Polk Audio TSi CS10 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" Dynamic Balance Tweeter and 2 x 5.25" bi-laminate organic fiber cone Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 63-24k Hz and a sensitivity of 91 dB. Polk TSi CS10 has an MSRP of 119$ but can often be found around 89$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Polk TSi CS10 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 TSi CS10 Speaker
Polk TSi CS10 has a Frequency response range of 63-24k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 20-125 watts. With a minimum frequency of 63 Hz, it is hard to expect a strong bass response from TSi CS10 so depending on your use case, using a subwoofer will significantly help to widen the response range.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Polk TSi CS10, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $300. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how TSi CS10'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 TSi CS10's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
91 dB.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Polk Audio TSi CS10 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
91dB of the Polk Audio TSi CS10 is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes TSi CS10 an easy to drive from Sensitivity perspective. If you are planning to power your speaker with a Tube amp which are generally very low power, the Polk TSi CS10 will be a good choice.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Polk TSi CS10:
Input Type
TSi CS10 features 5-Way post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Polk TSi CS10 External Dimensions and Weight
Polk TSi CS10 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 6-9/16 x 20-1/16 x 9-15/16inch (167.0 x 510.0 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 TSi CS10 is approximately 1290.3cm2 / 200.0inch2.
WeightThe Polk TSi CS10 weighs 7.27kg / 16lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how TSi CS10'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 TSi CS10 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.
Polk TSi CS10 - Side View
Speaker Feet
Polk TSi CS10 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 TSi CS10 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 TSi CS10 is available in Black.
Does the Polk TSi CS10 come with a Grille?
TSi CS10 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 TSi CS10 is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Polk TSi CS10 with Grille
What's in the Box of Polk TSi CS10?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of TSi CS10:
Black center-channel speaker (removable cloth grille)4 Self-adhesive rubber feetOwners ManualOnline registration sheetPolk Audio product brochure
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Polk Audio TSi CS10.
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.