Polk Audio RTi4 Real Wood Bookshelf Speakers — Pair
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Polk Audio RTi4 Real Wood Bookshelf Speakers — Pair
A refined and capable pair of bookshelf speakers from Polk Audio’s acclaimed RTi series, finished in genuine black oak wood veneer over acoustically inert MDF construction.
The RTi4 represents a significant evolution of Polk’s best-selling bookshelf line. Stereophile praised the design for its open, neutral midrange and pristine, extended high-frequency response — a testament to Polk’s Dynamic Balance driver technology, which uses laser interferometry to identify and eliminate resonance-inducing distortion across the entire cone surface. The 5.25-inch polymer composite woofer and redesigned 1-inch silk/polymer dome tweeter deliver a remarkably smooth, detailed sound that rewards careful listening with well-recorded material.
Two proprietary Polk bass technologies work in concert to extend low-frequency performance well beyond what the compact cabinet size would suggest. The rear-firing Power Port replaces a conventional bass port with a specially shaped diffuser cone that smooths turbulent airflow, reducing port noise and delivering cleaner, deeper bass. The ARC (Acoustic Resonance Control) port further refines midrange clarity by reducing internal standing waves. The result is surprisingly full, natural sound down to 50 Hz — impressive for a bookshelf speaker of this size.
The cabinet itself reflects serious attention to detail. Real black oak wood veneer over 3/4-inch MDF with extensive internal bracing virtually eliminates sound-muddying cabinet resonance. Dual gold-plated 5-way binding posts allow for bi-amping or bi-wiring, and an integrated keyhole slot enables wall mounting. These speakers perform beautifully as stereo mains in a small to medium room, or as surrounds in a larger home theater system.
Specifications:
Type: 2-way bass reflex bookshelf speaker (pair)
Tweeter: 1-inch (25 mm) silk/polymer composite dome
Woofer: 5.25-inch (133 mm) Dynamic Balance polymer composite cone
Crossover frequency: 1.9 kHz (12 dB/octave slopes)
Frequency response: 60 Hz – 26 kHz (-3 dB)
Frequency range: 50 Hz – 27 kHz
Sensitivity: 89 dB (2.83V/1m)
Impedance: 8 ohms
Recommended amplifier power: 20 – 125 watts
Connections: dual gold-plated 5-way binding posts (bi-amp/bi-wire capable)
Wall mountable via integrated keyhole slot
Cabinet: 3/4-inch MDF with internal bracing
Finish: real black oak wood veneer
Dimensions (each): (Width x Height x Depth) 6.94 x 12 x 11.31 inches (176 x 305 x 287 mm)
Weight (each): 12 lbs (5.4 kg)
A genuinely musical bookshelf speaker with real wood veneer, advanced bass technology, and the kind of detail retrieval that earned praise from Stereophile. An excellent choice for stereo or home theater use.
Backed by Radique Audio’s 90-day warranty and our perpetual trade-back policy, you can purchase with confidence.
| Weight | 26 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15.3 × 20 × 16 in |
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