Polk Audio RM705 (black)

Description: The Polk Audio RM705 is a five speaker, compact surround sound system.Compared to other compact speaker systems on the market, it is midpriced at around $460.

Pros: Going with a speaker system (rather than mixing and matching components) takes the guesswork out of making sure you have voice-matched speakers.Matched speakers in a stereo speaker system will result in a more seamless, convincing, and enveloping sound experience.

Cons: Has a passive amplification type, which is somewhat less favorable than some similarly priced speaker systems.

Suitability: A compact speaker system, suited for home theater.

Value: Overall, this speaker system's features are in line with its price.

Suggestions: (1) Visit CNET's surround sound speaker guide for more information about buying packaged systems.(2) Learn more about home theater speakers at CNET's surround sound buying guide.

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• Manufacturer: Polk Audio, Inc.
• Part Number: RM705BK

• General

• Product Type Home theater speaker system
• Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details Satellite speaker : 3.8 in x 3.7 in x 6.1 in / 1.8 lbs, Center channel speaker : 9.4 in x 3.7 in x 3.8 in / 3.3 lbs, Subwoofer : 12.5 in x 12.5 in x 13.9 in
• Enclosure Color Black

• Speaker System

• System Components Subwoofer, 5 speakers
• Speaker Type Passive
• Max (RMS) Output Power (Total) 100 Watt
• Response Bandwidth 40 - 22000 Hz
• -3dB Frequency Response 45 - 20000 Hz
• Input Impedance 8 Ohm
• Recommended Amplifier Power 20 - 100 Watt
• Sensitivity 89 dB
• Connectivity Technology Wired
• Detachable Grilles Yes
• Additional Features Minimalist design, High-gloss finish

• Speaker System Details

• Speakers Included 4 x Right/left channel speaker - 2-way - 120 - 22000 Hz - 8 Ohm - Wired, 1 x Center channel speaker - 2-way - 95 - 22000 Hz - 8 Ohm - Wired, 1 x Subwoofer
• Driver Details Right/left channel speaker : 1 x Midrange driver - 2.5 in, Right/left channel speaker : 1 x Tweeter driver - 0.5 in
• Driver Details Center channel speaker : 2 x Midrange driver - 2.5", Center channel speaker : 1 x Tweeter driver - 0.5"
• Driver Details Subwoofer : 1 x Subwoofer driver - 8"

• Miscellaneous

• Remote Control None
• AV Furniture None

• Power

• Power Device None

• Battery

• Type None

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 5 years warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 5 years

Polk Audio, Inc.

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.polkaudio.com/
• Address: 5601 Metro Drive, Baltimore, MD.
• Phone: 410-358-3600
• Email: polkcs@polkaudio.com
• Fax: 410-764-4817