Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Orland Park, IL on 10/16/2021
Very nice speakers. They have a natural sound curve that is pleasing to the ear. The bass comes through very tight and clean, and give them some volume they can fill a good size room. If I needed another set of bookshelf's, these would be the one.
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Schenectady
David from Schenectady on 10/10/2021
I have these set up in my office, on speaker stands with a Technics SA-AX6, rated at 100w/channel. They are wonderful. Did I say WONDERFUL? YES! I prefer balanced high, mid and low frequencies, and these capture it perfectly. The bass is punchy, NOT muddled, mid and high frequencies and clear and crisp. I think these are great, I had them at home for a while, but since I am a work-a-holic, why not enjoy them at work? Great soundstage. My most important suggestion is to purchase them from Crutchfield because of the return policy....every speaker is different for every individual, and different for your unique environment. I do not expect that you will return, but great to know if you do not like them....
Pros: Well balanced tone, great imaging, solid build
Cons: Suggest speaker stands depending on your environment
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Excellent Bookshelf Speakers
Peter from New York, NY on 9/19/2021
They perform very well, exactly as expected. Great imaging. Fantastic tweeter/top-mid range. The low end works really well in my space and with how I have the speakers positioned. No need for a subwoofer in this room. Perfect. Just as I had hoped.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Orocovis, PR on 9/14/2021
Very good sound with an outstanding construction!
Pros: Solid construction!
Cons: None
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Polk Audio Signature S20
nick from Macedonia ohio on 9/14/2021
polk audio s20 speakers sound great in my 5.1 system in my garage thanks crutchfield for your great service.
Pros: great speakers they go pritty low
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Polk Audio Signature S20 Bookshelf Speakers
Crutchfield customer from Sikeston, MO on 9/12/2021
Great Quality For The Price. Beautiful construction and look. I would not hesitate to recommend them. I gave it 4 stars for now due to issues with my turntable at high volume. I Am getting feedback through my speakers and still have additional "troubleshooting" to do to solve the problem. I don't think it's the Speakers and once this sound issue is resolved, I'd probably give them a 5 star rating. Great Company and Customer Service - ??????????
Pros: Great Look and Construction. Receives "Banana" wire plugs with ease. Very Secure hook up to one's choice of Receivers. The Value you get is priced decently and should give you years of listening pleasure.
Cons: None
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Great for surround theatre or music
Brent from BOISE, ID on 9/1/2021
Sound and look great but .. My Sony STR-DH790 is asking me to choose a crossover frequency from 40 Hz to 200 Hz for these. I do not have a sub woofer but I have large old pioneer 3 ways with 12 in woofers for front and use the polks for surround and back speakers. I'm finding lots of technical jargon on crossover settings but no practical advice. Can these sound better with a crossover setting? Oh and what about the polk t30 center speaker?
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Silky Smooth
Crutchfield customer from Alton, IL on 9/1/2021
These (black) Polk Audio Signature S20 speakers have a silky smooth sound with plenty of bass. They compliment my PAS S35 center speaker well.
Pros: Well constructed, solid, hefty& the bass port is nice.
Cons: A bit deeper in size
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Great sounding speakers at any price
Crutchfield customer from Mechanicsvlle, VA on 8/21/2021
I bought these speakers on sale for $250.00. At that price , plus $47.00 off in reward points, I could not resist. I'm glad I pulled the trigger. They sound much more open and have a better sound stage than the RTI 3s they replaced. I have them mounted from the celling and I'm using a Klipsch 12" sub in a 12'x 18' living room. They fill the room with powerful sound. I can't recommend these speakers enough.
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HUGE BOOKSHELFS= HUGE SOUND!
Crutchfield customer from Paducah, KY on 8/9/2021
Great fit and finish, very very large as expected. I purchased these to call/corner mount in my workout space. They do the job and fill the giant room with sound. Treble is not directional (which is good) but it can be bright at higher volumes. Midrange is pronounced and clear at any volume, huge plus. Low end is present, and quite impressive. I have them crossed over and dont use them for bass below 60hz as I have an subwoofer for that job. In a home setting, small shelf stereo, bedroom music, etc they would shine without necessarily needing a subwoofer. They are outstanding for their size. Again, not the sound a quality tower can produce but very very close in a bookshelf style package. Would recommend for sure, especially when on sale. I dont think for this price shipped with tax you will find a better option. In the $500 budget range there are probably better options.
Pros: low end response, sensitivity, large cabinet makes big sound! Good power handling
Cons: very bright tweeters, fairly cheap crossover network, not much bad to say here
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Perfect speakers for vinyl!
Crutchfield customer from Alexandria, VA on 8/5/2021
I bought these speakers to pair with a Sony STR-DH190 and my Audio Technica LP120 turntable. I was hoping to get a nice bookshelf-style set up to maximize my enjoyment of my vinyl collection. These speakers really deliver. Warm and room filling sound with an awesome frequency range. That is what really led me to these: I wanted a set of speakers with a wide frequency range so I could keep costs low and avoid adding a subwoofer or spending more on a receiver/amplifier than I needed to. The base is just perfect for what I listen to and the vocals are crystal clear. I have been a polk audio fan for years but it has mostly been in car applications. I can't believe I waited so long to get into their home audio! I would definitely recommend these for either a home theater or stereo set up.
Pros: best QPR on the market
Cons: These are quite large so consider a stand or place them on the floor.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Jupiter, FL on 7/27/2021
Terrific room filling sound from such a small speaker. Along with a Polk sub woofer, the sound stage is large and detailed. Non fatiguing treble, smooth midrange, and just enough bass.
Pros: For the price point, you cannot get a better speaker.
Cons: None
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Portland, OR on 7/19/2021
Beautiful design and great sound for a reasonable price. Excellent.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Mount Joy, PA on 7/6/2021
Great speakers for my den. Good mid-range and meets my expectations of bass response. great quality at a reasonable price!
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from San Diego, CA on 6/23/2021
This was an upgrade for me. I entered the Polk line with the T50 standing speakers. The S20's by far surpass the quality of sound, my 40+ year ears, can hear and feel. The bass is warmer and deeper. The mids and highs are clearer and i have yet to blast them at a high volume. I mainly listen to metal, lofi, cyberpunk, and some dubstep from Bluetooth and optical cable sources. My current setup is a trial into using a space-saving, Dayton Audio DTA Pro 100W amp. I have yet to pass "30" in volume and that is enough to hear from outside of my townhome with the doors open.
Pros: Sound quality, size, warm bass, rounded corners and solid feel when moving them
Cons: Speakers seem a little "long" at 1st but i am used to their appearance now
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Harbeson, DE on 6/22/2021
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Fantastic bang for your buck speakers
Crutchfield customer from Dade City, FL on 6/20/2021
Fantastic sound in a compact package! Crystal clear details with solid , deep base. Very satisfying sound overall. Great value!
Pros: Everything
Cons: I have the room for them on my entertainment center, however they are deep and may not fit some applications.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Muskegon, MI on 6/13/2021
You want be disappointed
Pros: I was surprise by the quality of the sound
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Christopher from Lewisburg, PA on 6/10/2021
Excellent speakers. Since my living space is small and there are other people who live nearby, I wanted a set of speakers that would produce a wide range of clear sound at a low volume. I decided to try these Polks because the frequency response range is 39-40,000Hz. The highs are clear, the bass response is crisp, and I can "feel" it at low volumes. I am happy with these speakers.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Prineville, OR on 6/1/2021
A very fine set of speakers, gives you a very warm, pleasant sound. Would recommend these for sure!!
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Amazing
Crutchfield customer from Mcloud, OK on 5/31/2021
Always loved polk audio love the look and the sounds is amazing for this price point
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My Vote For Best Buy
Crutchfield customer from Denham Springs, LA on 5/29/2021
Great bookshelf speakers even above their price point! Full, rich sound compliments either music or movies. Solidly built to last for years of enjoyment.
Pros: Full clear highs and midrange. Rich bass.
Cons: None at this price point.
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Robbie's review
Crutchfield customer from Freeport, NY on 5/8/2021
Sound is balanced, clean and exceptional. Also looks great
Pros: Sounds and looks great.
Cons: Some what heavy for their size. Need substantial stand or mounting brackets if used in surround sound system..
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Great Value. Great Volume.
Crutchfield customer from Richmond, VA on 5/3/2021
These are great sounding speakers. It would be hard to find a better speaker in this price range and in this size. They provide plenty of low end on their own in my living room, and the highs are crisp and clean. I'm very happy with these. Thank you!
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Suffolk, VA on 5/3/2021
Compact. Great fidelity in all ranges, high, low, midrange. Very little distortion even when "cranking".
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Colonial Hgts, VA on 4/18/2021
Purchased these to replace a pair of TSi200s that I had (accidentally) damaged. Seemed like I was downgrading due to the lower power handling, but the wider frequency response has provided better sound in my opinion. Would definitively recommend these. Also, the magnetic cover is a nice touch.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Middlebrg Hts, OH on 4/5/2021
I didn't realize that these 6.5 inch speakers were backed by heavy magnets. This allow me to project the sound to cover my entire 2.500 square feet home. Because of the extremely large magnets, they will out perform 15 inch speakers from the Disco era . The range of sound is incredible. I would expect this from speakers costing over $2,000.
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Unbelievable value
Julius from WEST PALM BEACH, FL on 4/2/2021
I just received these speakers and I am compelled to write a review to let others know how incredible they sound. To provide a little background; I added these to my current setup: a Yamaha AS-301 Integrated AMP, 10" Polk sub. pair of Polk Monitor 60 Series II floor standing speakers. Sources are a U-Turn orbit Plus turntable with a Red Ortofon cartridge, a Bellari Tube phono pre-amp, and a Yamaha Natural Sound S300 CD player. I picked up the Polk S20's on a recent Crutchfield sale. At that price, these speakers are an absolute steal!! They are still an incredible value at full price. Honestly, I have been eyeing these speakers for a couple of months now and I was hesitant to pull the trigger on these because I couldn't imagine that a pair of speakers at this price could really be all that great. I mean how much speaker can you really get for this price? But phew! These things cook!! Massive bass out of a pair of bookshelf speakers. I have switched the speaker inputs to compare the S20's vs. my old (circa 2005) Polk Monitor 60's and I swear the S20's sound better: more range and much better bass. I really really really love the new Polk sound. Big ups to the sound engineers over at Polk. They knocked it 'out of the park' on this one!
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Phenomenal!
KEVIN from KAUKAUNA, WI on 4/1/2021
After trying out several speakers from the likes of the Triangle Borea BR03, Klipsch, KEF Q100 and 150, Q Acoustics 3030i, I found these to be the best sound for the money! In the past I have always enjoyed the Polk Monitor series (5, 7 and 10's). So I came across these since they looked very similar to the Q Acoustics which I had right before these, WOW! Polk has done their homework with a very impressive speaker! Very tonally balanced and pleasing sound! Definitely keepers!
Pros: Tonally balanced. Great looks and build.
Cons: None!
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Great value
Crutchfield customer from Delray Beach, FL on 3/28/2021
Sweet sounding bookshelf. Not reference, obviously, but you can't beat the sound for the price.
Pros: Sounds great. Looks sharp.
Cons: None.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Kitty Hawk, NC on 3/7/2021
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The "S" Must Stand for Stupendous
Lamont from Brooklyn, NY on 2/25/2021
Received these new Signature S20's Thursday, February 25 to replace a pair of Polk Audio RTi A3's which served their purpose. Connected them and played them with my type of music and gad to say that there should be a warning label attached because these speakers are pure DYNAMITE! I was blown away by the pureness of the bass and treble where neither was too overwhelming of the other and the way the music flowed through them. Very pleasing to the ears and they carry enough thump for those who love bass. Well worth at least a listen to if not purchasing but don't count out buying these because they will get your attention in a BIG way. Try a pair and enjoy the ride.
Pros: Excellent quality on the highs More than adequate bass Tonal qualities that blend well with each other More than reasonably priced for a speaker like this.
Cons: Should have had two sets of speaker terminals.
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Great speakers
Crutchfield customer from Lynchburg, VA on 2/17/2021
These are larger than standard size and are deep, so you need to have at least a 15 inch shelf to put them on. Response is linear, with controlled bass, good midrange and treble. Very clear sound. I have not hooked up a subwoofer yet but will be doing so. They definitely need a subwoofer for deep bass and accurate sound of recordings. Very pleased with the sound, with a sub they will be perfect
Pros: Clear sound Good treble and midrange Controlled bass
Cons: May be too large for sum spaces
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Excellent pair of speakers with high quality materials
Guest from Deltona, FL on 2/12/2021
Got my pair of Signature 20 yesterday and I started to play music instantly. My favorite music to listen is Jazz, latin jazz and salsa. Let me tell you that with these speakers you can no go wrong with any kind of music. I tried rock and country and was not disappointed at all. Highly recommend these speakers. They are very clear, deep bass, crispy highs, etc.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Hot Springs, SD on 2/7/2021
Another very underwhelming bookshelf speaker :(
Pros: Great look
Cons: Blaw and muddy sound
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Just great
Justin from Lincoln, NE on 1/29/2021
Other reviews talking about these being huge, are correct. They're almost 14" deep! But, they look so good and they sound butter smooth. I don't think there's a better option in this price point, though I feel sensitivity could be better. Klipsch has a knack for making speakers efficient over 93db where these are 88db. Still, fantastic speakers.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Edwardsville, IL on 1/17/2021
great sound and very crisp
Pros: Very clear and picks up the highs and lows. Like the look of speakers.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Hanna City, IL on 1/10/2021
sound is very crisp; nice base reproduction; size depth could pose a problem for placement on smaller shelves; does not provide as strong of amplified sound projection out into the room with my Yamaha A/V receiver as I was hoping for; visually attractive; rear wire-connection posts easy to access
Pros: quality sound; attractive; easy access to wire posts
Cons: size depth
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loud and clear
Crutchfield customer from Brooklyn Park, MN on 1/1/2021
very happy with these speakers. glad i splurged. loud and clear. i have the S30 center channel, and it sounds great. from what i have read, people are much more happy with the S30 than the S35 center. S10 surround speakers sounding great as well.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Thomas from CHARLESTON, WV on 12/19/2020
I have been a polk fan for 40 years. These speakers sound better than I thought they would. Its hard to believe they are just bookshelve speakers.
Pros: Great sound.
Cons: None
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Saipan, MP on 12/11/2020
Deep size makes deep bass on this bookshelf! Very well balanced. Got them playing on sanus stands and it sounds awesome
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Henderson, TX on 11/12/2020
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Excellent quality and sound, considering their low price
Crutchfield customer from Bellingham, WA on 11/12/2020
Solid build quality, and very good sound considering how inexpensive these speakers are. Sound is clear, instuments are discrete in the sound field, moderately spacious sound field. Plenty of bass for moderate sized rooms. Cabinet finish is hard plastic with wood grain texture, should be very durable, but doesn't at all look like real wood. Moderate drawback to these speakers is that, to my ears, there's a little too much high frequency and highs are just a bit harsh. I solved this by taping a small piece of thin cotton over the tweeters (bought at the dollar store, made to apply makeup, for example). That got rid of the harshness, and provided a more balanced, natural sound.
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Great speakers at a fantastic price!
Crutchfield customer from Fort Lauderdale, FL on 11/8/2020
A phenomenal speaker so good I purchased another pair. I honestly would have paid double the price.
Pros: Sound, price, build quality, price!
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Woodridge, IL on 10/20/2020
Speakers sound great! Replacing my 20 year Polk Audio speakers that are still working. Great Product.
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Everything I would expect from Polk
Crutchfield customer from Palm Harbor, FL on 10/18/2020
Great look, solid speakers and, most important, crisp clear sound. Everything I would expect from Polk
Pros: East to setup Nice finish that looks great and is easy to clean. Rich sound
Cons: A little too big to fit on my shelf. I knew this before I purchased them so just put them on their side.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Quincy, MA on 9/21/2020
Front speakers on a 5.1. Great sound. Big heavy speakers.
Pros: Great sound.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Crawfordville, FL on 9/14/2020
I own a pair of Polk outdoor speaker and have enjoyed them for years. I bought the S20's and love the sound. I would recommend Polk speakers to anyone. Nice clear sound. Great range.
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Better bass than S15
Jeff from LUTHVLE TIMON, MD on 9/2/2020
I originally purchased the Polk S15s for my small office. However, the bass was too thin for my taste so I moved up to the Polk S20s and their larger 6.5 inch driver. My office is small and I am in an apartment so bookshelf speakers are the only option and I am not interested in using a subwoofer. I typically listen to music, mainly classical and rock, at moderate to low volumes. The S20s are working out well so far for speakers in this price range.
Pros: Nice sound for the price.
Cons: Imitation wood covering is not going to wow anyone but expected at this price point.
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Nirvana in Palm Beach Gardens
Gerald from Palm Beach Gardens on 8/7/2020
These speakers are an eye opener. I am with out question an audiophile and these bookshelves??? have turned out to be first rate. I purchased them to be the FL & FR of a 3.1 system in my master bedroom that needs to do double duty for theater and music. Great job Polk, I didn't think you had it in you to produce a speaker that sounds this good, looks fantastic and is relatively cheap..BRAVO!
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Natural sound with every note discernable
Guest from Fairfax Station, VA on 7/6/2020
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Fine Large Speaker
Crutchfield customer from North Augusta, SC on 6/3/2020
Nice sounding speaker. It is pretty deep for placement and rounded edges make it difficult to find wall mounts. And it weighed in a pound heavier then the specs listed.
Pros: Excellent acoustics
Cons: Tough for wall mounting due to weight and size
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Huntsville, AL on 6/1/2020
I recently purchased (from Crutchfield) a Polk Audio HTS12 powered subwoofer (god-like) to add to my Home Theater system along with the S35 (also in a deity class) center channel. I was running a pair of Monitor II 70 towers as my front R/L. I wanted to repurpose those to my vinyl listening room, so I looked into the S series for replacements. Not wanting to go with tower/floor speakers since I had added the 12" sub and it was more than capable, I looked into the smaller sets. I ultimately decided on these and WOW I am impressed. They are larger than they look and make the size under these (S15) look tiny. The S20's would totally take the S15's lunch money. System: Onkyo TX-RZ810 HTS 12 - sub S20's - R/L front S35 - center Rear channels are some legacy Polk's that fit well with my home and would be hard to replace. Unsure of model. Picture notes: ps4 controller is for sizing reference. TV in photo is Samsung 75" QLED Q80 (for reference). Yes, I know I need to do some cable management.
Pros: Sound Bang for buck Solid feeling build Classy looks Magnetic grill, easy on/off Finish isn't real wood but the simulation is well done
Cons: I have yet to see a speaker manufacturer make the binding posts easy to tighten without a socket. Other than that... can't find any problems.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Centre Hall, PA on 5/24/2020
Amazing speakers, loving the depth of sound they provide and can't wait to get the matching sub!
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Excellent surround speakers
Crutchfield customer from El Paso, TX on 5/10/2020
Am using them as surround speakers with the S60 as front speakers. Excellent speakers for the job! Watching Fast and Furious movies and they totally envelope you I the race scenes. Good bass for small speakers. Buy them. You will be glad you did.
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Polk Audio S Series Speakers
Crutchfield customer from Tampa , FL on 5/10/2020
I have S55's, S35 center and am quite happy to finally get these S20's. I am sure the sound harmonics will complement my home. Crutchfield continues its legendary position in the market by providing high quality and a staff of experts. Great stuff!
Pros: American made and great hi-fi products.
Cons: Hard to find mechanisms for speaker placement solutions both via retail or online. Not a lot of options and configurations available for speaker stands that are functional and appealing
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Newport News, VA on 2/16/2020
These speakers sound great!!
Pros: These speakers were under $400 and sound great and fit into the bookshelves nicely!
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Las Vegas
David from Las Vegas on 12/19/2019
Nice speakers, got them as replacement surround speakers. However they are a bit too big to mount where I want them, I connected them and they sounded pretty good. Couldn't get them installed so I decided to use them in my bedroom and use my 10 year old Infinity speakers for the surround. The Polks sounded good but the Infinity's had crisper highs, which is what I was really looking for since I have two subs. Polks are probably a better fit for my bedroom since I need more bass there.
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Great for minimalist stereo system!
Jay from Colorado on 11/30/2019
I have these speakers paired with the Polk Audio HTS 10 subwoofer, and the Denon PMA-600NE Integrated Amplifier. This total system is under $1,000 in cost. I have purchased and tested numerous bookshelf speakers under $500, and I believe these are the best speakers for the price, for a small to medium-sized room. If you want a high-quality stereo system with bluetooth, digital and analog inputs, these speakers with the components above are truly a great investment.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Brockport, NY on 10/30/2019
I have the S 60 S 35 S 20 signature series these speakers are great. Movies tv Music. Anyone looking to move up to quality speakers should buy.
Pros: Top of the line
Cons: None
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Best Bookshelf Speakers for the Price?
Robin from San Francisco on 10/14/2019
I recently decided to replace and upgrade my 35 year old AR bookshelf speakers. After considerable research, I narrowed the candidates down to the ELAC Debut 2.0, the Polk Signature S20 HiRes and the Polk TRi3. I listen blues, jazz, country, bluegrass, old time and roots folk and watch TV; no home theater. My system is a 3.0; the center speaker is a Polk CS10; the receiver is a Yamaha RX-V681; the TT is a 35 year old Technics SL-D30 with a fairly new AT95e cartridge. I used records, CDs and DirecTV to test. My living room is 15x13. Although it is all the reviewer's new darling, I ruled the ELACs out first. They were a slight improvement on my ARs but unremarkable. Virtually all the reviewers, both professional and customer, tagged the Polk TRi3s as bright and they were. They did a really good job in the higher ranges, really clear and no overloading or breaking at the top but were less impressive in the lower ranges. The Polk S20s were the clear winners for music, much more rounded and balanced with just a bigger sound. Those musical passages that needed to pop really did, unlike with the TRi3s. For TV, the TRi3s might have a slight edge, but not enough to matter. I'm a function over form guy but with their cherry wood veneer finish, their curved taper going towards the back and their great looking grill, the TRi3s are far and away the best looking and most stylish of the group. The ELACs and the S20s are not shielded, the TRi3s are. I'm keeping the 20 HiRes speakers.
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great value, if they work
Crutchfield customer from Cupertino, CA on 9/26/2019
I have a pair of Polk Signature S55 floor standing speakers and they sound great for the price. So when I was setting up a smaller room I ordered the S20 s. On one of them the tweeter seemed to only be running at 50%. I don't know if it was the tweeter or the crossover but tried burning them in, swapping them left to right and different sources etc but got no improvement. I called Crutchfield and they were great about promptly sending me out a replacement pair. When I tried the new pair even my 10 year old son said "the woman's voice is stronger on one" as one tweeter was maybe 75%. I ended up keeping one from the first pair and another from the second. Sounds great but a 50% bad on arrival rate is not cool. Does Polk not have any quality control? At least Crutchfield service was excellent.
Pros: great sound for the money and size
Cons: 50% failure rate out of the box
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Would recommend other things
Jimbob from New Haven, CT on 7/14/2019
I use my stereo only for listening to music, so I cannot speak on the S20 performance for movies. The sound is decent. The high end can be harsh and sharp, especially at higher volumes. The bass is ok, but it still leaves more to be desired (ie subwoofer). They also feel a little unbalanced. Sometimes the bass can be boomy and the high end too harsh, while the mids go unnoticed. These speakers are very well constructed and gorgeous, but wow are they big. Compared to other 6.5 inch bookshelf speakers, these things are gigantic. All this is to say that if you are thinking about getting the S20, I would recommend that you buy the S15 instead. The S15s have a more balanced sound, are a much more manageable size, and are a bit cheaper. On paper the S15s might have slightly worse bass response, but I didn't notice any difference between them in that realm.
Pros: Beautiful Decent sound
Cons: unbalanced gigantic
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Dalton, PA on 7/8/2019
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Southborough, MA on 5/22/2019
they have a wonderful sound. I am really enjoying them
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Polk Audio S20 review
Crutchfield customer from Carlsbad, CA on 5/19/2019
I had a set of Bose 301 R/L speakers with Bose vcs 10 center. I replaced the old speakers with Polk Audio S20 and center S35. I was missing so much. The new Polk Audio sound is remarkably better when matched with the HTS 12 sub and Polk Audio RC80i surround speakers. Music listening and movie watching is 100% more enjoyable now.
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Great Surround L & R Speakers
Crutchfield customer from Downers Grove, IL on 5/11/2019
Great surround L & R speakers. Frequency response is impressive for speakers of this size. I would not use these for Front L & R, instead get S55s or S60s for more power and greater clarity by employing bi-amping
Pros: Frequency response Look
Cons: Physical depth is a bit much
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Longwood, FL on 4/10/2019
This is the third set of Polk speakers I have purchased over the last 20 years and each time they get better. I am still using all my Polk speakers on other systems.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
JULIO Silva from Kenmore, WA on 12/16/2018
AMAZING SOUND QUALITY especially when you consider the price for this pair of Good looking and Great Sound Quality. Although I'm using them for surround sound I've tested them on a 2.0 stereo amp and they sound Very good. Good Low and high frequencies.
Pros: Sound quality, cost, sound quality.
Cons: None to the moment
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Polk signature
Carlos from San Diego, CA on 12/6/2018
Buen sonido, buen diseño, fácil de instalar, me gusto el color
Pros: Fácil de instalar, buen tamaño
Cons: Ningúno
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Marcus from Tyrone, GA on 11/2/2018
These speakers are excellent and fit my home theater perfectly
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Polk Signature S20 Bookshelf_ Great sound!!.
Claudio from Fort Lauderdale, FL on 10/2/2018
I got them as main speakers for a small room music system, and I think these speakers could easily use a much bigger room! lol.. I have them hocked up to my Carver Sonic Holographic Receiver HR722. with 125W P/CH (RMS).. T.H.D 0.005, so wanted a clean sound type of speakers, but not floorstanding because those are too big. So I after looking for a wile, reading Specs, and reviews, I ended up getting these Polks S20's. Right out of the box they sounded really, really good, and LOUD!!.. After a month now of listening different kinds of music with these speakers, I can easily say that_ I don't think I'll ever want any other speakers brands again!. These speakers can cover a good frequency range, with a very clean sound (if the sound source is good) and louder than I expected!.. Also the price is unbelievable. Thank you so much Crutchfield for your fast delivery, and thank you Polk for keeping a reasonable price and yet delivering a magnificent product like this S20 Bookshelfs!. Next, I'm planning to go for the Polk High performance RTiA9 towers for my living room!!. ;-)
Pros: Everything!..
Cons: Non_
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Quality at a good price
Crutchfield customer from Bryan, TX on 9/17/2018
Great sounding speakers, ordered from scratch and dent and they were just like new at a lower price
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great little speaker
jim from Louisville, KY on 9/16/2018
very good little speaker. I haven't bought any speakers in 20 years,I have always heard good things about Polk, but have never heard them. These are a perfect size for me.I a/b them with my vintage Advent 2 ways. the Polks require a bit more power, but have really crisp highs. I tried playing both at once and loved it so much I kept it that way
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Value meets quality!
Trevor from Wyckoff, NJ on 8/24/2018
Hi guys. I am powering these with an 80W RMS Onkyo. Nothing special, and I am achieving some audiophile level quality tone from these budget "surrounds or bookshelf's" used as front speakers. Google the S20 and you will see a lot of people prefer these S20's in the signature series over some of the tower units. They just hit that magic sweet spot with the resonance of the cabinet, drivers, and crossover all working in unison.. The power-port does look a little cheesy, but I do believe it keeps the sound tight in conjunction with the stiffer mica-poly driver. Very clean sounding speakers. Have I heard speakers with better definition? Of course, but these are darn good for their size and especially for the money!! Not too many bookshelf's are going to have such a complete, linear, and full detailed sound as these. I recommend them for an office, or small family room without hesitation.
Pros: Good definition, great build quality, handsome (my opinion), good crossovers, no breakup or distortion. Lots of mature sound here from a "cheap" pair of speakers. Pretty amazing bass from a 6.5 speaker in a "small" cabinet.
Cons: Highs are slightly under-defined. Have to dial in a tad more treble, but nothing crazy. Honestly, I was worried that these high-resolution Terylene tweeters, would be in your face, but they are pretty laid back. Not really a con, but needed to mention. LOL
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Newtown, CT on 6/6/2018
After much research, I bought these Polk S20s from Crutchfield three months ago to replace a pair of wonderful Advent speakers that were 33 years old and were disintegrating. Never thought I would find an acceptable replacement for them. But these speakers come pretty close. They deliver superb sound and have surpassed all my expectations. I was so impressed that I bought the S10s for my rear surround, Polk PSW10 Subwoofer, and the Polk Blackstone TL3 for the center channel, replacing a 10 year old Bose. I couldn' be happier.
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Overkill Fidelity at a Bargain Price
Rob from Lee, MA on 4/8/2018
I bought these as surround speakers in an all American HiFi Series 5.1 surround system and could not be happier. Not difficult to imagine another set of these to use as "Zone 2" mains.
Pros: Hi Fi, Low Price
Cons: Almost too big and curvy for clamp mounting.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Guest from California on 2/7/2018
First off, I gave them only 4 stars because of the price. ELAC B6 Debut speakers (also sold here) are superior in every way. If you can audition these to other speakers in the $300 range then you should do it. These are a fine speaker, but, not good for the price. ~ peace
Pros: New Design tech.
Cons: Too Expensive!
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Signature S20
Tom from Bayonne, NJ on 2/7/2018
Great sound, am using them for rear surrounds, and they will be sitting on top of a pair of modified audio/video racks that flank my sofa, putting them at ear level. I have the Signature S35 for my center, and the Signature S60's for my fronts. A bit too big to mounted high up on a wall for surrounds, the S15 or S10 would be a better choice.
Pros: Sound and build quality are excellent.
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Chicago, IL on 1/17/2018
I got these speakers to replace our >10 year old Infinity speakers that were smaller and probably lower in the quality lineup. This is in a traditional two-speaker stereo system. The new speakers definitely have richer bass, and at times striking stereo imaging. But I was also struck by a noticeable boxy sound in the mid bass, eg piano passages 1-2 octaves below middle C.
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Love'em
Brian from CA on 1/2/2018
Was replacing Sony surround sound speakers that came in a combo set with a receiver. I wanted to change from 5.1 surround to 3.1 and have a better 2 ch for music. I used the S20 as a front L&R. Also wanted a bookshelf speaker with a 6.5" woofer to give a full sound. These did not disappoint! As far as music I can't even compare these to the small Sony speakers they replaced. They have a clean rich sound and very full range. I'm also surprised how much bass these provide. For pop, rap and r&b I turn on my sub for some help. When I crank up the volume my sub can't keep up with the S20's so now it's time to upgrade that!
Pros: Can be placed close to wall
Cons: None
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Houston, TX on 12/22/2017
Greatly improved the surround sound in my den. Television, movies and music all sound better.
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FANTASTIC S20'S
Crutchfield customer from Huntersville, NC on 12/10/2017
Polk really stepped it up with the new components in the S20 speaker design. I own different speakers that I've acquired over the years and the one thing I can say is Polk always stays consistent, meaning they just get better and sound great at a reasonable price. I don't know anybody that is spending $5,000 on up for speakers but there is one thing I did learn from an old wirehead friend of mine is that you don't have to spend a ton of money to get great sound and that always stood true with Polk. You will be very impressed with the S20's, don't be shy, step up and grab a pair because I know you won't be second guessing yourself, all you'll be doing is putting on your favorite tunes turning up the volume and getting lost in the great sound.
Pros: BEAUTIFUL NEW SOUND
Cons: NONE
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Polk Audio Signature S20
Crutchfield customer from Palatine, IL on 8/27/2017
They're good for this price point. I didn't need to spend more as I just needed audio for my workouts & these fit the bill perfectly.
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Big, Rich Sound in a Small Footprint Speaker
David from Davis, CA on 8/25/2017
These put out such a big, rich sound for such small speakers. I was intending to use them just to play vinyl and cds, but when I gave them a listen, I immediately hooked them up to the TV, too. So much better than the oild (but pretty darn good, until now) sound bar. I would absolutely buy Polk Audio again.
Pros: Quality of build, ease of hook-up, great sound, small box
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Great upgrade for my surround system!
Robert from Richmond, VA on 8/1/2017
I had recently bought a pair of Polk S60's, and was so impressed with the sound, that I bought these for the front of my surround system in a different room. Just like the bigger floor standing models in the Signature Series, these sound great and can hit hard. I probably could have done well with a smaller model like the S15, but I wanted the identical driver that is in my bigger speakers. Just be aware that these are HUGE for shelf speakers, so pay attention to the measurements.
Pros: Solid construction and excellent sound.
Cons: Because it's built so well, it's heavy! Also bigger than they look in the picture, so pay attention to the dimensions before ordering.
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Great sound, but way too big
Jason from Elizabeth, CO on 7/16/2017
Great sound out of these speakers. I'm using them as the rear surrounds in a 7.1 home theater. I wish I'd paid more attention to the dimensions before I bought them for this purpose; they're huge! I have them on wall-mounted brackets and they are simply enormous sticking out from the wall. Also, the cabinets are rounded at the corners, so the mounts can't really clamp onto them. I wrapped a black sleeping bag strap around them to keep them in place on the mounts. I'm very satisfied with the sound, but I should have gone with something smaller. Considering their size, these really shouldn't be considered an option for surrounds, which is the only reason not to give them 5 stars.
Pros: Good fidelity and bass response
Cons: Way too big to be surrounds
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Sweet Sounding!
Brian from Okemos, MI on 6/5/2017
I picked these speakers online to accommodate a new higher end CD player I had just purchased which sounded too harsh with my current speakers that had metal tweeters. I picked the Polk S20 speakers because: 1) they did not have metal tweeters; 2) a strong bass frequency response of 39 hz; 3) the price was unbelievable at $299 for the pair. These speakers are thoroughly enjoyable; detailed and clear; can pound the bass; no harshness or listening fatigue with the new higher end CD player. I have paid three times this amount for highly rated speakers that were fine in their own right but I love the sound of these S20 Polks! RECOMMENDED!
Pros: More musical and enjoyable that some speakers costing much more. Clear, concise, can bang out rock and still finesse detailed music at lower volumes. VALUE - PRICE!
Cons: Funky plastic covers on back covering bass porting. I can live with it!
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great value
Bill from Beverly, MA on 5/19/2017
These replaced a 35 yr old pair of pretty good ADS bookshelf size speakers as front units in a 5.1 home theater which I also use for music, specially vinyl. 125 watt Denon 1713 amp, boston acoustics front, Mirage sub. I've recently upgraded the turntable, better cartridge (Ortofon blue) a phono preamp (music hall 2.1), and the system sounds great. These speakers fit my space and really kicked it up a notch. With a 6.5 inch woofer these are a great value in a large bookshelf size. They were suggested by my Crutchfield advisor who was right on with his advice, and steered me away from some more expensive speakers after going over my system and requirements.
Pros: great sound for the money
Cons: none
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Great speakers for their size and price
gary from Reno, NV on 1/17/2017
So far I'm enjoying these speakers. They replaced some very old Boston THX book shelf speaker as the cones had gone bad after 20 + years. The sound is great for the size of room we have and works well with our ceiling surround speakers. Good base but not over the top. Could not ask for more for the money.
Pros: Compance, great sound good base but not to much. Just right for our area.
Cons: non that I can think of
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Big improvement. Love Polk.
Crutchfield customer from Great Cacapon, WV on 12/20/2016
We have limited space so I put these in a cabinet rather than out on a shelf. Wasn't quite sure how they would sound. These fit nicely (about 2 inches of space all around) and the sound is great. Nice highs and lows for both streaming videos and streaming music through Roku. We were missing a lot of bass previously. These provide much more bass than we had before (the system was 5 small speakers with a powered sub-woofer). Receiver is an Onkyo (also from Crutchfield).
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