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Polk Audio S60

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Polk Audio S60 vs Polk S20 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by Polk Audio. Polk Audio Signature S60 is a Floor-standing speaker whereas S20 is a Bookshelf speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Polk Audio S60 and Polk S20 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Polk Audio S60 Key Specs

  • 1" Tweeter
  • 3 x 6.5" Mica-reinforced polypropylene Woofer
  • 26-40k Hz Frequency Response
  • 90 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:20-300watts
  • Weight: lbs
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): " x 11-3/4" x 15-3/4"

Polk S20 Key Specs

  • 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 6.5" Mica-reinforced polypropylene Woofer
  • 39-40k Hz Frequency Response
  • 88 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:20-125watts
  • Weight: 17 lbs
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 376.0" x 8.5" x 13.7"( 376.0mm x 216.0mm x 350.0mm )

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Polk Audio S60 and Polk S20 compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.



Drivers

Both S60 and S20 are 2-way speakers. S60 features a 1" Tweeter , a " Midrange and 3 x 6.5" Mica-reinforced polypropylene Woofer . On the other hand, S20 features a 1" Terylene Soft-Dome Tweeter , a " Midrange and 1 x 6.5" Mica-reinforced polypropylene Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2500 Hz.

Frequency Response

S60 has a frequency range of 26-40k Hz whereas S20 has a frequency range of 39-40k Hz.

Low Frequency

Floor-standing Speakers

Polk Audio S60
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High Frequency

Floor-standing Speakers

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Impedance and Sensitivity

S60 and S20 has the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. S60 sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and S20's is at 88 dB. This 2 dB difference makes Polk Audio S60 a more sensitive speaker compared to Polk S20, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Floor-standing Speakers

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Power Range

S60 has a power range of 20-300 watts RMS whereas S20 has a power range of 20-125 watts.

Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

S60 features 5-way post posts which makes bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. S20 has a 5-way post which doesn't feature b-amping/bi-wiring.

Cabinet Type and Port Position

S60 has a firing port whereas S20 has a back firing ports.

Physical Specs



Reasons to choose Polk Audio Signature S60 over Polk Audio Signature S20
Max Input Power 300 watts vs 125 watts Handle more power from your amplifier
Sensitivity 90 dB vs 88 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
Number of Woofers 3 vs 1 More woofers
Low Frequency Response 26 Hz vs 39 Hz Generates deeper bass
Bi-amp / Bi-Wiring Yes vs No Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections
Weight g vs 17 g 17 g lighter
Reasons to choose Polk Audio Signature S20 over Polk Audio Signature S60

Polk Audio S60 vs Polk S20 Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Polk Audio Signature S60 Polk Audio Signature S20
Brand Polk Audio Polk Audio
Speaker Type Floor-standing speaker Bookshelf speakers
Suggested Break-in Period - -
Power Range 20-300 watts 20-125 watts
Sensitivity 90 dB 88 dB
Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
Frequency Response 26-40k Hz 39-40k Hz
Drivers
Woofer Size 6.5" 6.5"
Woofer Composition Mica-reinforced polypropylene Mica-reinforced polypropylene
Woofer Surround Material Butyl rubber Butyl rubber
Tweeter Size 1" 1"
Tweeter Type Soft-Dome
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver No No
Crossover Frequency - 2500
Firing Direction back
Physical Specs
Height 44-1/2" 14.8"
Width 11-3/4" 8.5"
Depth 15-3/4" 13.7"
Weight lbs 17lbs
Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
Finish Meddite MDF Meddite MDF
Available Colors Black Black
Mounting Bracket No
Recommended Stand Height 24-28
Grille - -
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Connector Type 5-way post 5-way post
Biamp Inputs Yes No
Other
Parts Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
Labor Warranty 5 Years 5 Years



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