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Polk Audio's R30 floorstanding speaker furthers the company's tradition of using high-quality materials and excellent engineering to deliver exceptional sound and exceptional value. Its slim, tower design conserves floor space (occupying less than 1 square foot), and it's ideal for both movies and music. The speaker is sold individually, so be sure to pick up 2 for a stereo arrangement, 4 four front and rear left/right, etc. The speaker features Polk's exclusive Dynamic Balance drivers for wide frequency response and low distortion in both its .75-inch dome tweeter and its single 6.5-inch cone woofer.

Dynamic Balance started with laser interferometry research done in partnership with the Johns Hopkins University. Full-field laser-imaging research allowed Polk to view a driver's entire vibrating surface, revealing the resonance that develops on speaker cones as they move. That resonance is the root cause of frequency-response distortions. Knowing this helped Polk engineers find the right combination of materials, geometry, and construction techniques to tune out the offending resonance. The resulting Dynamic Balance technology produces flat frequency response, sharp detail, sonic transparency, and a speaker's ability to play dynamic programs at life-like levels without a hint of strain.

All woofers and tweeters in Polk home speakers feature Dynamic Balance technology, giving them a shared sonic signature for coherent, seamless sound even when you mix models in configuring your home theater. The drivers' wide dispersion means they project sound over a wide area, so every listener in a room will hear open, "box-less," three-dimensional sound.

A front-firing bass port confers high efficiency and powerful bass response. The speaker's arched grille eliminates grille interference with the port output, lowering turbulence and distortion while giving the speaker a cool look. Supplied carpet spikes ensure mechanical stability on carpeted floors for precise bass output and superior "imaging."

Magnetically shielded for safe placement near TVs and computer monitors, the speaker offers convenient, high-quality 5-way binding post terminals to accommodate several wire hook-up options. All Polk's R Series loudspeakers are perfect for building starter surround systems or for small-room or multi-room settings. With the addition of a PSW Series powered subwoofer, you can build an impressive home theater on a limited budget.

What's in the Box
One speaker, a speaker grille, a speaker base with mounting hardware, 4 carpet spikes, a user's manual, and warranty/registration information. Building incredible-sounding speakers at reasonable prices has made Polk Audio a powerhouse in the audio industry. The R series loudspeaker models continue the Polk tradition of using high-quality materials and excellent fundamental engineering to deliver exceptional sound at an exceptional value.R series loudspeakers are perfect for building starter systems, or for small room or multi-room applications. With the addition of a PSW series-powered subwoofer, you can assemble an impressive home theater system on a budget. Use them as surrounds in a den or bedroom system. Wall-mount them in your workshop or basement rumpus room for "industrial-strength" durability and great sound.

If you wish to buy Polk Audio R30 Two-Way Floorstanding Loudspeakers (Black) you can always buy it here.

The M2ti is an amazing 5 1/4-inch two-way speaker! It's hard to believe that such huge sound comes from such small speakers. Anti-standing-wave cabinets that form a unique "wedge" shape make the sound perfect, and Video Shielding means you don't have to worry about where you put your speakers. The M2ti boasts a Vortex Porting enclosure, pure aluminum woofer cones, neodymium-driven titanium tweeters, and seamless cabinets.

If you wish to buy M2i Bookshelf Speaker – Black Oak you can always buy it here.

Canton's CD 310 F is a two-way flat speaker. Able to handle up to 120 watts, each black lacquered enclosure houses a 4-inch aluminum woofer and a 1-inch aluminum tweeter. The CD 310 F's low profile, integrated wall mounts, and compatibility with Canton's LS 80 and LS 80.1 stands gives you plenty of options for placement.

If you wish to buy Canton CD 310F Speaker (pair, Black High Gloss) you can always buy it here.

Looking for hi-fidelity sound that doesn't take up any floor or shelf space? The new W22 provides the kind of transparent, neutral, wide-range sound you expect from Axiom, without any of the compromises that plague other in-wall speakers. Other in-walls rely on the wall cavity to tune the bass output, resulting in a speaker whose performance varies from wall to wall and room to room. Additionally, the drivers' rear output produces distorted sound in the neighboring rooms. Overcoming these drawbacks, the W22 features a fully integrated enclosure that recesses into the wall, combined with an attractive exterior baffle portion that keeps the speaker's woofer and tweeter away from the sound-degrading effects of the wall's front surface. The speaker ports are cleverly hidden at the base of the outer baffle. The W22 on-wall/in-wall hybrid speaker preserves the sonic clarity of its bookshelf equivalent, the M22, and adds a slim profile that is a perfect complement to today's modern low-profile plasma and LCD TV screens. The dual 5 1/4-inch aluminum cone woofers enable louder playback levels and greater power handling in larger rooms. A supplied self-clamping frame anchors the speaker firmly to the wall when the screws are tightened. The series is available in a variety of attractively-finished front baffles to suit any decor.

If you wish to buy W22 On-Wall / In-Wall Compact Speaker – Eggshell White you can always buy it here.

This Choice Select cabinet speaker has a 12-inch woofer and plenty of power for BIG SOUND! The high-impact molded plastic enclosure is rugged, yet lightweight with a convenient built-in handle. Easy to use, with both 1/4? Phono Jack and Speakon connectors

If you wish to buy Choice Select HL-1200P Speaker Cabinet with 12in Woofer you can always buy it here.

The Intimus 4B satellite speaker produces full-size sound and shocking midrange clarity in a small size. This is accomplished by pairing up the warm, natural sound of 1" silk tweeter with redesigned 4" woven-fiberglass midrange in a small beautiful cabinet. You can place these attractive speakers virtually anywhere, and combined with one of the powerful subwoofers they replace large intrusive speakers in smaller rooms.Finally, a high-performance satellite speaker that is small, beautiful and affordable. The Intimus 4B is the perfect choice for your living room, bedroom or den and is an ideal surround speaker for use with all other Intimus series speakers. Never again compromise on sound quality for aesthetics.

If you wish to buy Aperion INTIMUS 4B – Speaker – 2-way – medium cherry you can always buy it here.

Boston Acoustics' E70 is a two-way bookshelf speaker with two woofers, and a high output tweeter, able to handle up to 300 watts. Enclosing the drivers is a damped aluminum cabinet available in a cherry or walnut finish, and the dual binding posts on the rear will support bi-wiring if required. Lay or mount the speaker sideways as a center channel speaker, or stand it upright for the left or right front or rear channels.

If you wish to buy Boston Acoustics E70 High Performance LCR pSeaker (Ebony Walnut) you can always buy it here.

The Athena S.5 Bookshelf Speaker combines great looks, flexible placement options, high power handling, and massive sound, all in one awesome speaker. The tiny S.5 can be used in many applications — it's perfect for music use in small rooms or as an add-on to a home theater system as rear channels. The S.5 has great bass response and provides an amazing listening experience.

The S.5 features a one-inch teteron dome tweeter and a four-inch, molded polypropylene cone woofer. The tweeter has a dispersion enhancing faceplate for a wider listening window and excellent stereo imaging. The rear-vented design of the S.5 delivers extended bass response, so your listening experience will be accented with some extra "bump."

The high gloss black cabinets look beautiful in any home, and the silver baffles offer a stylish accent. The finish allows it to be used in conjunction with any other Athena Technologies models. It is also completely timbre matched, so it can be utilized in conjunction with either SCT or Audition series models. The S.5 is well-designed, well-built, and incredibly versatile.

The included mounting bracket is sturdy and simple to install. It requires no special tools and allows you to set the speaker at very flexible angles so you can place the speaker where you need to, and aim the sound how you desire.

What's in the Box
S.5 speaker, removable grilles, wall mounting brackets, and users' manual. The S.5 is a small individual speaker that can be utilized for many purposes. It's a great starting point to build a home theater system for a small or mid-sized room. It can be added on to an Athena Point 5 MKII system to achieve 6 or 7 channel home theater systems. The S.5 is also a very good small bookshelf speaker that can be used in pairs with or without a subwoofer for many application including dorm rooms, offices, dens, bedrooms etc. The S.5 speaker combines great looks, flexible placement options, high power handling, and big sound from a small package, all in one! The S.5 has great bass response all on its own, but can be coupled with a Subwoofer for more impact.The cabinets are finished in high gloss black with silver front baffles which look beautiful in any décor. The finish also matches well with today's televisions and electronics. The S.5s also are a cosmetic match to other Athena models as well as being sonically timbre matched for mix and match flexibility. The speakers are shielded for use near a television.The included mounting bracket is one of the sturdiest and simplest designs on the market today. The bracket requires no special tools and allows very flexible speaker placement. The value, flexibility, and amazing sound quality of the S.5 speakers make this a deal you should not pass up. Act quickly! Quantities are limited.A few of the MANY awards won by the Point 5 family include – Sound & Vision Magazine's Reviewers Choice Award, Audio Revolution Best of the Year Award, DVD Etc. Top Choice, E-Gear Editors Choice Award, Home Theater Magazine Hot Ticket Award. Please note – This is a SINGLE speaker. Not a pair of speakers.

If you wish to buy Athena S.5 Bookshelf Speaker- Single Unit (Silver/Black) you can always buy it here.

This Multimedia Speaker System features a 2.1 channel and a powerful subwoofer with volume and bass controls. Its two satellite speakers features a 2.25-inch drive unit. Satisfy your listening needs and get this Multimedia Speaker System today!

If you wish to buy Iboost 3 Piece Desktop Speaker Set you can always buy it here.

The In-Frame concealed flat panel speaker transforms artwork into an audio and decorating solution. The unique In-Frame allows the art, not the speaker, to become the focal point in any room. Onsia speaker panels, using patented NXT technology, produce sound waves through the electronic excitement of a 24 in. x 24 in. flat panel, creating hundreds of simultaneous nonlinear vibrations instead of the traditional single-band pulses from conventional cone diaphragms. This technology offers improved dispersion characteristics over conventional speakers, making location and listening position far more flexible. Start by selecting the artwork, cut the speaker panel to size, apply the artwork to the panel and then frame it. Whether its accenting a flat panel TV, bringing music to the apartment, or accessorizing an office, Onsia In-Frame speakers provide a truly invisible sound solution. Includes one In-Frame flat panel speaker, acoustic decoupler panel (pre-applied to speaker), and adhesive mounting surface. Choose your own frame (optional edge trim included.) Artwork not included. Design: Distributed Mode Loudspeaker Diaphragm: 576 Square Inches Freq Range: 50 Hz ~ 15 kHz Crossover: N/A Input Power: 25w RMS/50w Peak Protection: Self-resetting polyswitch. Speaker cannot be blown. Sensitivity: 87dB /1w /1 meter Impedance: 16 ohms nominal Dispersion: 170 degrees Warranty: Manufacturer 1 year limited warranty

If you wish to buy In-frame Speaker (5 Pack) you can always buy it here.