Customers consistently note the excellent sound quality of the Monitor XT20 Bookshelf Speaker Pair. Many appreciate the great bass response, while some find the appearance, price, and highs to be good. Others mention the size is just right and that the speakers handle power very well.
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good choice!!
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Clear Crisp sound. They fit my space perfect. Make sure you have the space out from the wall 6-8 inches for the best sound.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great product
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I’d give it 5 stars, but Best buy was a horrible experience. No so-called experts, just normal people trying to get by. So when i went to ask about the “Everything needed online, and all that was needed. I still had to come back to the store multiple times, and spend more money to get what was required! The bundled items online gave me mismatched brands which can cause delays, and not even the required front speakers were associated with the “everything needed”. At the store I specifically asked for an audio expert, so they can confirm I was purchasing everything i needed, he answered every thing I said with a yes! I got home did my install, and my new receiver said I was missing required Front speakers, so I had to go Back to the store, luckily black friday had bookshelf speakers, same brand great price! The speakers are great during movies, and video games, music too! Makes you really feel like you set up your own mini theater. Happy with product, im glad i did my own research, also that im Done with soundbars and connectivity issues with subwoofers!!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I love these
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I use them in my home office to keep me sane during the day. Very good quality sound at a reasonable price. Nice rich sound with excellent frequency response across the whole range.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Appearance, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice speakers.
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love these speakers, very rich sound and nice looking. I have them hooked up to a sony receiver, turntable and subwoofer.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Polk Audio
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Hello Ryan, We appreciate your purchase of our XT20 bookshelf speakers and are honored to be a part of your listening journey. Happy listening!
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Speakers
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
These guys kick! They can handle power very well! Plus even my neighbors down the street can hear these speakers!!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing sound quality
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
These sound amazing on my Onkyo tx-nr6050. The sound quality from them is amazing and they can get rather punchy as well. Feeding each a little over 200watts and they handle it with ease.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Solid quality
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I have had these for about a year, and they are excellent. Quality sound with good separation. I suggest pairing with a subwoofer, but otherwise perfect for my use.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bass
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good, Punchy Bookshelf Speakers
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Right off the bat, these speakers sound pretty good—if a little inaccurate.
They definitely have more of a “V” sound signature (heavier in the lows and highs), but not as bad as some more mainstream powered offerings.
The bass is plenty punchy for their size. In my setup I didn’t feel the need to add a subwoofer (open, living room area, semi vaulted ceiling, partial carpet). I tried them with a Polk 10” sub but it just made it muddy—leave the sun for your home theater setup and fly these solo as a 2.0.
The highs are a little less clear at times but present, less accurate and crystalline than say the Sony SSCS5, but still palatable. If too much for you, knock the treble down one notch on your amp/receiver and try again.
Overall these kind of feel like PA speakers a bit. Punchy and loud, decently accurate but clearly emphasizing getting a good amount of sound out into the space. They like to be turned up pretty loud.
I’d be happier with them if the price was lower like it used to be a couple years ago. If you see them on sale they’re a good option.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good budget speaker for surround or a 2.1 system.
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great speaker, it's not a $1000- $2000 bookshelf speaker. It sounded really laid back and neutral at first. After several hours playing time it is kind of bright sounding or a U shaped sound. It was paired up to a Emotiva TA1. Pair these with a nice sub and you have a nice two channel system that will make you forget about a sound bar. They are good but not great, my KEF speakers have better detail and sound more natural. But for the price of these Polk's on sale they hard to beat.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Appearance, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rear speakers
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great speakers for the price about speaker stands with them they look immaculately and so professional in my game room
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice speakers for bigger rooms/louder volumes
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Nice speakers, great value overall but I had them in a small room and mostly used for background music. Unfortunately, I didnt care for their performance at low volumes.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
worth the price
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I bought this pair connected with my Sony STR-DH550 AV amp to enjoy the music, songs and films on my smart TV. I took them when they were on sale. For this size and at the price of less than 200$, don't expect something marvelous or extraordinary; for me the performance is all right and acceptable. One day, I shall try it with more high-quality stereo amp like Nad or Denon to test its potential.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bass
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Worth getting.
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
These speakers are awesome. I had Sony's (really nice speakers to be honest) but I wanted a little more base so I swapped those out with the Polk's. WHAT A DIFFERENCE. Good bass but not overpowering (as would be expected) and nice and clear. I paired them with some Polk T15's I had and even the wife noticed a difference. Plus I got these as an open box deal (incredible price and listed as excellent condition) and I am extremely happy with them. Give them a shot. You wont be disappointed.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Polk Audio
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We are thrilled to be a part of your listening experience. Happy listening.
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Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Downsizing my speakers
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
These speakers do a good job of replacing a pair of "huge" old speakers. They sound fine and save a ton of room.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Price, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for the price
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
They sound like they cost way more than they do. Would recommend as a budget solution everytime.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Really solid!
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
These speakers are great even without a sub! I'm thinking about adding one anyway to see how they perform
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great bookshelf speaker
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great bookshelf speaker! Worth every penny. Strong and high quality surround sound. A little bit heavy so it requires a sturdy wall mount.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Book shelf
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Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Amazing product and quality. Love it!!! Worth every penny, highly recommend it!!!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
High Quality Great Price
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Impressed with the overall sound, deep, crisp. Quality construction. Bought the more expensive Klipsche for comparison . Polk were the winners. Took Klipsche back.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bass, Highs
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best bookshelf speaker around.
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Rivals bigger speakers. Nice tight bass, clean crisp highs. Can't beat them for the price.