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Polk Audio RM6800 home theater speaker system

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Polk Audio RM6800 home theater speaker system

Date Published: 1/8/08

The Polk Audio RM6800 5.1 home theater speaker system produces a clean, accurate sound that is perfect for a small- to medium-size home theater space. The RM6800 speakers have anodized aluminum cabinets, which reduce resonance and improve the overall response performance. Magnetic shielding allows placement near a television monitor without causing distortion.

Each of the four satellites uses a 3-1/4-inch midrange driver and a 3/4-inch silk polymer dome tweeter. The center channel adds a second 3-1/4-inch driver for better dialogue clarity on movie surround soundtracks. In addition, the RM6800 comes with a clever center-channel cradle that lets you aim the speaker at your precise listening position, no matter if it's above or below your television monitor. All of the satellites in the RM6800 package use Polk's PowerPort design to produce a better low-end response.

The 65-watt subwoofer has a 10-inch driver mounted in a slot-loaded bass-vented cabinet. This won't shake any foundations, but it provides a sufficient amount of musical base for a small to medium listening space. The RM6800's overall frequency response is 30Hz to 24,000Hz, with a sensitivity of 89dB. The recommended amplifier power is 20 watts to 125 watts per channel.

With high-quality construction materials, excellent placement flexibility and Polk Audio's well-known speaker expertise, the RM6800 home theater speaker system is a smart choice for a smaller home theater.


Warranty
3 years subwoofers, 5 years speakers



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