Polk Audio Reserve R100 Bookshelf Speakers in Brown
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| Condition | NEW |
| Payment methods | |
| Ships from | Grand Rapids, MI, 49512 |
| Ships to | United States |
| Package dimensions | 15.0" x 15.0" x 12.0" (26.0 lbs) |
| Voltage | Unspecified |
| Shipping carrier | UPS |
| Shipping cost | Free |
| Original accessories | Box, Manual |
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Polk Audio Reserve R100 Bookshelf Speakers, Pair
American Innovation in Premium Brown - Looks Like Walnut - Finish
• Brand/Model/Finish: Polk Audio Reserve R100 Bookshelf Speakers in elegant brown veneer
• Condition: Brand New in Original Factory Packaging
• Retail: $749 per pair
• Configuration: 2-way bookshelf design with turbine cone midrange/woofer and Pinnacle ring radiator tweeter
• Design: Premium Reserve Series engineering with sophisticated brown wood veneer and advanced driver technologies
• What's Included: Complete pair in original manufacturer packaging with all accessories, grilles, and protective materials
• Warranty: Full 5-year manufacturer's warranty coverage from date of purchase
From Baltimore Innovation to Reserve Excellence
For over five decades, Polk Audio has represented American loudspeaker innovation, combining breakthrough driver technologies with accessible pricing that brings high-performance sound to music lovers everywhere. Founded in 1972 by Matthew Polk and fellow Johns Hopkins University students, the company built its reputation on creating speakers that deliver honest, engaging sound without the premium pricing of exotic brands.
Polk's legacy spans from their revolutionary SDA stereo imaging technology to today's Reserve Series that incorporates the most advanced materials and construction techniques. The company's philosophy centers on making exceptional sound accessible, proving that innovative engineering and musical performance don't require compromise or luxury pricing.
The Reserve Series represents Polk's most ambitious achievement in high-end speaker design, bringing flagship technologies to serious music enthusiasts who demand both performance and value.
The Bookshelf Speaker That Brings Flagship Performance Home
The R100 represents Polk's most refined achievement in compact speaker design, incorporating breakthrough driver technologies developed through decades of acoustic research. This isn't just another bookshelf speaker—it's a precision instrument that brings reference-level performance to any room while maintaining the approachable character that has made Polk legendary.
Positioned as the foundation of Polk's prestigious Reserve lineup, the R100 combines revolutionary turbine cone technology with a premium Pinnacle ring radiator tweeter for exceptional performance. The elegant brown veneer finish adds warmth and sophistication to any listening environment while the advanced construction ensures decades of musical satisfaction.
Where Turbine Science Meets Ring Radiator Precision
Revolutionary Turbine Cone Technology
• Patented Curved Geometry: Unique turbine design reduces distortion while improving dispersion across the critical midrange frequencies
• Advanced Material Construction: Proprietary cone material provides optimal stiffness-to-weight ratio for accurate reproduction
• Reduced Standing Waves: Curved surface eliminates resonant patterns that color midrange reproduction
• Enhanced Dispersion Pattern: Maintains consistent frequency response across wider listening angles
• Vocal Clarity Optimization: Specifically engineered for natural reproduction of human voice and acoustic instruments
Premium Pinnacle Ring Radiator Tweeter
• Ring Radiator Design: Advanced tweeter architecture provides extended frequency response with smooth, natural character
• Wide Dispersion Control: Maintains consistent high-frequency response across broad listening positions
• Low Distortion Operation: Precision-engineered motor system ensures clean reproduction at all output levels
• Extended Response Range: Frequency response extends well beyond audible range for complete harmonic reproduction
• Professional-Grade Construction: High-quality materials ensure long-term reliability and consistent performance
Sophisticated Cabinet Architecture
• Premium Brown Veneer: Beautiful wood finish combines acoustic benefits with elegant aesthetic appeal
• Advanced Bracing Design: Internal reinforcement eliminates unwanted cabinet resonances and vibrations
• Optimized Port Tuning: Precision-designed rear port extends bass response while maintaining clarity
• Magnetic Grille System: Removable grilles attach securely without visible fasteners or sonic interference
• Quality Binding Posts: High-grade terminals ensure secure connections and optimal signal transfer
How These Speakers Transform Your Musical Experience
The R100's sonic signature delivers the engaging, natural sound that has made Polk legendary while incorporating the clarity and detail that modern recordings demand. This isn't artificial excitement—this is balanced, musical reproduction that serves the emotional content of your favorite recordings while revealing new details in familiar material.
The turbine cone technology creates midrange reproduction that sounds remarkably natural and uncolored, making voices and acoustic instruments appear with startling realism. The advanced geometry eliminates the resonances that plague conventional drivers, resulting in clarity that lets you hear deeper into recordings than ever before.
Bass response extends surprisingly deep for compact monitors, with the optimized port design providing foundation and impact that eliminates the need for a subwoofer in most applications. The precise timing and control ensure that every bass note supports rather than overwhelms the critical midrange information.
"The R100 Proves Small Speakers Can Sound Big"
What Hi-Fi? Magazine: "The Polk Reserve R100 delivers a combination of advanced technology and musical engagement that redefines expectations for compact speakers. This is American engineering at its most innovative."
Sound & Vision Review: "These speakers capture Polk's talent for creating natural, involving sound while incorporating technologies typically found in much more expensive designs. The R100 proves that performance doesn't require premium pricing."
Home Theater Review: "The R100's turbine cone technology creates a midrange presentation so natural you forget you're listening to speakers rather than live music. This is how bookshelf speakers should sound."
The Numbers Behind the Performance
• Driver Configuration: 2-way bass reflex design
• Frequency Response: 55Hz - 38kHz (±3dB)
• Sensitivity: 88dB @ 1W/1m
• Impedance: 8 ohms nominal
• Power Handling: 20-150 watts RMS
• Crossover Frequency: 3.2kHz
• Woofer: 5.25-inch turbine cone driver
• Tweeter: 1-inch Pinnacle ring radiator
• Cabinet Type: Rear-ported bass reflex enclosure
• Binding Posts: High-quality gold-plated terminals
• Dimensions: 7.0" x 11.7" x 8.8" (W x H x D)
• Weight: 11.9 lbs each
• Finish: Premium brown wood veneer with magnetic grilles
Where These Speakers Shine Brightest
Perfect Applications
• Desktop and near-field listening: Ideal size and performance for close-range critical listening applications
• Small to medium rooms: Sufficient output and bass extension for intimate listening environments
• Music-focused systems: Natural, engaging sound reproduction prioritizes musical truth over artificial effects
• Home office setups: Professional appearance and controlled output perfect for workspace applications
• Upgrade scenarios: Exceptional step-up performance for listeners ready to experience advanced driver technology
Plays Nicely With...
• Amplifier Requirements: Works optimally with receivers or amplifiers from 20-150 watts per channel
• Source Compatibility: Reveals improvements in source quality while remaining forgiving of compressed material
• Room Integration: Rear-port design accommodates near-wall placement while maintaining performance
• System Building: Excellent foundation for stereo music systems or surround sound applications
• Stand Mounting: Designed for optimal performance on quality speaker stands at ear level
Why Reserve Speakers Deliver Smart Value
The R100's combination of advanced driver technology and premium brown finish represents outstanding value for listeners seeking both innovation and aesthetic appeal.
The Reserve Series engineering and quality construction ensure these speakers will deliver satisfying performance for years while the elegant brown veneer adds warmth and sophistication to any environment.
Everything You Get
• Polk Audio Reserve R100 Bookshelf Speakers
• Complete owner's manual and setup guide
• Removable magnetic grilles for flexible aesthetic options
• High-quality binding posts for secure cable connections
• Warranty registration materials and technical support information
• Full 5-year manufacturer's warranty from purchase date
Experience Reserve Series Innovation Today
The R100 represents Polk's commitment to making advanced speaker technology accessible to serious music lovers. This isn't just a speaker purchase—it's an investment in American innovation that brings flagship driver technologies to your music collection at an exceptional price point.
Every listening session reveals the natural, engaging sound that has made Polk legendary while incorporating the advanced technologies that modern music reproduction demands. The elegant brown finish adds visual warmth that complements the musical character these speakers deliver.
American engineering excellence meets accessible high-end performance in speakers that redefine compact monitor expectations. Secure this exceptional pair today and discover why the Reserve R100 has earned recognition as one of the finest bookshelf speakers in its class.
Price shown is for one pair of R100s.
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