Polk Signature Elite Review, ES60 | Floor Standing Tower Speakers, Home Audio | 6 5" Woofers

[@OldtradesReviews]

Check the description for more information and links.

[@handsomeasiandude1126]

12:50 - 13:05 props for not editing that out. Happens to us all not just older peeps

[@OldtradesReviews]

Haha thats a true story!

[@epi2045]

Your description of the sound is so good. I get tired of reviewers who use the usual 4 snobphile word salad words: sound stage, imaging, sibilant, and timbre. Not that it can’t be used just that you really spent time to define the sound of these speakers.

[@JR-ho5qm]

Great review, I was hoping someone would do this comparison. Polk has been really busy pumping out the new products I think they are doing a great job!

[@OldtradesReviews]

Totally agree. They have some good options.

[@synthonaplinth5980]

Just got these speakers last week and LOVE THEM TO DEATH. I listen to primarily jazz and they really bring out the subtle nuances in every instrument. Fender Rhodes pianos sound especially sweet, more mellow and resonant than before. The bass presence is present and pronounced but not overbearing. Powering them with a Yamaha AS-701.

[@OldtradesReviews]

thanks for sharing that info

[@jazzman9103]

Thanks for this review which helped me decide on my purchase. I was able to find the S60's for 800 bucks and couldn't be happier upgrading from my SDA 2's! The forwardness of the midst works great for my games and movies!

[@MrSNEAKFREAK96]

Great review! I like your relaxed yet well thought out style of reviewing.

[@OldtradesReviews]

Thank you. Its good to read

[@RAMTRXTRUCKS]

Nice haircut. Same as mine, lol You do a great review. I was opting for the ES 60 or Klipsh RP6000F II After doing some reviews on both you helped me select the ES60's Be nice to compare both brands.

[@OldtradesReviews]

Thanks its hard work having great hair haha. Polk's and Klipsch are very different sounding speaks. My ears and Klipsch never mixed well. I do like their lower end costing subs.

[@RAMTRXTRUCKS]

@@OldtradesReviews I went with Paradigm for the sub. Paradigm makes good speakers not made in China.

[@OldtradesReviews]

Oh wow I listened to one of those years ago. It has strong bass.

[@RAMTRXTRUCKS]

@@OldtradesReviews very good bass I'm running the XR 11

[@OldtradesReviews]

That subs a monster!

[@paulefc1971]

I just got the ES60 this week (actually wanted the ES55 but the retailer was running a promotion that made the ES60 £100 cheaper), they are paired with a Marantz cinema 70s (in a 5.1.2 configuration with ES15 rears, ES35 centre, XT90 heights and XT12 sub) they are absolutely brilliant speakers, really good for home theatre but even better for music, i run a Wiim Ultra through the AV reciever via line out and then to the speakers in stereo mode, would recommend them 100%. Interestingly enough, i was going to upgrade the AV receiver as i wasnt sure the Marantz would be powerful enough at 50 WPC, absolutely no issues powering these speakers

[@brucezhang2073]

Thanks for the review. Bought the elite signature 60. The manual says the freq response is 32hz to 40kHz. Tested with single freq signals, 31hz could be clearly heard.

[@OldtradesReviews]

Thanks for the info! What is your opinion of the sound?

[@brucezhang2073]

@@OldtradesReviews I love the sound. Listened to 1812, sister drum, and others, warm, strong, quite balance

[@muhendisabi1697]

So its possible same as se60 as well?

[@motopilot74]

After much research and your review, I purchased the ES60s today. I have some older polk audio R50s and they are just ok speakers. I'm hoping the ES60s will rock the house. The R700s are just out of my budget. These speakers will be driven by the Yamaha Tsr700 with a polk audio ES35 center channel. I'm thinking I'll get an emotiva basx A2 to drive the front ES60s. Then maybe my older R50s and bose 301s will be surround speakers. Anyways, thanks for the reviews! Love your channel

[@OldtradesReviews]

Thanks for watching. Hope it works out

[@syavagor]

Имею s60e и R700 не спеши покупать R700

[@GaneshPerumal-qt1ly]

Fantaatic description of sound. Felt like live demo. Heard them in ceutchfield comparing the timbre of other models, and the description here just nailed what I heard. Always hated 2khz to 8khz range. And most avrs hates equalizing. So am looking at speaakers which natutally has dip on those frequencies. Have a pioneer lx57 upgraded to denon x4800. Hate the amp on denon but the processing is good. Anyway wanted a dip in 2khz to 8hz in both pioneer and denon . But always loved a boost in 10khz and upward boosted a lot without distortion ofc.

[@OldtradesReviews]

Thank you for watching.

[@RobertofDetroit]

Great reviews as always! One suggestion would be chapters.

[@8474Starscream]

Great speaker breakdown here.....very detailed.

[@OldtradesReviews]

Glad you liked it!

[@BandittMTL]

A great detailed review, thank you!!

[@OldtradesReviews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kennethwilliams4874]

7:50...If the sensitivity is the same (90db) why would one recommend 50-300 watts and the other only 20-300 watts? Well, that didn't make sense so I checked the specs on the Polk website. They are both 20-300 watts.

[@mariuspleckaitis1]

Hi! Month ago I was quite impressed listening to Polk S60. I liked the sharpness of the vocal and strings and the soul of sound. Only today I found out that there is new product or version - ES60. Hoping it also has similar sharpness and brightness as S60. Planning to buy it and connect with Arcam SA-30. What's your opinion bout that? Living in Europe, but hope there will be no bigger difference.

[@OldtradesReviews]

I have not listened to the Arcam sa-30 I hear it warm sounding. Is that your opinion? I think the New es60 is much more balanced sounding then the old one....with that said its not as sharp.

[@michaelschafer6379]

When you say you life in Europe you maybe listend to the S60E, not the S60?

[@frog5104]

Excellent review 👍👍

[@OldtradesReviews]

Thank you! 👍

[@PR-ur8pr]

I Just purchased and connected these ES60 Elite Speakers in black and love the sound. I was on a budget, and saw your review and gave me the confidence to give them a try. Great and very detailed review! It helped tremendously. I have a 120W Sony DSP Str DE705 receiver, with separate BSR 10 Band Frequency Equalizer (E3000) and Technics DSP SH-GE90. I have no center, or rears, and a seperate self powered 300W Subwoofer, connected to the SONY receiver. Im wondering if you could advise how to best make use of my setup. I use a custom personal sound setting, rather than the DSP presets on the technics (although theres quite a few nice presets). I thinking if I need to upgrade my receiver since these new ELITE speakers are ATMOS CERTIFIED

[@OldtradesReviews]

Hi, I am glad the review helped you decide. I try to be as comprehensive as possible. Is the speaker wire 14 or 12 gauge copper? Not copper clad aluminum. That will provide least resistance and best sound. Are you thinking of buying a new receiver or amp? I see the Sony has lasted a long time.

[@PR-ur8pr]

@@OldtradesReviews hi 👋🏻, thanks for replying! I have 12 gauge wire to the speakers and subwoofer.. not more than 15 feet apart from the receiver. I want to upgrade the receiver to enjoy the Hi-Res Audio Certified, Dolby Atmos & DTS:X speaker features. I feel I have a little distortion even with the new ES60 speakers. Not sure if my settings are correct for the EQ, or the technics DSP or need to go to 12 gauge copper and banana plugs (Sony receiver does not have ports for banana plugs (yes she has lasted a long time with no issues, but maybe it’s time for a whole new receiver and separate amp for a future 5.2/7.2 setup. I can send a picture of my peripherals with their settings DM. Thank you and hoping to read what receiver/amp combo you can recommend !

[@OldtradesReviews]

Hi, I looked at the picture of the equipment. The pro logic sure brings back memories. My first receiver was a JVC Dolby Surround, before pro logic. Your Sony has definitely paid for itself over the years. The equipment should each be on its own shelf. and Nothing should be on top of the receiver to allow the heat to escape. And you don't want the receiver heat to cook the other components. I personally dont really use a eq. Maybe a bit for just the bass. But we all have different hearing. How much do you want to spend in total for new receiver/ amp?

[@PR-ur8pr]

@@OldtradesReviews Yes!! It sure has paid for itself! I may keep it for office bookshelf speakers I future think $2000 -$2500 range for receiver and amp not sure but I don’t want to go “cheap” and sacrifice sound quality or features. Such as Dolby Atmos use, streaming Bluetooth for music and 4K for video upconversion for Tv/video. Also will I need the Technics DSP with the new receiver? Thanks again.

[@PR-ur8pr]

@@OldtradesReviews what professional quality audio rack would you recommend with cable management in the rear? I prefer non-glass fronts. (Open) thanks !

[@vla220474]

What AV receiver do you recommend ES 60 in 2023? Thx

[@JR-ho5qm]

Have you herd or have access to the CerwinVega SL series? It would be great to see a KZbin review on them. There just isn’t much out there. Great review thanks!

[@OldtradesReviews]

Not yet!

[@cryptonator1988]

These vs the r700's and monitor audio silver 500's? I know they are more expensive but is it worth the extra money? Too go with r700 or monitor audio silver 500's? These look like nice entry level speakers.. also are the emotiva t3+ sound any good?

[@anoopdewochund8509]

Hello Sir, what do you think about the Es60 vs the B&W 603 s2

[@user-LT5.sledgehammer]

which center speaker suits them best?

[@cocoj3194]

Seems like the Signature Elite share similar characteristics with the Signature-E’s (European version)

[@OldtradesReviews]

I have not seen that version. Thanks for sharing that.

[@cocoj3194]

@@OldtradesReviews same look as well

[@JR-ho5qm]

@@cocoj3194 the e series has been out in Europe for a few years now. They definitely look the same as the Elite series, but I’m not sure if they are. Great review thanks

[@MrAlexH9121]

They are not the same speaker at all

[@harishsarmalkar6438]

Polk es60 or Polk es20 with HTS 10 subwoofer.. What is better match for Yamaha RX-V485 for 250 sq ft room size..??

[@sarmikdas7395]

Which one is batter sound? What is difference in sound? Signature sound was very natural what about elite seris..please guide

[@OldtradesReviews]

My ears like the ES60 better as mentioned. I find it a bit warmer and less forward

[@ShivamCentrium]

I have a Yamaha RX V-485 receiver. Room size is 20 X 13. will it match Polk ES 60 ?? or please suggest suitable speakers for Yamaha RX V-485.

[@TopperDude]

Are the improvements subtle? Or really noticeable?

[@OldtradesReviews]

Its noticeable . I mentioned alot of that in the video.

[@TopperDude]

@@OldtradesReviews cool! was thinking the differences may only be noticeable when compared side by side but good to know the improvements are big and obvious even without direct comparison.

[@OldtradesReviews]

Its different sounding speaker

[@michaelschafer6379]

Are they now more similar to the european Signatures? From the stats some people say so.

[@michaelschafer6379]

It's also said the E-versions were more refined, balanced in sound ... sounds similar to what you say about the Elites

[@OldtradesReviews]

I have not heard the European ones so I can not say. But these do sound better then the previous version

[@michaelschafer6379]

Another thing that's said about the E's 😉

[@elviscortes4575]

Hola ✌🏼 Una pregunta, si quisiera armar mi teatro en casa con el par de altavoces ES20, altavoz central ES35, dos torres ES60 y un subwoofer HTS 12, qué receptor debería comprar para que las alimente bien a todas? Muchas gracias, espero su respuesta, saludos.

[@jcepri]

The ES50's and the S60's are the same price right now ($349 each), so I'm debating which ones to buy. I already own the ES30 center, but I don't think that matters. One thing I noticed is that the ES50's say that are Res Audio Certified, Dolby Atmos & DTS:X compatible. Does that matter or is that a gimmick? Which would you buy? This is already over my budget, so I can't do the ES60's.

[@OldtradesReviews]

All speakers are compatible with Dolby and DTS......I think its more a way or reassuring people. The high res certified though may be a bit different. Acknowledging the speakers can handle the higher frequencies. I have not listened to the ES50.

[@Kwarkiemodo]

Get the s60's. They are way better than the ES50's. It is also a bigger speaker and has an extra 6.5 inch woofer.

[@shamrock4840]

Did you like these more than the B& W 603’s you reviewed? Do you have a ranking listing somewhere yet ?

[@OldtradesReviews]

Yes i like these better

[@shamrock4840]

@@OldtradesReviews it’s hard to believe how many anti B&W reviews there are …

[@OldtradesReviews]

I think the B&W700 series is much better sounding, but also much more expensive. Its all about component matching, and our hearing. Some speakers do well with a variety of amps and receivers. And some do not

[@billgatesc1072]

So what's the real difference between the regular and the elite? Cuz I can't hear the difference.

[@OldtradesReviews]

I think I explained what I heard well in the video. You own both?

[@billgatesc1072]

@@OldtradesReviews my neighbor owns the elite I own the classic. We have 99% Identical rooms and setups, I know odd right. If anything his sounds more muddy but you have to really try to hear it. The only difference in our rooms is the display.

[@cescobianchi]

Thanks for the video! As soon as the S50E speakers arrived to me, I read the news that the ES50 had come out 😞. Do you know the differences between these models? I use them for home theatre with the s35e, s10e and the sub HTS 10. thank you so much!

[@OldtradesReviews]

Hi, You welcome. Thanks for Watching. I am not sure. I think the S50E is a Europe model and the ES50 is for North America.

[@cescobianchi]

@@OldtradesReviews Hey! no I don't think so because before on the Italian site all the products had the initials S..E, while now SE .. Aesthetically, the only thing different are the feet which are black compared to steel

[@michaelschafer6379]

It's quite Simple: S(ignature)60 S(ignature)60E(urope) S(ignature)E(lite)60 The E-versions are pretty similar from the stats to the ES, you may don't hear much difference.

[@tlacaelel25]

Great video , I need your advice , I have Marantz pm 7000n network amplifier , I’m listening cds , vinyl , streaming hi res , I’m between es 55 or es 60 , my lisntening room is between small to medium size , thank you .

[@1slyboy]

Is there an amplifier you would recommend for this speaker? I’m considering pairing it with a Denon AVR-X3700H 8K Ultra HD 9.2 Channel (105Watt X 9) Also what would you consider a good pairing for center channel - I was considering Polk Signature Elite ES35 Slim Center Channel Speaker but having second thoughts given your video on their other version?

[@OldtradesReviews]

I would go with a higher power receiver. Like the Marantz ones with 125 watt x2 and the 70% power guarantee. Because the Denon is 105 x2 then drops power in 9ch mode. If you go with the Denon, It might be good idea to have the mindset of adding a amp down the road.

[@fouriewaldo]

Polk ES50 or Polk XT60 which one to take?

[@sleeper1023]

For you, how does this compare with the R700 especially for rock/metal?

[@OldtradesReviews]

I like the R700 more. It sounds deeper, more neutral, better mids having a dedicated midrange.

[@VASKION]

@@OldtradesReviews How about the R600? These two should be a little bit more equal.

[@Kwarkiemodo]

@@VASKION go listen to them both. You can't go wrong with either of these. The R700 is the flagship to go for if you have the money.

[@lifebarier]

Is this better or SVS Prime Tower to pair with svs sb1000 pro? And would there be any problems running this off marantz M-CR612 ?

[@владимирбутузов-ы7ж]

А каким кабелем или лучше подключить к ресиверу Onkyo tx8390 спасибо большое

[@andreasgunnarsson7276]

what is recommed max power input in RMS? cant find anywhere just 30-300. But what does th spekaer say? the ES60 Thanks

[@jamesreeve6465]

How would you compare it to the R500?

[@OldtradesReviews]

I have listened to the R700 and R900 and reviewed them. I think if I was going to use a sub then the R500...because its only 5/25 inch woofers....if no sub then the es60

[@70sroomreviews14]

Question please. Is that $550 per speaker or per pair? Please advise and thanks sir.

[@OldtradesReviews]

Speaker

[@BoboMedia007]

Is it ok to mix the elite series along with signature series speakers?

[@OldtradesReviews]

They do sound different but I have mixed all my speakers with both of my setups. As long as they sound similar it should be ok

[@Jeremy83courchene12]

It sounds more bassy because 32 hz is much more auditable then 26hz

[@usa3904]

What is the difference between Polk Audio S60E and Polk Audio Signature Elite ES60?

[@MrAlexH9121]

It's the same Speaker.

[@CrashCarson14]

Does it make much of a difference if using room correction?

[@OldtradesReviews]

I Never use room correction.

[@cryptonator1988]

​@OldtradesReviews seems too damn confusing and technical for me .. i want too just hook up my speakers and listen too them straight out the box.. not trying too hook up a microphone and walk around the room and hope my receiver will correct some algorithm bs off a probable guess..

[@MasterofPlay7]

is it better than the klipsch rp8000f ii?

[@pauljames1586]

@@McBeakerson how about in the bass department?

[@marknelson801]

All new drivers for lower distortion and a new crossover. Polk has a good speaker in the Signature series. They just made it better.

[@petemonsta2670]

Nice job. In a couple of your speaker comparison videos i spotted KLH in the row but they were not mentioned. Did i miss a KLH Kendall review somehow? Thanks

[@OldtradesReviews]

Hi. Thanks for watching. It arrived with a smushed tweeter so I could not fairly review it.

[@petemonsta2670]

@@OldtradesReviews That's good info, because my hesitancy on them are 2 separate reviews on the web that HAD THE SAME EXPERIENCE! Was the packaging crap? I have been trying to guess at a match/balance for the unheard unicorn Yamaha A6A.My taste on sonic signature appears to fall in line with your's.

[@akshitkapoor21]

I have rti a7. Does upgrading to the es60 make any sense? Please suggest. I have marantz 6013.

[@OldtradesReviews]

No. I have the RTI A3 Bookshelf and it sounds almost the same

[@navdeepsinghjagga]

We have the RTI-A9 in our demo room. And if you are upgrading from the RTI-A7 then o yes it does make a difference. The highs especially are very clear and pronounced in the ES series. If you need more info or a demo video of both series in action you can contact me.

[@AlonB]

@@OldtradesReviews I just want to replace my rti a3 with the es20, you think it’s sound same?

[@romanov_uz]

Look like S60e for europe 👌 I have S55e and it looks like elite ES55 😅

[@OldtradesReviews]

Thanks for sharing that.

[@8474Starscream]

HA fun fact I have the same DC Direct The Dark Knight Statue.............very cool!

[@OldtradesReviews]

Thats cool. Have you knocked yours over? i have many times. Its tips so easy hahaha

[@8474Starscream]

@@OldtradesReviews Knock the statue over? Hell noooo its pretty big and heavy. You have the 1/6 scale one correct? Then again it sits on my Dresser which is solid as a rock.

[@OldtradesReviews]

Haha its about 6 inches tall. poke it with your finger from the back vs barman's chest....it goes timber easy one way. Its usually if i gently bump into whatever its on. ..like a bookshelf.....sometimes just moving something on it. That was good deal on those speakers. I agree alot of old speakers sound better than the new.

[@8474Starscream]

@@OldtradesReviews Yeah when I am jamming out to the Technics I'm like damn these sound good. The only meh factor is the Speaker wire terminal....old school does not have posts.

[@8474Starscream]

@@OldtradesReviews Marantz SR7013 hit. Holy smokes what a difference in power & sound quality its amazing. It was a pain swapping out and getting setup actually exhausting 😆 and learning new intricacies which I'm just scratching the surface on. But right off the bat driving these Super Towers with some authority. Damn these new devices including TV when u swap out devices you have to almost go back and reset everything. Very impressed but this AVR does run a lot hotter 🔥 🥵 than the Pioneer. Gotta pickup that Fan 🎬......surround sound options are a lot different as well. Do u have to open up the draw bridge to see the surround sound setting on LCD? It doesn't reflect on the submarine window 😂

[@danbinning3397]

Can I add an ES30 to my S55s and S15s surround setup? Or do I need to find an S30?

[@OldtradesReviews]

I didnt care for the S30 in my review. had problems hearing voices and it was boomy.

[@JP-pc6to]

@@OldtradesReviews have you heard the ES30? Have you heard the ES20s?

[@hdtv175]

s60s sounds better than s60e polk audio for me best compatible with yamaha i run with yamaha rx-a3080 s60s don't sound too bright and s60s bass sounds deeper than s60e

[@OldtradesReviews]

Hi, Thats interesting. Thanks for sharing that. How long have you have the Original signature vs the new ones?

[@michaelschafer6379]

S60S?

[@hdtv175]

@@michaelschafer6379 yes

[@danhenderson783]

Polk website shows all the older style signature on sale. This is an indicator that the newer version is a replacement and not an addition to the previous version.

[@OldtradesReviews]

Good point.

[@GEmiliano182]

Sorry for the laziness, do these have bluetooth?

[@CarsTechWood]

I’ve got the S60s, S35, S20s, and S10s. If I could go back I would not have bought the S10s

[@OBEYmyFEEDS]

What did you not like about the ES10s I just bought 2 pairs and plan to use them as my back surrounds?

[@OldtradesReviews]

Why is that?

[@CarsTechWood]

S60 looks better IMO

[@mikephillips5551]

Driver wise the S60 S50 S20 they look a 100 times better then the ES

[@LibtardsTears]

Thanks for the review!! For home theater usage would you pick ES55 towers (with lsim706 center) or LsiM 703s bookshelves?

[@OldtradesReviews]

Thanks for watching. I have not listened to the LSIM speakers. Do you own the center? The 703 is a 3 way, with a 6.5 inch woofer.(which may have better midrange)..vs the the 2 way es55. The 55 would have better bass and be much taller. I have some links in the description for stores.