What are the wattage ratings (RMS?) for these, and would they be compatible with the Polk CS10 center channel speaker? Thanks
363353
The speakers are recommended to be driven with 20-125 watt amp. I use my RM8s as surround speakers for the Polk CSI-A6 and an old pair of RTA 11s. When compared with that setup they are a little bright and less full sounding. They work well for surrounds in my situation. I don't know about the CS10. I would ask your question on a Polk forum for a more informed answer.
1301223
I'm not an expert, but I went off of the 175W per channel rating when I bought this. The speakers I got were Polk Audio TSi 400's that are capable of taking 200W of power so I knew that the receiver couldn't overpower the speakers if I cranked it up.
511412
They are 1500rms. Between 750 and 850 is optimal for these. I have a 3200.1bd Zeus pushing 2 of these 12's. It's turned way down of course. I Listen at loud volumes all the time and I haven't had any issues. You were probably pushing it to hard. Try turning the amp down. If I didn't purchase these I would have chosen a different sub. If money isn't a object try sundown audio D2's. If you want to stick with L7's then just turn your amp down so because anything over its peak watts is just producing heat which will blow your subs every time! Hope this helped
82496
According to Polk's website they recommend at least 20 watts per speaker... Electrical Total Frequency Response 50Hz-27kHz Upper -3dB Limit 26 kHz Lower -3dB Limit 60 Hz Nominal Impedance 8 ohms Efficiency 89 dB Crossover Tweeter/midrange Crossover Frequency 1.9 kHz Recommended Amplifier Power 20-125 watts per channel Inputs Dual 5-way binding posts
24388
these are great speakers. we have two sets. i am at work, but the manual says the width of the center speaker is 7-5/8" which i will attest is correct. i found the manual at http://www.jbl.com/images/media/SCS_145.5_OM_EN.pdf.
1474933
I believe these are 120 watts rms and 500 watts peak each, hope that helps. Note that even at 120 watts you will want the bass turned down a bit. These speakers ratings are not tested throughout the entire frequency range. 500 watts going through these speakers at a very low frequency would blow them apart.
1254156
No they have a capacitor soldered on the positive terminal of the tweeter eliminating the need for a crossover like you would use for most component speakers. I must warn you if you plan on powering these to their rms wattage for a balanced system your midrange must be double what your putting to the tweeter. Example: 200 watt tweeter should have 400 watts of midrange. These tweeters are no joke they scream. If you have an entry level system these are not for you. If you plan on under powering the tweeters what's the point to buy them. Buy a tweeter that matches your midrange and sub.
2258314
These speakers need power. I have 120W per channel and they could take more. Dont skimp on power.
202841
Thang:Again thank you for your helpful response. I will now shop for a sub, and hopefully complete my system soon. It is a more difficult task than I first thought.I have the Bose single cube speakers that I plan to use, but I am unable to determine the ohm rating of these speakers. Can you assist me with this. I have been studying the 806 manual and the speaker ohm rating is one entry that needs to be input by me. Hopefully I will be able to get things up and running soon. Thanks.Charles
87407
I have a Yamaha with 120 watts per channel. That seems like plenty of power.I don't know if I'd use less than 80. Good speakers for the money
1335071
They will work with any receiver/amp, as to how well, you will need to match up specifications. You have given no information about your receiver so at this point you are the only one who knows. You must compare numbers, it never hurts to have some more power than is recommended. Common sense still applies in operation and usage of said power. Aside from all that, these are amazing speakers for their price. Enjoy.
378392
I had to look those critters up.. and this is what I was looking for, 'RMS power of 200 watts and 8 Ohm impedance.' Yes, you can use the 2113C with these. I highly recommend you follow this guide from Dolby Labs. http://www.dolby.com/us/en/consumer/setup/connection-guide/home-theater-speaker-guide/index.html to complete your set up. Also, run the Audessey calibration routine.
2252156
They should work just fine. Mine are in the rear doors of my Chevy Colorado crew cab and they are un-amped and get the job down so I wouldn't worry too much. But if you're going for main audio, such as the front doors, I would give polk audio a look.
2389
hard to say. I run them on marantz sr6005... which is a bit more powerful (100W)... however, according the manufacturer specs (polk audio), they would run with an amplifier 20-200W...
829940
FYI, the website says these speakers have an RMS capacity of 60W. http://www.jbl.com/estore/jbl/us/products/GTO638/GTO638_JBL_US
478348
I didn't check but their huge in size best speakers ..I have JBL similar capacity ,but I like Polks ..go for it
736818
Well this depends on what ohm rating the speakers are. They aren't just "1200W", they will be 1200W at either 2, 4, or, 8 ohms. Once you find this out, look at the amps specs and look at the ohm rating that matches the ohm value for you speakers, that is the amount of watts that the amp will produce at the ohm rating per channel. You may want to get a more powerful