Polk Audio RC6s

I'm trying to find a pre-construction bracket to fit the RC6s since the PB60 is discontinued. What size opening in a bracket would i need for these speakers?

This is a stereo speaker with stereo inputs. One of the negative and one of the positive posts are for the left amp channel while the other two are for the right amp channel

[ JASON May 14, 2023 ] Staff

[ scott May 11, 2023 ]

Hi I see that the pre construction mounting brackets for the RC6s are no longer available. Which other brackets are size compatible for these?

The bracket would need to have an opening large enough to accommodate the 7-5/8" cut out diameter requirement of the speaker.

[ ZACHARY May 12, 2023 ] Staff

[ Scott Apr 18, 2023 ]

How well does this voice-match with a pair of MC60's in a nearby area?

That is correct Scott, we can sadly no longer source the pre-construction brackets for these Polk RC6s's. We also currently do not have any bracket that is specifically a fit for these speakers. These can be mounted directly without the bracket and still sound and perform great. We do have the Dynabox in the link below, but it is more of a treatment box for sound quality and sound bleed to other rooms rather than a bracket. It can still be mounted ahead of time to locate speakers easily for drywall or other finishing work before installing the speakers. I hope this helps! https://www.crutchfield.com/p_15450306/Dynamat-DynaBox.html

[ Bo Apr 18, 2023 ] Staff

[ Greg Sep 07, 2022 ]

I moved into a home with three of these RC6s speakers in three separate large rooms. I'd like to move one RC6s to another room and use them as Left and Right channels. Do I just wire a single strereo speaker in parallel to convert this stereo speaker into a single channel speaker? I have it hooked up to a Sonos Amp. Thanks!

Greetings Greg, and thank you for your question. The MCs and the RCs are sonically different. On paper the specs look very similar, if not exact, but the crossover is different. The MCs offer a richer, more detailed sound. You dont have many options for a stereo input speaker, but your closest match would be the RC6S

[ THOMAS Sep 07, 2022 ] Staff

[ gobears81 Mar 31, 2022 ]

Is this the largest woofer (6.5) that comes in this stereo input model?

Well, you can - each L/R side has it's own wire posts - but you'd be short changing yourself. This isn't really a 6" speakers, it's two small 3" tweeter cones that share a common base cone. It's specifically designed for stereo imaging in a small space. (As such, it is fantastic.) It's weird that they were put into a large room, but be that as it may, you'd be better off just getting the individual 6" Polks if you want to separate the stereo effect across a large room with two independent L/R channels. If you do this with two RC6s it just won't sound as nice.

[ ROBERT Mar 31, 2022 ]

That's a bit more technical than I have the information or experience to answer. Mine is wired to a Sonos Connect using both channels. Sorry I don't have a better answer for you.

[ Scott Mar 31, 2022 ]

[ Gregory Aug 13, 2021 ]

I am installing these speakers throughout our new home. The goal is to install a bracket, before installing the drywall, so the drywaller installers will pre-cut the holes for the speakers. I want to use a bracket mount between the ceiling joists. Do you have a recommendation for the RC6s and RC80i? Thanks!

This is the biggest woofer size offered by Polk right now. We usually offer bigger sizes like 8" from other brands. I recommend contacting an advisor by calling 1-800-324-9695 to check current options

[ JASON Aug 17, 2021 ] Staff

[ TIM Apr 09, 2021 ]

We carry preconstruction brackets that work like you seek for the RC80i (found on their accessories tab). At this time, we do not carry any made specifically for the RC6s but might have one from another manufacturer that can work and recommend contacting an advisor by calling 1-800-324-9695 to check

[ JASON May 08, 2021 ] Staff

Aimable?

[ RUBERT Nov 27, 2020 ]

When wiring all 4 terminals, do I need 4 conductor wire? Iâ??m planning on using a receiver and running wires to these RC6s in ceiling speakers. What is best practice?

I'm pretty sure the speaker has two tweeters one for the left and one for the right they are both permanently sticking out on angles but cannot be further moved Enter an answer to this question.

[ ANDREW Dec 04, 2020 ]

[ Chad Apr 12, 2020 ]

What is the model number for the 8" they mention in the video?

Yes, you need 4 conductor wire.

[ Michael Apr 13, 2020 ]

I just ran a pair (2) of standard 2 conductor speaker cables. I was also installing 5 more pairs of speakers and I didn't want to buy different kinds of cable.

[ bradley Apr 12, 2020 ]

If you are running just 2 speaker pairs I would run 2 wires with 2 pair each. If you are going to install several speaker pairs in a multi room music setup then you would run 4 pair to your volume control and then a 2 pair wire to each speaker.

[ Arthur Apr 12, 2020 ]

[ Kenneth Jan 03, 2020 ]

Can the Polk Audio R6Cs be mounted in the wall as well?

There is a RC80i in-ceiling model: www.crutchfield.com/p_107RC80I/item.html And a RC85i in-wall model: www.crutchfield.com/p_107RC85I/item.html

[ JASON Jan 15, 2020 ] Staff

[ WILLIAM Oct 28, 2019 ]

Can I use just 1 port? Do I have to use all 4 ports? Or can I just jump the wires across each other?

I see no reason why they couldn't be mounted in a wall. The speakers have four swing out mounting clips that secure the speaker in place, so it should stay in place even in a wall mounting application.

[ RICHARD Oct 28, 2019 ]

Yep, that will work fine.

[ STEVEN Oct 28, 2019 ]

[ Eddie Sep 22, 2019 ]

5 answers

I used all 4 ports just to be safe. Excellent sound quality

[ MICHAEL Sep 23, 2019 ]

The speaker is a stereo input speaker, it has the inputs for your left and right speaker connections. I see no reason as to just using the left or right only, it should work like a standard speaker, but I haven't tried this. I am using it as intended.

[ RICHARD Sep 23, 2019 ]

I don't understand what ports is, but I think you mean terminal. This speaker is special because it has both right channel and left channel, so that means if you only connect one terminal or port, you're only going to get left channel right and with music you need both channels to have stereo. As far as jumping the wires from one to another, yes you can but that all depends on what amp you're planning to use and your set up. Good luck friend

[ NAVID Sep 22, 2019 ]

You will want to use all 4. this is a left and right speaker in one.

[ MIKE Sep 22, 2019 ]

I believed it is designed to use both ports (a two channel speaker operating as one). Great speaker, I have it in my bathroom powered by a Sonos Amp.

[ RYAN Sep 22, 2019 ]

Do they sale a back box for these speakers?

[ Brandon Jun 17, 2019 ]

I'm about to have two of these in an open concept kitchen/dining area. A Russound P75 will power them, controlled by a Sonos Connect. I have 4-conductor wire in the ceiling, and waiting for drywall until hooking up. How do I wire them so they're "daisy chained" - same thing as parallel? Do I just wire the 4-conductor wires to all four terminals on the first, then run the same wires to the same terminals on the second speaker? I would like them both to be playing in stereo, no mono. Thanks for helping a novice.

Not that I know of

[ MICHAEL Jun 27, 2019 ]

[ Drew Jan 28, 2019 ]

What is the best method to determine placement in room, and how large of an area does each speaker cover?

To be honest I have no idea. We used an electrician to install all our speakers. Sorry to not be much help. We do like the quality of these speakers

[ Nancy Jan 30, 2019 ]

Yes, wire them in parallel making sure not to cross any wires. I did this and it has worked well.

[ Donald Jan 30, 2019 ]

[ dean Dec 23, 2018 ]

Anyone know of an appropriate enclosure to use for these? The Monoprice 6.5" ABS Back Enclosure does not fit one these, I tried.

I used this speaker within a 25sf enclosed shower, which was then filled with sound. This speaker supplements a similar two channel speaker in the main bath area which is plenty for the 15'x15' area, except the enclosed shower. Note that the speaker is used to reflect sound from its dry location into the shower, it is not directly exposed to high humidity.

[ Donald Dec 23, 2018 ]

[ Constantine Aug 05, 2018 ]

Will these Polk Audio RC6 speakers be Apple AirPlay 2 compatible?

I simply cut the recommended hole size in the ceiling and it fit perfectly. The enclosure is the wall or ceiling.

[ joanne Aug 08, 2018 ]

[ Todd Jun 30, 2017 ]

Will these take 12 gauge speaker wire?

As long as you have an Apple AirPlay 2 compatible device powering the speaker then yea. A list of devices can be found on the web I know Sonos is not compatible now. The speakers do not receive signal without an amp. I have mine hooked up to a receiver in one room and a Sonos amp throughout the rest of my house.

[ MATTHEW Jun 30, 2017 ]

Don't know for sure, but as these are a direct wire attachment to the amplifier I doubt it.

[ JOHN A Jun 30, 2017 ]

[ Scott May 29, 2016 ]

A lot of people are giving these speakers 5 stars, what are you guys powering these with (how many watts to each speaker)?

Yes. They can handle 12 gauge wire.

[ Phil May 30, 2016 ]

Sure, I used 12 gauge with mine.

[ Nathan May 30, 2016 ]

Not a raw 12 ga. wire, but if you use a external speaker wire pin connector you can.

[ Mark G. May 30, 2016 ]

[ SETH Mar 29, 2016 ]

4 answers

I am running just one of these in a secondary bathroom using a Athem receiver which is rated 90 watts per channel. I am also running under audio zone 2 and this speaker sounds great as stand alone speaker.

[ Mark G. Mar 31, 2016 ]

I'm using a Class T mini amplifier, 25w per channel, and it's more than sufficient. (Topping TP20-MK2)

[ Nathan Mar 31, 2016 ]

I'm running 3 pairs, pushing 70W per channel. These are from a Marantz NR-1605 receiver. All sound crisp and clear. They can tolerate more than my ears can

[ Kevin Mar 30, 2016 ]

I'm using an old yamaha (sorry away from home and can't give you the model #) receiver is 50 watts per channel. I really like these speakers. Easy install and sound really good.

[ MARK Mar 30, 2016 ]

I have 5 pairs of these speakers installed in each room in my house. They are wired up separately to impedance matched volume controls in each room. Can I wire just one set of these speakers (speaker wire only) to Zone 2 on my AV receiver? Without wiring up the volume controls, will that have a negative affect on my receiver?

[ Mark Mar 16, 2016 ]

Can these be used in a steam shower?

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[ KRISTINA Mar 18, 2016 ] Staff

[ zombywoof Jan 12, 2016 ]

I already have remote front speakers for my 5.1 surround sound can I replace them with these speakers?

I have used these speakers in showers for over 12years, many jobs, not once did we have any issues, The most that happens is after a few years of use the grill gets a little rusty which can be painted. Good luck

[ NAVID Sep 22, 2019 ]

I would not. I would find a "marine" speaker that boaters would use.

[ Michael Jan 13, 2016 ]

[ NELSON Apr 08, 2015 ]

I already have wiring in ceiling so hooking up two sets of outputs to a single speaker is not possible. Would using these as rear and side speakers for 7.1 configuration be a good use of them since not using one of the channels?

Yes, I used them in my family room and they sound great with my Denon 5.1. As you might know, with the speakers mounted in the ceiling you don't need to have the sound up quite as loud in order to easily hear your program or music. I think they make the whole experience a great one!

[ TOMMY L Apr 09, 2015 ]

You could but this speaker is like having 2 it takes up four ports on your receiver 2 red 2 black ,which i did not know when i purchase luckily my receiver could accommodate 12 speakers hope this helps

[ DARRIN Apr 09, 2015 ]

[ Michael Mar 01, 2015 ]

Can both voice coils be wired to one channel (left or right) to provide increased dispersion? Would this changed the speaker impedance?

Yes Michael. These would work just fine. If these are the speakers you have for your system. They sound great and will be able to give you the channel of audio you are feeding it.

[ TRACI Mar 02, 2015 ]

I used them in the ceiling of my family room and they sound great!

[ TOMMY L Mar 02, 2015 ]

[ Steve Dec 26, 2014 ]

would a pair of these speakers be good to use for Dolby Atmos?

This is one woofer and two tweeters And the tweeters are separately coiled for right and left. So to answer your question the woofer is a no but the sounds that comes out of the Twetter yes it would be OK to do it

[ NAVID Sep 22, 2019 ]

This a single speaker with both channels so I don't believe it can be a true left or right You can put the speaker for each channel using 2 speaker I use it in a restroom for the tv in the morning or background music But don't please call crutchfield and ask them ! They are great

[ KATHY Dec 27, 2014 ]

yes it will

[ RONALD Dec 26, 2014 ]

[ matt Oct 31, 2014 ]