Outdoor
This product is a vintage Polk model and is not available for sale, but it may still be available in some stores as a closeout or used product. The following text is taken from the original sales brochure for this product and does not reflect current availability. If you happen to have any question or concerns about this product, or any other Polk Audio product, feel free to contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-377-7655 Monday - Friday, 9am - 5:30pm EST
Atrium60
All-weather outdoor loudspeaker.
Elemental!
The ideal speaker for those who watch the Weather Channel. You’ll appreciate the Atrium60 for more than its ability to fill large spaces with big, life-like high quality sound, because the Atrium60 is built to withstand the elements as it delivers years of great performance. Even if the weather is a little unpredictable
Atrium60 Features:
6 1/2-inch mid/woofer with mineral-filled polypropylene cone and butyl rubber surround for excellent midrange clarity. A 2 lb. ceramic magnet ensures high output and precise control for sound big enough to fill the great outdoors.
1-inch metalized dome tweeter with neodymium magnet delivers exceptional accuracy.
PowerPort®, Polk’s patented** port venting technology, delivers high efficiency and extraordinary bass response in a modest cabinet size.
Meets or exceeds ASTM D5894-Salt Fog, Mil Standard 810 Immersion and Mil Standard 883 Method 1009 8 for salt and corrosion tests.*
Rustproof aluminum bracket allows multiple mountng options and full 90° rotation: Aim them to deliver the best possible sound in a variety of locations.
Rustproof aluminum grille with 55% open area for superior sound quality. Sculpted front baffle and rounded enclosure minimize diffraction for more open and life-like imaging.
All stainless steel and brass hardware for years of rustproof reliability.
Available in black or paintable white finishes to match any decor inside or out.
All Polk Audio products are made using the best materials and the most advanced manufacturing techniques. They pass the industry’s most exhaustive quality tests, including drop testing, extreme signal response and UV & salt exposure testing. Polk Audio loudspeakers are built to perform for a lifetime.
*With supplied Port Plug installed. Use the product with PowerPort venting in sheltered locations for best bass response. Install the Port Plug when the product is fully exposed to water.
** US Patent 7039212
Driver Complement | |
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| Tweeter | |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Diameter | 1" (2.54cm) |
| Type | Metalized Dome with Neodymium magnet |
| Mid / Woofer | |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Diameter | 6 1/2" (16.51cm) |
| Type | Mineral filled polymer with Butyl rubber surround |
Electrical | |
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| Total Frequency Response | 50Hz - 20kHz |
| Nominal Impedance | 8 ohms |
| Efficiency | 89 dB |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 10-125 watts per channel |
| Inputs | Gold-plated 5-way binding posts |
Amplifier Specs | |
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| Amplifier Type | 0 |
Dimensions | |
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| Cabinet Dimensions | |
| Height | 13 1/2" (34.29cm) |
| Width | 7 11/16" (19.53cm) |
| Depth | 9 5/16" (23.65cm) |
| Mounting Options | 90-degree swivel bracket supplied |
Shipping | |
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| Unit of Measure | pair |
| Total Shipping Weight | 27.00 pounds |
Warranty | |
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| Speaker Warranty | 2 years parts and labor (original purchaser) |
Specifications, dimensions and features subject to change without notice. For more information call us at 1-800-377-7655 (USA and Canada). Outside of North America call +1 (410) 358-3600.
Customer Reviews
8 reviews with an average of 5
Write your own reviewby Greg Lowe, December 16, 2008
5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.Strengths:
Excellent full rich sound with excellent highs, mid range, and lows. Great loudspeaker for any outdoor application.
Weaknesses:
Only weakness that I have seen for this unit is the grill covers are compression fitted and have a tendency to slightly spearate for this size speaker. Easily correctedable with a small amount of silicon sealant.
Review:
The Polk Atrium 60 is a great loudspeaker for outdoor applications. Having mounted these in my covered patio, I have been very pleased with their performance and I went with the larger speaker to broadcast into the backyard. These speakers definitely project very well with excellent clarity and sound reproduction. Overall a great outdoor loudspeaker and my only reason for rating four stars is that the grill cover tends to separate just slightly from the body due to it's compression fitting. Aside from that, it's a five star speaker and much better than any of the competition.
by Ryan Dale, May 3, 2006
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.Strengths:
Bass down to 50 mHz. Easy to install >> bracket is super easy and speakers are a "no-brainer" to attach. Connected 12 guage Monster cable >>> much better than a non-inexpensive brand with low-guage wire.
Weaknesses:
None that I've noted yet.
Review:
Purchased these from Crutchfield.com. Reviewed many webites and brands. These have the lowest documented bass response. No stores had these to listen to. However, major electronic stores had different versions of the Atrium product line, and I strongly preferred them (even the Atrium 45) over Bose 151 & 251, Infinity Outrigger's, and some other discounted brands that I've never heard of. I've hooked them up outside on our patio. At a moderate/slightly "cranked up", they sound excellent, perhaps better than my Boston Acoustics tower speakers????? Nonetheless, these are nice speakers, with a full-range of sound, at least to my ears. Will try to write another review later on after we've used them for a few months. So far, they are great!
by Dan MacKinnon, November 7, 2005
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.Strengths:
Weaknesses:
Review:
Have set of these{Atrium60} in my lobster boat sound fantastic. Lots of comments about how great they sound. They have been going strong for about 2 years now and sound as good as they did when first installed.
by Alexander P. Moya, M.D., August 18, 2005
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.Strengths:
Full rich sound. Much lower bass response than the Atrium 55.
Weaknesses:
Appear much larger than the Atrium 55.
Review:
I bought a pair to complement Atrium 55 speakers in my home gym. These speakers sound great! Well worth the extra money!
by Jim Pryor, June 27, 2006
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful.Strengths:
The bass response is thrilling.
Weaknesses:
They are heavy and I had to mount them in an alternate location to insure they would not fall.
Review:
These are the best sounding outdoor speakers I have ever heard. The bass response, usually the shortcoming in outdoor speakers, is incredible. I mounted them under a porch at the rear of my house and hooked them up to a 115 watt per channel amp. They rival my Klipsch Heresey's I use in my surround sound in the den.
by Dean Fix, June 21, 2009
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful.Strengths:
The speakers sound great in the mid to upper range of the sound spectrum.
Weaknesses:
I am a little disappointed with the amount of bass output from the speakers. I do believe I will purchase the outdoor subwoffer, but the online documentation does not articulate which amplifier is needed to drive the sub.
Review:
I bought four speakers to cover my 40'x22' patio and installed the rubber insert in order to make the speaker water tight.
by Jason, December 25, 2009
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful.Strengths:
Sound is amazing, bass is overwhelming
Weaknesses:
If you are not happy with these speakers. Buy a new receiver or Amp. Because they rock
Review:
WOW, I have has these outside on pool deck for over 3 years. They are an amazing speaker. All my neighbors went out and bought polks. I have my running in a 2-channel set up with an old Onkyo 700 receiver. My house rocks outside and the BASS wow. I have a full LSI system inside and these speakers just impress me.
by Jack Bohner, July 6, 2010
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful.Strengths:
Bass and overall response
Weaknesses:
2 year warranty...Polk should step up to a five year, since most people won't ever use the warranty anyway, but shows they stand behind the product.
Review:
One reviewer wrote "Excellent full rich sound with excellent highs, mid range, and lows. Great loudspeaker for any outdoor application." I will just add "ditto". Got them on sale at Crutchfield. Great sounding speakers for sure.
Polk Response:
We do offer a 5 year warranty on ourdoor speakers now.
Vintage Product
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