Polk Audio RM202 Center Channel Speaker (Single, Pewter)

by Polk Audio

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0009X28KS
• Item model number: AM2062-A
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #123,647 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Intended for center channel use within a Polk RM series speaker system--such as the 6800, 6900, 7300, or 7400--the RM202 is sleek and stylized, with a sculpted anodized-aluminum enclosure that looks terrific next to a plasma or flat-screen TV. The speaker offers more than just a pretty face, however. The unique curved shape also breaks up internal standing wave resonance, helping create a pure, more lifelike sound, while the PowerPort venting and dynamic balance technologies produce rich, full-bodied, big-speaker results from a compact housing. As part of a 5.1, 6.1, or 7.1 speaker system, the RM202 helps create a dramatic, remarkably clear sound stage for DVDs and other multichannel formats.

The RM202 is equipped with dual 3.5-inch polymer composite cone midrange drivers for clear, distortion-free midrange and a high-performance 0.75-inch silk/polymer composite dome tweeter for sweet, crisp highs. The PowerPort venting, which hides under the grille, also extends and strengthens the lower midrange performance to ensure a seamless blend with the subwoofer output. The resulting midrange makes movie dialogue and other midrange frequencies sound rich and natural. The sound also disperses broadly throughout the room so everyone can enjoy the results regardless of where they're sitting.

Listeners have several installation options: they can mount the speaker on the wall using the included swivel bracket (which offers hidden wire channels), they can use the threaded insert to mount the speaker on a fully articulating bracket (sold separately), or they can place the speaker on the included center cradle, which aims the speaker toward the listener from above or below the TV. And to top it off, the speaker is magnetically shielded against video interference, so you needn't worry about distorting the image on your state-of-the-art TV or video monitor. The speaker, which measures 12.5 by 4.5 by 5.06 inches (W x H x D), offers five-way binding post connections and is backed by a five-year warranty.

What's in the Box
RM202 center speaker, speaker cradle, swivel bracket, user's manual.

Product Description

The RM202 Center Speaker is intended for use with the RM 10 and RM 20. Its stylishly sculpted anodized Aluminum enclosure looks awesome next to your plasma or flat screen television, and can be mounted either on the wall using its aimable bracket or on or below your TV using its aimale cradle. Either way, this center speaker was designed for maximum clarity and low distortion. High tech materials and features, such as Satellite Power Port Venting and Dynamic Balance technologies, ensure superior performance, delivering rich, full-bodied, big speaker sound from a stylish, compact package. Stylishly curved satellite enclosure formed of heavy duty, non-resonant Aluminum; the shape breaks up internal standing wave resonance for pure, lifelike sound. Power Port Bass Vent hidden under the grille extends and strengthens lower-midrange performance for full, rich, natural voices and other midrange sounds. Exclusive Center Channel Cradle that aims the speaker toward the listener, from above or below the TV. Swivel Wall-Mounting Bracket with hidden wire channels Threaded inserts on the back enclosure allow use of fully articulating brackets (sold separately). Two 3-1/4 inch (8.25cm) Mineral Filled Polymer Dynamic Balance midrange drivers for clear, distortion-free midrange. Broad dispersion design allows everyone in the listening area to hear clear, well-balanced sound. 3/4 inch (19mm) Dynamic Balance Silk/Polymer Composite Dome Tweeter for sweet highs and more lifelike imaging. Connect your RM Series center securely and conveniently with its high quality 5-way binding post inputs. Magnetically shielded for safe placement near your state-of-the-art TV or video monitor with no risk of video distortion.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great center sepaker for my system, March 9, 2008

By 

K. Tung (Houston, Texas USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Polk Audio RM202 Center Channel Speaker (Single, Pewter) (Electronics)

I bought the RM202 mainly for its compact size and to blend in with an all Polk 5.1 system. It replaces a Sony center speaker which was there mainly becaise it has the same logo as the Sony projection TV, though the sound quality of the Sony speaker has never been satisfactory.

The RM202 is a much better speaker. Like all Polk speakers, it is well-built. Smartly sized, it produces very good sound; dialogue is clear, sound is warm enough and works very well with the rest of the Polk speakers. I especially like its smooth appeareance.

I generally like to maintain an understated appeareance of the speakers to go with the rather conservative look of the Sony RPTV. To this end the Polk speakers, including the RM202, are terrific. They are also excellent for both music and movies for what I need.

Very good product at a great price. Ordering experience at Amazon is very good as always.

Highly recommended.

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Speaker, January 3, 2007

By 

Dale - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Polk Audio RM202 Center Channel Speaker (Single, Pewter) (Electronics)

I am using this as a center channel on a 7.1 system. I chose it basically because it fit the size restraints I am forced with and was matched to the rest of the Polk speakers I used. It has worked flawlessly and creates excellent sound and presence.