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Polk Audio RC60i In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speakers (Pair, White)

Polk Audio RC60i In-Ceiling / In-Wall Speakers (Pair, White)

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Brand: Polk Audio
Category: CE

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Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars 23 reviews
Sales Rank: 1165

Color: White
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 7
Dimensions (in): 10.8 x 10.8 x 3.3
Warranty: 5 years warranty

MPN: AW0060-A
Model: AW0060-A
UPC: 047192106905
EAN: 0047192106905
ASIN: B00005T3BD

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • Pair of in-ceiling/in-wall speakers with a round shape and flush design to mimic the look of an unobtrusive recessed lighting fixture
  • Equipped with one 6.5-inch dynamic-balance, polymer-composite cone with a rubber surround
  • Frequency Response: 40Hz - 20kHz
  • Equipped with one 0.75-inch dynamic-balance, metalized soft dome tweeter in ball-and-socket swivel mount
  • Constructed of durable, moisture-resistant materials for use in bathrooms, saunas, or under outdoor eaves

Accessories:

  • Monster Cable QL GMT-H QuickLock Gold Banana Connectors (2 Pair)
  • Monster Standard UL CL3 Speaker Cable 16 Gauge - 500 ft. spool (S16-2R CL-500)
  • Monster Cable XPHP-CI S500 CL Rated Monster XPHP Clear Jacket Cable (500 ft Spool)
  • Monster Cable XP-CI S500 CL Rated Monster XP Clear Jacket Compact Speaker Cable (500 ft. Spool)
  • Monster Cable 12-Gauge In-Wall Speaker Cable UL-approved for in-wall use and THX-certified 100 ft.

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
frequency response 60-20,000 Hz (-3dB) * 8-ohm impedance * sensitivity 89 dB * handles up to 100 watts * moisture-resistant materials allow safe use in bathrooms, kitchens, saunas, and under outdoor eaves * paintable white matte grilles * cutout: 7-9/16" diameter * mounting depth: 2-1/2" * warranty: 5 years

Amazon.com Product Description
Polk Audio's RCi Series in-wall speakers let you deliver sound to every room in your home without sacrificing a single square inch of valuable floor or shelf space, and the RC60i in-wall speakers are no exception. Paint them to match your decor and they practically disappear, leaving you with nothing but high-performance sound.

Installation is easy as 1-2-3: cut a single hole, feed the wires through to your receiver or amplifier, and simply drop the speaker in. Rotating cams secure the speakers safely with no extra assembly or mess. A round shape and flush design allows each RC60i to mimic the look of a recessed lighting fixture, providing the ultimate in stealth sound.

The pair is durable, too, with moisture-resistant materials that are perfectly safe for use in bathrooms, kitchens, saunas--even under outdoor eaves. Rubber driver surrounds outlast cheap foam surrounds for years of trouble-free performance.

Dynamic Balance components and aimable tweeters ensure spacious imaging with stunning clarity and well-balanced sound in any listening position, not just a small "sweet spot." Wide-dispersion design means you'll enjoy even coverage across small and large rooms alike.

The speakers use large, 6.5-inch cones for rich, full-bodied sound. Further, their Infinite Baffle tuning uses the virtual enclosure of in-wall space to enhance their bass response. The speakers are timbre-matched to the members of Polk's RTi Series for seamless, enveloping sound when used as part of a home theater.

What's in the Box
Two speakers, paint masks, and a user's manual.


Customer Reviews:   Read 18 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars Extremely happy with the RC80i and RC60i speakers   July 15, 2008
Michael D. Mangus (Dallas, TX USA)
I purchased these last December, 2007 from Amazon and after all these months I have been completely satisfied with the Polk Audio brand. I will agree with the others that the included templates make a tight fit. It is not to much more work to slowly chisel away to get that perfect fit though. I never did anything like this before and I'm completely amazed of the outcome. You can't go wrong with the template, just make sure you go in the attic and clear out any insulation that might fall on you.

This was my setup for the home theater and my wife and I are completely happy with the sound, look, and would purchase Polk Audio again.

Front: RC80i
Surround: RC60i
Back Surround: RC60i
Center: CS1
Sub: PSW505



5 out of 5 stars Excellent speakers   July 12, 2008
C. Mcmillan
I am a big fan of Polk products and always have been. These speakers are no exception. I am using them as rear surround speakers, and they are perfect for the job. The sound is rish and undistorted. Being able to "aim" the tweeter was a nice bonus.


5 out of 5 stars Wonderful Speakers   July 5, 2008
Antonia (York, PA USA)
We remodeled our kitchen and have these speakers in the wall opposite the work areas. They are the most wonderful part of the new kitchen. Listening to music with great sound makes kitchen work so much more fun. The electrician said they were easy to install, and the sound is great. They can be played loud enough to be heard in other rooms, and there is good bass and no distortion with all types of music. They sound good played quietly too. For the price you just can't go wrong. They sound as if they cost a lot more.


5 out of 5 stars Great speakers for finished basement   June 2, 2008
A. MENSON (New Jersey, USA)
I recently installed a few sets of these Polk speakers into our basement. One set was used in a drywalled-ceiling (in a gym) and another set was used with a drop ceiling (Armstrong 24"x24" Brighton Ceiling Panels, sold at Lowes) in the main room of our basement. The speakers were pretty easy to install in both settings and work well. I have them hooked up to a stereo for music only...no surround sound off of them.

For the drop ceiling, I would recommend these steps for a smooth install:
1) Use the included template to draw the circle on the back (gray) side of the ceiling tile.
2) I used a Dremel cutting tool to cut out the circle. Don't cut on the line, cut on the outside of the line. If you cut on the line exactly, the circle will be a shade too small and won't hold the speaker properly.
3) Once the circle is cut, put the speaker in the hole and use a screwdriver to secure it in place.
4) If you ran more than enough speaker wire, hook it up to the speaker and then put your ceiling tile back into the ceiling grid. All done!

The ceiling tiles do a great job of holding the speaker in place, with no signs of the speaker being too heavy. I didn't see the need to go purchase a special bracket that some of the other reviewers have recommended.

One more tip: at first, I didn't quite follow how the clips on the speaker were supposed to secure it to the ceiling. I kept turning the screws and didn't think I was making any progress. I'd recommend doing a practice run on just one of the clips. Don't put it in the ceiling, but use the screwdriver, and see what moves when you turn the screw. It will help you visualize how the clips work. Basically, there's a lot of turning involved to secure it to the ceiling...so don't give up!



5 out of 5 stars Great speakers   May 14, 2008
Usability (New York, NY United States)
We needed 3 pairs of speakers for our home. I wasn't sure whether they would work for the entire house so I bought one pair to test in the dining room. I tested them before installing and in most cases, the bass was still great. Once installed, the sound was perfect. For the money, you can't go wrong. Great sound quality with all types of music and works great with my 7 year old Sony 5.1 100w/channel receiver. Installation was pretty simple in our drywall ceiling.
I am going to order 2 more sets to install in the other rooms.