Polk Audio - Monitor XT12 12" 100W Class A/B Amplifier Subwoofer - Midnight Black
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Specifications
- RMS Power100 wattsWoofer Size12 inches
- Key Specs
- RMS Power: 100 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
- Woofer Size: 12 inches
- General
- Product Name: Monitor XT12 12" 100W Class A/B Amplifier Subwoofer
- Brand: Polk Audio
- Model Number: Monitor XT12
- Color: Midnight Black
- Audio
- Amplifier Class: AB (An amplifier's mode of operation, specifically the conditions in which its electrical current flows for the duration of an audio signal, determines its class. Each class has its strengths and weaknesses when it comes to power efficiency, levels of crossover distortion, and overall sound quality.)
- Enclosure Type: Sealed
- Firing Direction: Front
- Speaker Type: Floorstanding
- Subwoofer Type: Powered (Passive subwoofers require an external amplifier, such as the one driving the main speakers in the system, for power. Active subwoofers, on the other hand, have a designated amplifier (one that isn't shared with other speakers) for power as well as line-level crossover.)
- Enclosed: true
- Features
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
- Controls: Power on/off, Volume, Phase, Mute, Low pass filter
- Connectivity
- Network Connector(s): 1 x LAN
- Subwoofer Connection Type: RCA
- Wireless: false
- Wireless Multi-Room Audio: false (Technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 16.4 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 17.9 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 16 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 39 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Remote Control Included: true
- Cable(s) Included: AC power
- Other
- UPC: 747192135058
The Polk Monitor XT12 subwoofer is designed to add punchy, responsive bass to your movies and music. It is outfitted with a 12” Dynamic Balanced Woofer and 100W peak Class A/B amplification that deliver powerful bass with amazing speed and control even at 24Hz. Built-in controls allows variable volume, variable crossover (80-160Hz) and phase control (0/180°) for optimum bass levels. Monitor XT12 is housed in a critically braced MDF cabinet with a removable, precision-fit grille to isolate the sound of the woofer while minimizing unwanted resonances and sonic interference. A perfect complement to any home theater system the MXT12 offers line level, LFE, and nickel plated, five-way binding post inputs, ensuring a direct connection and compatibility with your receiver. Add another, same-model subwoofer to your home audio set up to dramatically improve realism, smooth out peaks and dips, as well as to get an even bass response for all your movies and music. Be at the center of action from any part of the room!
- A Powerful, Upgraded Subwoofer: Featuring a long-throw, high excursion 12" Dynamically Balanced Woofer powered by a 100W Class A/B Amplifier, the Monitor XT12 subwoofer delivers bass as low as 24Hz, adding more impact and depth to your music, movies, and games
- Premium Build Quality: The Polk Monitor XT series is an upgrade to the critically acclaimed Monitor series. Featuring latest innovations, it includes affordable but great sounding speakers with a modern design that blends seamlessly into any home décor
- Resonance-Free Sound: The sub features a non-resonant, beautifully-designed and critically braced MDF cabinet with a removable, precision-fit grille that isolates the sound of the woofer, while minimizing unwanted resonances and sonic interference for pure sound
- Versatile Compatibility & Convenient Controls: Fine tune the MXT12 sub to your system easily with volume, variable crossover (80-160Hz) and phase polarity (0/180) control. It is compatible with the latest Dolby Atmos & DTS:X enabled AV Receivers and Amplifiers
- Multiple Connection Options: Easily connect your home entertainment setup with this subwoofer via line level (RCA), LFE (unfiltered / low pass disabled) and nickel plated, 5-way binding post inputs. The MXT12 is perfect for most home theater setups
- Add an Additional Sub for Thunderous Sound: By adding another same-model subwoofer, amplify every crunch, explosion, and roar, and feel at the center of the action. The result will be dramatically improved realism, smoother peaks, and an even bass response across the room
- A Powerful, Upgraded Subwoofer: Featuring a long-throw, high excursion 12" Dynamically Balanced Woofer powered by a 100W Class A/B Amplifier, the Monitor XT12 subwoofer delivers bass as low as 24Hz, adding more impact and depth to your music, movies, and games
- Premium Build Quality: The Polk Monitor XT series is an upgrade to the critically acclaimed Monitor series. Featuring latest innovations, it includes affordable but great sounding speakers with a modern design that blends seamlessly into any home décor
- Resonance-Free Sound: The sub features a non-resonant, beautifully-designed and critically braced MDF cabinet with a removable, precision-fit grille that isolates the sound of the woofer, while minimizing unwanted resonances and sonic interference for pure sound
- Versatile Compatibility & Convenient Controls: Fine tune the MXT12 sub to your system easily with volume, variable crossover (80-160Hz) and phase polarity (0/180) control. It is compatible with the latest Dolby Atmos & DTS:X enabled AV Receivers and Amplifiers
- Multiple Connection Options: Easily connect your home entertainment setup with this subwoofer via line level (RCA), LFE (unfiltered / low pass disabled) and nickel plated, 5-way binding post inputs. The MXT12 is perfect for most home theater setups
- Add an Additional Sub for Thunderous Sound: By adding another same-model subwoofer, amplify every crunch, explosion, and roar, and feel at the center of the action. The result will be dramatically improved realism, smoother peaks, and an even bass response across the room
Whats Included
- Polk Audio 12" 200W Powered Subwoofer
- Polk Audio 12" 200W Powered Subwoofer
Q: Does the Polk Audio Monitor XT12 subwoofer come with a remote control?
A: Yes, a remote control is included with the subwoofer.
Q: What is the minimum frequency response of this Polk Audio subwoofer?
A: The Polk Monitor XT12 subwoofer can deliver bass as low as 24Hz.
Q: What type of cabinet design does this subwoofer have?
A: The Polk Audio Monitor XT12 subwoofer has a sealed enclosure design.
Q: What kind of inputs does this subwoofer have?
A: The Polk Audio Monitor XT12 has line level (RCA), LFE, and nickel-plated 5-way binding post inputs.
Q: Does this subwoofer include a built-in amplifier?
A: Yes, the Polk Audio Monitor XT12 has an integrated amplifier.
Q: How much power does the amplifier in this subwoofer have?
A: This subwoofer has a 100W Class A/B amplifier.
A: Hello, the Polk Audio XT12 subwoofer has two types of inputs. LFE/Line level input and Speaker Level input. It is best to place the subwoofer on the Floor. Floor placement is highly recommended resulting in maximum performance.
A: Hello Sam, This is an odd situation. The subwoofer will only play what it is being sent from the amp or receiver. I would recommend that you contact the manufacturer of your AVR and see what might be happening when it switches inputs but the subwoofer is stuck on the previous one.
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Customers praise the Monitor XT12 12" 100W Class A/B Amplifier Subwoofer for its excellent sound quality, deep bass, and impressive power, frequently noting its value for the price. Many found it easy to set up and use. There were no reported negative comments.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Boom with being boomy
I started looking for a 12-in subwoofer to my home theatre setup. I have had my 8 inch downward firing Cerwin Vega for years. It was great for watching regular television, and movies, but when I moved my home theatre to my living during COVID, It didn't have the capacity to sufficiently fill my 20 x 18 room. I've been contemplating picking up about 12-in for a while, and boy what is it the right decision. Not only does this beast fill the room, but really provides an immersive environment. I have a 7.2 receiver, so I decided to experiment with pairing the 8 inch and 12 in together. I was fearful of it being too much and that the wife would file them papers. I was wrong. It sound way more dope than I anticipated. Watching movies Maverick and Dr. Strange and TV shows like Rings of Power was incredible. It really creates the sound envelope. If you only want or need one subwoofer, this one is a great choice. One last note is that explains well into the living room decor. It It is pretty big but, looks just like a regular piece of furniture.
Posted by bacbrakr
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
THIS THING BUMPS!!!
just WOW! This this is amazing, not just the looks but sound quality!!! lighting in shows sound like real lightning, you feel the sounds of cars in your chest. It’s crazy this thing goes all the way down to 24hz!!!!! This added so much more depth to my games, and entertainment! Other than games and movies, playing any song with any amount of base shakes my house!!!! GET ONE OF THESE THINGS NOW
Posted by Jonathan
- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great for smaller home theaters or apartments
This sub is clean... within limits. My house has an upstairs landing where two of the "walls" are non existent and overlook the downstairs. With that, this sub does not get the benefit of reflection. A lot of the bass waves get lost to the great abyss that is my two story living room. So after some trial and error, I did find a place to put the sub where I do get some bass response for movies and music. It is clean bass, but not altogether as present as I would prefer. Partly because of the open layout of my small house, but I will definitely need to get a more powerful sub in the future. At least for this room. Technical babble aside, I've been watching some older movies like the original Top Gun, Saving Private Ryan, and Jurassic Park. The bass that is present is clean and accurate. This sub definitely gives me some much needed depth I've been missing from my smaller Definitive Technologies bookshelf speakers. It helps to really tie in the audio side of the experience from watching movies. On the music side, I am able to set up my newer receiver to play music to the sub as well as the speakers and it fills in nicely. But there is definitely a limit to the bass here. Anything more than half way on the volume knob of the sub and it starts getting blatty and muddy in response. It doesn't seem to want to keep up as well with music as it does with movies. I am thankful for this sub. It is good, it is clean, and I do enjoy it much more than it might sound like in this review. It has filled in a void I've been missing for a long time, especially living in apartments where I've been apprehensive about making neighbors angry. But since I have my own house now, and a lot of time to do the upgrades I want to, I will be investing in a much more powerful sub in the future and likely promoting this sub to an office or bedroom where it won't need to be turned up as loud. Maybe I need dual SVS subs for this space. We'll see. I'll need to bribe my neighbors with grilled and smoked meats before making that kind of jump in bass.
Posted by JoJoTheJo
