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product_id: 369355058
title: "Polk Monitor XT20 Pair of Bookshelf or Surround Sound Speakers - Hi-Res Audio Certified, Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Compatible, 1\" Terylene Tweeter & 6.5\" Dynamically Balanced Woofer (Pair, Midnight Black)"
brand: "polk audio"
price: "€ 377.92"
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# Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Compatible 1" Hi-Res Terylene Tweeter 6.5" Dynamically Balanced Woofer Polk Monitor XT20 Pair of Bookshelf or Surround Sound Speakers - Hi-Res Audio Certified, Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Compatible, 1" Terylene Tweeter & 6.5" Dynamically Balanced Woofer (Pair, Midnight Black)

**Brand:** polk audio
**Price:** € 377.92
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your space with Polk’s powerhouse sound – don’t just listen, experience it!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Polk Monitor XT20 Pair of Bookshelf or Surround Sound Speakers - Hi-Res Audio Certified, Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Compatible, 1" Terylene Tweeter & 6.5" Dynamically Balanced Woofer (Pair, Midnight Black) by polk audio
- **How much does it cost?** € 377.92 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/369355058-polk-monitor-xt20-pair-of-bookshelf-or-surround-sound-speakers)

## Best For

- polk audio enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted polk audio brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Immersive Soundstage:** Experience crystal-clear highs and punchy bass with Polk’s 6.5" woofer and 1" tweeter combo.
- • **Hi-Res Certified Audio:** Certified for high-resolution sound that elevates every movie, game, and playlist.
- • **Compact & Stylish Design:** Sleek midnight black finish fits effortlessly into any modern home or office setup.
- • **Flexible Placement Options:** Perfect for bookshelf or stand mounting, adaptable as front, surround, or rear speakers.
- • **Seamless Dolby Atmos & DTS:X:** Compatible with cutting-edge surround sound tech for a theater-grade experience at home.

## Overview

The Polk Monitor XT20 is a pair of compact bookshelf speakers featuring a 6.5" dynamically balanced woofer and a 1" Terylene tweeter, delivering high-resolution, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X compatible surround sound. Designed for versatile placement and seamless integration into home theater setups, these speakers combine premium build quality with modern aesthetics to bring immersive, crystal-clear audio to any room.

## Description

Experience room-filling, high-resolution sound for your movies, gaming, and music with Polk MXT20 wall-mountable, compact surround loudspeaker. Featuring a Dynamically Balanced acoustic array with a 1” High-Resolution Terylene Tweeter, a 6.5” Polypropylene Woofer, and Precision Crossovers, the bookshelf speakers pair delivers crystal-clear, highly detailed sound – no matter what you’re listening to or where you’re sitting in the room. These Polk bookshelf speakers are Hi-Res Audio Certified and ensure accurate sound reproduction from even the latest Dolby Atmos and DTS:X surround sound AVRs and amplifiers. These passive bookshelf speakers can be used as front, rear or surround channel and can be placed anywhere in the room without compromising audio. The Monitor XT Series is designed with quality, timbre-matched Polk components to enable you to mix and match models and build your dream home theater or music listening environment. Whether a movie buff planning a movie night, an audiophile, or a homeowner setting up a system, MXT20 fits seamlessly as surround sound speakers for TV. Add the MXT70 tower pair, MXT35 center channel, MXT90 height module, and the MXT12 sub for a complete 5.1 surround setup.

Review: Looks good and great features/sound for the price - This sub is great for the price. Get it on black friday and save some money. Most of the equivalent subs of this size are 300+ bucks. A little misleading though, measuring from the edge of the rubber from one side to the other side of the speaker is about 8 inches not including the 1/4 in area for the screw holes. So to me this is more of a 8” sub and overall is the size of yamahas 8” sub. Not complaining though, i do like the more compact size as subs used to have huge heavy boxes in the past. This one says 23lbs so not bad overall. Its your typical black vinyl veneer look and comes with power cord and instructions. Basic controls are power switch, phase switch, volume, low pass filter and the lfe or stereo rca jack inputs. Most people will like the phase switch at 0 as it matches their other speakers phase, but i say try both ways and see what you like. Thats it and its simple and perfect for entry level sound systems. You will need a sub cable which is a single rca male to rca male. Im using it for my computer and have a douk ampapa 300w amp with upgraded muses 02 opamps and sony cs5s that i purchased a few black fridays ago at a great price. The ampapa amp has a mini 3.5 jack output and using the polk lfe rca input. The polk has an adjustable low band filter so will cross this sub over at about 80hz as to me thats the cleanest sounding xover point. Anyways, overall if you want a lower cost decent sound for your stereo or even computer or tv, this setup is great for a small to medium size room. Review for height monitor x190, got these on black friday as well. I have 6 wharfedale diamond bookshelfs and center with a sub for my main tv hooked up to my onkyo rz50. It has outs for atmos height so after reading reviews got this on black friday sales. Overall a very simple maybe 3 inch full range driver in an angled mdf box. It has a nice grayish color grill and speaker posts that accept wire or banana plugs so simple install. I need to se up my dirac live settings then will update review. Other then that. Speaker looks fine in quality but super simple design so get them on sale.
Review: Great Speakers For The Price - These are my second set of Polk "Tower" speakers. The first set are multiple 6 1/2" drivers which I use for home theater front surrounds. Look: These are high quality. They sound fantastic. But (IMHO) they are basically large bookshelf speakers. In a small room, they have great definition and I think the pair of passive radiators improve bass immensely compared to a single ported enclosure woofer/driver. But look, a large room and loud volumes, need way more than a 6 1/2" speaker. It isn't a quality or spec issue - it's physics. Speakers move air and the amount of air they can move is directly related to speaker size. For the money, Polk speakers are a value. However, choose according to room size and intended listening levels. Small speakers (Under 8") work well in small rooms. Small speakers work for quiet volume levels. In terms of quality and fit for purpose, would buy again. - - - Having said all of this, would these speakers and a decent Center Channel Speaker be a Home Theater improvement over a sound bar. Absolutely.

## Features

- COMPACT BOOKSHELF SPEAKER PAIR - Enjoy lifelike sound in movies, games, & music with Polk speakers. Polk Monitor XT20 features a 1" Tweeter & a 6.5" Dynamically Balanced Woofer for clear audio, open mid-range & punchy bass in an immersive soundstage
- PREMIUM BUILD QUALITY AND MODERN DESIGN - An upgrade to the critically acclaimed Monitor series, the Polk Monitor XT series features latest innovations in affordable but great sounding speakers. Polk audio speakers design blends with any home décor
- HIGH RESOLUTION SOUND FROM ALL INPUTS - Monitor XT20's 4- & 8-Ohm compatibility delivers Dolby Atmos & DTS:X surround sound from your favorite sources, including online streaming via Apple Music, desertcart Music HD, Tidal, Spotify & more
- VERSATILE PLACEMENT OPTIONS - Delivering maximum performance in a compact size, the speakers can be placed on a bookshelf or speaker stand (sold separately). Use the MXT20 as front, surround system or rear speakers for a great home theater experience
- AFFORDABLE HOME THEATER SETUP - Using quality, timbre matched Polk components ensures seamless speaker blending for home theater speakers. Create a unified surround system with MXT60 tower pair, MXT30 center channel, MXT90 height module & a MXT12 sub

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09BMVVDX5 |
| Audio Driver Size | 6.5 Inches |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,778 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #20 in Bookshelf Speakers |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Home Theater |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,890) |
| Date First Available | August 24, 2021 |
| Impedance | 8 Ohms |
| Included Components | Speaker |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Waterproof | False |
| Item Weight | 12 pounds |
| Item model number | MXT20 |
| Manufacturer | Polk |
| Material | Legno |
| Model Name | MXT20 |
| Mounting Type | Shelf Mount |
| Number of Items | 2 |
| Power Source | Passive |
| Product Dimensions | 7.18"D x 6.5"W x 10.6"H |
| Recommended Uses For Product | For Surround Sound Systems |
| Series Number | 20 |
| Set Name | Pair |
| Shape | rectangular prism |
| Speaker Size | 450 Millimeters |
| Speaker Type | Bookshelf |
| Special Feature | Custom (Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Compatible) |
| Specific Uses For Product | Home Entertainment Systems; Personal Audio Setups |
| Style | Surround Speakers w/ 6.5" Woofer - Pair (XT20) |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Subwoofer Diameter | 6.5 Inches |
| Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 5.1 |
| Tweeter Diameter | 1 Inches |
| UPC | 747192133412 |
| Unit Count | 2.0 Count |
| Warranty Type | Full |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Communication Technology | No Wireless Communication Technology |
| Woofer Diameter | 6.5 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo
- **Brand:** Polk Audio
- **Connectivity Technology:** Auxiliary
- **Frequency Response:** 40 KHz
- **Speaker Maximum Output Power:** 40 Watts

## Images

![Polk Monitor XT20 Pair of Bookshelf or Surround Sound Speakers - Hi-Res Audio Certified, Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Compatible, 1" Terylene Tweeter & 6.5" Dynamically Balanced Woofer (Pair, Midnight Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51NLcv15w3L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: does anyone know why it has 2 sets of wire inlets on each speaker? Normally it's one set black and red....**
A: The 2 sets of speaker 5 way binding posts are for bi-wires or bi amps if you remove the bridges so you can by-pass the speaker cross-over. It's a waste of time and money since you will need an external cross-over.  I wouldn't bother with it at this price point.
They are as good as you can get for the price.

**Q: Does anyone know if i can get new lids for these speakers? one of the lids broke, and i am very ocd about keeping my speakers slick**
A: I blew a tweeter, called Polk, and provided my purchase receipt and answered a few questions and a replacement was in my mailbox free of charge in less than 10 days. Give them a call... You've got nothing to lose.

**Q: how many ohms and watts are they**
A: These are 8 ohms, and they can handle 25 to 150 watts. I love these speakers. A good bargain at $150.  They sound smooth and mellow right out of the box. I would buy them again.

**Q: Q: Are these sold as a pair or the price is for a single speaker? RE: Polk Audio AM4095-A Monitor 40ii sold by Amazon for $144.99**
A: I can't speak for all the other sellers but my listing is for a pair of speakers unless otherwise noted in the description

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Looks good and great features/sound for the price
*by M***O on November 18, 2025*

This sub is great for the price. Get it on black friday and save some money. Most of the equivalent subs of this size are 300+ bucks. A little misleading though, measuring from the edge of the rubber from one side to the other side of the speaker is about 8 inches not including the 1/4 in area for the screw holes. So to me this is more of a 8” sub and overall is the size of yamahas 8” sub. Not complaining though, i do like the more compact size as subs used to have huge heavy boxes in the past. This one says 23lbs so not bad overall. Its your typical black vinyl veneer look and comes with power cord and instructions. Basic controls are power switch, phase switch, volume, low pass filter and the lfe or stereo rca jack inputs. Most people will like the phase switch at 0 as it matches their other speakers phase, but i say try both ways and see what you like. Thats it and its simple and perfect for entry level sound systems. You will need a sub cable which is a single rca male to rca male. Im using it for my computer and have a douk ampapa 300w amp with upgraded muses 02 opamps and sony cs5s that i purchased a few black fridays ago at a great price. The ampapa amp has a mini 3.5 jack output and using the polk lfe rca input. The polk has an adjustable low band filter so will cross this sub over at about 80hz as to me thats the cleanest sounding xover point. Anyways, overall if you want a lower cost decent sound for your stereo or even computer or tv, this setup is great for a small to medium size room. Review for height monitor x190, got these on black friday as well. I have 6 wharfedale diamond bookshelfs and center with a sub for my main tv hooked up to my onkyo rz50. It has outs for atmos height so after reading reviews got this on black friday sales. Overall a very simple maybe 3 inch full range driver in an angled mdf box. It has a nice grayish color grill and speaker posts that accept wire or banana plugs so simple install. I need to se up my dirac live settings then will update review. Other then that. Speaker looks fine in quality but super simple design so get them on sale.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Speakers For The Price
*by A***Y on December 27, 2025*

These are my second set of Polk "Tower" speakers. The first set are multiple 6 1/2" drivers which I use for home theater front surrounds. Look: These are high quality. They sound fantastic. But (IMHO) they are basically large bookshelf speakers. In a small room, they have great definition and I think the pair of passive radiators improve bass immensely compared to a single ported enclosure woofer/driver. But look, a large room and loud volumes, need way more than a 6 1/2" speaker. It isn't a quality or spec issue - it's physics. Speakers move air and the amount of air they can move is directly related to speaker size. For the money, Polk speakers are a value. However, choose according to room size and intended listening levels. Small speakers (Under 8") work well in small rooms. Small speakers work for quiet volume levels. In terms of quality and fit for purpose, would buy again. - - - Having said all of this, would these speakers and a decent Center Channel Speaker be a Home Theater improvement over a sound bar. Absolutely.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Resonable priced clarity
*by S***R on February 4, 2026*

First impression Sounds smooth and full, paired with a Yamaha As 501 amp. Tons of low end and clarity. Feed them clean and they will perform. Plenty of volume to fill a 14x14 room. Sound smooth and pleasing to my ears without being shrill .

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*Last updated: 2026-03-08*