A Guide to Bipolar, Dipolar, & Direct-Radiating Monopole Surround Speakers (PART I)

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Originally Posted by forsberg21

For $110, I will say it is worth it. You should notice improved sonic performance eminating around you with these hybrid bipoles/dipoles. The sound would be sent out with a wider range, thus creating a larger soundfield that should further immerse you into the audio significantly. The improvement should be noticed almost right away, and for $110, I believe it is worth the investment.

Would directionality be as good as the direct Polk's though? The way I understand it dipole/bipole are better for ambience and atmosphere, but aren't as good as direct radiating speakers for directional sound effects. The Polk's create a good wall of sound from the recliners and the couch also, while also still being directional. I think a lot of it has to do with the placement of the Polk's, which I think are about as perfect as I could get for the room. I may order the TSS since they have a 30-day in home trial period. Thanks for the info.