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The Polk Audio VM20 speakers are sold as a pair of L/C/R satellite loudspeakers and feature the same emphasis on polished design as the entire VM Series. The VM20s feature dual 4-inch planar bass radiator subwoofers and dual 4-inch dynamic balance mineral-filled polypropylene cone drivers. As in the VM30 speaker Polk outfits the VM20s with a 1-inch ferro-magnetic fluid-cooled aluminum dome tweeters for accurate, reliable high-end frequency sound. The VM20s offer a 70Hz-26kHz frequency response and optional floor or table stands for mounting. The Polk VM20 speakers can be matched with Polk's PSW111 or DSW MicroPro subwoofers for optimal performance but also function on their own.
MSRP $449.95
Release date April, 2005
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- Dual 4-inch planar bass radiator subwoofers
- Dual 4-inch dynamic balance mineral-filled polypropylene cone drivers
- 1-inch ferro-magnetic fluid-cooled aluminum dome tweeters
- Frequency response: 70Hz-26kHz
- Optional floor or table stands
- Wall mount bracket/cradle options
- Available in silver or black
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Polk Audio VM20
• Polk Audio VM20 Satellite Speaker (Single, Black)
• VM20 Black (Ea) 3-Way High performance L/C/R Loudspeaker
UPC: 747192113681
EAN: 047192113682
MPN: AM2085-A
Competitors
MSRP $499.00
Released November, 2006
Pros
- Great sound for the price (ie, high value)
- slender design will compliment a flat-panel TV
- wall-mountable
- good midrange vocals and dialogue
Cons
- need a subwoofer for deep bass response
- not powerful enough for large rooms
Polk Audio VM20
vs.
Paradigm Millenia 20
MSRP $499.00
Released --
Dimensions: 7" W x 11" D x 38" H Frequency Response: 22 Hz – 30 kHz Rec. Assoc. Amplification: 20 – 200 Watts/channel Efficiency: 91 dB Nominal Impedance: 4 – 8 ohms Drivers: Two 1" pure aluminum dome tweeters Two 5-1/4" mineral-filled homopolymer-coned, cast-magnesium basket bass/midrange drivers Finish: Piano-Gloss Black with wraparound black...
Polk Audio VM20
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Definitive Technology BP8B
MSRP $499.99
Released March, 2008
The Klipsch XL-23 is a part of the Icon X Series of floorstanding speakers. It features a 0.75-inch titanium diaphragm compression driver coupled with Klipsch's patent-pending, round XT Tractrix horn. The XL-23 is also equipped with dual 4-inch high-ouput fiberglass cone woofers and features a bass reflex design with two front-firing ports. The speaker...
Polk Audio VM20
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Klipsch XL-23
MSRP $499.99
Released February, 2008
The Boston Acoustics HS460 is a 2-way floor-standing speaker that sports dual 6.5” subwoofers, dual 7.0” CoPolymer DCD passive radiators, and one 1” Kortec soft dome tweeter. The sixth speaker in the Boston Acoustics HS series, the HS460 is an upgrade from the HS450. It supports an external amplifier with 15-250 Watts of power...
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Boston Acoustics HS460
MSRP $500.00
Released January, 2004
FREQUENCY RESPONSE : 59 Hz-20 kHz +/- 3 dBPOWER HANDLING : 75 w (300 w peak)SENSITIVITY : 95 dB @ 2.83 volts/1 meterNOMINAL IMPEDANCE : 8 ohmsCROSSOVER FREQUENCY : 2280 HzTWEETER : One 1" 92.5 cm) magnetically shielded, titanium dome compression driverHIGH FREQUENCY HORN : Integral 5" (12.7 cm) square 90 ? x 60...
Polk Audio VM20
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Klipsch RF-10
MSRP $349.95
Released January, 2004
Pros
- Suitable for placement near a flat-panel LCD or plasma
- Sturdy cabinet to stand threaded insert
- Several different mounting options
- Can be used as a center channel as well
- Comes out of the box with stands attached
Cons
- Limited bass response - 92 Hz
Polk Audio VM20
vs.
Klipsch RVX-42 LCR
Reviews
May 31, 2009
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Pros
- attractive low-key aesthetic - look great next to a TV
- lightweight
- bracket can be used as a cradle for configuring the speaker as a center channel on its side
- enclosure is designed to reduce vibration
- 5 year warranty
- slim cabinet - takes up very little space
- wall-mountable
Cons
- poor low end frequency response - requires a subwoofer
- not available in wood finishes
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Pros
- attractive low-key aesthetic - look great next to a TV
- lightweight
Cons
- poor low end frequency response - requires a subwoofer
- expensive
- smaller 4" drivers
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