Polk Audio Signature Elite ES55 – Floor standing Speakers (Pair)
The Polk Audio Signature Elite ES55 is a slim floorstanding loudspeaker designed for stereo listening and home cinema systems. Each speaker combines dual 6.5-inch Dynamic Balance® mica-reinforced polypropylene drivers with a 1-inch Hi-Res Audio Certified Terylene dome tweeter and Polk Power Port® technology for clear highs, controlled midrange and deep bass from a room-friendly tower design.
Key Features
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Dual 6.5" Dynamic Balance® Drivers: Mica-reinforced polypropylene cones deliver strong bass and natural midrange reproduction.
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1" Terylene Dome Tweeter: Hi-Res Audio Certified tweeter extends beyond the audible range for detailed high-frequency performance.
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Power Port® Technology: Polk's port design smooths airflow to reduce turbulence and improve low-frequency output.
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2.5-Way Design: Engineered for smooth driver integration, broad dispersion and balanced tonal performance.
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High Sensitivity: Efficient enough to work with a wide range of compatible stereo amplifiers and AV receivers.
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Critically Braced Cabinet: Internal bracing helps reduce unwanted resonance and cabinet colouration.
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Dual Binding Posts: Gold-plated 5-way binding posts support secure speaker connections and flexible wiring.
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Magnetic Grille: Removable anti-diffraction grille maintains a clean appearance with minimal acoustic interference.
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Home Cinema Ready: Suitable as front left/right speakers in Signature Elite surround, Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® systems.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type |
Passive Floorstanding Loudspeaker |
| Series |
Polk Audio Signature Elite |
| Acoustic Design |
2.5-Way Floorstanding Speaker |
| Mid / Bass Drivers |
2 × 6.5" (16.51cm) Dynamic Balance® Mica-Reinforced Polypropylene |
| Tweeter |
1 × 1" (2.54cm) Terylene Dome |
| Total Frequency Response |
32Hz – 40kHz |
| Sensitivity |
89dB (2.83V / 1m) |
| Impedance |
Compatible with 4Ω and 8Ω Amplifier Outputs |
| Recommended Amplifier Power |
20 – 200W per Channel |
| Crossover Frequency |
2.4kHz |
| Bass Technology |
Polk Power Port® |
| Speaker Connections |
Dual Gold-Plated 5-Way Binding Posts |
| Cabinet |
Critically Braced MDF Enclosure |
| Grille |
Removable Magnetic Anti-Diffraction Grille |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) |
1054 × 216 × 319mm per Speaker |
| Weight |
Approximately 20kg per Speaker |
| Quantity |
Pair (2 Speakers) |
System Integration
The ES55 is suited to medium-sized listening rooms and can be used as a dedicated stereo pair or as the main front speakers in a Signature Elite home cinema system. Its dual 6.5-inch drivers provide strong low-frequency output while maintaining a slimmer footprint than the larger ES60.
Ideal Applications
- Two-channel Hi-Fi systems
- Music and movie playback
- Front left/right home cinema channels
- Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® systems
- Medium-sized listening rooms