Width of RTi8

ivansfo
ivansfo Posts: 145
edited March 2005 in Speakers
Hi,

Anyone know if the stablizer feet of the RTi8 can be removed? I currently have R50s and they fit snugly into a recessed space next to my TV.

I had a chance to compare the R50s and RTi8 today at Fry's and was amazed at the sound difference. Now I want to upgrade but the feet on the RTi8 would be too wide to fit in my setup.

thanks,

Ivan
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  • Toxis
    Toxis Posts: 5,116
    edited March 2005
    problem is, the "legs" are needed. If you look at the front of the speaker, the little plastic part that has the Polk audio logo is longer than just the cabinet but with the "legs" on it, it's perfect. Not to mention, the feet help with sound.
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  • Mjr7531
    Mjr7531 Posts: 856
    edited March 2005
    Last I've heard, I was told they can be. If you want to double check, take em' off at fry's.
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited March 2005
    Just unscrew 'em. But as toxis mentioned, you're gonna have to replace them with some other kind of feet because of the front plastic part. The screws and rubber feet that came with the previous series (i.e., RTi70) might work, but call Polk and ask them.
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  • ivansfo
    ivansfo Posts: 145
    edited March 2005
    Many thanks for all your comments. I visited the Fry's again and took a closer look. You guys are right that the plastic stabilizers can be removed but the front plastic piece will then hit the floor. I should be able to get around this by placing the speaker on top of a book or similar object.

    Now off to find a good deal on the RTi8s! Part of me wish this didn't work so I don't go spending more money on upgrades. ;-)

    Ivan
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