Polk Audio TSi200 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Polk Audio. It was released in 2012. It features a 1" Dome Tweeter and 2 x 5.25" Organic Fiber Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 50-24k Hz and a sensitivity of 89 dB. Polk TSi200 has an MSRP of 279$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Polk TSi200 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.)
Polk Audio's TSi Series of Loudspeakers
TSi200 is a member of Polk Audio's TSi series of Passive speakers. The TSi range were Polk Audio's popular affordable speakers with silk-dome tweeters. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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Polk Audio TSi Series Speakers
Frequency Response of the Polk TSi200 Speaker
Polk TSi200 has a Frequency response range of 50-24k Hz and Power Range of 20-150 watts. With a minimum frequency of 50 Hz, TSi200 delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.
Here we have a comparison of how TSi200's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
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Crossover frequency of the Polk TSi200?
The crossover frequency of the TSi200 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 TSi200's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
89 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Polk Audio TSi200 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
89dB of the Polk Audio TSi200 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the Polk TSi200 plays in your room →
What amplifier does the Polk TSi200 need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
9.5–150 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
TSi200 features Pair of 5-way binding posts - Gold-plated type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
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Polk TSi200 External Dimensions and Weight
Polk TSi200 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 15.4 x 8.0 x 11.7inch (392.1 x 203.2 x 298.5mm ).
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 TSi200 is approximately 606.6cm2 / 94.0inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Polk TSi200, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Polk TSi200 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Polk TSi200 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.
Polk TSi200 Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
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WeightThe Polk TSi200 weighs 7.71kg / 17lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how TSi200's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $300
Cabinet type and Materials
Polk TSi200 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a 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 TSi200 comes with 8 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 TSi200 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 TSi200 is available in Black and Cherry.
Wall Mounting
TSi200 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the Polk TSi200 come with a Grille?
TSi200 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 TSi200?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of TSi200:
- 2 Black bookshelf speakers
- Detachable cloth grille (installed)
- 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet
- Owner's Manual Online registration sheet
- Polk Audio product brochure
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Polk Audio TSi200.
- Speaker Cable and Connectors
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find 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.
- Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Polk Audio TSi200, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Polk TSi200
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Polk Audio TSi200 speaker:
Official Brochure for Polk TSi200
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Polk Audio TSi200 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Polk TSi200
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.