Signature Elite ES20 Hi-Res Audio Certified 6.5 Inch Bookshelf Speaker - Pair (Walnut)

The reviews are so confusing because they are literally for different models in the lineup. Amazon please fix this. ES20 Review: I live in a studio apartment in NYC so getting a 5.2 system was overkill by far. I bought these ES20 monitors to compliment a single ES60 in a bi-amp configuration. As standalone bookshelf speakers, these aren’t bad at all. The mods and highs are CRISP and CLEAN. As you can imaging the bass is not ground shaking but it is adequate. Where these monitors really shine is when I connect my ES60 giving me an immersive experience. I ordered everything in white and omg they are a masterpiece. Zero regrets here except perhaps I could have gotten away with using the ES10’s as well ES60: I’m operating a white single unit in a big amp configuration. One channel for the highs and another channel from the amp for the mids and lows. Much like my review above for the ES20, the 60 is crisp, clean and loud once powered up well. I initially had 80 watts going to the speaker but they seemed weak so now it’s 160 and perfect. Could probably be even better with more. More than adequate for an apartment. Again it’s not going to rattle your floors but damn this thing can get loud. I probably don’t need a separate subwoofer but that’s always an option if you really crave hair raising bass. 5 Stars all around for build quality, weight, appearance, clarity and loudness!

Incredible sound, beautiful in Walnut, and great aesthetic presence. I finally upgraded my entertainment system. I have this paired with a Wiim Amp which works wonderfully with my Sony Bravia 7. Movies and music are intense now. There is a lot of bass coming from these speakers. I won't be needing a sub because I'm in a condo.

The Polk Signature Elite ES20 bookshelf speakers are a were a great choice for my audiophile ears. If you are looking for high-quality sound at a reasonable price these are the speakers to buy. These speakers feature a Dynamic Balance acoustic array, precision crossovers, and Power Port bass-enhancing technology, all of which combine to deliver clear, detailed sound with deep, rich bass. The ES20s are Hi-Res Audio Certified, meaning they can reproduce audio up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution. This means you I enjoy my favorite music in all its glory, with no loss of detail. The speakers also have a wide frequency response of 41-40,000 Hz, so I can hear everything from the deepest bass notes to the highest treble notes. The ES20s are also very efficient, meaning they don't require a lot of power to drive. This makes them a great choice for people who don't have a lot of power available, such as those who are using them in a small apartment or bedroom. In terms of sound quality, the ES20s are simply outstanding. They produce a wide, spacious soundstage with excellent imaging. The highs are clear and detailed, the mids are smooth and natural, and the bass is deep and powerful. These speakers are perfect for listening to all types of music, from classical to rock to jazz. Pros: Hi-Res Audio Certified Wide frequency response Efficient Great sound quality Affordable Cons: I can't think of any

The Polk Signature Elite ES20 is a stylish bookshelf speaker with a clean, modern design that I really appreciate. The sound is detailed and smooth, with clear mids and highs that make music enjoyable. For its size, it performs well, but like most bookshelf speakers, it needs a subwoofer to truly shine. I’ve paired mine with an SVS SB-2000 Pro, and the difference is night and day—the sub fills in the low end beautifully, making the system complete. My current setup is WiiM Pro Plus → Fosi ZD3 → Fosi ZP3 → dual Fosi ZA3 amps (in mono) powering the ES20s, with the SVS sub handling bass. In this chain, the ES20s do what they do best: deliver crisp, engaging sound without strain. If you’re planning a 2.1 system, these speakers are a great choice, just make sure to add a good subwoofer for full-range performance. Update: After the break-in period, the bass performance and clarity have improved. They are now more dynamic and punchy—for the price, I think these are great!

Fantastic speakers. The first bookshelf speaker I have purchased that really doesn't need a subwoofer especially for a small to medium sized room. Nice, clean sound. Even better sound with an equalizer. Very pleased.

Like so many bookshelf speakers these days, this one tries to be a jack-of-all trades and doesn't necessarily excel at any of them. That being said, I got them at a nice price on Prime Days and found them great value at that price, particularly for my small office. They are very heavy and pack a wallop on the low end - quite impressive for the speaker type. Unfortunately, I bought the Walnut and found it to be quite unappealing to the eye - weird color and a fiberglass-like simulated woodgrain. I sent these little punchers back; if the black ones come up at the discount price I'll revisit my purchase.

Purchased these as near field monitor speakers for enjoyment purposes as I'm not a producer. I do zero musical creation. I have these connected to a Fosi BT30D Pro at my desk and am thoroughly impressed! They're still breaking in, but initial impressions are a HUGE upgrade from an old Vizio soundbar with subwoofer I had connected. Audio feels full and vibrant. Speakers are set at a downward angle towards standard sitting position, which is 4ft evenly from each speaker. Volume does not have to be set obnoxiously loud to enjoy the bass levels. Tuned properly, there's no reason for you to second guess the audio quality. Appearances are well up there in my ratings as well. The black stained wood looks phenomenal. Cloth covers for the speakers are magnetic and do not look required to be connected. Aesthetics would not be compromised with the panels removed. Are there better options? Sure, possibly. However, you should get what looks as good as it sounds.

Good price and sound great, plus I really like the soft curved angles.

Impréssionnantes pour le prix. Elle donnent presque trop de basse !!!. L'idéal serait de les brancher sur un égaliseur ou un amplificateur égaliseur. Couplé à un DAC équippé d'une puce AKM et posé sur mousse acoustique, le rendu est incroyable. Le poids important de l'enceinte en vaux la peine. Je remarque qu'elle peuvent remplacer une enceinte colonne. Je recommande, et je continue à acheter Polk audio.

Buscaba unos altavoces de estantería con buenos graves y que no me gastará un dineral, estos ES20 me llamaron mucho su atención, conozco la marca porque ya tengo un central T30 que suena muy bien para películas y otros T15 que los uso como traseros de 5.1 y también suenan muy bien. Los ES20 los compré de oferta a buen precio, y llegaron en 1 semana, la entrega muy bien y procedo a desembalar que vienen muy bien protegidos, son espectaculares muy bonitos y de un acabado de mucha calidad, son bastante profundos lo que le da ese sonido con tanto cuerpo, el sistema que utiliza en su parte trasera como "bass reflex" es un avance en la tecnología/ingeniería, con este sistema no importa que el altavoz esté pegado a la pared , su diseño hace que se reparta la salida del aire sin ningún problema y con ello crear unos espectaculares graves sin esfuerzo. Me han sorprendido mucho , no me esperaba que unos altavoces de estantería sonarán como unos de suelo , increíble, el Twitter es verdaderamente claro y afina muy bien los siseos tanto de diálogos como de música sin ser para nada extridentes. Los recomiendo sin lugar a dudas , si buscas unos altavoces de estantería potentes , buenos en graves , con estos ES20 vas a disfrutar de tu música y de tus películas , sin ocupar todo tu comedor con grandes altavoces de suelo, es una opción muy válida y de calidad. Un 10 para polk audio por estos altavoces.

These are fantastic speakers - I'm a little blown away just how good they sound for bookshelves. These replaced some Definitive Technology towers I had in my small office. Love those speakers but they were too big and over powered the room. I wanted something with a smaller footprint but was worried about the loss in bass and midrange punch that the def techs have (they have a built in 12" subwoofer). Needless to say these things are fantastic - the bass coming from this speakers has taken me a back. Needless to say I'll be keeping these - not even sure I really need a subwoofer (though I am using these mainly for music - if you are using for a home theatre set up you'll still want something to hit those low notes. Don't hesitate on these ones, they are truly excellent.

Super Klang für den Preis Hammer Habe sie mit den KEF Q5 und KEF iq5 verglichen und die Bühne ist voller und grösser . Der Bass ist enorm und die Höhen klarer .

Fantastic product. Clear, warm and realistic sounding.