members opinion: Polk speaker for both HT and audio

[New User]

Which speaker would give me the best result if I am going to use it 20% for HT and 80% audio?

Stores don't give me the time to listen to both long enough and I believe your experiences will give me the most honest answers

I know for subwoofers, there are differences such as speed of the driver to look at.

[Demiurge]

Polk brand line? LSi for that configuration hands down. It's the most expensive line, but it's the best for music, and it's still real good for HT (IMO).

[Nostalgic]

If a store won't let you audition long enough for you to make your mind up then go elsewhere. If you are going to spend $500, $1000, $2000 in their store then they need to let you hang out for a while.

GET A MANAGER.

[TennesseeOutlaw]

First of all WELCOME to the forum.. I agree with Demi. The Lsi series is the best for music.. But that really depends on how you like your music to sound, as well as, what kind of music you listen too.. Most ppl on this forum think that the Rti's are bright.. With the music I listen to this is no problem at all.. I also enjoy my music a little bright. So, answer me a few questions.. What type of music do you listen too? At what type of volumes do you usually listen to music and movies on? And finally, what is your budget?

[heiney9]

No comparison; Lsi. They are expensive relatively speaking as are the electronics to properly power them. Again not really knowing your audio background or experience it's hard to say if these are what you are looking for. To me they sound steller vs. the cost and in many cases sound better than others (brands) costing even more.

I know you are trying to get your post count up, but perhaps you may learn something new and contribute as well. If you are just a one hit wonder you won't get much respect or help.

[heiney9]

The other thing with Polk Audio is that no matter what line you choose; R, RTi, Lsi you always get a great bang for your buck. The RTi line is a nice line as well, and perform well beyond their price point, as do all Polk speakers. You get a lot of performance for your dollar; that’s what makes Polk speakers stand out, IMO.

[TennesseeOutlaw]

The other thing with Polk Audio is that no matter what line you choose; R, RTi, Lsi you always get a great bang for your buck. The RTi line is a nice line as well, and perform well beyond their price point, as do all Polk speakers. You get a lot of performance for your dollar; that’s what makes Polk speakers stand out, IMO.

Very good point..

[jakelm]

My vintage works well with both also.

[G-2]

No comparison; Lsi. They are expensive relatively speaking as are the electronics to properly power them. Again not really knowing your audio background or experience it's hard to say if these are what you are looking for. To me they sound steller vs. the cost and in many cases sound better than others (brands) costing even more.

+1000 excellent point. You should also try several different setups at your home (if you're fortunate enough to live near a shop that will loan you speakers) because the speakers may sound great in the sterile room at the audio shop but may not sound as good at your home. Just our $.02

[george daniel]

LSI series,, specifically,,LSI 15's,,IMHO,,,welcome :)

[Emlyn]

I'd wait for the new RTiA speakers to become available before making a purchasing decision on new Polk speakers right now.

Polk also has a new line of subwoofers coming out.

[pblanc]

LSis, hands down, if you are talking about current models. I was very fond of the RT25, RT35, RT55 line too, although they are certainly bested by the LSi line. The LSis are very musical. Only problem especially for HT is their 4 ohm nominal impedance, which knocks most multichannel AVRs out of the box. Better quality AVRs may handle a 4 ohm load for the L/R mains, or even for L/R/C front stage, but few will accept a 4 ohm load for the surround channels. I have had decent results running LSi15s off an AVR with 4 ohm capacity. Many, if not most, in this forum, however, will argue that they really require an external amp.

[wingnut4772]

Yes LSI all the way .........with the proper amplification.