Polk TSI100 BLACK (Black)

2-way black TSi Series bookshelf speaker pair

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Want a lot of Polk for your buck? Polk raises the standards for great-sounding speakers at an incomparable value. The new TSi series is designed to be highly efficient and voice-matched for lifelike surround sound environments. These TSi100 bookshelf speakers bring warm, dynamic audio to your theater system, and the sophisticated, modern design fits in just about any room.

If this is your price, these are your speakers

If you need some new speakers and don't want to break the bank, you might think you have to compromise on quality. But, we've got exciting news: popular Polk Audio released a line of speakers that has high-end capabilites at an extremely affordable price. That's because they have anti-diffraction grilles, and they're designed to be really efficient so that you can power them even with older receivers. Plus, they produce decadant surround sound, and look great with any decor. We recommend using them with the PSW111 powered subwoofer, and the rest of the Polk TSi series, for optimum results.

Organic fiber cones

It isn't ice cream, but you would think so with all the types of speaker cones out there. What's a cone? It's the part of your speaker that delivers the audio. And, because sound reproduction is an art, there are probably as many materials to make and coat cones with as there are colors in an artist's paint set. Materials are chosen for stiffness, flexibility, and dampening ability. Quality midrange and bass drivers are usually made from paper, paper composites and laminates, or plastic materials such as polypropylene or mineral/fiber filled polypropylene. The surround may be resin-treated cloth, resin treated non-wovens, polymeric foams, or thermoplastic elastomers over-molded onto the cone body. The Polk TSi100 bookshelf speakers have organic fiber cones for strength and flexibility, with silk domes that produce a smooth, airy sound in the tweeters.

Are you for or against anti-diffraction grilles?

It's now time to talk to you about a special cause known as anti-diffraction. We here at Vann's are really concerned about distortion. And no — not distortion in the media, but distortion OF your media. You know, your home-theater audio experience? Diffraction is a type of distortion that occurs when sound reflects off an object such as a grille frame. The re-radiated sounds smear the original sound, much like ghost images on a TV smear the picture. Except instead of a ghost image, you get boxy-sounding audio. Well, James Polk wasn't president for nothing: let's just say he worked long and hard to pass the first "anti-diffraction grille" (rhymes with bill), so that audio can be free from the boxiness — because you have the right to great audio! Polk's anti-diffraction "Floating Grilles" lift the grilles literally off the baffle area, minimizing grille-edge reflections for clearer sound and more open imaging. (Bet you didn't know President Polk was such an audiophile back in the 1800s, did you.)

Ok, maybe we exaggerate about Polk

Maybe President Polk didn't actually know anything about speakers, but Polk Audio does. So, when you pick up a pair of speakers, dont forget to get the appropriate cables! Even the best speakers won't sound as good if you are trying to get HD sound through insufficient cables. So, click on the "accessories" tab above to see what kinds of cables you might need, or contact a Vann's customer service representative to find out more. End soapbox.

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TSI 100 Black (May 13, 2011)

Ease of Use		(5/5.0)
Value		(5/5.0)
Performance		(5/5.0)
Overall Rating		(5/5.0)

Reviewed By: Carol C. - Burbank, CA

The speakers are beautiful. The sound is fantastic. I have had Onkyo for a long time and thought they were great but compared to Polk they do not even come close. The price I paid was wonderful. And your packaging is the best I have ever seen. My speakers were in perfect condition even though the box was not. Very impressive.

Polk TSi100 Speakers (April 26, 2011)

Ease of Use		(5/5.0)
Value		(5/5.0)
Performance		(5/5.0)
Overall Rating		(5/5.0)

Reviewed By: David K. - West Jordan, UT

I bought these to replace some floor standing speakers which I no longer had room for. What a surprise, the Polks sound much better. For such a small bookshelf speaker, the sound is great! Highly recommended.

Quality sound from Polk (February 22, 2010)

Ease of Use		(4/5.0)
Value		(5/5.0)
Performance		(4/5.0)
Overall Rating		(4/5.0)

Reviewed By: Jim F. - Lawton, OK

Great speakers, solid and heavy although small and inexpensive. Sound is crisp at high and low volumes, bass is stout without a sub. Am using in a medium size bedroom and have no need for anything else. Better than Bose speakers, as good as the Harmon Kardens on my 5.1 happened to buy those at Vanns too. Very happy with speakers and speed of delivery.

Polk Tsi100 bookshelf speakers (February 11, 2010)

Ease of Use		(5/5.0)
Value		(5/5.0)
Performance		(5/5.0)
Overall Rating		(5/5.0)

Reviewed By: shawn s. - surprise, Z

Wow! Awesome sound. I didnt expect to get the volume and quality of sound from these sleek rear speakers. They definitely round out my entire set of Polk Audio speakers for a professional surround sound product. I would definitely recommend for any home !!

Polk TSi100's are AWESOME (June 04, 2009)

Ease of Use		(5/5.0)
Value		(5/5.0)
Performance		(5/5.0)
Overall Rating		(5/5.0)

Reviewed By: Tom U. - Liverpool, NY

I purchased these speakers last month from Vanns and could not be happier. I have been a music freak my whole life and have had all types of stereo and home theater systems over the years. I can tell you right now these speakers are incredible. I am currently using the TSi100s as my Fronts with a Sony AV Receiver, Mirage Subwoofer, Bose 161 Rears, and a Sony Blu-Ray Player. Concerts ranging from Fleetwood Mac to Amy Winehouse are stunning these speakers are so crystal clear they will generate goose bumps. The imaging on these TSi100s has to be heard to be believed! Nice work Mr. Polk.