Polk Audio Monitor XT60 is a 2-way Passive Passive Radiator Floor-standing speaker by Polk Audio. It features a 1" dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Bi-laminate paper Woofer. XT60 also employs two 6-1/2-inch passive radiators. The speaker has a frequency range of 38-40k Hz and a sensitivity of 86 dB. Polk XT60 has an MSRP of 498$ per pair.
XT60 also gives the user optional Dolby Atmos capability by equipping the unit with upward-firing Dolby Atmos drivers.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Polk XT60 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 | Bad |
| Small Room | Poor |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Good |
| 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.)
Polk Audio's Monitor XT Series of Loudspeakers
XT60 is a member of Polk Audio's Monitor XT series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
Polk Audio Monitor XT Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Polk XT60 Speaker
Polk XT60 has a Frequency response range of 38-40k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 25-200 watts. With a minimum frequency of 38 Hz, XT60 delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Polk XT60, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $500. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how XT60's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Impedance and Sensitivity
Polk XT60's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
86 dB.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Polk Audio Monitor XT60 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 86 dB, Polk Audio Monitor XT60 is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Polk XT60:
Input Type
XT60 features 5-Way post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Polk XT60 External Dimensions and Weight
Polk XT60 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 36-9/16 x 9-1/16 x 9-15/16inch (929.0 x 231.0 x 253.0mm ).
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 XT60 is approximately 584.4cm2 / 90.6inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Polk XT60, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Polk XT60 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Polk XT60 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.
Polk XT60 Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand
WeightThe Polk XT60 weighs 9.09kg / 20lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how XT60's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $500
How does the Polk XT60 compare to the Polk Audio Monitor XT70?
One of the natural alternative to the Polk XT60 is the XT70 which is located one step higher in Polk Audio's Passive Floor-standing selection.
Check the Detailed Comparison of Polk XT60 vs XT70 for more details.
Cabinet type and Materials
Polk XT60 has a
Passive Radiator type cabinet and a MDF, Vinyl finish.
Available colors
Polk XT60 is available in Black.
Does the Polk XT60 come with a Grille?
XT60 comes with 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.
What's in the Box of Polk XT60?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of XT60:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille (attached)Owners ManualOnline Product Registration
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Polk Audio Monitor XT60.
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.