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Polk Audio Polk Audio CSi3 Black Center Channel Speaker

Polk Audio CSi3 Black Center Channel Speaker

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Polk Audio Polk Audio CSi3 Black Center Channel Speaker

  • Reviewed by: go4fan

    02-07-08

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Great sound clarity, reverse design cabinet, real wood look

    Weaknesses:I suppose it could be smaller

    Overall Evaluation: I replaced an old HTIB center speaker with this CSi3 and am definitely satisfied. Granted I\\\'m not an audiophile (I guess that goes without saying... see above reference to HTIB speakers), I am impressed with the sound quality. The size is a bit larger which is I suppose a downside, but I really like the reverse design cabinet which allows the speaker to be placed upside down to adjust to ear level. I paired this up with a pair of Polk R50\\\'s and it sounds pretty good. The cherry wood finish is much nicer than the R50. Although I suppose that may be a downside (not matching). However, given the choice, I\\\'d much rather have the finish of the CSi3 than the R50.

  • Reviewed by: tomshinar

    01-21-08

    Duration of ownership: 2 Months

    Strengths: Has the efficiency of a home theater system and yet it is only one small unit.

    Weaknesses:None

    Overall Evaluation: Since the sound system in almost all TV's is not as good as a theater system and yet one does not want to clog a bedroom with such a system, I found the Polk Center Channel Speaker as a great substitute. Excellent sound and yet relatively small speaker.

  • Reviewed by: DeusExa

    01-06-08

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Great sound for the price.

    Weaknesses:For $100 more, you can get so much better.

    Overall Evaluation: I got these because they were on sale - these sport decent sized drivers, and a pretty good albeit bright tweeter. The sound on these seems to be thrown out, not expanded out like the LSi Polk series..which could be a plus or a minus...but were a plus for me.

  • Reviewed by: canon2000

    01-06-08

    Duration of ownership: 30 Days

    Strengths: Sound clarity and accuracy. Slim low profile design. Price.

    Weaknesses:Lack of bass.

    Overall Evaluation: I?ve nerve had a center channel speaker before, and did not realize the importance of the center speaker until I hooked up all the speakers. In most listening modes, a significant portion of the sound come from the center speaker. Due to my budget constraint, I did not go with the CSi5, which is the recommended matching center channel speaker for the RTi 10 tower I have. Paid $99 plus shipping from Onecall.com, almost $200 cheaper than the CSi 5. Sound was clear and accurate, but lack of bass. The profile is low, and it can be easily placed under my flat screen TV.

  • Reviewed by: mgaskins

    05-28-06

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: excellent choice for center channel speaker

    Weaknesses:would be nice if a bit smaller

    Overall Evaluation: I struggled w/ selecting surround sound speakers. Local retailer suggested a much more expensive Polk Audio . After reviewing the very positive user feedback on the PA website, I selected these. The sound coming from this unit is excellent. They are attractive, well packaged, and deliver what I expected. I kind of wish it was a bit smaller, but that is more related to my installation.

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