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Polk Audio RTi6

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The RTi6 combines the simple elegance of a bookshelf speaker with advanced Polk technology and impressive performance. Taking advantage of the latest generation of Polk's Dynamic Balance® drivers, the RTi6 features a 6-1/2" woofer and re-worked 1" silk/polymer tweeter for smooth response and exceptionally detailed sound. And with its beautiful real wood veneer available in black oak or cherry finish, the RTi6 makes a handsome addition to any room decor.

As always, Polk has paid close attention to the details. The RTi6's cabinet features all-MDF construction with extensive internal bracings that virtually eliminate sound-muddying resonance. It also includes Polk's exclusive Power Port technology for clear, deep lows, and an ARC port for more natural mids. Dual gold-plated 5-way binding posts allow for bi-amping or bi-wiring.

The RTi6s do a great job with stereo music on their own, digging down into the low frequencies all the way to 50 Hz — not too shabby for bookshelf speakers. Or you can team them up with a powered sub for rib-rattling results. For dynamic, detailed movie sound, use 2 pairs as your home theater's front and surround speakers. For larger rooms, the RTi6s work perfectly as surrounds in combination with RTi tower front speakers.

Recommended center channel speaker: Polk CSi3.
Recommended surround speakers: Polk RTi6, Polk RTi4, FXi A4.

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Highlights:

  • video-shielded
  • bass-reflex
  • frequency response 50-26,000 Hz (-3dB)
  • 8-ohm impedance
  • sensitivity 89 dB
  • handles up to 125 watts
  • dual 5-way binding post terminals
  • keyhole slot for wall-mounting
  • real wood veneer
  • 7-13/16"W x 14-3/4"H x 14-3/16"D
  • warranty: 5 years
  • Our 60-day money-back guarantee

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Features and Specs

Features and Specs
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Bass Reflex
Video Shielded
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Yes
Tweeter
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Dome
Midrange size (inches)
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N/A
Woofer size (inches)
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6-1/2
Woofer Composition
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Polymer composite
Woofer Surround
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Butyl rubber
Power Range
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20-125
Sensitivity
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89 dB
Impedance (Ohms)
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8
Frequency Response
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50-26k Hz
Connector Type
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Dual 5-way post
Bi-amp Inputs
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Yes
Height (inches)
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14-3/4
Width (inches)
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7-13/16
Depth (inches)
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14-3/16
Weight (pounds)
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16.7
Mounting Bracket Included
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No
Recommended Stand Height (inches)
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21-26
Parts Warranty
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5 Years
Labor Warranty
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5 Years

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What's in the box?

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  • 2 Cherry bookshelf speakers
  • 2 Self-tapping screws
  • 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet
  • Owner's Manual
  • Template
  • Online registration sheet

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Features
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Features

Dynamic Balance: Dynamic Balance is a proprietary Polk Audio technology using laser imaging to determine what combination of speaker materials create the least amount of resonance. Eliminating resonance in speakers results in a wide, smooth response and low distortion.

Polymer Composite Woofers: Each speaker features a polymer composite woofer for smooth wide-range response with low distortion. For high performance durability, each woofer uses a butyl rubber surround.

Silk/Polymer Tweeters: Each speaker has a 1" silk/polymer dome tweeter that provides clear, detailed highs. Each tweeter uses a heat sink on the Neodymium magnet for superior heat dissipation, power handling and reliability.

Acoustically Inert Cabinets: Each speaker cabinet features all-MDF construction with extensive internal bracings that virtually eliminate sound-muddying resonance.

Power Port Venting System: Each speaker has a rear-firing Power Port venting system built into its back plate for precise deep bass response. This venting system allows air velocity to slow gradually, vastly reducing air turbulence, and delivering greater bass efficiency than conventional ports.

Acoustic Resonance Control (ARC): Internal cabinet resonance can impart a "thick" character to voices. Polk's patented Acoustic Resonance Control port system overcomes this problem. In addition to the Power Port venting system, each speaker has a front-firing port that is tuned to suppress the internal cabinet resonance, resulting in smooth, natural midrange reproduction.

Anti-Diffraction Grilles: The floating anti-diffraction grilles minimize grille diffraction for spacious, 3-dimensional imaging.

Dual 5-Way Binding Posts: Each speaker has two sets of gold-plated 5-way binding posts connected by gold-plated jumpers. Using the dual 5-way binding posts, you can bi-amp or bi-wire the speakers.

Wall Mounting: The Power Port back plate on each speaker has a keyhole slot, allowing the speaker to be mounted on the wall using optional hardware.

Magnetically Shielded: The speakers are magnetically shielded, allowing you to place them near your television without distorting the picture.

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Frequency Response Note: The overall frequency response is 40Hz-27kHz and the -3dB frequency response is 50-26kHz.

 

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5 out of 5

polk rti series

Written By soundman, new york city on Thursday, August 18, 2011
 
silk dome tweeters smooth,accurate not metalic or lacking .6.5 mid woofer good in small room but not as strong as tweeter for producing balance of pair in larger room or at volume.can't beat floorstanding for bottom end. sub ?well maybe for most but it is never going to sound LIVE.
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5 out of 5

Music and TV will never be the same again.

Written By Brent, Tampa, FL on Friday, July 29, 2011
 
To put it simply - these are fantastic speakers. The bass response is great and the silk tweeters are perfect - not harsh sounding like some tweeters made of harder materials. If you plan on purchasing these, I would highly recommend a receiver that has the ability to bi-amp. Not bad if they aren't bi-amped, but they sound incredible when they are.
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5 out of 5

Polk Audio RTi6

Written By Rob, Washington DC on Wednesday, January 05, 2011
 
I wasn't sure if I wanted floor standing or bookshelf speakers as my main front speakers. To save a few dollars, decided to go shelf. Then I had to choose from the R Ti4's and the R Ti6's. If you can spent the money, step up to the 6-1/2" drivers (R Ti6). They give a much fuller sound. I used the R150's as my surrounds, CSi3 as my center, and the monster PSW125 for the room shaking lows, all powered by a Sony STRDH810 Receiver. I watched Transformers, Saving Private Ryan, and Avitar on Blu-ray.............
WOW!
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5 out of 5

Worth the wait

Written By Barron, Prince Frederick, MD on Monday, January 28, 2008
 
It has been a year and a half since the audio system was unplugged for home improvements. The original speakers purchased in the late 70's had to be replaced and as a Christmas gift this past season I researched and selected these beautiful cherry finish Polk Audio RTi6 speakers. What a sound system! After listening to XM Radio coming through Directv I for over 16 months we can once again appreciate the fine work of many artists coming through magnificent speakers.
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5 out of 5

Very Satisfied

Written By Jean, Orange, CA on Saturday, January 26, 2008
 
Bought these speakers on the recomendation of a co-worker and found them to be crisp and clear with no distortion at high audio levels. Using them for not only CD playback, but as the front pair with our new flat screen LCD TV. Stuck some 3/4" rubber bumpers on the bottom to isolate them and prevent scratching.
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5 out of 5

Fantastic speaker

Written By Brad, Fort Wayne, IN on Tuesday, January 22, 2008
 
I just purchased an entire Polk System (RTi6's front, RTi 4's rear, CSi3 center, and I used the $200 sub credit to upgrade to the PSW110). All this is being driven by my Onkyo 805 and I couldn't belive the sound coming from such a small package. I saw Crutchfields price for these speakers and after reading the reviews, I gave them a shot and I am now a Polk convert. The sound is much more accurate in the high's with a great midrange coming from this 2 way speaker. The low end is better than you'd expect from a 6.5" but you'll need a sub for strong listening. Like many other comments here, you will not be disappointed with the sound quality of these speakers; it rivals many costing 2-3 times as much.



These are great prices on a speaker that is getting discontinued with the new RTi A1, A3 series coming out. The only major difference with the new series is cabinet design, which to me, wasn't worth the significant price jump; get these before they are gone!!! You can feel confident buying a quality product from a quality retailer such as Crutchfield. The shipping was quick and secure.
3 out of 3 people found this helpful
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4 out of 5

Great Value !

Written By Jim, Houston, TX on Thursday, January 03, 2008
 
I'm very pleased with these speakers I purchased recently for my home theater.
For their size & price they have a room-filling sound that rivals some of my friends' more expensive systems.

I also purchased the CSi3 center channel & FXi3 surrounds to go with these and they all work great together! The free PSW10 was not as good as I'd hoped, but better than what I had previously - so I'm not that disappointed. I would recommend taking the $199.00 credit towards a different model for anyone looking at this deal.

Crutchfield is a great place to buy and I highly recommend shopping their website & customer service people
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4 out of 5

Great speakers!

Written By Josh, Lexington, KY on Tuesday, December 11, 2007
 
I was looking for a nice pair of speakers that would be primarily for music and after some research the RTi6's became my choice.
These things sound great! They are a little bright, but that's okay with me and I think they may even out after they break in some more.
I have heard many people talk about listening to a nice set of speakers and hearing things they hadn't heard before in their music... I wasn't sure if this was really true or not, but now I must say I know what they are talking about and I can't wait to start going through my library!
As far as I'm concerned this is a great pair of speakers and I look forward to buying more Polks in the future.
I have a feeling these will be replacing my old JBL's as the Main L and R pair for my home theater.
Pairing them up with a sub is the way to go, but they do have decent bass response for bookshelves.
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4 out of 5

Surprising performance

Written By Linda, Chicago, IL on Monday, October 22, 2007
 
For bookshelf speakers, these deliver amazingly clear sound, particularly in the highs. I've replaced the big old dinosaurs with these little gems. May get a subwoofer down the line to push the bass a little, but for now these are perfect! They look great, too.
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4 out of 5

x-mas present to myself

Written By evan, texas on Monday, December 11, 2006
 
I spent a long time researching a system for myself on this site and others (and in stores). Im using the rti6s for my front mains, a pair of rti4s for the rear, csi3 center, powered by a Yamaha RX-V659. The system came with the 10" powered sub.

I wanted a system that would work great for movies, and in the off time play music. This system delivers both.

The RTI6s have very nice bass response but are missing the super-lows, but together with a separate sub you are in business. The rti6s are not going to be the same as having towers with subs, but at the price point there is no comparison. To get anything more impressive than this you would have to move up to rti10 and buy external amps.

Movies are extremely clear and tight. The sound field is very impressive, everything is lifelike and realistic. You really want to crank them up. (even my wife wants it loud now!) Loud sounds do not overwhelm you, and quiet ones are distinct. These are the most accurate/clear speakers I have ever heard. Playing some electro-techo all of the voices are distinct and do not clobber themselves, which I thought would not be possible over a single high & mid . Voice over the csi-3 is unbelievable. No matter what situation, what action is going on, you can always clearly understand the voice. We rewatched some old favorites and discovered a few scenes where the characters were whispering was audible and could clearly make it out.... we were amazed!

Negative points for shipping. Our UPS guy rings the doorbell and runs to his truck, leaving all my polks by the door for whoever to snipe. Standard shipping takes 5-6 days to get to central te
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