In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by Polk Audio. Polk Audio Signature Elite ES10 is a Bookshelf speaker whereas the Signature Elite ES90 is a Surround speaker.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Polk ES10 and Polk Audio Signature Elite ES90 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Polk ES10 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
- 4" Mica-reinforced polypropylene Woofer
- 78-40k Hz Frequency Response
- 84 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:20-100watts
- Weight:2.73kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 215.0" x 5-7/16" x 6-3/16"( 215.0 x 139.0 x 158.0mm )
Polk Audio Signature Elite ES90 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
- 5.25" Woofer
- 142-26k Hz Frequency Response
- 85 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Weight:kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): " x 7-1/2" x 12-1/8"
ES10 and Signature Elite ES90 are members of Polk Audio's Signature Elite series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Polk ES10 and Polk Audio Signature Elite ES90 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
Both ES10 and Signature Elite ES90 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Polk ES10 |
Polk Audio Signature Elite ES90 |
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Driver Setup
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2-way
|
2-way
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|
Tweeter
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1-inch
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1-inch
|
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Midrange
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- |
- |
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Woofer
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1 x 4-inch
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1 x 5.25-inch
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ES10 features a 1" Terylene Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4" Mica-reinforced polypropylene Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2500Hz. On the other hand, the Signature Elite ES90 features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Woofer .
Frequency Response
ES10 has a frequency range of 78-40k Hz whereas Signature Elite ES90 has a frequency range of 142-26k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 78Hz, the ES10 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Signature Elite ES90's min frequency of 142Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Polk Audio Signature Elite ES90
None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
ES10 and Signature Elite ES90 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. ES10 sensitivity is rated at 84 dB and the Signature Elite ES90's is at 85 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the Polk Audio Signature Elite ES90 a more sensitive speaker compared to Polk ES10, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
ES10 features 5-Way post type posts and Signature Elite ES90 has a 5-Way post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Polk ES10's 5-Way post terminals
Polk ES10 Power Port Port
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Polk ES10's and Polk Audio Signature Elite ES90's external dimensions. Polk ES10 has external dimensions of 215.0 x 139.0 x 158.0mm ( 8-7/16 x 5-7/16 x 6-3/16inch) whereas Polk Audio Signature Elite ES90 has external dimensions of ( ) .
Polk ES10 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 139mm wider, 215mm taller and 158mm deeper than Polk Audio Signature Elite ES90.
What's in the Box of Polk ES10?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of ES10:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers2 Grille (attached)8 Self-adhesive rubber feetWall-mount templateOwners ManualOnline Product Registration