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Polk Audio ES60 Review
Polk Audio Signature Elite ES60

Main Features

  • 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 3 x 6.5" Mica-reinforced polypropylene Woofer
  • 32-40k Hz Frequency Response
  • 90 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range: 50-300watts
  • Weight:51.92 lbs / 23.60 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 44-1/2"x8-1/2"x15-3/4" / 1131.0 x 216.0 x 401.0mm
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Polk ES60 Review
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Polk Audio Signature Elite ES60 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by Polk Audio. It features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 3 x 6.5" Mica-reinforced polypropylene Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 32-40k Hz and a sensitivity of 90 dB. Polk ES60 has an MSRP of 1098$ per pair but can often be found around 998$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Polk ES60 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-fieldBad
Small RoomPoor
Mid-size RoomAverage
Large RoomGood
Very Large RoomAverage

(* 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 replaced the older S60 with this model. Follow the link to read our detailed comparison of these models:
Compare Polk ES60 vs Polk S60

Polk Audio's Signature Elite Series of Loudspeakers

ES60 is a member of Polk Audio's Signature Elite series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Polk Audio Signature Elite Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Polk ES60
32-40k Hz 90 dB8Ω 3 x 6.5"
Polk ES35
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66-40k Hz 89 dB8Ω 6 x 3"
Polk ES20
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41-40k Hz 86 dB8Ω 1 x 6.5"
Polk ES10
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78-40k Hz 84 dB8Ω 1 x 4"
Polk ES15
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44-40k Hz 85 dB8Ω 1 x 5.25"
Polk ES55
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34-40k Hz 89 dB8Ω 3 x 6.5"
Polk ES50
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38-40k Hz 88 dB8Ω 2 x 5.25"
Polk ES30
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55-40k Hz 89 dB8Ω 2 x 5.5"
Polk Audio Signature Elite Series Speakers
Polk Audio Signature Elite Series Speakers


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Frequency Response of the Polk ES60 Speaker

Polk ES60 has a Frequency response range of 32-40k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 50-300 watts. With a minimum frequency of 32 Hz, ES60 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 ES60, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $1500. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how ES60's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
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Floor-standing Speakers
Polk ES60
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High Frequency
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Polk ES60
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Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 1500$ (Pair), these are the 2 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Polk ES60's 32Hz:

  • KLH Concord with Low Frequency of 28 Hz (Compare w/ ES60)
  • SVS Prime Tower with Low Frequency of 30 Hz (Compare w/ ES60)

Crossover frequency of the Polk ES60?

The Crossover frequency of the ES60 is set to 2500Hz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.

Impedance and Sensitivity

Polk ES60's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms and has a sensitivity of 90 dB.

Sensitivity
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Polk ES60
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8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Polk Audio Signature Elite ES60 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

90dB of the Polk Audio Signature Elite ES60 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 ES60:

  • Integrated Amps under 1000 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 1500 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 2000 USD
  • All Integrated Amplifiers

Input Type

ES60 has 5-Way post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring. Bi-wiring can enhance the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by using separate speaker wires for the low and high-frequency drivers from a single amplifier. Bi-amping, on the other hand, involves using separate amplifiers for the high and low-frequency drivers, potentially resulting in a greater dynamic range and reduced distortion.

Polk ES60 External Dimensions and Weight

Polk ES60 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 44-1/2 x 8-1/2 x 15-3/4inch (1131.0 x 216.0 x 401.0mm ).

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 ES60 is approximately 866.2cm2 / 134.3inch2.

To get a better perspective on the real life size of Polk ES60, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).

Polk ES60 Real Life Body Size Comparison
Polk ES60 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc

Here we place the Polk ES60 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.

Polk ES60 placed next to a Media Stand
Polk ES60 Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand

Weight

The Polk ES60 weighs 23.60kg / 51.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how ES60's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Polk ES60
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Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $1500
Polk ES60
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Max

Cabinet type and Materials

Polk ES60 has a Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF, Wood-grain vinyl finish. 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 ES60 comes with 4 Feet (pre-installed) 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 ES60 is a bottom-firing port speaker

Available colors

Polk ES60 is available in Black.

Does the Polk ES60 come with a Grille?

ES60 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 ES60?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of ES60:
  • Floorstanding loudspeaker
  • Grille (attached)
  • 4 Feet (pre-installed)
  • Owners Manual
  • Online Product Registration
  • Recommended Accessories

    Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Polk Audio Signature Elite ES60.

    • Speaker Cable and Connectors
      • Speaker Cables with Banana Plugs: If you know the lenght of the cable you need, this is the easier option to connect your speakers with your amp.
      • Speaker Cables without Connectors: If you are not sure about the lenght or need longer than standard cables with plugs, choose this option.
      • Banana Connectors and Plugs: If you chose the cables without connectors option or already have some cable around, pick the banana plugs separately.
    • Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators more affordable options too.
    • Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.

    Official Product Page

    Official manufacturer's product page for the Polk Audio Signature Elite ES60 speaker can be found below:
    Official Product Page for Polk ES60

    Warranty

    5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.

    Polk Audio Signature Elite ES60 Alternatives in Passive Floor-standing Speakers
    Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
    Polk S60
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    2-way 90 dB 8 ohms 26-40k Hz
    Polk ES55
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    2-way 89 dB 8 ohms 34-40k Hz
    Polk R700
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    3-way 88 dB 8 ohms 38-38k Hz
    Polk ES50
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    2-way 88 dB 8 ohms 38-40k Hz
    Klipsch RP-6000F
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    2-way 97 dB 8 ohms 34-25k Hz
    Polk R600
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    2-way 87.5 dB 8 ohms 43-38k Hz
    Klipsch RP-8000F II
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    2-way 98 dB 8 ohms 32-25k Hz
    Polk XT70
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    2-way 86 dB 8 ohms 35-40k Hz
    Frequently Asked Questions about Polk Audio Signature Elite ES60
    What is the External Dimensions of Polk Audio Signature Elite ES60
    What is the Speaker Sensitivity of Polk Audio Signature Elite ES60
    is the Polk Audio Signature Elite ES60 an easy to drive speaker?

    Polk ES60 Detailed Specifications

    General
    BrandPolk Audio
    Full Model NamePolk Audio Signature Elite ES60
    Speaker Type2-way Floor-standing
    Power Range50-300 watts
    Sensitivity90 dB
    Impedance8 ohms
    Frequency Response32-40k Hz
    DRIVERS
    Woofer Size6.5-inch
    Woofer CompositionMica-reinforced polypropylene
    Woofer SurroundButyl rubber
    Tweeter Size1-inch
    Tweeter TypeSoft-Dome
    Crossover freq2500Hz
    Port Positionbottom

    CONNECTIONS
    Connector Type5-Way post
    Biamp InputsYes
    Port Positionbottom
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height1131.0mm ( 44-1/2-inch)
    Width216.0mm ( 8-1/2-inch)
    Depth401.0mm ( 15-3/4-inch)
    Height1131.0mm ( 44-1/2-inch)
    Weight23.60kg ( 51.92 lbs)
    EnclosureBass Reflex
    FinishMDF, Wood-grain vinyl
    Available ColorsBlack
    Mounting BracketNo
    GrilleYes
    Moisture ResistanceNo
    OTHER
    Handheld RemoteNo
    Parts Warranty5 Years
    Labor Warranty5 Years
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