Polk Audio Monitor XT30 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Center Channel speaker by Polk Audio. Center channel speaker is an important component of a home theater system set-up as it delivers the listener significant part of the on-screen dialogue from your television. It features a 1" High-res dome Tweeter and 2 x 5.25" bi-laminate paper cone Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 55-40k Hz and a sensitivity of 89 dB. Polk XT30 has an MSRP of 199$ but can often be found around 149$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Polk XT30 is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:
| Listening Environment* |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Average |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Average |
| Very Large Room | Poor |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)
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Frequency Response of the Polk XT30 Speaker
Polk XT30 has a Frequency response range of 55-40k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 30-200 watts.
Here we have a comparison of how Monitor XT30's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
High Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Impedance and Sensitivity
Polk XT30's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
89 dB.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Polk Audio Monitor XT30 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
89dB of the Polk Audio Monitor XT30 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Polk XT30:
Input Type
Monitor XT30 features 5-Way post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Polk XT30 Back View
Polk XT30 External Dimensions and Weight
Polk XT30 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 6-1/2 x 19-1/16 x 8-3/16inch (166.0 x 485.0 x 208.0mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of Polk XT30 is approximately 1008.8cm2 / 156.4inch2.
WeightThe Polk XT30 weighs 5.91kg / 13lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Monitor XT30's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $300
Cabinet type and Materials
Polk XT30 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Speaker Feet
Polk XT30 comes with
4 Self-adhesive rubber feet which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on. It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.
Port Position
Polk XT30 is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.
Available colors
Polk XT30 is available in Black.
Does the Polk XT30 come with a Grille?
Monitor XT30 comes with magnetic grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible. Since the included grille of the Monitor XT30 is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Polk XT30 with Grille
What's in the Box of Polk XT30?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Monitor XT30:
Center-channel loudspeakerGrille (attached)4 Self-adhesive rubber feetOwners ManualOnline Product RegistrationWall-Mount Template
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Polk Audio Monitor XT30.
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.