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Polk Audio 255c-RT In-Wall Center Channel Speaker (2) 5.25" Drivers - The Vanishing Series | Easily Fits into the Wall | Power Port | Paintable Grille Black, White
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Brand | Polk Audio |
Model Name | 255C-RT |
Speaker Type | In-wall |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Special Feature | Built-in microphone |
About this item
- CRYSTAL CLEAR SOUND & DEEP BASS for a true cinematic experience. Powered by Dynamic Balance, Distance Toggle & Polk's patented Power Port technology, the 255c-RT In-wall speaker comes with (2) 5.25" Mid/Woofer & a 1" swivel-mount Silk Dome Tweeter
- This 2-way center channel speaker is designed to offset reflective surfaces with no sound distortion, making it PERFRECT FOR ANY 3.1, 5.1, 6.1, 7.1 & ABOVE SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM. Enjoy rich natural sound in your home theater and entertainment system
- EASY TO MOUNT AND INSTALL - PERFECT FIT TEMPLATES, a precision flange, (available) pre-construction brackets and the PATENTED ROTATING CAM system ensure secure, vibration-free installation
- This in-wall loudspeaker VANISHES INTO THE WALL giving you a clean, clutter-free look, becoming the CENTER STAGE OF ROOM-FILLING SOUND. Paint the wafer-thin sheer grille in any color you want and it EASILY BLENDS INTO YOUR HOME DECOR
- Polk’s UNWAVERING COMMITMENT, RELIABILITY, AND CRAFTSMANSHIP has made it one of the most trusted names in home audio. Bring out the best in surround sound systems and acoustic excellence, so you can SIT BACK, RELAX AND LISTEN WITH YOUR HEART
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Center Stage AudioThe Vanishing Series 255c-RT is the centerpiece of a world-class stealth home theater. Paintable to match any décor, this in-wall center channel speaker blends in perfectly with its surroundings. Anchoring all the action without attracting attention, the 255c-RT ensures all you see is screen, and all you hear is dynamic, crystal clear sound. |
Sheer-GrilleThe unique, wafer-thin grille is magnetically secured to deliver nearly transparent, ultra-small perfs and dynamic, unimpeded sound. |
Reflective Room CompensationLower tweeter levels offset reflective surfaces, cutting the level in the exact 4-5kHz band where reflectivity destroys sound quality. |
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Timbre-MatchingCompatible with Polk Audio RTi speakers for seamless blending between traditional and built-in speaker systems. |
Simple SetupPerfect Fit templates, a precision flange, available pre-construction brackets and the patented Rotating Cam system ensure secure, vibration-free installation. |
Distance ToggleCrossover adjustments flatten response bumps caused by nearby walls, reducing “boominess” for more lifelike sound from any position. |
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Easy to install | 4.8 | 5.0 | — | — | 4.7 | 4.6 |
Sound quality | 4.8 | 4.8 | — | — | 4.7 | 4.5 |
Value for money | 4.8 | 5.0 | — | — | 4.6 | 4.8 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Sound Distributors Inc. | Goldwood Sound | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Electronics Expo (Authorized Dealer) |
speaker size | 5.25 inches | — | — | 3 inches | 6.5 inches | 8 inches |
power source | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | — |
connectivity tech | Wired | Infrared | Coaxial | — | — | — |
speaker type | In-wall | Woofer | Woofer | Woofer | In Wall | In Ceiling |
mounting type | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount | Ceiling Mount | Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount |
weight | 3 kilograms | 8.62 kilograms | 2.25 pounds | 2.25 pounds | 8.9 pounds | 4.3 pounds |
model name | 255C-RT | R-5800W-II | R191 | In Ceiling / In Wall 7 Speaker Set 2 Way Home Theater 1400 Watt | RC65i | RC80i |
surround channels | 6.1 | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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Product Dimensions | 9.8 x 14.81 x 9.31 inches |
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Item Weight | 6.6 pounds |
Department | Grocery & Gourmet Food |
Manufacturer | DEI Holdings |
ASIN | B004L9DGCK |
Item model number | 255 CRT |
Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #22,303 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #13 in Ceiling & In-Wall Speakers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 28, 2011 |
Speakers Maximum Output Power | 150 Watts |
Item Weight | 3 Kilograms |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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The Vanishing Series 255c-RT is the centerpiece of a world-class stealth home theater. Paintable to match any decor, this in-wall center channel speaker blends in perfectly with its surroundings. Anchoring all the action without attracting attention, the 255c-RT ensures all you see is screen, and all you hear is dynamic, crystal clear sound. Patented bass venting design smoothly transitions air flow, eliminating turbulence and distortion, for deeper, more efficient bass impact. The unique, wafer-thin grille is magnetically secured to deliver nearly transparent, ultra-small perfs and dynamic, unimpeded sound. Perfect Fit templates, a precision flange, available pre-construction brackets and the patented Rotating Cam system ensure secure, vibration-free installation. (Cutout: 13-1/8" W x 7-5/8" H, Mounting depth: 3-3/8")
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Customers like the sound quality, ease of installation, quality, appearance and performance of the speakers. For example, they mention that it sounds decent out of the box, easy to install and that it works well with their home entertainment system. They are also happy with the fit.
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Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the speakers. They mention that it sounds decent out of the box, has compensated well, and is a fantastic center channel for the price. Some say that the speaker is value for money.
"A nice little unit with plenty of power for my game room. Sounds very nice" Read more
"...They sound decent out of the box. One of my main concerns was how well it would sound having mix and matched LS and RT into the same speaker setup...." Read more
"...I’m very impressed with the quality of the sound definitely a 5 star purchase" Read more
"East to install, for the most part. Sounds great. Matches well with my Polk tower speakers and my Polk in-ceiling surrounds...." Read more
Customers find the installation of the speakers to be easy. They mention that the magnetic grills make installation quick and simple. Some say that the center channel was easy to install and that the speakers sound great.
"...These are very easy to install. Most of your time will be spent on the layout of your speakers and potentially running speaker wire." Read more
"East to install, for the most part. Sounds great. Matches well with my Polk tower speakers and my Polk in-ceiling surrounds...." Read more
"...No. Is it good enough to impress me on a regular basis? It sure is. Easy install. Seamless look...." Read more
"I was so excited to finally have in-wall speakers. This center channel was easy to install, it fits flush and turned out just as I was hoping...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the speakers. They say it has a great quality system at reasonable cost, with nice appearance and craftsmanship. They also say it's excellent, with crisp highs and powerful bass. Customers also say the speakers are very well built, reliable, and perfect.
"A nice little unit with plenty of power for my game room. Sounds very nice" Read more
"...ever hoped for it is truly I life like sound full all around high quality sound..." Read more
"...Highs were smooth, refined and extended. The lows solid. The Audessy setup actually set the crossover at 40Hz!!..." Read more
"...I bought the POLK brand because the speakers are really good and very reliable...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the speakers. They mention that it has an attractive low profile design, and it looks great without the grill. The removal grill is stylish and magnetic, and the speakers match well with their Polk tower speakers and in-ceiling surrounds. The final finish looks real clean, and they're perfect for their living room.
"East to install, for the most part. Sounds great. Matches well with my Polk tower speakers and my Polk in-ceiling surrounds...." Read more
"...broad sound stage considering its compact form factor and flush mount design...." Read more
"...It sure is. Easy install. Seamless look. Great sound for movies and music on a space/cost budget...." Read more
"...I sprayed the grill black, which looks nice, and I plan on color matching to the wall in the future." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the speakers. They mention that they work well with their home entertainment system and that the included cardboard drywall cutting template worked nicely. They also say that the speakers are easy to install and should work with any commercially available receiver.
"...to come up with an individual review for each speaker, they work very well as a system. They sound decent out of the box...." Read more
"...The included cardboard drywall cutting template worked nicely and all of the screw-clamp type mounts were easy to tighten and have needed no..." Read more
"...They work well with my home entertainment system. I have a few matching speakers for surround sounds. I would say these are for amateur systems...." Read more
"Installed this nearly one year ago, and it's been working perfectly. The picture shows it below a 75" TV...." Read more
Customers like the fit of the speakers. For example, they say it fits well, it's easy to install between studs, and it sounds great. Customers are also impresseded with the compact form factor and flush mount design.
"...worked nicely and all of the screw-clamp type mounts were easy to tighten and have needed no adjustment after a year or use. Score 5/5...." Read more
"...This center channel was easy to install, it fits flush and turned out just as I was hoping...." Read more
"They looked new for being open box. It was too wide for my application." Read more
"...straight forward as you have to cut the wall for the speaker but it fits well and the clamps hold the speaker tightly to the wall...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the speakers. They mention that the voices are outstanding, the tones sound great, and the speech is very clear. Some say that the speakers are crisp, clear, and fabulous.
"...good in my living room, but you can also hear it very, very clear from my bathroom (other side of the wall) just as well! haha" Read more
"...It was easy to install and it sounds amazing! It is very clear and matches well with my other speakers. The Vanishing series is really amazing!" Read more
"...sound produced by the vanishing series speakers in general and love the clarity which you hear with all various instruments used in music...." Read more
"...Low tones sound great the the higher tones sound great also...very clear speach also.I would recommend this to anyone!" Read more
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Polk Audio 255C-RT (Center)
Polk 265-LS x 2 (Front Sides)
Polk 80F/X-RT x 4 (Surround and Surround Back)
Polk HTS 12 (Subwoofer)
Denon AVR-x3600H (Receiver)
While it is hard to come up with an individual review for each speaker, they work very well as a system. They sound decent out of the box. One of my main concerns was how well it would sound having mix and matched LS and RT into the same speaker setup. Upon the following process, those concerns were swiftly laid to rest. Once you get your initial sound set up configured (Audyssey if you are using a newer Denon receiver), tweak the crossovers and play around with other options - these speakers sound amazing once you get the right configuration. If you want to get the most out of these speakers, make sure you lay them out properly and go through the process of tweaking them to your liking. I installed the front and center channels on the wall, and the surround and surround back speakers in the ceiling. These are very easy to install. Most of your time will be spent on the layout of your speakers and potentially running speaker wire.
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2019
Polk Audio 255C-RT (Center)
Polk 265-LS x 2 (Front Sides)
Polk 80F/X-RT x 4 (Surround and Surround Back)
Polk HTS 12 (Subwoofer)
Denon AVR-x3600H (Receiver)
While it is hard to come up with an individual review for each speaker, they work very well as a system. They sound decent out of the box. One of my main concerns was how well it would sound having mix and matched LS and RT into the same speaker setup. Upon the following process, those concerns were swiftly laid to rest. Once you get your initial sound set up configured (Audyssey if you are using a newer Denon receiver), tweak the crossovers and play around with other options - these speakers sound amazing once you get the right configuration. If you want to get the most out of these speakers, make sure you lay them out properly and go through the process of tweaking them to your liking. I installed the front and center channels on the wall, and the surround and surround back speakers in the ceiling. These are very easy to install. Most of your time will be spent on the layout of your speakers and potentially running speaker wire.
Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2022
Setup: 20x30ft basement, 8-10ft split ceiling, 105" front projection, 5.1 config, in ceiling Polk 620RT speakers, DSW PRO 550wi sub (wireless). Each speaker is wired with 14/4 CL3 in wall/ceiling.
Use: I installed this center channel to replace a 620RT which had been improperly installed by an audio/video tech in my dads basement home theater/multipurpose room. The guy installed the speaker between two joists which was occupied by a 120v AC line; the line rested on the back of the driver and the inductive field fried it lol...
Installation: I actually mounted this speaker in-ceiling as opposed to the reccomended in-wall application - I took a chance and it paid off in the end! The included cardboard drywall cutting template worked nicely and all of the screw-clamp type mounts were easy to tighten and have needed no adjustment after a year or use. Score 5/5.
Sound quality: This speaker produces a wonderfully broad sound stage considering its compact form factor and flush mount design. For just two 5-1/2" drivers bass note reproduction out of the box is on par with the larger 620RT's installed in the LF/RF/RR/LR. However, before a good 85-90 break in period mid-tones appeared flat and even muffled. This issue partially resolved itself after getting some hours through the speakers. Highs are dynamic and equal to low/mid (after breakin) performance, but this isn't the most bright center I've ever used. Score 3/5.
Overall/final thoughts: I was pleasantly surprised just how well this center speaker functioned as an in-ceiling unit when it was designed as an in-wall piece. The bang-to-buck ratio was a bit of a let down...at over $345 shipped when I ordered, i would have expected a more vibrant and powerful center. Granted this is an in-wall unit, but my CS20 blows this speaker out of the water in most categories, save perhaps overall dimensions lol - 255c-RT gets the win there! I certainly recommend the 2RTc-RT to any Polk owner who is looking for a stealthy center to match the timbre of their existing RT/RTi speakers; if you're starting from scratch then this center channel speaker might not be the wisest choice if you have hopes of building budget-minded value-to-performance oriented theater system. In fact, I would skip the RT series all together in Polk's product, instead I wish i had stepped up to the LS series at the beginning when designing this home theater setup. OVERALL SCORE 4/5!
and they just look amazing I have yet to put the covers on cause they have such a great look and build qualit
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My setup:
Receiver (Sony STRDH770))
Front speakers (Polk Audio RC85i)
Rear speakers (Polk Audio RC85i)
Subwoofer (Polk Audio PSW111)
Center speakers (Polk Audio 255c-RT)