Is the Polk Monitor XT12 good for movies?

Yes. Its 12-inch ported design reaches about 24 Hz, so it adds real rumble to action scenes. It works best in a mid-size room at moderate to loud volumes.

Does it need a special receiver?

It needs a receiver or processor with a subwoofer/LFE output. There are no speaker-level inputs, so older stereo amps without a sub out will not drive it directly.

How do I set the crossover and phase?

Set the low-pass dial to match your speakers, often around 80 Hz when using small bookshelf models, and flip the phase switch if bass sounds thin at the listening seat.

Is it better than the Polk PSW10?

The XT12 has a larger 12-inch woofer and plays deeper than the 10-inch PSW10. It is the better pick for home theater; the PSW10 is smaller and easier to tuck away.

The subwoofer, a power cord and basic documentation. An RCA subwoofer cable is not included, so plan to supply one.

Can it keep up with tower speakers?

For most rooms, yes, but its 100 W peak amp has less headroom than pricier subs. Very large rooms or reference-level listening may want more power.

Where is the Polk Monitor XT12 cheapest?

At Amazon, for $399.00, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Polk Monitor XT12?

4 stores we checked sell it, including Polk Audio, Bowers & Wilkins, ProjectorScreen.com, Amazon.

Polk Monitor XT12

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