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Polk Audio Monitor 30 2-Way Bookshelf Speakers (Pair, Black) | 
| Brand: Polk Audio
Category: CE
List Price: $229.95
Buy New: $129.00
as of 11/21/2009 23:17 CST details
You Save: $100.95 (44%)
New (2) from $129.00
Seller: superdeal01
Rating:  reviews
Sales Rank: 12305
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 16
Dimensions (in): 17.4 x 14.4 x 12.3
Warranty: 5 years warranty
MPN: AM3025-A
Model: AM3025-A
UPC: 747192110505
EAN: 0747192110505
ASIN: B0002ZSFTG
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Pair of bookshelf 2-way speakers that delivers superior linearity, definition and sound imaging | | • | Equipped with one 5.25-inch bi-laminate composite dynamic-balance driver | | • | Equipped with one 1-inch silk polymer-composite dynamic-balance dome tweeter | | • | All MDF construction and extensive cabinet bracing ensure resonance-free enclosures | | • | Built-in keyhole wall mounting brackets provides secure on-wall mounting |
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Product Description
The name "Monitor" is special to Polk Audio. The original Polk Audio Monitor Series, produced in the mid-1970s, ushered in the modern loudspeaker era by setting the standard for performance and value. The original Monitor Series is the line that made Polk Audio famous with its simple, sturdy construction, clear, accurate sound, powerful bass and superior imaging all at a price that made great sound available to everyone.The newly reborn Monitor Series is classic Polk: a quality-built, affordable line of high performance loudspeakers for music and home theater. They are highly efficient, so they can be driven easily by unpretentious receivers, and they are voice matched for lifelike surround sound environments. The Monitor Series boasts a stylish look that complements today's flat screen technology, with wood grain finishes and modern Titanium faces. Built for speed, sound quality and value, the Monitor Series is a great introduction to high performance sound.
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| Customer Reviews:
 Muy buen parlante November 13, 2009
Luis Quiros Rojas
Como siempre, una excelente calidad de sonido de POlk Audio, aun asi, por el tamaño del mismo se deben colocar a poca distancia del oyente, si tienes más dinero para tu home theater ve por unos monitor 40 o 50
 Great sound. Works great with Logitech Z-2300 June 23, 2009
Doug Oriard
Great balanced sound. Low price. Availability of speaker mount bracket is nice. These are not quite as efficient (not as loud at the same volume setting) as a pair of Yamaha speakers I have and like, and a little less emphasis on the bass, but overall probably cleaner and more accurate.
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br /I combined these speakers with the subwoofer on my Logitech Z-2300 (replaced the Logitech satellites with these speakers) so that I could keep the handy desk control which also has quick sub control and headphone access. All it took was a pair of 18gauge speaker cables with RCA connectors (cut one end off) from Radio Shack. The Logitech+PolkAudio combination is great at a total price of about $200. I use them for computer speakers where I do most of my listening. The sub drives the Polk Audio speakers and does a nice job of it. These speakers have a MUCH fuller sound in both highs and lows that the Logitech Z-2300 satellites. I highly recommend this combination if you have room for the speakers. I also ordered some wall mounts and when they arrive I will be able to free up more space on my desk area. If you like (or have) Logitech Z-2300 but are not satisfied with the satellites, try this combination -- it rocks!
Excellent Sound For the $ May 6, 2009
TC (Midwest)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Needed a pair of decent bookshelf speakers for my office at work. Wanted to get away from the sat/sub PC-speakers I had. Had an old Carver preamp power amp pair taking up space on my basement shelf. I got these M30's for $120 on amazon. I really didn't expect much at this price. They just needed to sound marginally better than the PC-speakers. I was wrong. The combo of a solid,warm,robust sounding amplification setup paired with these Polks really does the job. I'm scratching my head trying to figure out why I paid $2k for my home speakers when these little guys put such a smile on my face. These are for my office at work so I need to be careful about playing them too loud but towards the end of the day I can let loose a bit with anything from 80s Metallica to Daftpunk. It all sounds great.
Good All Purpose Bargain Speaker May 5, 2009
Under the Influence (Belleville, IL United States)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
First, don't be mislead by the price. The Polk Monitor 30 has great potenial and a huge bargain at its close out price (replaced by TSi series which is nearly identical). A bookshelf with depth, both in that it protrudes twelve inches from front to rear when placed on a wall, and, also, provides ample bass for its stature. It matches well with Polk's CS1 or CS10 center channel speaker for surround systems as a front and surround channel, or can be paired with the larger M40 bookshelf, or M50 and M60 towers as a surround speaker. It should be able to outperform most satellite speaker systems, but will stand out prominently from the wall when hung from it's bracket. On opposite end of the hanging bracket, short legs keep the speaker evenly spaced from the wall and allow the rear port to breathe.
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br /Since both Polk's Monitor/TSi bookshelf and center channel speakers provide ample levels of bass (55Hz), it offers more flexibility when used with a subwoofer than small satellite speakers. Subwoofer crossover can be set lower allowing the sub to handle the lower frequencies with more detail. While crossover with a satellite speaker generally should be set no lower than the 120-150Hz area, which is at the uppermost range of most subwoofers, the M30 can easily be adjusted down to the 60-80Hz area. Of course the extra speaker size can take more power and produce more volume than satellites, as well.
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br /However, for front channel use the Monitor has limitations. For mid size rooms the Monitor 30 is a bit small as a front channel and noticeably lacking in bass detail no matter what the room dimension. There are bookshelfs that use larger mid/woofer drivers or at least two 5 inch drivers (and one tweeter) that can produce quite a bit more detail and volume in the lower frequencies. However, you'll have to spend at least $300 for such a pair that match the clarity and quality design of the Monitor 30. The other option is to purchase the Monitors for $100 and spend an additional $100-200 on a subwoofer to have even greater range than the larger bookshelfs.
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br /I use four Monitor 30's as surround and rear channels in a fairly spacious room (16x24 vaulted ceiling) with Polk Monitor 60 towers and CS1 in the front. Though the 30's are much closer to the listener than the fronts, the levels must be adjusted a couple of decibels higher to make surround effects really come out. In fairness, the front channels employ eight 5.25" drivers versus only two to four drivers depending on 5.1 or 7.1 soundtrack. While listening to music, I prefer using Dolby ProLogicIIx (7.1 surround), rather than two channel stereo. Since the Monitor 30's match so seamlessly with the other speakers, the soundstage is opened up and less volume is needed.
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br /Again, don't let the price fool you. There are many steeply priced speakers using same size drivers that will only marginally outperform and sometimes underperform the Monitor 30. The Dynaudio 52SE for example, costing around $1,000, when tested by Audioholics produced great lower bass until it bottomed out due to lack of internal bracing and overall driver design. When given time to break-in, matched appropriately with other speakers, and tuned with the latest A/V Receivers, the 30 can be a very solid performer.
Great price and works well as Surround rears Rears for a 7.1 system April 7, 2009
Dennis A. Amith (kndy) (California)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Originally, I was looking towards a Polk 40 for surround rears but noticed many home theater enthusiasts (more towards the budget-conscious) were taking advantage of the great price offering of the Polk Audio Monitor 30's.
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br /The biggest selling point was the fact I can hang them on my wall, where the 40's needs a stand. And the fact these are offered as pairs and not singles.
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br /So, for its price, I purchased the 30's for my rear surrounds and they are beautiful speakers. Removing the grill and overall, looks great.
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br /But it was testing the speakers for 7.1 and under Dolby TrueHD and see if I can hear the difference utilizing Blu-rays such as "Quantum of Solace" and "Transformers" and definitely enjoyed the sound coming from the rears surround.
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br /Now, I'm so convinced that I may order another pair to replace my rear channel speakers.
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br /Polk Audio quality, great sound and very affordable!
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