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Brand | Polk Audio |
Speaker Maximum Output Power | 200 Watts |
Frequency Response | 24000 Hz |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Audio Output Mode | Surround |
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- GET SUPERIOR HOME THEATER EXPERIENCE WITH IMMERSIVE SURROUND SOUND – Featuring (1) 1" tweeter & (2) 5.25" Dynamic Balance Drivers, these speakers are designed to produce a natural, well-balanced sound with massive bass even at the lowest frequencies
- AMPLIFY YOUR MOVIE, MUSIC AND GAMING EXPERIENCE! Place this center channel in front of your TV and get mesmerized by detailed audio with crystal clear vocals, enough to fill any small to medium sized room
- CREATE A FULL-FLEDGED 5.1 HOME THEATER SETUP with the complete range of T-series speakers from Polk with two T50 Tower Speakers, one T30 Center Channel, two T15 Bookshelf speakers and a subwoofer
- Polk speakers are COMPATIBLE WITH MOST HOME THEATER AV RECEIVERS giving you many setup arrangement options - in single or multi-room with 2.0, 2.1, 3.1 systems or an immersive 5.1, 7.1 or 9.1 setup
- POLK'S UNMATCHED QUALITY AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE. With these value-priced speakers, you can now enjoy premium acoustics, high quality construction, easy setup and a spectacular theater experience right at home
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Quality of material | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 5.0 | — | 4.7 |
Value for money | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.6 | — | 4.6 |
Sound quality | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 5.0 | — | 4.7 |
Bass quality | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.5 | — | — | 4.7 |
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speaker size | 1 inches | 270 millimeters | 280 millimeters | 5.25 inches | 5.25 inches | — |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | AC | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | Wired | IR | Coaxial | Wired | — | RCA |
speaker type | Center Channel | Center Channel | Center Channel | Center Channel | Center Channel | Subwoofer |
mounting type | Shelf Mount | Wall Mount | Tabletop | Wall Mount | Tabletop | Floor Standing |
weight | 11.45 pounds | 14 pounds | 13 pounds | 19.8 pounds | — | 31 pounds |
control method | remote | touch | — | — | touch | remote |
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Great Sound Should Be Affordable
Having built our reputation as 'The Speaker Specialist's for more than 40 years, we take pride in our superior sound and build quality, which features many patented and award-winning audio innovations. For the people of Polk, building audio products is not just a job—it’s a passion. And if you’re going to remember one thing, remember this: We live by the truest principle of what audio should deliver—great sound at an affordable price for everyone.
Polk T Series T30 Home Theater and Music Center-Channel Speaker
Limited to only left and right sound? Gain more middle ground in your home audio setup without forking over a king-sized sum with the T30 home theater and music center-channel speaker.
Hearkening back to Polk’s instant-classic Monitor Series loudspeakers—yet re-imagined for today's entry-level audio enthusiast—the T30 is your go-to for a more immersive experience whether you’re streaming a movie, watching the big game, enjoying your favorite show, or listening to music. With one 1-inch silk dome tweeter, two 5.25-inch composite drivers, and a performance tuned rear firing bass port—all engineered with Polk’s proprietary Dynamic Balance technology—you get crystal-clear dialogue and room-filling theater sound you’ll soon realize you can’t live without. The acoustically-inert, furniture-grade MDF cabinet construction also reduces resonance and distortion, offering rich, detailed audio the way it's meant to be heard—minus the muffled noise and rattled disruption inherent in low-quality, lesser-than audio equipment.
After you position your T30 below your TV (highly recommended), final set up is super easy and straightforward. Its five way binding posts also provide a wide array of secure wire-hookup options. Plus, it’s designed to work with most home theater receivers, stereos or home theater processors. Whether you’re sprawled out for movie night or grooving to your favorite artist’s discography, the T30 is performance tuned for next-level listening enjoyment. Great sound paired with affordability never sounded this awesome!
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The Home Theater High LifeTake your home theater experience to new heights with the T Series as your mainstay setup. Whether you’re locked into that brand new action flick or swooning over the latest romantic-comedy, this home theater system expands the boundaries of what entertainment should sound like. What’s more, it’s easy to setup, supports Dolby and DTS, and connects to most home theater receivers, stereos or home theater processors. |
Make Your Music Come AliveBuilt for more than your viewing pleasure, the T Series hits the mark on great-sounding audio for all the music that fills your life. Playing host and entertaining friends with a solid soundtrack in the background? The T Series has you covered. Unwinding with only your thoughts and that favorite album? Turn up the T Series and let the good times roll! |
Get In The GameGlued to the TV on game day? Victory is always yours no matter the outcome with the T Series calling the action. Make every tackle, home run, or slam dunk pop with real-time audio that puts you at the center of every play. Those live sporting events that you can’t live without get a major upgrade in sound that never felt so alive and captivating. |
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One 1-inch silk dome tweeter, two 5.25-inch composite drivers, and a performance tuned rear firing bass port—all built with Polk’s proprietary Dynamic Balance technology—translates into great sound for movies, TV and music.
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Available in a black oak finish with an acoustically inert, furniture-grade MDF cabinet construction, your T30 center-channel speaker blends seamlessly into any home environment no matter where you listen.
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The best part is that your T30 center-channel speaker is easy to set up and connects to most home theater receivers, stereos or home theater processors.
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Speaker Use | Bookshelf | Center | Floor Standing | Subwoofer |
Driver Size | 1x 5 1/4" Mid/Woofer. 1x 3/4" Tweeter | 2x 5 1/4" Mid/Woofer, 1x 1" Tweeter | 1x 6 1/2" Mid/Woofer, 2x 6 1/2" Bass Radiator, 1x 1" Tweeter | 1x 10" Subwoofer |
Recommended Watts/Channel | 20-100 Watts/Channel | 20-100 Watts/Channel | 20-100 Watts/Channel | N/A |
Peak Power Handling | 100 Watts | 100 Watts | 150 Watts | 100 Watts |
Nominal Impedance | 8 ohms | 6 ohms | 6 ohms | N/A |
Enclosure Type | Vented | Vented | Bass Radiator | Vented via front panel flared port |
Overall Frequency | 60Hz-24kHz | 60Hz-24kHz | 38Hz-24kHz | 40Hz-200Hz |
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Mounting Type | Shelf Mount |
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Material | Wood |
Model Name | T30 |
Speaker Type | Center Channel |
Special Feature | bass_boost, Built in microphone., built_in_microphone |
Recommended Uses For Product | Music,Home Theater,Gaming |
Compatible Devices | Television |
Subwoofer Diameter | 5.25 Inches |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Controller Type | Corded Electric |
Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 2.1, 5.1 |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Warranty Registration Card, 1 Grille, 1 Speaker |
Product Dimensions | 8.5"D x 19"W x 6.5"H |
Item Weight | 11.5 Pounds |
Impedance | 6 Ohm |
Is Waterproof | FALSE |
Maximum Range | 7 Meters |
Number of Items | 1 |
Control Method | Remote |
Speaker Size | 1 Inches |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Woofer Diameter | 5.25 Inches |
Tweeter Diameter | 1 Inches |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Package Type | Standard Packaging |
Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
Audio Driver Size | 5.25 Inches |
Includes MP3 player? | No |
Is Electric | Yes |
Specific Uses For Product | home entertainment, movies, music listening, gaming |
UPC | 780746980421 667562977517 747192125493 |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00747192125493 |
Manufacturer | Polk Audio |
Item Weight | 11.45 pounds |
ASIN | B013LIN554 |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | T30 |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #45,853 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #15 in Center-Channel Speakers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 18, 2015 |
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The T30 is the center channel speaker that puts its overpriced competitors to shame. Since the center channel is the most important speaker in your home audio system, the T30 is the workhorse that delivers crystal-clear dialogue and room-filling theater sound. What’s more, it’s easy to setup, supports Dolby and DTS, and connects to most home theater receivers, stereos or home theater processors. Put the T30 center channel to the test and you'll hear how it rings true-in price and quality. Built for more than your viewing pleasure, the T Series hits the mark on great-sounding audio for all the music that fills your life. Don't fret, we'll pat ourselves on the back for you.
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Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. They say that it has a good sound, the bass response is OK, and it's loud. Some customers also mention that the sound got better after a break in period. They like that the speakers have a warm horn sound, and that they play very clean at high volumes.
"...These sound fantastic! These are speakers you can listen to all day long, unlike some of the fancy stuff out there that has a long list of specs..." Read more
"...The Polk T15s would be great for rear speakers. They are loud, clear and balanced. The port is in the front making it easy to hang on the wall...." Read more
"...You could pay more for surrounds, but why? Sound quality is excellent, and they handle transitions between complex passages to more isolated ones..." Read more
"...Good mid range, and tweeter, bass is not great, but acceptable." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the speakers. They say it provides perfect speakers at the price. Customers also say it's an absolute steal for the quality/price.
"...how wonderful it is that Polk Audio has provided such an amazing, low-cost speaker to the general public. I highly recommend these speakers...." Read more
"...The Polk Audio T15 is a very good choice for a low-cost over achiever." Read more
"...i got them at a sale price which made them somewhat of a no-brainer, although i considered Yamaha and Sony 3-way bookshelf speakers and the Polk..." Read more
"...Aestetically pleasing, sound terrific and at such a modest price. Great value! Would definitely recommend." Read more
Customers like the quality of the speakers. They say it has a decent build, nice finish, and removable grills. They are satisfied with the quality, saying the highs are bright, the mid-range is solid, and the lows have a good sound. Customers also say the tweeters are very strong and the center channel is a solid performer. They mention that the high frequencies never broke up.
"...Please understand that I'm not knocking the Dentons; they are so well-made I want to cry, but the Polks are more enjoyable to listen to...." Read more
"...On the good side, the Pold Audio T15s play loud and confidently. They are tonally balanced and don't have any bad characteristics...." Read more
"...The cabinet itself is very well-made and these look impressive without grilles...." Read more
"I like the small size, and the construction seems sturdy...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the speakers. They mention that it doesn't look pretty but functionally it is great. They say that they do the job nice, clear across all frequencies, and well balanced. Some say that the speakers are good enough for their needs.
"...1. Bass is very, very good for not only a small speaker but a speaker in this price category...." Read more
"...dot, pushed to the total cost to just over $100.00 but greatly increased the functionality...." Read more
"...Overall, very pleased with my purchase, so far they have performed flawlessly and are exactly what i expected...." Read more
"...I think the sound is very, very good - maybe even low-end excellent...." Read more
Customers like the size of the speakers. They mention that it fits right in visually, and is a good size to fit on most pedestal stands. They also say that it's compact and front-ported, and that it doesn't take up a lot of space. Customers also say the fidelity is surprisingly good for the size.
"I like the small size, and the construction seems sturdy...." Read more
"...hoping I had stumbled across the elusive combination of low price, small size and good bass response...." Read more
"...Look good on the wall and are not so large that they're an eyesore and the sound quality is great as well!" Read more
"BIG SOUND from these bookshelves. Small enough to fit inside an enclosed shelf but sound fills medium sized room...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the speakers. They mention that it is well built, stable, and has a nice finish. Some say that the grill guards are well designed and tight. Overall, most are happy with the sound quality and performance of these speakers.
"...While I'm not usually a fan of black vinyl cabinets, these are executed tastefully and I have no problems with the looks at all...." Read more
"...They look very good for their price...." Read more
"...The cabinet itself is very well-made and these look impressive without grilles...." Read more
"...Look good on the wall and are not so large that they're an eyesore and the sound quality is great as well!" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the speakers. They mention that it provides great clarity even at higher volume levels, and that the dialogue sounds much more natural. They appreciate the articulate reproduction, clear midrange, and clean presentation.
"...The Polk T15s would be great for rear speakers. They are loud, clear and balanced. The port is in the front making it easy to hang on the wall...." Read more
"...Got these and hooked them up and WOW everything was so clear. The bass was bassing and the treble was trebling...." Read more
"...on the center channel speaker and vocals in movies are so crisp and clear and the fact that it is a good quality brand and matches my other speakers..." Read more
"...The T15's provided the same clarity of voice, the same mid range of tone, and I never counted on them for bass, that's what the PSW10 sub is for......." Read more
Customers are mixed about the lows of the speakers. Some mention that they have good bass, mids, and highs. They also say that the highs are satisfyingly represented in the sound spectrum, and are not harsh or fatiguing. However, others say that they lack the extreme low end of speakers with larger sizes, and that they sound just OK.
"...For the price they absolutely surpassed my expectations. They are not perfect, but they come close...." Read more
"...There's a good sound stage, highs are not harsh or fatiguing, midrange sounds great to me. Am I an audiophile?..." Read more
"...The S15s have the best bass of these three by far, but still lacking, especially at low volume...." Read more
"Great sound for the size. Great mids and highs. Low end is surprisingly good for the size. Good to pair with a decent sub." Read more
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Well, these little speakers are the real deal. They have five-way speaker binding posts so you can plug in banana jacks or go old school with stripped wire. The grilles are removable, which is usually not seen at this price point. While I'm not usually a fan of black vinyl cabinets, these are executed tastefully and I have no problems with the looks at all. They have mounting holes on the backs so you can easily hang them on a wall.
Let's cut to the chase! These sound fantastic! These are speakers you can listen to all day long, unlike some of the fancy stuff out there that has a long list of specs but doesn't quite make it in real life. You don't need a lot of power to play them, although I found that the better the amplification, the better they sounded.
1. Bass is very, very good for not only a small speaker but a speaker in this price category. It took several hours before they really started singing--most brand-new speakers need a break-in period--but I cannot get over the bass response. Now, if you play them side by side with a subwoofer-equipped system, they're not going to be able to compete; however, I cannot stop listening to them and I have a system with a subwoofer.
2. Overall sound is superb. I can hear plenty of details in my favorite music that I thought only expensive speakers could capture. There's a good sound stage, highs are not harsh or fatiguing, midrange sounds great to me. Am I an audiophile? Probably not, since I will never spend more than a mortgage payment on a piece of hi-fi gear and I use 12AWG Monoprice speaker cables, but I love music and I listen to it every day.
3. A comparison: I saved up for a pair of Wharfedale Dentons. These are not budget speakers. Originally retailing for $1,000 pr., they can often be had for $500 or less and are stunning, well-regarded speakers. The Polk Audio T15s sounder better. Yep. I'm sure a squad of hitmen from Stereophile (and Wharfedale) are prepping their weapons as I write this, but the Dentons cannot handle bass like the Polks do. Are the Dentons drop dead gorgeous in their veneered, bomb-proof cabinets? Yes! Do the Dentons sound good? Yes, again, but I cannot listen to the Dentons very long before I put something else in their place. They simply cannot deal with bass in a pleasing manner and yes, they've done as much breaking in as they're ever going to do. Please understand that I'm not knocking the Dentons; they are so well-made I want to cry, but the Polks are more enjoyable to listen to.
4. So, what's the deal? What's the catch? I'm waiting for the other shoe to drop, so let's get it over with...
There's no catch that I can see so far, except that these are mass-produced, black vinyl speakers. They are not exotic and I doubt Stereophile is going to review them any time soon. They aren't going to fill a concert hall with thundering bass because they're small bookshelf speakers. Some audio snob types are not going to even bother to listen to a pair because they don't cost enough. Well, their loss is our gain, my friends, because if I had known about these speakers before buying the damned Dentons (and some other fancy speakers) I could have saved $400.
5. Not enough bass for you? No problem. For $130 shipped, buy the Polk Audio PSW10 subwoofer. I am a card-carrying bass freak (every single amp and receiver I own has the bass knob maxed out and I usually have loudness engaged as well) and this thing is a damned marvel. It was easy to set up and yes, it will work with old amps and receivers. You can adjust how much or how little bass it puts out, and for once in my life I DO NOT have the bass turned all the way up--that's how powerful this thing is. You can set it on standby mode, where it's "asleep" until it senses a music signal, then it turns on and does it's thing. That said, the T15's sound so nice on their own I'd hold off on the sub and judge for yourself.
I have heard many different speakers over the years, from Bose 901s to Martin Logan Prefaces to Polk Audio LSi9's, and these are absolutely the best value I've ever heard in speakers. They are cheap enough that you can buy two pairs and have a speaker in every corner of the room. Bass is handled very well and they sound good enough to be the main speakers in a two-channel hi-fi system. Look at how many people have given these speakers two thumbs up! I cannot stress how wonderful it is that Polk Audio has provided such an amazing, low-cost speaker to the general public. I highly recommend these speakers. Just remember to let them play for a few hours and the better the amplification, the better they'll sound.
I wanted to do an experiment to produce a low-cost system that sounded good. I bought a Mo-Gu 50W Class D amplifier for about $30.00. I bought a larger power supply than what was furnished for another $12.00 or so. I then found the Polk T15s on sale for $50.00. I had not heard these speakers before but at $50.00, I knew they would be good enough for my experiment.
When the speakers came in, I wired up the pair of speakers and connected the system to the Amazon Dot that I bought on sale for $29.00. I could have also used the Google Audiocaster but that would require me to always have my phone to control the system.
For less than $100.00, the Polk T15, Mo-Gu amplifier, and power supply could produce sound is quite respectable for less money than the many Bluetooth boxes that are sold for more than $200.00. Combining the system with the Amazon dot, pushed to the total cost to just over $100.00 but greatly increased the functionality. For less than I had paid for my Grace Internet Radio, I now had a voice-controlled music system capable of playing Internet Radio or streaming music from a variety of sources. The Mo-Gu amplifier also features Bluetooth.
At first play, the Polk Audio T15 sounded a bit shrill and constrained. I recognized this as meaning the speakers needed to be broken in. After 100 hours of breaking in, the Polk Audio T15s have lost all their shrillness.
On the good side, the Pold Audio T15s play loud and confidently. They are tonally balanced and don't have any bad characteristics. I still find them a bit bright but not offensively so. Obviously, there is no deep bass. I would suspect that the speakers roll off about 70Hz. The bass that is produced is clean. The T15s don't suffer from trying to overdo what they are capable of.
The Polk T15s are capable of filling a room with pleasant sound from the modest Class D amplifier I was using. I didn't push them very hard and the small amplifier was more than enough to fill my room. I asked Alexia to play all sorts of music. I listened to lots of jazz, folk and blues. I spent over an hour listening to the Persuasions.
The Pok T15s never blew me away but they never offended me either. The stereo effect was very good but there was no imaging what so ever. The sounds were either coming from the right or the left. While many audiophiles would not like this description, having left and right information clearly presented is much better than what many people listen to with so many sound systems jamming lots of speakers in a small box where there is no separation at all.
The little Polks tried to produce sound that comes outside the box but never managed to extend its sound field more than a foot or two from the box itself. The Polk Audio T15s always sounded like a box speaker but got an E for effort trying.
The Polk T15s would be great for rear speakers. They are loud, clear and balanced. The port is in the front making it easy to hang on the wall. They look very good for their price.
For about $100 when the T15s are on sale, you can put together a system much cheaper than what it costs to buy a Sonus. The Sony Play5 does have better bass but you could mate the T15s to a low-cost subwoofer and blow away the Sonus Play3s or Play5s.
The Polk Audio T15 is a very good choice for a low-cost over achiever.
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They have enough sound details. And thanks to the front-firing bass port, they reproduce low frequencies quite well.
The speakers are really good, but don't forget about the size. Everything that I described above is true. But, for example, due to the size, the bass will not be as deep, voluminous and powerful. It cannot be like that for speakers of this size. But it is good in its scale. And if you add a subwoofer to the system to emphasize the low-frequency component, then you will get a very good speaker system for the money.
By the way, I got them at a discount for C$149. An excellent offer for such acoustics.
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da Er noch keinen Center hatte.
Die Stimmen sind sehr klar und kräftig. Für diesen Preis ein guter Mittelklasse Center.