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Polk Audio RC80i 2-way Premium In-Ceiling 8" Round Speakers, Set of 2 Perfect for Damp and Humid Indoor/Outdoor Placement - Bath, Kitchen, Covered Porches (White, Paintable-Grille)
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Brand | Polk Audio |
Model Name | RC80i |
Speaker Type | In Ceiling |
Recommended Uses For Product | Moisturizing |
Compatible Devices | Home Theater |
About this item
- GET SEAMLESS AUDIO QUALITY & POLK'S EXCELLENT SOUND REPRODUCTION with these timbre-matched overhead speakers that elevate the sound quality. ADD TO YOUR EXISTING HOME THEATER SETUP or build your own Polk collection for THE SAME GREAT POLK SOUND EVERYWHERE
- EXPERIENCE MORE BALANCED & LIFELIKE SOUND – Features an 8" Dynamic Balance woofer & a 1" aimable tweeter for more depth & detail in your music. Mineral-filled polymer cone & strong composite driver baskets create wider dispersion for EVEN-SOUND COVERAGE
- THE RUBBER SEAL DRIVES better response and PREVENTS MOISTURE ACCESS, a key feature for USE IN A BATHROOM, KITCHEN, SAUNA AND COVERED PORCH
- OUT OF THE BOX & RECESSED INTO THE CEILING - no mess, no extra assembly - in 3 simple steps QUICKLY & EASILY INSTALL these speakers. Leave the paintable aluminum grilles as is or spray paint to MATCH YOUR EXISTING INTERIOR and virtually make them disappear
- Polk's UNWAVERING COMMITMENT, RELIABILITY, AND CRAFTSMANSHIP, has made it one of the most trusted names in home audio speakers and entertainment systems. They bring out the BEST IN TECHNOLOGY, so you can SIT BACK, RELAX AND LISTEN WITH YOUR HEART!
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Easy to install | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.8 | — | 4.7 | 4.7 |
Sound quality | 4.5 | 5.0 | 5.0 | — | 4.7 | 4.5 |
Value for money | 4.8 | — | — | — | 4.6 | 4.7 |
Quality of material | 4.8 | — | — | — | 4.9 | 4.5 |
Volume control | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.7 | — | — | — |
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speaker size | 8 inches | 6.5 inches | 6.5 inches | 8 inches | 6.5 inches | — |
power source | — | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Amplifier |
speaker type | In Ceiling | In-Ceiling | Component | Tweeter | In Wall | Subwoofer |
mounting type | Ceiling Mount | Ceiling Mount | Ceiling Mount,Magnetic Mount | Magnetic Mount | Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount |
weight | 4.3 pounds | 6.5 pounds | 1.99 kilograms | — | 8.9 pounds | 3.56 pounds |
model name | RC80i | Polk Audio VT60 2 Pack | VT60 | IC 860CF | RC65i | Media ICW |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 12.1 x 11.8 x 9.8 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.3 pounds |
Manufacturer | DEI Holdings |
ASIN | B00006BMQT |
Item model number | AW0080-B |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #10,712 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #2 in Ceiling & In-Wall Speakers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 1, 2005 |
Speakers Maximum Output Power | 50 Watts |
Item Weight | 4.3 Pounds |
Number Of Items | 2 |
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Product Description
Product Description
RCi Series In-Wall Speakers deliver incredible Polk sound to every room in your home without using any floor or shelf space! Now you have new options for more flexibility and performance from Polk Audio. Out of the box and into the wall (or ceiling), that’s how easy it is to install new Polk Audio RCi Series In-ceiling Loudspeakers like the RC80i. Dynamic Balance drivers and aimable tweeters ensure spacious imaging with amazing clarity as well as a well-balanced sound in any listening position, not just a small "sweet spot." Paint them to match your decor and they practically disappear, leaving you with nothing but high-performance sound! Installation is easy as 1-2-3: cut one hole, feed the wires, and simply drop the speaker in. Rotating Cams secure the speaker safely with no extra assembly or mess. Klippel motor optimization uses laser measurement technology to ensure a smooth excursion path at either end of the volume spectrum for uniform performance at both low and high volumes.
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The RC80i features a beefy 8-inch woofer to produce the maximum amount of bass and a one inch dome tweeter for depth and detail, resulting in rich lifelike sound from an in-ceiling speaker—performance unheard of just a few years ago. An ideal solution for areas requiring big, room-filing sound without the big speaker cluttering up your room, The RC80i's wide dispersion capability means you'll hear great sound no matter where you are in the room.
key features
- Paintable grilles allow you to make your speakers disappear completely into your painted walls (but you can always leave them white too).
- Out of the box into the ceiling installation. The RC80i uses rugged stainless steel hardware and powder-coated aluminum grille for years of dependable performance. (Please note that RCi Series loudspeakers are not suitable for exposed outdoor use. For outdoor applications, use our Atrium Series speakers).
- Swivel tweeter. The RC80i features a swiveling tweeter so you can aim it toward the listening area for greater accuracy.
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technology
Dynamic Balance® and Klippel Optimization Like all Polk speakers, the transducers in the RC80i speakers are products of Dynamic Balance technology and Klippel Optimization. A Dynamic Balance tweeter or driver has been designed using microscopic testing, materials science, and precision-designed interfaces to reduce or eliminate mechanical breakup that adds distortion and colors the sound. Klippel Optimization ensures the speaker will perform well at both low and high volumes levels.
Blue Polymer Woofers with Rubber Surround Provide excellent damping and bass response while resisting deterioration. Your RCi speakers should last longer than your house. Other speakers use flimsy paper cones and foam surrounds that fall apart due to time and exposure.
Timbre Matched The RC80i, like all RCi series speakers, is timbre matched to our freestanding speakers - such as Polk Monitor, TSi and OWM series, just in case you need in-ceiling surround speakers to match your freestanding fronts.
why you should consider this product
If you're looking to fill a room or your home with life-like sound, you should seriously consider the RC80i for its high performance audio, ease of installation, and amazing value. Use RC80i's all around your home where you care about good sound or as rear channel surround speakers in your home theater system.
technical specifications
Driver Complements Tweeter 1" Diameter (2.54cm)Dynamic Balance tweeter with metalized
soft dome in ball-and-socket swivel mount Mid/Woofer 8" Diameter (20.32cm)
Dynamic Balance driver with mineral-filled
polymer cone and rubber surround Electrical Total Frequency Response 35Hz - 20kHz Upper -3dB Limit 20Hz Lower -3dB Limit 50Hz Nominal Impedance 8 ohms Efficiency 90 dB Recommended Amplifier Power 20 - 100 Watts per channel Inputs Spring-loaded clips Dimensions Overall Depth 3 5/8" (9.21cm) Overall Diameter 10 3/4" (27.30cm) Shipping Unit of Measure Pair Total Shipping Weight 10 pounds Installation Cut-Out Diameter 9 3/8" (23.81cm) Mounting Depth (assumes 1/2 in) 3 1/8" (7.94cm) Pre-Construction Bracket PB LC80i Warranty* Speaker Warranty Lifetime
*To ensure a valid warranty, Polk loudspeakers must be purchased through an Authorized Polk Audio home or car loudspeaker Dealer (such as Amazon.com). (If you're not sure a dealer is "authorized," call Polk Audio at 1-800-377-7655, and ask us.) The warranty is not transferrable, that means it applies only to the original purchaser. If you purchase your speakers from a private individual, that product is considered "used" and has NO factory warranty, no matter what the seller implies. The warranty is VOID if the serial number of the speaker has been removed or defaced. If you have any questions about your warranty coverage, or you think you need service, call Polk Customer Service at 1-800-377-7655. We’re here to help you get the most from your new speakers!
in the box
- 1 pair RC80i in-ceiling loudspeakers
- Owner’s manual
- Online registration card
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RCi In-wall/In-Ceiling loudspeakers
TSi Series of freestanding loudspeakers
Monitor Series of freestanding loudspeakers
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Customers like the sound quality, ease of installation, value, and quality of the speakers. For example, they mention that the sound imaging is pretty good, and they run amazing and don't distort. That said, they're happy with performance, and clarity. Opinions are mixed on size.
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Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the speakers. They mention that it has better than expected bass response, and the sound imaging is pretty good. The speakers run amazing and don't distort. They also say that they have a great range and when you're standing between them it's a concert.
"Speakers sound real good for the price. Solid bass. Physically Directional tweeter. Listening to digital music streaming over an echo...." Read more
"...Once installed, I was pleasantly surprised at how well they sound...." Read more
"Sounds great and looks good too. So glad i can listen to real speakes instead of a Bluetooth on my back deck now." Read more
"...I am very pleased with the sound quality of these speakers. We decided to go with ceiling speakers to free up floor space...." Read more
Customers find the installation of the speakers to be super easy with the templates provided. They also mention that the templates make the mounting process simple. Overall, customers find the product to be a simple project that can be done by beginners.
"...The installation was a bit messy but easy to do with the templates provided. Once installed, I was pleasantly surprised at how well they sound...." Read more
"...Pros:-Easy to install-Good quality-Aimable tweetersCons:-Open housing allows insulation in..." Read more
"...holes a breeze and the swing brackets provided an almost effortless flush mount installation with just a Phillips screwdriver...." Read more
"...The installation is pretty easy, had wires pre-installed. Simply cut some Sheetrock and screw tight...." Read more
Customers appreciate the speakers for their excellent value for money. They say they are a quality speaker for a reasonable price and that they have great sound for the price.
"...with the sound quality of these speakers considering the reasonable price. Very happy so far." Read more
"...defintiely reccomnd these speakers to anyone wanting a quality speaker for a reasonable price." Read more
"...Def worth the money! Spend the extra $ and buy a powerful amp as well." Read more
"They sound fantastic and look great outside. Great speaker for the price." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the speakers. They mention that it's a high quality product, better than cheap paper cone speakers, and a solid purchase. They say that the speakers make the house rock and are good enough for most people.
"...Pros:-Easy to install-Good quality-Aimable tweetersCons:-Open housing allows insulation in..." Read more
"...The quality is good and power to each speaker is more than enough, I only need about 50% power from amp...." Read more
"...Overall sound is detailed but warm and never harsh with the highs...." Read more
"...And it exceeded those requirements. They are nice and sleek in the ceiling. The sound is great for our purposes...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the speakers. They mention that they look very good up on the white ceiling, and turn out beautifully. The speakers produce very crisp and clear highs, and the included templates are of great quality.
"Sounds great and looks good too. So glad i can listen to real speakes instead of a Bluetooth on my back deck now." Read more
"...Simply cut some Sheetrock and screw tight.The look is great, flush to the ceiling and any of the speakers have not come loose in over 2..." Read more
"They sound fantastic and look great outside. Great speaker for the price." Read more
"I mounted these in the ceiling of my covered patio. The look and feel was really impressive as I opened the package and installed them...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the speakers. They mention that they work well, are easy to install, and have great sound and look. Some say that they have been blown away by their performance and that there have been no issues over time.
"...Sound quality is excellent and no issues overtime either. I bought a set for my home now." Read more
"...But it works just fine for our purpose. I know some folks have complained about sound...." Read more
"...the audiophiles...but for a regular guy in the real world, I say these work great...." Read more
"...out without damaging them, installed them per instructions and they work great. I would have given them 5 stars if the grills were magnetic...." Read more
Customers like the clarity of the speakers. They say the highs are clear, the mids could be a little louder, and the speakers do an amazing job of giving absolute clarity. Some customers also mention that the speakers have good detail and imaging.
"...a subwoofer (these were the main use case for my RC80i's) and excellent clarity for seemingly all kinds of music...." Read more
"...Even at a low volume level, the music and lyrics are crystal clear.I am very pleased with these speakers and happy with my purchase." Read more
"...These speakers do an amazing job of giving absolute clarity and are providing a true surround feeling to my room..." Read more
"...Highs are clear and mids coukd be a little louder. These speakers will definitely put a grin on your face and piss your neighbors off at low volume." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the speakers. Some mention that the cutouts were simple to use, perfectly sized, and fit in their 2x4 stud walls nicely. However, others say that they wouldn't fit in the space they had available, the size is incorrect, and the template was slightly smaller than required.
"...Cut on the outside edge of your pencil line, then the speaker will fit the hole perfectly...." Read more
"...I gave the review 4 stars because the speaker grills a pressure fit into the unit and the paper clip method for removing them is not as easy as the..." Read more
"...They are obviously designed to use the space above them to their advantage...." Read more
"...And that tiny tweeter delivers a narrow, tinny sound that even sucks the life out of over-DSPed electronica recordings. Oh well...." Read more
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Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2024
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The template that comes for cutting the hole in the ceiling drywall was right on. Use the small "inner" circle of the template to trace your cutting line. The outer circle is for masking the speaker grille for painting. Use a drywall jab saw to make your cut, after making sure the attic space is clear of obstacles.Cut on the outside edge of your pencil line, then the speaker will fit the hole perfectly. If you hold a vaccum up near your cutting, the drywall dust will be sucked up and the mess is almost a non-issue.
I built speaker boxes from 1/2" plywood and lined them with acoustical foam and put them in the attic to protect the speakers from the blown-in insulation as well as improve the sound quality.
Removal of the speaker grilles were much easier than I had read in the reviews. Take the speakers out of the shipping box, holding them in your hand, you can flex the edge of the speaker just enough that the grilles will pop right off. However, I left the grille off after installing them in the ceiling until I could check to make sure my tweeter was aimed properly. Removal of the grille once the speakers are installed in the ceiling would not be as easy. Once everything checked out OK, I popped the grilles in place. I painted the grilles to match my ceiling, using a 4" foam roller. Go light with the paint and the small holes in the grille will not clog. A needle can be used to open any holes that do clog. The grilles blend in very well, some people have not even noticed them.
I am very pleased with the sound quality of these speakers. We decided to go with ceiling speakers to free up floor space. We had rear speakers sitting on the floor prior to this. I am amazed at how much more sound we hear from the speakers mounted above and behind us rather than on the floor. We have them located about four feet behind us and about four feet outside our setting area. With the tweeters aimed at the center of our listening zone. It's a great setup.
I would defintiely reccomnd these speakers to anyone wanting a quality speaker for a reasonable price.
My current bedroom has attic space above it with blown insulation, which leads to my second complaint with the speakers, they have an open air bracket/housing, which means I had to construct a cover for the speaker to keep the insulation off the back of the speaker cone. I simply scooped the insulation aside and stapled some window screen material between the ceiling joists which so far seems to have worked. It was a nuisance, but I only had to do it once.
The speakers themselves were fairly easy to install. First, the grill must be removed, and I did this by holding the trim of the speakers on each side and gently twisting the two sides. This will cause the grille to pop off slightly, making it easy to simply pull it off. Then use the included template to cut a hole in the appropriate spot, loosen the mountain screws and turn the brackets inward, connect the speaker, insert the speakers, then tighten the screws. Lastly insert the speaker grill.
The sound itself is fair to excellent, depending on what you are listening to. These speakers have little to no bass, I also have a polk subwoofer in my room to round out the lows. Some music seems muddy, but overall I'm pleased with these speakers. They are great for TV or movies in stereo. The tweeters are aimable, allowing you to direct the sound where you would like.
Pros:
-Easy to install
-Good quality
-Aimable tweeters
Cons:
-Open housing allows insulation in
-Spring loaded clips for wires
-No bass and sometimes muddy sound
The included templates made cutting perfectly sized holes a breeze and the swing brackets provided an almost effortless flush mount installation with just a Phillips screwdriver.
I paired these with a 100W Sony amp in an adjacent room and they sound fantastic. When I tested them just laying on the table the bass was mediocre, but once installed they really surprised me! They are obviously designed to use the space above them to their advantage. The construction of my roof may be particularly advantageous as the area they are mounted in is a fairly tight enclosure. There is maybe a foot of space above and only a few inches behind.
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2023
The included templates made cutting perfectly sized holes a breeze and the swing brackets provided an almost effortless flush mount installation with just a Phillips screwdriver.
I paired these with a 100W Sony amp in an adjacent room and they sound fantastic. When I tested them just laying on the table the bass was mediocre, but once installed they really surprised me! They are obviously designed to use the space above them to their advantage. The construction of my roof may be particularly advantageous as the area they are mounted in is a fairly tight enclosure. There is maybe a foot of space above and only a few inches behind.
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Las conecte a un amplificador más grande y adecuado y el resultado fue increíble.
Las recomiendo totalmente, Polk siempre ha sido una buena marca.
Amazing sound
Happy with the purchase Thanks