I modified a pair of Polk S 20 by removing the Polyfill for real acoustic foam and also puting a 1 millimeter thick damping between the front baffle and the plastic ornamentation which cover most of the front baffle. The results were quite satisfying in regard to the purity of tones and a slightly thigher bass. I found that a lot of speakers will sound much better with an adequate investment in damping and crossover upgrades. I really like your video and I'm now a sbscriber! Thanks!
@andrzejjaniak6849
4 күн бұрын
Question -I am looking to upgrade my ES20. I would like to have better controlled bass and less harsh high notes. Would R200 be a good direction? Thanks a lot.
@Miranda-ec3xt
20 күн бұрын
Thanks for the review , I found a good deal for the S20s on the used market was trying to see if worth buying for my study. (About US$120 which is really good for here in Australia) after watching this think I think I will grab cuz I generally listen on very low volumes on a V curve . would have been perfect if the low end went down to 33-34Hz... I really dont need anything below that.
@doublet147
Жыл бұрын
A side by side comparison of Polk R700 & Paradigm Premier 800F (both towers) would be very interesting. Both amazing speakers & similar in price.
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
That would be an interesting comparison. If I ever get the opportunity, I will make it happen.
@RP-ms7lu
5 ай бұрын
Nice comparison. I think r200 a bit more transparent.
@andrzejjaniak6849
5 күн бұрын
Great video. Very helpful. Thanks!
@Johnnytrades101
Жыл бұрын
Great video! The transitions between the two sets of speakers is seamless, very well done! can easily hear the differences. I have heard both Polks. The S20s were impressive for the money. But, after a short time seemed scratchy and somewhat vague in the bass, for their price, (a nice dinner out costs more) Polk knows what they are doing. I listened to the R200's in Barrett's room. I was impressed with the sound coming out of the unassuming generic boxes! Clear, and punchy, nothing but goodness! I was impressed. Again, great performance for the dollar. The R200's held their own compared to much more expensive speakers which says a lot about the R series. Great value!! keep the good stuff coming! Cheers!
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
Hey John, thanks for coming by and lending your ear to do some listening. I have to agree, the R200’s really do hold their own, then I think about the price and it makes me wonder how they do it. I can’t wait to put them head to head with some other bookshelf speakers I have in house.
@Johnnytrades101
Жыл бұрын
@@SpecOfTech For sure! Cost does not always mean better. The polks crushed a couple of more pricy speakers easily. Saying that, there are a set I really really like! 4 times the price of the Polks, IMO they sound phenomenal and perform above their price point! You know which ones lol
@susantapaul1118
Жыл бұрын
Cambridge axr 85 and Polk s20 is good combination?
@almadacr70
Жыл бұрын
That's a easy one even without watching the video R200 all the way
@FatFolksProductions
Жыл бұрын
I would love to see a companion between the L200's and the R200's.
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
Maybe one day I can make that happen…cheers.
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
Me too, I hope I can make that happen one day soon.
@charlesking678
Жыл бұрын
I bought the l200 and r200. Played them both in my home. I much preferred the r200's. The legend series has very low sensitivity so you better have a big amp to drive them to get the most out of them. I used a marantz model 30 integrated amplifier and found the r200 much more enjoyable.
@rickp6731
Жыл бұрын
Fischer & Fischer Speakers made out of SLATE gets you the closest to an Live Event than anything else on the planet😇Heaven on Earth🙂 Slate is the very best material for speaker cabinets period
@dicmccoy
Жыл бұрын
I'd like to know how much closer they are to each other after DSP? Flatten the response on the S20 to make a more neutral sounding speaker. Would have been great if you brought that into your comparison reviews.
@arikononen4022
Жыл бұрын
You cant make plasticky speaker driver and tweeter in a hollow box sound the same as decent quality ones found from r200.
@madcrabber1113
Жыл бұрын
@@arikononen4022 I have been surprised by just how much dsp can do.
@doublet147
Жыл бұрын
DSP can be an amazing tool, but when you DSP speakers flat (according to your listening space) and compare, you'll still notice differences. Especially if they aren't similar quality of build, materials & price.
@damianhaber4890
Жыл бұрын
I own the TSi200 (on sale at $200) and I'm very pleased with them!
@albionmx77
Жыл бұрын
Hi Barrett, would love to see a S20 vs ES20 comparison vid .
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
Sorry for the late reply, it's been insanely busy. If I ever get the ES20 in house, I'll be sure to do that...cheers.
@ce386
7 ай бұрын
ООО да тоже хотелось бы посмотреть!!!
@Victrola777
9 ай бұрын
More coloration with the S20's.
@arikononen4022
Жыл бұрын
R200 sounds tight and neutral. S20 plastic tweeter is harsh and bass is round and fat
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
You're right about the R200, spot on. The tweeter on the S20 is a soft dome though, not plastic my friend.
@dperr338
3 ай бұрын
Sounds very similar but the R200 is more detailed and accurate. ES20 is more warm with a more bloated sounding bass. Those R200s sound great.
@tigertom53
Жыл бұрын
I have the s15 but I hear the se versions are much better thinking about upgrading. 🤔
@ChiefExecutiveOrbiter
Жыл бұрын
Either version of the 20 model would be an upgrade
@manishmv
2 ай бұрын
what do you think about multiple edifier bookshelf speakers and connect them to pc that has 7.1 channel soundcard built in motherboard. Do you think it can sound as good as lets say polk speaker setup? I am asking this as I think that i can avoid purchasing an AVR this way.
@UnitedCanuck
4 ай бұрын
A smart shopper will gonfor the ES20.
@cb7pwn
9 ай бұрын
R200 aren't "budget" lol not many people have 1000bucks for bookshelfs
@SpecOfTech
9 ай бұрын
haha, I guess you're right, everyone has different budgets. They won't be budget for everyone.
@donjaun540
Жыл бұрын
Great comparison. I liked those songs too. Shook my TV. 😮🤣 Very cool. 👍
@psyphonyxaudio
Жыл бұрын
Polked in the ears!
@psyphonyxaudio
Жыл бұрын
Damn - .. they are REALLY close sounding through this recording. That's a tough call. IF anything, I'd say the reserve are a touch more refined.
@nicotorres5867
6 ай бұрын
Hello! Thank you for the video, awesome work! Out of curiosity, what would you say is the next step up to the R200 in terms of similar sound?
@SpecOfTech
5 ай бұрын
Oh man, that's a really tough call. The R200's are quite neutral and accurate. Possibly something like the KEF R3 Meta. They are quite neutral, should provide more detail and they are also a step up in the looks department.
@BuildMontage
Жыл бұрын
Great detailed and thorough review mate. I have to say that sound stage with the LEDs changing colours… 🎉 2:21
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tony, I can't wait to do more of these!
@BuildMontage
Жыл бұрын
@@SpecOfTech you’re very good at this type of video mate. Look forward to more!
@Luke-qs2cg
Жыл бұрын
Es20 sounds metallic/cheap. You can clearly hear the driver distortion
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
Yeah, they do a good job for their price, but the R200 are just plain better. Polk knocked it out of the park with the Reserve speakers.
@keepingupwiththejones2933
Жыл бұрын
This like hiring Michelangelo to paint your house. Please Perlisten send this artist some speakers commensurate with his speaker review cred.
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
lol WOW, that's some compliment, thanks man. I would love to test out the Perlisten speakers one day!
@gaurd3
Жыл бұрын
If you like boosted treble. Lol. I know people have their preferences but just sounds weird.
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
Lol yeah it does, but a lot of people like that sound.
@Kbaum752
Жыл бұрын
I noticed the side by side with the focals, are the Polk r200 better?
@balamuruganj6058
Жыл бұрын
Looking forward for this response
@retroforce6919
Жыл бұрын
How does the Polk R200 compared to SVS ultra bookself speakers?
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
That comparison is coming in the future. I haven't compared them yet, so it's tough to say...just stay tuned on t he channel.
@tigertom53
Жыл бұрын
How about the r100 vs s20?😎
@jeanmarclillard4992
9 ай бұрын
Hello, I have a Denon AVC-S660H amp and a Creative AE9 sound card with a 9038 ESS SABER DAC. Is this enough to ride the Polk R200? Thanks :)
@SpecOfTech
9 ай бұрын
Yes, absolutely
@jeanmarclillard4992
9 ай бұрын
@@SpecOfTech Thank you :)
@vgnow6558
Жыл бұрын
Hello, how would you rate es20 against bronze 100? Is es20 a good choice or should I go with Bronze 100? I want bass and good vocals
@vgnow6558
11 ай бұрын
@@SpecOfTech not 200, I was enquiring about bronze 100, which is a bookshelf
@SpecOfTech
11 ай бұрын
@@vgnow6558 Sorry, I misread that. I have never heard the Bronze 100, so I can't give an educated answer. Based on their specs only I would assume the Bronze will have better bass with it's 8" cone and rated freq response. For vocals your guess is as good as mine as I never heard the Bronze 100. Based on their specs on paper I would choose the Bronze, personally.
@eyeshezzy
Жыл бұрын
Polkamania 😅😂
@billsmith3439
Жыл бұрын
So.....No Sonetto review then?
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
lol it's coming, I have a lot of content to get through. I was waiting for the final Sonetto speaker to come in, and it will be here this week. I will start working on the reviews now.
@Jil8840
Жыл бұрын
Great test.
@shawnperepelytz6397
Жыл бұрын
The R200 are on sale for $549 CAD.
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
That is an amazing deal for these speakers!
@shawnperepelytz6397
Жыл бұрын
@@SpecOfTech online from Gibby’s in Hamilton.
@mikelary88
Жыл бұрын
Got my Paradigm 120H’s in this week. COULDN’T BE HAPPIER!
@SpecOfTech
Жыл бұрын
What finish did you get? I'm glad you love them brother, I miss mine.
@junior-OG
Жыл бұрын
nice
@mikelary88
Жыл бұрын
@@SpecOfTech I went with the black walnut to match my current aesthetics. Since it was going to be a replace over time approach, I wanted the pieces to blend in as I went for each upgrade. If I could have afforded to do a full rip & replace I would have gone with that midnight cherry 🔥
@CynicalDad81
7 ай бұрын
Or we could just listen to nails on chalkboard…
@SpecOfTech
7 ай бұрын
That wouldn't be my choice of music, but to each their own.
@ce386
Жыл бұрын
s 20 is better than r200 and there is nothing to market here
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