Polk monitor series questions - Blu-ray Forum

BLindsay · 11-20-2008, 04:13 AM

So i got the new TV (Sam ln40a550) computer upgrades are on the way (my blu ray drive is in the computer) and now its time for some speakers/reciever. The reciever im gonna go with is the Onkyo 606, but i want to get the polk monitor speakers but i wasnt sure which

Newegg has the following
Monitor 50's $110 each
Monitor 60's $140 each
Monitor 70's $200 each

So which of those 3 do you think are the best deal, knowing that my room isnt that big (12x15') and that they are gonna be hooked to the Onkyo 606. The 60's seem to be the best deal?

Rears are gonna be the Monitor 40's ($143 from amazon) unless you guys think those are bad

Center - Monitor CS2 $130 from amazon

Sub - None other then the eD A2-300

speaking of the A2-300, in this picture http://www.edesignaudio.com/gallery/606_large.jpg which is the matte finish and which is the odye finish, i like the one on the left better

total package puts me at about $1100ish (with the 606) which seems decent, i dont really want to go that much higher then that if at all, the room is fairly small, its my bedroom which is approx. 12x15' so that setup should be enough for a room that size eh?

doctorsteve · 11-20-2008, 05:07 AM

I may be wrong, but monitor 50's are the tower version of the monitor 40's. Since you can get the 50's cheaper - and would not have to buy stands... it only makes sense to buy 50's. I love mine... If you're getting the a2-300, I don't see the need for the cs2 over the cs1. cs2 goes 5Hz lower, but with a sub like the a2, I think a cs1 should be just fine for the center (again, been happy with my cs1 and I've yet to even GET a sub)

Doc

PS, yes, it'll suit your room size... or even bigger... just fine.

spcamaj · 11-20-2008, 05:18 AM

i have monitor 60s and 40s they are very good i also have a cs2

BLindsay · 11-20-2008, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by doctorsteve

I may be wrong, but monitor 50's are the tower version of the monitor 40's. Since you can get the 50's cheaper - and would not have to buy stands... it only makes sense to buy 50's. I love mine... If you're getting the a2-300, I don't see the need for the cs2 over the cs1. cs2 goes 5Hz lower, but with a sub like the a2, I think a cs1 should be just fine for the center (again, been happy with my cs1 and I've yet to even GET a sub)

Doc

PS, yes, it'll suit your room size... or even bigger... just fine.

the monitor 40's were 143 for the pair, were the monitor 50's were 110 each, also i have some really nice speaker stands already.

aramis109 · 11-20-2008, 01:36 PM

Monitor 40's for sure for you then. They're good speakers and will more than do the job as surrounds.

I would suggest looking at the ebay stores as well- combine that with live.com's still-running 25% cashback and you can find some real steals. Also, I would check any Circuit Citys in your area as they have the CS2 for under $90 on clearance.

You'll be very happy with that setup. I have a much weaker sub than the eD and I feel I have plenty of bass response with the 60's, 40's, and CS2.

If you get the 50's, get the CS1. If you get the 60's or 70's, I'd recommend the CS2 since they have the same size drivers. It's a worthwhile upgrade in my opinion.

jappler · 11-20-2008, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by aramis109

I would suggest looking at the ebay stores as well- combine that with live.com's still-running 25% cashback and you can find some real steals.

I've never quite figured out how this live.com thing works... anyone care to give me a quick tutorial?

aramis109 · 11-20-2008, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by jappler

I've never quite figured out how this live.com thing works... anyone care to give me a quick tutorial?

Go to live.com and type in "Polk Monitor 50" or whatever. It'll bring up a list of links. One of them should be an ebay link with a 25% banner next to it. Click it.

In order to qualify, you must:
1. Purchase the item within the next hour. Otherwise you have to do a new search.

2. Do only "Buy it Now" option (possibly with Paypal- not sure on that).

3. Once you do, check your ebay messages. There should be a link to live.com. You'll need to sign up (free) and after a couple days you should see your cashback amount. Then you have to wait 60 days and they refund it back to your paypal.

blushiz · 11-20-2008, 06:28 PM

The 40s have a deeper sound to them, so no... they're not the same as 50s. The 40s have more depth which allows for a more natural sound, like the CS2 compared to the CS1. They also match the sound of the 70s tune for tune. I could play a song on stereo mode and it would sound exactly the same, hard to tell where the sound is coming from.

Get monitors to match your set, that's most important.

aramis109 · 11-20-2008, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by blushiz

The 40s have a deeper sound to them, so no... they're not the same as 50s. The 40s have more depth which allows for a more natural sound, like the CS2 compared to the CS1. They also match the sound of the 70s tune for tune. I could play a song on stereo mode and it would sound exactly the same, hard to tell where the sound is coming from.

Get monitors to match your set, that's most important.

"More depth" ... are you talking about the dimensions? That may be the case but the towers have the entire cabinet to work with. They're both ported. I'd be surprised if the didn't sound near to exactly the same. They're using the same drivers I believe.

I will admit I have not listened to the CS1 and didn't listen to the 50's extensively.

JasonR · 11-20-2008, 07:32 PM

Yeah, I have no idea how the 40s would sound deeper. That doesn't really make sense. I am not really sure how an increase in midrange driver size can make things sound more natural either? The CS1 and the CS2, and the Monitor 50s and 40s sound very similar if you ask me...

J.Cornelius · 11-20-2008, 07:44 PM

Bro, go to the Polk audio home page and look for the tab "where to buy". Go to their EBAY direct store, most items are refurbished but come with a warranty. I think you will like the prices.

blushiz · 11-20-2008, 10:42 PM

It's hard to explain. I guess better acoustics because of the size in depth? more room for the air to flow? Who knows.

I know this though. The CS1 and CS2 sound almost similar. The difference I noticed wasn't in the sound quality, but it was that the sounds sounded more 'natural'. The CS1 sounded like all the sound was out there coming from the speaker. The CS2 sounded like the sound was just 'there' and not coming from that speaker. Better sound stage maybe because of the speaker's bulk? I difinitely know that the 40 is a lot deeper (and maybe slightly thicker) than the 50. If you look on Polk's homepage, they also recommend pairing the 60s and 70s with the CS2 and 40s. I can understand why. However, that could just be the naturalist in me talking.

Midnightsailor · 11-20-2008, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by blushiz

It's hard to explain. I guess better acoustics because of the size in depth? more room for the air to flow? Who knows.

I know this though. The CS1 and CS2 sound almost similar. The difference I noticed wasn't in the sound quality, but it was that the sounds sounded more 'natural'. The CS1 sounded like all the sound was out there coming from the speaker. The CS2 sounded like the sound was just 'there' and not coming from that speaker. Better sound stage maybe because of the speaker's bulk? I difinitely know that the 40 is a lot deeper (and maybe slightly thicker) than the 50. If you look on Polk's homepage, they also recommend pairing the 60s and 70s with the CS2 and 40s. I can understand why. However, that could just be the naturalist in me talking.

I plan to get a setup similar to this.

aramis109 · 11-21-2008, 12:31 AM

I'm not disagreeing- that's my setup and it sounds great. I'm just wondering if there's a true difference between them to that extent.

BLindsay · 11-21-2008, 02:57 AM

Ok so ill do this then

Reciever - Onkyo 606

Fronts - Monitor 60's

Center - CS2

Rears - Monitor 40's

Sub - A2-300

Driver_King · 11-21-2008, 03:00 AM

Sounds good.

Midnightsailor · 11-21-2008, 03:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Driver_King

Sounds good.

+1

BLindsay · 11-21-2008, 03:27 AM

Yeah originally i wanted something bigger but after thinking A: i dont have a big room and B: i dont have as much extra money as id like to think i have lol.

thanks for the input all

blushiz · 11-21-2008, 09:09 AM

Nice setup! I've had the pleasure of listening to all the Polk monitors (except 60s) and they're really great speakers. Nice warm sound. You'll be happy with those.

aramis109 · 11-21-2008, 02:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BLindsay

Ok so ill do this then

Reciever - Onkyo 606

Fronts - Monitor 60's

Center - CS2

Rears - Monitor 40's

Sub - A2-300

Buy me one of those subs too?

11-20-2008, 04:13 AM	#1
BLindsay Power Member Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:MA Home Theater Gallery:59 4K collection:9 Blu-ray collection:25 Trading Score:12	Polk monitor series questions So i got the new TV (Sam ln40a550) computer upgrades are on the way (my blu ray drive is in the computer) and now its time for some speakers/reciever. The reciever im gonna go with is the Onkyo 606, but i want to get the polk monitor speakers but i wasnt sure which Newegg has the following Monitor 50's $110 each Monitor 60's $140 each Monitor 70's $200 each So which of those 3 do you think are the best deal, knowing that my room isnt that big (12x15') and that they are gonna be hooked to the Onkyo 606. The 60's seem to be the best deal? Rears are gonna be the Monitor 40's ($143 from amazon) unless you guys think those are bad Center - Monitor CS2 $130 from amazon Sub - None other then the eD A2-300 speaking of the A2-300, in this picture http://www.edesignaudio.com/gallery/606_large.jpg which is the matte finish and which is the odye finish, i like the one on the left better total package puts me at about $1100ish (with the 606) which seems decent, i dont really want to go that much higher then that if at all, the room is fairly small, its my bedroom which is approx. 12x15' so that setup should be enough for a room that size eh? Last edited by BLindsay; 11-20-2008 at 04:17 AM.

11-20-2008, 05:07 AM	#2
doctorsteve Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Apr 2007 Location:Tonawanda, NY Home Theater Gallery:15 Blu-ray collection:188 Blu-ray reviews:16	I may be wrong, but monitor 50's are the tower version of the monitor 40's. Since you can get the 50's cheaper - and would not have to buy stands... it only makes sense to buy 50's. I love mine... If you're getting the a2-300, I don't see the need for the cs2 over the cs1. cs2 goes 5Hz lower, but with a sub like the a2, I think a cs1 should be just fine for the center (again, been happy with my cs1 and I've yet to even GET a sub) Doc PS, yes, it'll suit your room size... or even bigger... just fine. Last edited by doctorsteve; 11-20-2008 at 05:12 AM.

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11-20-2008, 05:18 AM	#3
spcamaj Senior Member Member since:Oct 2008 Location:new york city Home Theater Gallery:31 Blu-ray collection:327 Blu-ray reviews:20	i have monitor 60s and 40s they are very good i also have a cs2

11-20-2008, 01:36 PM	#5
aramis109 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Milwaukee, WI Home Theater Gallery:10 4K collection:4 Blu-ray collection:360 Trading Score:18	Monitor 40's for sure for you then. They're good speakers and will more than do the job as surrounds. I would suggest looking at the ebay stores as well- combine that with live.com's still-running 25% cashback and you can find some real steals. Also, I would check any Circuit Citys in your area as they have the CS2 for under $90 on clearance. You'll be very happy with that setup. I have a much weaker sub than the eD and I feel I have plenty of bass response with the 60's, 40's, and CS2. If you get the 50's, get the CS1. If you get the 60's or 70's, I'd recommend the CS2 since they have the same size drivers. It's a worthwhile upgrade in my opinion.

11-20-2008, 06:28 PM	#8
blushiz Active Member Member since:Mar 2007 Home Theater Gallery:12 Blu-ray collection:60 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:1	The 40s have a deeper sound to them, so no... they're not the same as 50s. The 40s have more depth which allows for a more natural sound, like the CS2 compared to the CS1. They also match the sound of the 70s tune for tune. I could play a song on stereo mode and it would sound exactly the same, hard to tell where the sound is coming from. Get monitors to match your set, that's most important.

11-20-2008, 07:32 PM	#10
JasonR Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Trading Score:12	Yeah, I have no idea how the 40s would sound deeper. That doesn't really make sense. I am not really sure how an increase in midrange driver size can make things sound more natural either? The CS1 and the CS2, and the Monitor 50s and 40s sound very similar if you ask me...

11-20-2008, 07:44 PM	#11
J.Cornelius Active Member Member since:Jun 2008	Bro, go to the Polk audio home page and look for the tab "where to buy". Go to their EBAY direct store, most items are refurbished but come with a warranty. I think you will like the prices.

11-20-2008, 10:42 PM	#12
blushiz Active Member Member since:Mar 2007 Home Theater Gallery:12 Blu-ray collection:60 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:1	It's hard to explain. I guess better acoustics because of the size in depth? more room for the air to flow? Who knows. I know this though. The CS1 and CS2 sound almost similar. The difference I noticed wasn't in the sound quality, but it was that the sounds sounded more 'natural'. The CS1 sounded like all the sound was out there coming from the speaker. The CS2 sounded like the sound was just 'there' and not coming from that speaker. Better sound stage maybe because of the speaker's bulk? I difinitely know that the 40 is a lot deeper (and maybe slightly thicker) than the 50. If you look on Polk's homepage, they also recommend pairing the 60s and 70s with the CS2 and 40s. I can understand why. However, that could just be the naturalist in me talking.

11-21-2008, 12:31 AM	#14
aramis109 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Milwaukee, WI Home Theater Gallery:10 4K collection:4 Blu-ray collection:360 Trading Score:18	I'm not disagreeing- that's my setup and it sounds great. I'm just wondering if there's a true difference between them to that extent.

11-21-2008, 02:57 AM	#15
BLindsay Power Member Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:MA Home Theater Gallery:59 4K collection:9 Blu-ray collection:25 Trading Score:12	Ok so ill do this then Reciever - Onkyo 606 Fronts - Monitor 60's Center - CS2 Rears - Monitor 40's Sub - A2-300

11-21-2008, 03:00 AM	#16
Driver_King Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Tampa Bay, Florida Home Theater Gallery:96 Blu-ray collection:28 Trading Score:10	Sounds good.

11-21-2008, 03:27 AM	#18
BLindsay Power Member Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:MA Home Theater Gallery:59 4K collection:9 Blu-ray collection:25 Trading Score:12	Yeah originally i wanted something bigger but after thinking A: i dont have a big room and B: i dont have as much extra money as id like to think i have lol. thanks for the input all

11-21-2008, 09:09 AM	#19
blushiz Active Member Member since:Mar 2007 Home Theater Gallery:12 Blu-ray collection:60 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:1	Nice setup! I've had the pleasure of listening to all the Polk monitors (except 60s) and they're really great speakers. Nice warm sound. You'll be happy with those.

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