Polk Audio Reserve R200AE 50th Anniversary Edition Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)
Polk Audio Reserve R200AE 50th Anniversary Edition Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) SPEAKER STANDS SOLD SEPARATELY Polk celebrates 50 years of innovation with a collectible edition of our iconic Reserve R200 bookshelf speaker, numbered and signed by Matthew Polk. Only 1,000 pairs produced.Collectible, limited-edition model, only 1,000 pairs produced 50th anniversary, serialized commemorative plaque with etched Matthew Polk signature Same award-winning acoustics and performance as original R200 Upgraded aesthetics and components with authentic cherry wood veneer and more MATTHEW POLK APPROVEDA CELEBRATION OF FIFTY YEARS OF GREAT SOUND FOR ALLWe chose our most celebrated speaker in recent years, the Reserve R200, to commemorate Polk’s 50th Anniversary with this special collector’s edition model, limited to a one-time production run of 1,000 units worldwide. Signed by Matthew Polk and numbered on a unique, laser-etched backplate. Includes a certificate of authenticity.LEGENDARY SOUNDCOLLECTOR’S EDITION OF AN AWARD-WINNING ICONIntegrating acoustic innovations found in our flagship Legend Series, the original R200 earned The Absolute Sound’s 2021 Bookshelf Loudspeaker of the Year and 2022 Editor’s Choice accolades; the Reserve Series is Sound & Vision’s Top Pick of 2022 and has earned countless 5-star reviews from Polk fans around the world.A MODERN CLASSICSIGNATURE CHERRY WOOD FINISH AND REFINED COMPONENTSThis special-edition speaker embodies all the innovations that make the R200 a Polk classic, with distinctive touches worthy of a rare collectible—from its authentic oiled cherry wood veneer to upgraded crossovers and premium 24K gold-plated five-way binding posts.PINNACLE RING RADIATOR TWEETERHIGH-RESOLUTION SOUND WHEREVER YOU SITThe Pinnacle Ring Radiator Tweeter’s unique waveguide provides broader high-frequency dispersion for a room-spanning sweet spot. With sound reproduction beyond 40kHz and ultra-fast and accurate transients, with the R200AE, you’ll enjoy crisp clarity and detail wherever you’re seated.TURBINE CONE WOOFERMULTIDIMENSIONAL MIDRANGE AND BASSRelentless prototyping and refinement resulted in the striking Turbine Cone Woofer’s unique ridged design. Its ultra-light, yet ultra-rigid cone provides sound reproduction with increased power, accuracy, and speed. You’ll hear breathtaking midrange, detailed bass, and a wide dynamic range in everything you listen to.PATENTED X-PORTHEAR PURE, UNMASKED SOUNDTraditional ported speaker designs increase low- frequency performance, but often mask midrange details due to port resonances. Polk's proprietary X-Port uses specially tuned eigentone filters to cancel out unwanted resonances. With X-Port you get the best of both worlds: tight, distortion-free bass and a superbly detailed midrange.ANTI-RESONANT CABINETS AND ANTI-DIFFRACTION GRILLESACOUSTICALLY OPTIMIZED INSIDE AND OUTR200AE’s acoustically transparent, magnetic grilles offer a clean look without interfering with sonic performance. Behind the grilles is a world of audio innovation. These rigid, acoustically inert cabinets have been carefully cross-braced and optimized through laser Doppler vibrometry to eliminate unwanted interior resonances.CELEBRATING SOUND THAT DEFINES OUR LEGACY THE EMBODIMENT OF 50 YEARS OF INNOVATIONIn 1972, Matthew Polk and a team of maverick engineers had a vision: to deliver a truly audiophile experience at an affordable price. Five decades later, we remain true to those values in our relentless quest to provide Great Sound for All—manifested in the Reserve R200AE 50th Anniversary Edition.PROVEN SONIC EXCELLENCEPATENTED ACOUSTICS, CERTIFIED SONIC EXCELLENCEThe R200AE 50th Anniversary Edition features all the audio innovations that define the sound of our iconic bookshelf speaker, with upgraded components and refinements.SIGNATURE SPEAKER TECHNOLOGIESDesigned and engineered in Baltimore, these special-edition speakers showcase award-winning acoustic innovations to deliver that iconic Polk sound you know and love.REFINED INSIDE AND OUTThe R200AE 50th Anniversary Edition sounds—and looks—amazing, thanks to enhancements ranging from upgraded crossover components and binding posts to its stunning oiled cherry wood finish.HI-RES AUDIO CERTIFIEDUncover incredible clarity and detail in even the highest-resolution digital audio to experience music and movie sound in its purest form. Specs SpecificationSpeaker Type StandmountUOM (Sold As) PairTRANSDUCERTweeter 1" Pinnacle Ring RadiatorMid-range/Mid-bass -Woofers 6 ½” Turbine ConeOverall Frequency Response 39Hz - 50kHzFrequency Response (-3dB limits) 51Hz - 38kHzRecommended Amplifier Power 30 - 200WAmplifier Output Compatibility 8Ω / 6Ω / 4ΩMinimum Impedance (ohms) 3.8ΩSensitivity (2.83V/1m) 86dBCROSSOVERTweeter/Mid-range Crossover Frequency 3000 HzMid-range/Mid-bass Crossover Frequency -MEASUREMENTSProduct Dimensions W x H x D (Includes width of feet) 7.5 x 14.1 x 13.9 in190 x 359 x 353.8mmProduct Weight (each) 19.1 lbs/8.7 kgShipping Weight 43.4 lbs/19.7 kgShipping Dimensions (WxHxD) 21 x 17.6 x 17.8 in533 x 448 x 452mmCABINETRYNew CRC (Mid-Range Enclosure Type) -Mid-Bass / Woofer Enclosure Type Rear X-PortAvailable Finishes Cherry WoodFeet Rubber padsWall-Mountable (keyhole slots) NoBinding Posts: 24k Gold-plated 5-Way SingleCertifications (Non-Safety and Regulatory)Hi-Res Certified Yes Product Video