{"id":20528,"date":"2026-07-04T11:05:24","date_gmt":"2026-07-04T09:05:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/?p=20528"},"modified":"2026-07-02T11:05:24","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T09:05:24","slug":"polk-audio-reserve-r200-floor-standing-speaker","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/en\/polk-audio-reserve-r200-floor-standing-speaker\/","title":{"rendered":"Polk Audio Reserve R200 Floor-Standing Speaker"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"g1-fluid-wrapper-counter-1\" class=\"g1-fluid-wrapper \" style=\"width:662px;\" data-g1-fluid-width=\"662\" data-g1-fluid-height=\"372\">\n<div class=\"g1-fluid-wrapper-inner\" style=\"padding-bottom:56.19335347432%;\">\n\t       <iframe title=\"POLK RESERVE 200 diffusori bookshelf\" width=\"662\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9dXEQpltgT8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n\t       <\/div><\/div>\n<p>For many European enthusiasts, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.polkaudio.com\/\">Polk Audio<\/a> continues to be associated primarily with the world of home theater\u2014a perception that does not do justice to the history of a manufacturer that has been one of the leading players in the U.S. home audio industry for decades. Founded in 1972 in Baltimore, the American company has built its reputation on a clear philosophy: bringing technical solutions typically reserved for high-end products to affordably priced speakers. A strategy that over the years has produced models of great commercial success but which, at least in Europe, has not always been accompanied by comparable recognition within strictly audiophile circles. Polk also suffers from a distribution model that, at least in Italy\u2014and to no lesser extent in Germany\u2014has for a long time limited sales to large retail chains, and this has significantly contributed to undermining its reputation among high-end audiophiles.   <\/p>\n<figure><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle-192x192.jpg 192w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle-384x384.jpg 384w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle-220x220.jpg 220w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle-561x561.jpg 561w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle-265x265.jpg 265w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle-531x531.jpg 531w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle-364x364.jpg 364w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle-728x728.jpg 728w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle-608x608.jpg 608w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk-Reserve-R200-noce-lifestyle-758x758.jpg 758w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\"><figcaption>The wood-grain finish for the Reserve R200 is undoubtedly the best choice for blending into any setting. They are also available in black and white. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The situation has changed significantly in recent years with the arrival of the Legend series, a project that demonstrated Polk\u2019s desire to openly compete with some of the most prestigious names in the international high-fidelity industry. And the Reserve line was born precisely from this experience. The goal is certainly not to replace the flagship series, but to bring a substantial portion of its technological heritage to a much more affordable price range\u2014with the necessary distinctions, of course.  <\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/polk_audio_legend_l600.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1300px) 100vw, 1300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/polk_audio_legend_l600.jpg 1300w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/polk_audio_legend_l600-1107x1536.jpg 1107w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/polk_audio_legend_l600-561x778.jpg 561w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/polk_audio_legend_l600-1122x1557.jpg 1122w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/polk_audio_legend_l600-265x368.jpg 265w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/polk_audio_legend_l600-531x737.jpg 531w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/polk_audio_legend_l600-364x505.jpg 364w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/polk_audio_legend_l600-728x1010.jpg 728w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/polk_audio_legend_l600-608x844.jpg 608w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/polk_audio_legend_l600-758x1052.jpg 758w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/polk_audio_legend_l600-1152x1599.jpg 1152w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1300\" height=\"1804\"><figcaption>The L600 speakers are part of the Legend line, Polk&#8217;s top-of-the-line series<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><!--nextpage--><br \/>\nPolk currently has five product lines: in addition to the top-of-the-line Legend series, there\u2019s the Reserve series, as well as the Signature Elite, Monitox XT, and T series\u2014which we reviewed <a href=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/en\/smsl-ao300pro-polk-audio-xt15\/\">here<\/a>\u2014and it\u2019s one of the most affordable series on the market. The Reserve lineup is extensive, featuring three floor-standing models\u2014the R500, R600, and R700; this R200; a smaller R100; three center channels\u2014the R300, R350 (a very interesting slim model that can even be installed under a TV), and R400; and finally, the R900 Atmos. Within the Reserve family, the R200 occupies a strategic position, designed for both stereo use and integration into high-end multichannel systems. This is a particularly interesting positioning because it places it in direct competition with some of the most highly regarded speakers in the category, from <a href=\"https:\/\/eu.kef.com\/products\/ls50-meta?variant=55727598731637\">the KEF LS50 Meta<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dali-speakers.com\/it\/products\/sonik\/sonik-3\/\">the DALI Sonik<\/a>, as well as numerous models from Monitor Audio, Bowers &#038; Wilkins, and Focal.  <\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Reserve-R200-White_Image_pair-angle-right-scaled.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Reserve-R200-White_Image_pair-angle-right-scaled.png 2560w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Reserve-R200-White_Image_pair-angle-right-1536x1311.png 1536w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Reserve-R200-White_Image_pair-angle-right-2048x1748.png 2048w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Reserve-R200-White_Image_pair-angle-right-561x479.png 561w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Reserve-R200-White_Image_pair-angle-right-1122x957.png 1122w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Reserve-R200-White_Image_pair-angle-right-265x226.png 265w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Reserve-R200-White_Image_pair-angle-right-531x453.png 531w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Reserve-R200-White_Image_pair-angle-right-364x311.png 364w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Reserve-R200-White_Image_pair-angle-right-728x621.png 728w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Reserve-R200-White_Image_pair-angle-right-608x519.png 608w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Reserve-R200-White_Image_pair-angle-right-758x647.png 758w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Reserve-R200-White_Image_pair-angle-right-1152x983.png 1152w\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"2185\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>From an aesthetic standpoint, the R200 avoids any attempt at forced originality. Its proportions are classic, the construction appears solid, and the unit immediately conveys a sense of quality. In addition to the matte black and matte white finishes, a Walnut version is also available; thanks to its natural wood-effect surfaces, this is likely the best choice for traditional home settings, whereas the black version, in particular, seems a bit too \u201cprofessional\u201d due to its embossed surface and might not be well-suited for home environments.  <\/p>\n<h2>Highly advanced technology<\/h2>\n<p>The Reserve series incorporates numerous technologies. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.polkaudio.com\/en-us\/polklore\/tech\/inside-the-pinnacle-ring-radiator-tweeter.html?srsltid=AfmBOopxgtl-PZONwlQGl97WXsUms5Ek0BLswoKYcjwi__xp6nw3r9gG\">Pinnacle Ring Radiator<\/a> tweeter is one of the most technically sophisticated solutions available in this market segment. Unlike a traditional dome, the ring radiator extends the high-frequency response while maintaining very precise control over dispersion. Behind it is a damped rear chamber that reduces internal resonances and helps keep the response clean in the upper part of the frequency spectrum.   <\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator.webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1260px) 100vw, 1260px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator.webp 1260w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-65x65.webp 65w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-192x192.webp 192w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-384x384.webp 384w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-110x110.webp 110w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-220x220.webp 220w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-561x561.webp 561w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-1122x1122.webp 1122w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-265x265.webp 265w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-531x531.webp 531w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-364x364.webp 364w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-728x728.webp 728w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-608x608.webp 608w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-758x758.webp 758w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/pinnacle-ring-radiator-1152x1152.webp 1152w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1260\" height=\"1260\"><figcaption>The Pinnacle Ring Radiator is one of the most sophisticated tweeters in this price range<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><!--nextpage--><br \/>\nThe 165 mm midwoofer is also worth noting. Polk uses the Turbine Foam Core cone here, which features a unique surface geometry and a sandwich structure with a lightweight core. The goal is not only to increase the component\u2019s rigidity but, above all, to control its resonance modes, shifting them outside the useful operating band. Rounding out the design are magnetic flux control rings and solutions designed to reduce intermodulation distortion\u2014features rarely found to such an extent in products in this price range. The crossover is constructed using high-quality components, including extensive use of MKP capacitors, and is mounted at the bottom of the cabinet.    <\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine.webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1260px) 100vw, 1260px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine.webp 1260w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-65x65.webp 65w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-192x192.webp 192w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-384x384.webp 384w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-110x110.webp 110w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-220x220.webp 220w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-561x561.webp 561w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-1122x1122.webp 1122w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-265x265.webp 265w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-531x531.webp 531w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-364x364.webp 364w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-728x728.webp 728w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-608x608.webp 608w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-758x758.webp 758w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/turbine-1152x1152.webp 1152w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1260\" height=\"1260\"\/><figcaption>Turbine Foam Core midwoofer, featuring a unique surface geometry and a sandwich structure with a lightweight core<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Polk Audio Reserve R200 also features the innovative <a href=\"https:\/\/www.polkaudio.com\/en-us\/polklore\/tech\/inside-polk-power-port-technology.html?srsltid=AfmBOooARFwX74dAy9fdumJaak-ZW1GZQ2ymR_gEAd8GI75nK-iy6MGp\">Power Port 2.0<\/a> bass reflex system, a technology developed to optimize airflow within the speaker and reduce turbulence that can compromise low-frequency quality. Thanks to a carefully designed port and a unique port configuration, the system delivers a more extended and natural low-frequency response compared to traditional bass-reflex speakers. The result is deeper, more precise, and more controlled bass reproduction, with less distortion even at high listening volumes.  <\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk_Reserve_Bookshelf_Black_D6_feab8e50-3602-48d8-aff5-7ddc4ae42631.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk_Reserve_Bookshelf_Black_D6_feab8e50-3602-48d8-aff5-7ddc4ae42631.jpg 800w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk_Reserve_Bookshelf_Black_D6_feab8e50-3602-48d8-aff5-7ddc4ae42631-561x842.jpg 561w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk_Reserve_Bookshelf_Black_D6_feab8e50-3602-48d8-aff5-7ddc4ae42631-265x398.jpg 265w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk_Reserve_Bookshelf_Black_D6_feab8e50-3602-48d8-aff5-7ddc4ae42631-531x797.jpg 531w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk_Reserve_Bookshelf_Black_D6_feab8e50-3602-48d8-aff5-7ddc4ae42631-364x546.jpg 364w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk_Reserve_Bookshelf_Black_D6_feab8e50-3602-48d8-aff5-7ddc4ae42631-728x1092.jpg 728w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk_Reserve_Bookshelf_Black_D6_feab8e50-3602-48d8-aff5-7ddc4ae42631-608x912.jpg 608w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Polk_Reserve_Bookshelf_Black_D6_feab8e50-3602-48d8-aff5-7ddc4ae42631-758x1137.jpg 758w\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\"><figcaption>The Power Port 2.0 bass reflex system. Note the air outlet port, which corresponds to another port inside the speaker. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Listening<\/h2>\n<p>The R200s have a personality all their own, with a surprisingly mature character. Many contemporary speakers try to impress the listener with a particularly emphasized high end or artificially inflated bass. Polk takes a different approach. The initial impression is one of balance. It\u2019s measured, almost cautious, but just a few hours of listening are enough to realize that behind this apparent moderation lies remarkable refinement. The soundstage reconstruction is probably one of the project\u2019s most compelling qualities. The physical dimensions of the speakers seem to disappear quickly, giving way to a wide and well-organized soundstage. Vocals are precisely positioned at the center of the stage without taking on unnatural proportions, while instruments occupy credible and stable positions. We tested them with mid-range amplifiers, priced around 1,500\u20ac, but we then realized that when paired with high-end equipment, the R200s became \u201cfun.\u201d        <\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-alle-11.51.13-scaled.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-alle-11.51.13-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-alle-11.51.13-1536x604.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-alle-11.51.13-2048x806.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-alle-11.51.13-561x221.jpg 561w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-alle-11.51.13-1122x441.jpg 1122w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-alle-11.51.13-265x104.jpg 265w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-alle-11.51.13-531x209.jpg 531w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-alle-11.51.13-364x143.jpg 364w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-alle-11.51.13-728x286.jpg 728w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-alle-11.51.13-608x239.jpg 608w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-alle-11.51.13-758x298.jpg 758w, https:\/\/audio-2g.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-24-alle-11.51.13-1152x453.jpg 1152w\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1007\"><figcaption>The Reserve R200&#8217;s midwoofer features a dual spider, a feature typically found in components in a much higher price range<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><!--nextpage--><br \/>\nThe midrange is one of this speaker\u2019s strengths. Vocals possess body, articulation, and a remarkable ability to reproduce the tonal nuances that distinguish one performer from another. This quality shines through clearly in both the jazz we\u2019ve listened to extensively and the acoustic music that helps make the listening experience extremely engaging over the long term. The bass performance deserves special mention. Considering the cabinet\u2019s size, its extension is surprising. Even more striking than the absolute depth is the sense of control. The bass never intrudes on the rest of the spectrum and always remains well-defined, even with complex musical programs. Obviously, it doesn\u2019t match the authority of a floor-standing tower, but it manages to provide a credible and satisfying sonic foundation even in medium-to-large rooms. The high end, on the other hand, stands out for its composure and lack of harshness. The Pinnacle tweeter offers a high level of detail but carefully avoids any tendency toward showiness. It\u2019s a choice that some listeners might initially interpret as less brilliance compared to certain competitors, but which ultimately proves to be a winning one due to its natural sound and lack of fatigue. After many hours of listening, perhaps the most important characteristic of the Reserve R200 emerges: its ability to adapt to very different musical genres without ever revealing obvious limitations or marked preferences. It is a speaker that does not seek to impress, but ultimately wins you over thanks to the overall coherence of its design. This is a rare quality, especially in a price range where many competitors still tend to prioritize immediate impact over overall balance. In short, we really liked them, from almost every perspective. The only \u201cflaw\u201d lies in the finish, which\u2014especially in the black version\u2014looks more professional but isn\u2019t distracting in any case. It\u2019s probably best to opt for the wood finish, which is more suited to any decor. But in the end, it\u2019s a compromise that\u2019s easy to accept. After all, you listen with your ears!                  <\/p>\n<p>Technical characteristics:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Type: 2-way bookshelf speaker<\/li>\n<li>Tweeter: 2.5 cm Pinnacle Ring Radiator<\/li>\n<li>Woofer: 16.5 cm Turbine cone<\/li>\n<li>Loading: bass reflex x-port<\/li>\n<li>Frequency response: 51 Hz\u201338 kHz<\/li>\n<li>Sensitivity: 86 dB<\/li>\n<li>Minimum impedance: 3.8 \u03a9<\/li>\n<li>Recommended amplifier power: 30\u2013200 W<\/li>\n<li>Dimensions: 190 x 359 x 354<\/li>\n<li>Weight: 8.7 kg each<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> 840\u20ac per pair<\/p>\n<p>Manufacturer: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.polkaudio.com\/en-us\/?srsltid=AfmBOoouWP5OZGn7r7MJ7ApvP0xk5M327hW-efV0qauKiyZV4xAqjm05\">Polk Audio<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Distributor: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marantzitaly.it\/\">Marantz Italy<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For many European enthusiasts, Polk Audio continues to be associated primarily with the world of home theater\u2014a perception that does not do justice to the history of a manufacturer that has been one of the leading players in the U.S. home audio industry for decades. 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