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Reserve Series R200
Polk Audio

Reserve Series R200

5(13 ratings)

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$639.00at AmazonChecked 1 h ago

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $639.00 at Amazon on Nov 12.
  • Checked at 14 stores.

Our take on the Reserve Series R200

The Polk Audio Reserve R200 is a passive two-way bookshelf speaker sold as a pair, built around a 1-inch Pinnacle Ring Radiator tweeter and a 6.5-inch turbine cone woofer. It borrows the transducer design of Polk's flagship Legend line and adds a proprietary X-Port that suppresses port noise. It is a wired speaker with no Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, amplification or streaming built in, so it needs a separate amp rated 30W to 200W. Owners rate it highly for detail and a wide sweet spot, and it competes with pricier bookshelf models on driver technology rather than on features.

Best forTwo-channel music listeners with a separate amplifierSmall to mid-size rooms needing stand-mounted speakersHome theater front or surround dutyBuyers who want flagship-style drivers without flagship pricing
Pros
  • Pinnacle Ring Radiator tweeter widens the listening sweet spot
  • Turbine cone woofer keeps the cone stiff without adding mass
  • X-Port reduces chuffing noise from the rear port
  • Inherits driver tech from Polk's Legend series
  • Handles amplifiers from 30W to 200W
Cons
  • Fully passive: no amp, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or streaming built in
  • No HDMI, optical or USB inputs, so it needs a source and amplifier
  • Rear port needs some space from the wall
  • No room correction or app control

Reserve Series R200 prices at every store

  • Abt Electronics & AppliancesNew

    In stock

    $639.00+ $37.90 shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • Altitudo AudioNew

    In stockShips from Canada · duties may applyReturn policy

    $803.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • BrandsMart USANew

    In stock

    $799.00+ $100.00 shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • Accessories4lessRefurbished

    Availability unknown

    $569.00Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • AmazonNew

    Availability unknown

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    $639.00Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • SweetwaterNew

    Availability unknown

    $639.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • TargetNew

    Availability unknown

    $639.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • Macy'sNew

    Availability unknown

    $639.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • WalmartNew

    Availability unknownSold by World Wide Stereo (Authorized)

    $639.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • B&H Photo-Video AudioNew

    Availability unknown

    $639.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • Best BuyNew

    Availability unknown

    $639.99Checked 1 h ago
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  • Turntable LabNew

    Availability unknown

    $799.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • PC Richard & SonNew

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    $799.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • NordstromNew

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    $799.00Checked 1 h ago
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Reserve Series R200 price history

Lowest price we've seen: $639.00 on Nov 13 at Abt Electronics & Appliances. Tracked across 12 stores since Nov 13.

What reviewers say

  • 5 / 513 ratings

Owners give the R200 top marks, praising its detail and imaging for the money and calling it a strong value against costlier bookshelf speakers. Criticism centers on it being a passive speaker that demands a capable amplifier and placement care.

What people mention
  • Sound qualityPraisedOwners describe detailed highs and a wide, forgiving sweet spot.
  • BassPraisedReviewers find the woofer delivers tight, controlled low end for a bookshelf model.
  • ValuePraisedBuyers say it holds its own against speakers costing considerably more.
  • AmplificationMixedIt is passive, so owners note results depend heavily on the amplifier paired with it.
  • PlacementMixedThe rear port means some owners had to experiment with distance from the wall.

About the Reserve Series R200

The Polk Audio Reserve Series R200 is a pair of standmount bookshelf speakers. They use transducer technology from Polk's flagship Legend series. The design is minimalist.

Each speaker has a 1-inch Pinnacle Ring Radiator tweeter. Its pointed shape guides high frequencies around the room and widens the sweet spot. The 6½-inch Turbine Cone woofer is built to be more rigid without adding mass, so the cone can move with more accuracy and speed.

A rear X-Port reduces the noise made by air moving through the cabinet port at high speed. The speakers are Hi-Res Audio certified, with high-end response up to 40kHz. They are Dolby Atmos enabled, so they can play Atmos and DTS:X content.

Speaker type
Standmount (bookshelf)
Sold as
Pair (2 speakers)
Tweeter
1" Pinnacle Ring Radiator
Woofer
6½" Turbine Cone
Frequency response
39Hz - 50kHz overall; 51Hz - 38kHz (-3dB limits)
Crossover
3000 (tweeter/woofer)
Sensitivity
86dB (2.83V/1m)
Impedance
Minimum 3.8Ω; compatible with 8Ω / 6Ω / 4Ω amplifier outputs
Amplifier power
30W - 200W recommended
Enclosure
Rear X-Port
Binding posts
Nickel-plated 5-way, single
Feet
Rubber pads
Wall mounting
Not wall-mountable (no keyhole slots)

Specifications

Color
Black
Bluetooth
false
Wi-Fi
false
Speaker Phone
false
USB Port
false
NFC
false
Water Resistant
false
Rock Speaker

Questions and answers

Do the R200 speakers need an amplifier?
Yes. They are passive speakers with no built-in amplification, so you need a stereo or AV amplifier rated roughly 30W to 200W per channel.
Can I stream music to them directly?
No. There is no Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, AirPlay or app control. Streaming comes from your amplifier or a separate streamer.
How do they compare with Polk's Legend series?
The R200 uses the same Pinnacle Ring Radiator tweeter and turbine cone design as the flagship Legend line, in a simpler cabinet at a lower tier.
What is in the box?
A pair of R200 bookshelf speakers. Speaker cable and an amplifier are not included.
Where should I place them?
On stands or a shelf with some space behind them, since the X-Port vents at the rear and needs room to breathe.
Where is the Reserve Series R200 cheapest?
At Amazon, for $639.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Reserve Series R200?
Rated 5 out of 5 from 13 ratings.
Where can I buy the Reserve Series R200?
14 stores we checked sell it, including Altitudo Audio, Amazon, Accessories4less, Abt Electronics & Appliances, Sweetwater.

Stores we've priced the Reserve Series R200 at

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Dimensions
7.5 x 14.1 x 13.9 in (190 x 359 x 353.8 mm), W x H x D, including feet
Weight
19.1 lbs (8.7 kg) each
Finishes
Black, Walnut, White
Certifications
Hi-Res Audio certified
false
Number of Speakers In Set
2
Waterproof
false
AirPlay
false
Built-In Mic
false
Digital Display
false
Aux Input
false
Recommended Amplifier Power
30W - 200W
App Controlled
false
Optical Digital Input
false
SonosNet
false
Control Button(s)
false
Microphone Mute
false
Coaxial Digital Input
false
HDMI Input
false
HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)
false
4K Video Passthrough
false
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