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Polk Audio Monitor Series CS2 Center Channel Speaker (Single, Black) | 
 enlarge | Brand: Polk Audio
Category: CE
List Price: $299.95
Buy New: $125.95
You Save: $174.00 (58%)
New (4) from $125.95
Rating:  13 reviews
Sales Rank: 2080
Color: Black Oak
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 16
Dimensions (in): 24.9 x 15 x 11.9
Warranty: 5 years warranty
MPN: AM2115-A
Model: AM2115-A
UPC: 747192110628
EAN: 0747192110628
ASIN: B0002MPNLC
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Single high-efficiency center channel speaker with baffled non-resonant MDF construction | | • | Equipped with dual 6.5-inch lightweight bi-laminate composite cone woofers | | • | Frequency response: 55 Hz to 25 kHz | | • | Equipped with one 1-inch silk/polymer composite dome tweeter | | • | Magnetic shielding allows safe placement next to TVs and video monitors |
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Product Description
The newly reborn Monitor Series is classic Polk: a quality-built, affordable line of high performance loudspeakers for music and home theater. They are highly efficient, so they can be driven easily by unpretentious receivers, and they are voice matched for lifelike surround sound environments. The Monitor Series boasts a stylish contemporary look, modern Titanium faces, and bold stabilizer feet on the tower models. Built for speed, sound quality and value, the Monitor Series is a great introduction to high performance sound. The CS2 center speaker has been designed to be the perfect match for Monitor Series speakers in multi-channel systems. Overall Frequency Response 55 Hz - 25,000Hz Crossover 2.3kHz, second order high and low pass Inputs 5-way binding posts Cabinet Size 7-3/4 H x 21-1/4 W x 11-1/8 D
Amazon.com Product Description
The name "Monitor" is special to Polk Audio. The original Polk Audio Monitor Series, produced in the mid-1970s, ushered in the modern loudspeaker era by setting the standard for performance and value. The original Monitor Series is the line that made Polk Audio famous with its simple, sturdy construction, clear, accurate sound, powerful bass and superior imaging all at a price that made great sound available to everyone. The newly reborn Monitor Series is classic Polk: a quality-built, affordable line of high performance loudspeakers for music and home theater. They are highly efficient, so they can be driven by unpretentious receivers, and they are voice matched for lifelike surround sound environments. The Monitor Series boasts a stylish contemporary look, modern titanium faces, and bold stabilizer feet on the tower models. Built for speed, sound quality and value, the Monitor Series is a great introduction to high performance sound. The CS2 center speaker has been designed to be the perfect match for Monitor Series speakers in multi-channel systems. The CS2 features a high efficiency design to reveal the classic Polk Audio sound (open, spacious and clear) even when driven by modestly-powered amplifiers and receivers. The 1" (25mm) fabric/polymer composite dynamic balance dome tweeter with powerful neodymium magnet structure delivers clear and detailed high frequency response for realistic reproduction of vocals and instruments. Ultimate flexibility comes via the reversible-design cabinets that can be turned upside down to aim "up" when placed under a video monitor.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 8 more reviews...
 Can't beat for the price December 24, 2008
I have been very happy with this center channel. Given the small price difference I see no reason to buy the CS1 instead of this, unless you cannot fit this larger center for some reason. Your center channel is where a majority of the sound comes from so I would consider it even more important then other speakers. Mine is mounted above my wall mounted television. It does look a little odd sticking out, but that is alright because it sounds good.
Big clear sound December 16, 2008
I was debating between the CS2's the the Csi3. From what I read the CS2's downfall was the box was pretty large. I am glad that I went with the CS2. It gives a full sound that is very clear for both high and low freq's. I paired the speakers with RC80i's in front ceiling, RC 60i's rear surround, and some polk towers for the front floor speakers. (and an infinity base 12" powered sub) Together all these connect into the Onkyo TX-SR606, so I am actually using all 7.1 channels. If I could afford to be a true audiophile I would be with some sort of $20k system and a hundred speakers, but for the price this set up can not be beat. I highly recommend that if you decide to upgrade your speakers anywhere to upgrade on the center channel... 80% of movie sound is routed through this speaker box. The RC60i's and RC80i's sound great with movies because not a ton of sound goes to them, but if I were using them as many channel's (front's or center's) I wouldn't recommend them. But no need to buy a 4 wheel drive if you never go off roads right. I personally chose not to overbuy, but it is very easy to do, because you want the best. but you must also ask what will I really use it for. be realistic. Like I said this setup sounds amazing, a lot better than many of the expensive systems I've heard before.
 Fantastic Center Channel Speaker! December 6, 2008
I purchased this speaker as a replacement for the original that came with my Onkyo HT 800 system. The difference was incredible! I've long been a fan of Polk quality, and this unit doesn't disappoint! I can't think of more "bang for the buck" with any other center channel speaker. I also purchased a pair of Polk Monitor 40 bookshelf speakers. All three of them together are fabulous! I highly recommend this speaker.
Polk knows how to make a speaker December 3, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought the CS2 to replace the damaged center channel speaker from my Yamaha YHT-390BL Home Theater in a Box. It was recommended to me by two friends, both of whom are audiophiles. I'm glad I took their advice as this speaker is fantastic.
The speaker itself is huge. It's about 24" wide, 8" deep, and 6" tall. It fits above my flat panel, but just barely. Make sure you have room for it before you buy it, as it is pretty bulky. It needs to be to house the dual 6.5" woofers that give the speaker its clarity. There is also a 1" tweeter in between the woofers. At 175 watts, the CS2 can really put out the volume (as long as your receiver can properly power it).
What really sets this speaker apart is its ability to dish out distortion free sound at all frequencies even at high volume. Voices (and especially deeper male voices) sound terrific at mid to high volume levels. It really brings out the detail and subtlety in all voices and has made listening to conversions in movies and television shows that much more enjoyable.
There are certainly many other center channel options available, but only a few with a price point lower than the CS2. The well reviewed CS1 comes in at about 2/3rds the cost of the CS2, while speakers like the Klipsch Synergy C-2 cost more than double the Polk CS2. In my opinion, for the cost, this is one of the best values on the market.
it works November 7, 2008
I don't know what else you could want from a speaker other than it works. The sound is clear and clean. The rest is just up to my receiver to adjust other sound levels.
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