Polk Monitor 60's vs. Polk T90e's

[redlikefire02]

not really sure which is a better speaker. any help or advice?



http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16882290017

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http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16882290112

[aramis109]

They're the same speaker.

[SPH]

What he said ^^^

[redlikefire02]

one is 3 way and the other is 2 way though? does that make a huge difference?

[aramis109]

Originally Posted by redlikefire02

one is 3 way and the other is 2 way though? does that make a huge difference?

Where are you seeing that?

Brand Polk Audio
Model Monitor 60 Black
Spec
Type Floorstanding Speakers
Sold As Single
Driver Units Mid/Woofer: 3 - 5.25" Diameter, Dynamic Balance Bi-laminate composite cone driver, magnetically shielded

Tweeter: 1 - 1" Diameter, Dynamic Balance Silk/polymer composite dome, magnetically shielded
Power Rating 20 - 200 w/channel
Frequency Response 38Hz - 25kHz
Nominal Impedance 8 ohms
Sensitivity 90 dB
Connectors Dual (bi-amp) 5 way binding posts
Dimensions & Weight 37.5" x 7" x 13.25"

31.00 lbs.
Features
Features Multiple small-diameter driver design delivers wide dispersion, better mid-range, and more detailed bass response for an open, "box-less," three-dimensional sound.

Non-resonant all-MDF enclosure construction with 0.75"-thick baffles and front–to-back and side-to-side internal bracing ensures cleaner, clearer, more lifelike sound quality.

Crossovers use Mylar bypass capacitors for more detailed high frequencies.

Magnetically shielded for safe placement on or near TVs and video monitors with no risk of video distortion.

Slim tower design has a footprint of less than one square foot.

Crossover: 2.25kH, second order high and low pass

Enclosure Type: Vented via front panel flared port

Model
Brand Polk Audio
Model T90e
Spec
Type Floorstanding Speakers
Sold As Single
Driver Units Mid/Woofer: 3 - 5.25" Diameter (13.34cm), Dynamic Balance Bi-laminate composite cone driver, magnetically shielded

Tweeter: 1 - 1" Diameter (2.54cm), Dynamic Balance Silk/polymer composite dome, magnetically shielded
Power Rating 20 - 200 w/channel
Frequency Response 38Hz - 25kHz
Nominal Impedance 8 ohms
Sensitivity 90 dB
Connectors Dual (bi-amp) 5 way binding posts
Dimensions & Weight 37.5" x 7" x 13.25"

31.00 lbs.
Features
Features Non-resonant all-MDF enclosure construction with 0.75"-thick baffles and front–to-back and side-to-side internal bracing ensures cleaner, clearer, more lifelike sound quality.

Crossovers use Mylar bypass capacitors for more detailed high frequencies.

Magnetically shielded for safe placement on or near TVs and video monitors with no risk of video distortion.

Bold, fat stabilizer feet that ensure stability on carpet or hard floors for more precise bass response and superior imaging.

Slim tower design has a footprint of less than one square foot.

Critically Tuned Flared Port minimizes port noise ("chuffing") for good low frequency extension with low distortion, resulting in natural, full-bodied sound with rich bass.

Crossover: 2.25kH, second order high and low pass

Enclosure Type: Vented via front panel flared port

[HiDef-Crazy]

They are both the same as the other members have said. I own the Monitor 60 and I think they sound great. IMO I would get the M60 series they are a little cheaper than the T90e and have the same specifications.

[SPH]

I have a pair of 90's coming in tomorrow.

[onebadazn]

I just gone mine yesterday and they're awesome. From what I've heard from others, they're basically the same speakers. The T90e's are the Euro version of the U.S. Monitor 60.

[redlikefire02]

what about the monitor 60/t90e vs. tsi 300?

[aramis109]

Same speaker in a different, prettier and pricier cabinet. If you want to look at newer speakers I'd suggest the RTi line being worthy of the extra money. Otherwise you're just paying for a newer line with the same stats.

[redlikefire02]

Originally Posted by aramis109

Same speaker in a different, prettier and pricier cabinet. If you want to look at newer speakers I'd suggest the RTi line being worthy of the extra money. Otherwise you're just paying for a newer line with the same stats.

wow your gallery is JUST what i want. where can i find a CS2 also? if i cant find it what other center will timbre match ?

[MRGARY]

Here's a link for Vintage Polk Audio Products

http://www.polkaudio.com/search/older-models.php

If you Select Monitor 60's

At the bottom of the page CS1 & CS2 Centers are recommended.

You can Goggle (Polk Audio CS1 or Polk Audio CS2) and selecting shopping

Or

Go to EBAY - There were (3) Black CS1's & (1) Black CS2

[aramis109]

The CS2, CS1, CS20 or CS10 would work. Personally that's my order of preference as well. They're getting harder to find.

[Marquoz]

Originally Posted by redlikefire02

wow your gallery is JUST what i want. where can i find a CS2 also? if i cant find it what other center will timbre match ?

I found a CS2 at my Circuit City dirt cheap a few days ago. I would recomend going there to see if they have it for aroung 57$.

Odd question, does the T90e have it where you can put in banana plugs? I read somewhere in a polk manual that the plugs could only be removed on American models. So was wondering if that was a cosmetic difference?

Also to comment on the TSi300 vs. Monitor60/T90e, the TSi-300 has 2 5 1/4" speakers while the Monitor 60 has 3 5 1/4" speakers. The TSi-400 is the match to the Monitor 60 with the 3 5 1/4"s.

[MRGARY]

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[Footloose301]

I posted that same thread here 2 days prior.
https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=87171



My T90e's are with UPS. Scheduled to arrive here tomorrow.

[Tru2theBlu]

Originally Posted by Marquoz

I found a CS2 at my Circuit City dirt cheap a few days ago. I would recomend going there to see if they have it for aroung 57$.

Odd question, does the T90e have it where you can put in banana plugs? I read somewhere in a polk manual that the plugs could only be removed on American models. So was wondering if that was a cosmetic difference?

Also to comment on the TSi300 vs. Monitor60/T90e, the TSi-300 has 2 5 1/4" speakers while the Monitor 60 has 3 5 1/4" speakers. The TSi-400 is the match to the Monitor 60 with the 3 5 1/4"s.

I have the T90e's and yes you can use banana plugs. The only difference between the T90e's and the Monitor 60's is that the T90e's use real wood for the cabinet. No veneers. They are very nice. I would highly recommend them, if you are getting a start-up setup.

[joegs300]

What CS would you recommend?

[aramis109]

Originally Posted by Tru2theBlu

I have the T90e's and yes you can use banana plugs. The only difference between the T90e's and the Monitor 60's is that the T90e's use real wood for the cabinet. No veneers. They are very nice. I would highly recommend them, if you are getting a start-up setup.

I think you mean that they're using a real-wood veneer instead of vinyl. Both are MDF cabinets.

[SPH]

Originally Posted by joegs300

What CS would you recommend?

I have the cs2 coming, I will let you know. My impression is that having a beefy CS will smooth out the fronts. Right now I have a small center, and it is almost vacant feeling in the center.