Polk Monitor XT15 Pair of Bookshelf or Surround Speakers - Hi-Res Audio Certified, Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Compatible, 1" Terylene Tweeter & 5.25" Dynamically Balanced Woofer (Pair, Midnight Black)
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Style: Monitor XT15
Pattern: Speaker
Features
- COMPACT BOOKSHELF SPEAKER PAIR - Enjoy lifelike sound from movies, games, and music with Polk Monitor XT15 that features a 1" Tweeter & a 5.25" Dynamically Balanced Woofer for rich, clear audio, an open mid-range and punchy bass in an immersive soundstage
- PREMIUM BUILD QUALITY AND MODERN DESIGN - An upgrade to the critically acclaimed Monitor series, the Polk Monitor XT series features latest innovations in affordable but great sounding speakers, and their stylish design blends with any home decor
- VERSATILE PLACEMENT OPTIONS - Delivering maximum performance in a compact size, the speakers can be placed on a bookshelf, or a speaker stand (sold separately). Use the MXT15 as front, surround or rear speakers for a stunning home theater experience
- CREATE AN AFFORDABLE HOME THEATER SETUP - The use of quality, timbre matched Polk components ensures seamless speaker-to-speaker blending. Create a unified surround system with MXT60 tower pair, MXT30 center channel, MXT90 height module and a MXT12 sub
Description
Experience room-filling, high-resolution sound for your movies, gaming, and music with Polk MXT15 wall-mountable, compact surround loudspeaker. Featuring a Dynamically Balanced acoustic array with a 1” High-Resolution Terylene Tweeter, a 5.25” Polypropylene Woofer, and Precision Crossovers, the bookshelf speaker pair delivers crystal-clear, highly detailed sound – no matter what you’re listening to or where you’re sitting in the room. It is Hi-Res Audio Certified and ensures accurate sound reproduction from even the latest Dolby Atmos and DTS:X surround sound AVRs and amplifiers. These speakers can be used as front, rear or surround channel and can be placed anywhere in the room without compromising audio. The Monitor XT Series is designed with quality, timbre-matched Polk components to enable you to mix and match models and build your dream home theater or music listening environment. Add the MXT60 tower pair, MXT30 center channel, MXT90 height module, and the MXT12 sub for a complete 5.1 surround setup.
Brand: Polk Audio
Speaker Maximum Output Power: 40 Watts
Frequency Response: 40 KHz
Connectivity Technology: Wired
Audio Output Mode: Stereo
Mounting Type: Wall Mount
Material: Plastic
Model Name: MXT15
Speaker Type: Bookshelf Speaker
Special Feature: Bass Boost
Recommended Uses For Product: For Surround Sound Systems
Compatible Devices: Laptop, Personal Computer, Tablet, Smartphone
Subwoofer Diameter: 400 Millimeters
Unit Count: 2.0 Count
Controller Type: Corded Electric
Surround Sound Channel Configuration: 5.1
Color: Black
Included Components: Speaker
Product Dimensions: 6.5"D x 7.18"W x 10.6"H
Age Range (Description): Adult
Item Weight: 9 Pounds
Impedance: 8 Ohm
Is Waterproof: FALSE
Warranty Type: Limited
Number of Items: 2
Control Method: Touch
Speaker Size: 400 Millimeters
Power Source: Corded Electric
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 7E+1 dB
Woofer Diameter: 5.25 Inches
Tweeter Diameter: 25.4 Millimeters
Vehicle Service Type: Car
Package Type: FFP
Audio Driver Type: Dynamic Driver
Audio Driver Size: 5.25 Inches
Subwoofer Connectivity Technology: Wired
Connectivity Protocol: Bluetooth
Includes MP3 player?: No
Series Number: 15
Specific Uses For Product: Home Theatre
UPC: 747192133375
Style: Monitor XT15
Manufacturer: DEI Holdings
Item Weight: 9 pounds
Item model number: MXT15
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
Date First Available: August 24, 2021
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