Polk Audio RM101 Satellite Speaker
- Sold as a single speaker, not a pair
- 3.25 inch midrange driver, mineral filled polymer
- 0.75 inch silk/polymer dome tweeter
- 95 Hz to 24 kHz frequency response
- 8 ohm impedance
- Swivel wall bracket included, hidden wire channels
- 5 year warranty, parts and labor
Updated 22 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A tidy add on or replacement for an existing Polk RM series surround system, with an aimable wall bracket included. Bass stops well above the low end, so it needs a subwoofer and a receiver to work.
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ASIN: B000FG9V1IModel: RM101Category: Satellite Speakers
Overview
Not a pair and not a powered speaker, this Polk is one passive satellite meant for the front or surround channels of an RM series system. Its compact aluminum enclosure mounts on the wall with the supplied swivel bracket or stands on a shelf.
Matching an RM series system speaker for speaker lets you fill a missing channel or replace a damaged one. Its small driver leaves deep bass to a subwoofer, so it is never a standalone speaker.
Who it's for
Home theater owners extending or repairing a Polk RM surround setup. People without an AV receiver and subwoofer would be buying half a system.
Pros and cons
- Swivel wall bracket included
- Hidden wire channels for tidy mounting
- Compact aluminum enclosure
- Silk/polymer dome tweeter
- Single speaker, not a pair
- Needs a subwoofer for low bass
- Speaker wire not listed in the box
- Passive, needs an amplifier
Performance notes
Low frequency reach is limited by the small midrange driver, so a subwoofer must cover bass below the speaker's range for a full sound. The aimable bracket lets you point the tweeter at the listening spot, which sharpens surround placement.
Specifications
| Brand | Polk Audio |
|---|---|
| Model | RM101 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Woofer Diameter | 3.25 inches |
| Tweeter Diameter | 0.75 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Enclosure Material | Anodized aluminum |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Bolt on swivel wall bracket or shelf |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 5 years parts and labor |
| Other details | |
| Speaker Type | Satellite, passive |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| BuiltIn Media | Bolt on swivel wall mounting bracket |
| Frequency Response | 95 Hz to 24 kHz |
| Impedance | 8 ohm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Polk RM101 sold in pairs?
No. It is packaged and sold singly.
Does the Polk RM101 need a subwoofer?
Its frequency response starts at 95 Hz, so a subwoofer is needed for deeper bass. It was designed as part of the RM series 6.1 or 7.1 channel systems.
Can I put the Polk RM101 on a shelf instead of the wall?
Yes. The description says it can be mounted on the wall with the aimable bracket or placed on shelves.