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Polk Audio 255c-RT In-Wall Center Channel Speaker (2) 5.25" Drivers - The Vanishing Series | Easily Fits into the Wall | Power Port | Paintable Grille Black, White

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$ 199.00

Score By Feature

Based on 752 ratings
Easy to install
9.90
Value for money
9.48
Sound quality
9.38

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Product Description

FOR A TRUE CINEMATIC EXPERIENCE, A CRYSTAL CLEAR SOUND & DEEP BASS. The 255c-RT In wall speaker offers Dynamic Balance, Distance Toggle and Polk's patented Power Port technology. It includes (2) 5 inch speakers. A 25" mid/woofer and a 1" swivel-mount silk dome tweeter
The design of this 2-way center channel speaker compensates for reflective surfaces without causing distortion, which makes it the perfect choice for a three-channel setup. The following are the first five items. The first and sixth points are important. In 1, 7, 8. A 360-degree sound system is available for Seats 1 and above. Boost the quality of your home theater and entertainment system by using natural sound
It is easy to mount and install - Perfect fit templates, a precision flange, (available) pre-construction brackets, and the patented rotating cam system ensure a
The in-wall loudspeaker VANISHES INTO THE WALL, allowing you to have a clean, clutter-free look, allowing you to take center stage of your happy home. The wafer-thin sheer grille can be painted in any color you like, so it is a super easy fit for your home decor.
One of the most trusted names in home audio is Polk because of the company's UNWAVERING commitment to RELIABILITY and CRAFTSMANSHIP. Our systems feature the highest level of surround sound and acoustic quality, so you can relax, unwind, and listen with your heart in mind

Questions & Answers

Could you please clarify the dimensions for me? The following states are included in the listing The size of the artwork is 31 A8 paper prints on a 14x8 inch sheet. There are 81 inches in length. There are 2x4 studs 16 inches on center on this wall. ?

You have made the hole for the 255C-c a few inches deeper than the actual wall plate that you put it in. The dimensions of the RT are 13 1/8 x 7 5/8 inches. dimensions you listed are the external dimensions of the overall frame of the wall. The studs on your 16" o/c speaker should not present a problem at all. I have this speaker and appreciate is to be installed and set up. Hope you have a good chance!

In the specs, it says it is almost 10" deep, but if you compare that to answers, it fits in a "normal" According to my plans, the depth of my wall is 2x4. What are the chances that this will ?

You will need to know the measurement of the depth of the unit to ensure it fits between regular studs in the wall, which is almost 10" deep. You need to be sure that the space between the studs where you want to install the speaker is over 10" deep. To start, I placed mine beneath the TV above the fireplace, thereby providing me with a "free wall" from which to work

Tv settings that are not too high are preferable to me. I would want the speaker to be at least 77" high if I placed it above the television. It will be a downgrade from couch viewing at 14 feet away, right?

The left speaker and right speaker should be placed at the center height of the TV, with the center channel as centred as possible under the TV. In most cases, the 14 ft distance should not be a problem, depending on how much amplification is used. Make sure surround speakers are positioned at the same height as your The one I have sounds great even on a low volume setting.

Is it possible to use them for movies?

I am currently using this speaker as the center channel for two home theater sets, both set up with There are some really nice speakers here

Selected User Reviews For Polk Audio 255c-RT In-Wall Center Channel Speaker (2) 5.25" Drivers - The Vanishing Series | Easily Fits into the Wall | Power Port | Paintable Grille Black, White

I like how they look and sound, but they have a few flaws
3/5

My speakers disintegrated after a short period of use because the grill rattles and the speaker disintegrates after a short period of use. In terms of appearance and sound, I was very happy with them after initial installation, though some problems still exist with the 255c-designed units In the six months since I started listening to Polk Vanishing services 7, I've heard nothing but these services. After a while I took the covers off my front 3 x speakers and realized it was the grilles that were making the noise. At first I thought it was pictures on the wall or small items near my subwoofer that was rattling. While the magnetic covers for the speaker appear to be nice, the magnets aren't strong enough to hold them on flush In order to address the rattle, I removed the centre cover to find out what the problem was. What I found after removing the centre cover was a second issue There was a problem with the tweeter cap thingys (not sure what you call them technically). There had been a break in the cover at some point in the first six months of use, and they were just sitting there waiting to fall out when the cover was removed. The warranties on these products are only valid for a year and I must pay to have them fixed. I contacted Amazon as well as Polk who informed me I would have to pay for repairs. I had only been using them for six months so it doesn't seem to be a problem for the manufacturer Those speakers disintegrated within 2 to 6 months of use, and that I only discovered it by looking at the grilles of the speakers to find out what caused them to rattle I am the one who is at fault! In the USA, it would be an expensive option to ship them back for repair from New Zealand. In that case, I may wait until the next problem occurs before replacing it, though I am unlikely to buy another 255c-A. It goes without saying that RT. My disappointment is that Polk will not offer me a new speaker despite the fact that I have purchased dozens of Polk speakers. As a result, now that I have to use my speakers without the covers on, I can see the abnormal center and if you look closely around the speakers, the paint has chipped off from where the covers were removed The walls could be designed to not be damaged by them, according to me.

Anya Daly
Anya Daly
| Sep 25, 2020
In wall/in ceiling speaker package from Polk Audio (RT and LS)
5/5

As a complement to my 7-inch speaker, I purchased this speaker. The sound system is in the ceiling and is built into the wall. Speakers and receivers that I bought are as follows This is an example of a Polk Audio 255C. The following is the official RT (Center)*Polk 265 The front sides (LS) of the card are included*Polk There are 4 RT 12's provided (Surround and Surround Back) B & W Polk HTS 12's (Subwoofer) D & B Denon The x3600H (Receiver) is an impressive unit, and I can't imagine it working without it. The sounds they produce are decent based on what they say. In the beginning I was concerned about how well it would sound mixing LS and RT into the same We promptly put those concerns to rest by following the following procedure. Once your initial sound set up is configured (using Audyssey if you are using a newer Denon receiver), play around with crossovers and other options - it depends on your specific setup. You can get amazing sound from these speakers once you configure them correctly. Make sure you lay the speakers out properly and take the time to set them up according to your taste if you want to get the best out of them. For the front and center channels, I mounted the speakers on the wall, and for the surround and surround back channels, I mounted the The installation of these is very simple. It is likely that you will be spending the majority of your time on the layout of your speakers and perhaps.

Fernando Gutierrez
Fernando Gutierrez
| Feb 02, 2021
It is an excellent purchase for those who are just starting out in The dual 5 look was pretty good to me
3/5

It looked cool when 25 mids were worn. Though it did not sound as great as I thought, it wasn't as clear and clean as I had hoped (although I switched from Martin Logan Motion 6, which is worth its weight in gold). As a result of cranking up the volume, I also noticed that the speakers popped during moving, punching, and Considering you're wondering, I'm using an older (Marantz you are just starting out, I would recommend this center to you, so if you are building your surround sound up for the first time, give it a try. If your old center is not cutting it anymore, this won't be Besides that, I am not knocking Polk since I am using two 265s at the moment In other words, I like my RT speakers as front speakers on both sides, so it's just a matter of style and budget.

Armani Woodward
Armani Woodward
| Aug 30, 2020
There was a house there before A surround sound system is installed- A co-creator of sound and a collaborator My former coworker, who performed as a musician for a living, recommended these speakers to me
5/5

In the process of buying a house, I used a regular-credit card The size of the living space There's not much to it). There was a house there before A surround sound system is installed- A co-creator of sound and a collaborator My former coworker, who performed as a musician for a living, recommended these speakers to me. I stated that sound and quality could not be beat for that price and size. He was right. These are ideal for my living room, which is around 12 foot by 15 foot. The Polk Audio RC65i2-centered speaker and two Polk Audio RC65i desk speakers are both my possessions The Polk Audio RC80i 2-way system includes a four-say and two two-way systems Ceiling speakers are integrated into the ceiling. The ceiling lights are a great addition to my home, and I am glad we had them installed. A number of people have told me that mounting them on the wall is okay. The ceiling in my room needed to be free of clutter. There are higher ceilings in my home, but they are still well below 20 feet Ceilings that are at least 8 feet high. My whole heart goes out to The speakers are highly recommended It is recommended that you install these in the ceiling, if you can.

Louis Ewing
Louis Ewing
| Jul 08, 2021
The music sounds great and the artwork It looks and sounds great, and I really like the I disagree with some reviewers who complain about the grill holes and the color- I think they look good
5/5

The color of the cover didn't need to be painted because I liked the colour already. To make it easier to understand, I've included some pictures.

Waylon Cook
Waylon Cook
| Jul 02, 2021
I love this center and it was easy to install
5/5

No matter how much a stud gets It's a nice center at a great price. I love how easy it is to install this. It is likely that you will run into a stud right where you want your speaker installed so that you will have to work on your end of things As for myself, the stud was blocking the locking lugs on the right, so I simply cut off the interfering piece and it was fine. I ran the wires through it and tucked it up. This is a very simple process. Having a great P2P experience can be done in about 45 minutes if you have a box open.

Andre Perez
Andre Perez
| Dec 15, 2020
It sounds so much more expensive
5/5

I was so happy to have the opportunity to experience it up close. A speaker installed on the wall. I'd recommend this center channel, since it's easy to install, fits flush, and turned out to be exactly what I wanted. I love this center speaker in our basement entertainment room because it sounds fantastic and creates a truly immersive theater experience. As I mentioned, I spray painted the grill black, which looks nice, and I intend to match the color of the wall later on.

Olivia Parker
Olivia Parker
| Nov 03, 2020

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