---
product_id: 160785481
title: "65-RT in-Wall Speaker (1) 6.5\" Driver - The Vanishing Series with Premium Sound | Power Port & Paintable Grille White"
brand: "polk audio"
price: "$864.95"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Polk Audio"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/160785481-65-rt-in-wall-speaker-1-6-5-driver-vanishing
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---

# Patented Power Port tech for deep bass 6.5" Dynamic Balance woofer Patented rotating cam for secure install 65-RT in-Wall Speaker (1) 6.5" Driver - The Vanishing Series with Premium Sound | Power Port & Paintable Grille White

**Brand:** polk audio
**Price:** $864.95
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎬 Elevate your home theater with sound that disappears but never disappoints!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 65-RT in-Wall Speaker (1) 6.5" Driver - The Vanishing Series with Premium Sound | Power Port & Paintable Grille White by polk audio
- **How much does it cost?** $864.95 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/160785481-65-rt-in-wall-speaker-1-6-5-driver-vanishing)

## 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

- • **Invisible Elegance:** Ultra-thin, paintable grille and flush-mount design vanish seamlessly into your walls—because your sound should be the star, not the speaker.
- • **Bass That Moves You:** Patented Power Port technology eliminates turbulence, pumping out deep, distortion-free bass that transforms any room into a cinematic experience.
- • **Immersive Soundstage Mastery:** Crystal-clear highs and premium bass powered by Polk’s Dynamic Balance drivers and silk dome tweeter deliver theater-grade audio that commands attention.
- • **Versatile Surround Sound Hero:** Optimized for 3.1 to 7.1 channel setups, these speakers adapt as front, side, or rear surrounds, making your home theater the envy of every audiophile circle.
- • **Effortless Precision Installation:** Innovative rotating cam system and perfect-fit templates guarantee vibration-free, secure mounting—no extra hassle, just flawless performance.

## Overview

The Polk Audio 65-RT is a 6.5-inch in-wall speaker featuring Dynamic Balance drivers and a silk dome tweeter, enhanced by Polk’s patented Power Port technology for deep, clear bass. Designed for flush mounting with a paintable grille, it blends invisibly into your décor while delivering premium sound. Its patented rotating cam system ensures secure, vibration-free installation. Ideal for multi-channel home theater setups, it offers versatile placement as front, side, or rear surround speakers, making it a top choice for audiophiles seeking high-performance, discreet audio solutions.

## Description

The home theater sound system, 65-RT, feature Polk's patented Power Port bass venting system that eliminates turbulence for bigger, more efficient deep bass impact in this easy-to-place, single-woofer in-wall design that can be used for movie night and other family gatherings. These wired speakers are recommended as left and right front channel units, stealth side or rear surround speakers in an RTi theater system setup, or for superior dynamics in practically invisible multi-zone music systems for homeowners who also are home theater enthusiasts that want high-quality sound. Virtually-flush mounting with a minimal-flange design means the speaker never attracts attention by its looks, only by its performance with these wall mounted speakers. Equipped with a Dynamic Balance woofer and a silk dome tweeter, this 5.1 surround sound system delivers solid bass and detailed high-frequency response with crisp, clear imaging. Timbre-matched to Polk RTi music speakers for seamless blending from speaker to speaker in systems that combine traditional and built-in speakers, it suits music enthusiasts interested in music listening and entertainment for smart home owners.

Review: Excellent in-wall speaker for the price. We have used them as rear/surrounds in small-ish and medium-sized rooms with fantastic results. Like most similarly-priced in-wall speakers, this model (and others from Polk) do not have integrated enclosures (a box-like structure made of thin material, similar to a traditional speaker cabinet). The lack of an enclosure means that much of the sound energy dissipates behind the speaker and gets lost inside the wall cavity. Manufacturers claim that they take wall cavities into account when designing this type of in-wall speaker -- and that the space between wall studs functions like an oversized speaker cabinet. The problem is that studs often have holes or gaps, especially in big cities like NYC where metal studs (with large pre-punched holes every foot or two) are required by code, even in residential buildings. Anyway, this speaker sounds surprisingly good and while a lot of sound does seem to disappear within the wall, plenty of sound gets to the listener in the room. We add foam inserts inside the wall about a foot above and below the speaker, and that helps. A nice feature on this model is that the tweeter is mounted in a gimbal, allowing the tweeter to be aimed at an angle -- very handy for tweaking directionality without the hassle of cutting another hole and moving the speaker in case the initial placement is not perfect (or if you change your furniture or room layout down the road). If you don't have budget constraints then consider more expensive "audiophile" brands like Sonance or Definitive, as many of their in-wall speakers have integrated enclosures, nicer speaker components, and better crossover circuitry. But expect to pay 5x to 10x as much for those fancy in-wall speakers that may or may not sound slightly better to listeners with critical ears. Just keep in mind that many, many factors are involved -- particularly the size and proportions of the room, furniture and cabinets in the room, windows and doors, amplifiers and other equipment used in the system, etc. For the vast majority of home theatre owners, these would be a great choice for a small or small-to-medium room. For larger rooms, look at Polk's 265-RT.
Review: I have these at ear height and at the same height my Polk CSi A6 Centre channel. When I had first set up my system, the subs weren't working in some situations. For example, when playing Spotify music. I have to say that the speakers alone providing the bass was quite impressive! I had to put my ear to the subs to make sure they were on or off. Now with the everything working as usual, the subs make a huge difference but that accidental test gave me alot of confidence in these speakers My walls are grey and I decided to leave the grills white and I think they look nice. The thin bezel is really nice and really do look built in. For your reference I am using these speakers as my front R/L speakers in a 5.2.4 Dolby Atmos setup. . The other speakers are: Center - CSi A6 Subs - BIC America PL-200 and Mirage Nano Sub (made by klipsh 8") Height - Polk MC80 x 4 (Front and rear height) Rear - Polk MC80 (I put the ceiling speakers in wall and it works well)

## Features

- CRYSTAL CLEAR SOUND & PREMIUM BASS, packed together in a small size. Powered by Dynamic Balance, Distance Toggle & Polk's patented Power Port technology, the 65-RT In-wall speaker comes with a 6.5" Mid/Woofer and a 1" Dome Tweeter
- BUILD A HIGH-PERFORMANCE HOME THEATER SETUP THAT DELIVERS! Designed to offset reflective surfaces with no sound distortions, use this speaker as LEFT/RIGHT FRONT SPEAKERS, STEALTH SIDE OR REAR SURROUNDS in a 3.1, 5.1, 6.1 or 7.1 channel 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 outer grille in any color you want and it EASILY BLENDS INTO YOUR HOME DÉCOR
- 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

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004L9DGDE |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,605,162 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #146 in Ceiling & In-Wall Speakers |
| Brand Name | Polk Audio |
| Colour | black |
| Colour Name | black |
| Compatible Devices | Home Theater |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (226) |
| Date First Available | 6 August 2012 |
| Frequency response curve | 32 Hz - 27 kHz |
| Impedance | 8 Ohms |
| Included Components | Polk’s Wafer-thin Sheer Grille - White, Paintable |
| Is Waterproof | false |
| Item Weight | 2 kg 660 g |
| Item model number | 65 RT |
| Manufacturer | Polk Audio |
| Material | Enclosure: MDF; Components: Polypropylene, Aluminum, Silk |
| Model Name | 65RT |
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Power Source | ac |
| Product Dimensions | 27.9D x 41.9W x 14H Centimeters |
| RMS Power Range - Amplifiers | 125 Watts |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Home Theater |
| Speaker Size | 6.5 Inches |
| Speaker Type | In-wall Speaker |
| Special Feature | Built In Microphone |
| Subwoofer Diameter | 6.5 Inches |
| Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 5.1 |
| Wireless Communication Technology | No Wireless Communication Technology |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Surround
- **Brand:** Polk Audio
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wired
- **Frequency Response:** 27000 Hz
- **Speaker Maximum Output Power:** 125 Watts

## Images

![65-RT in-Wall Speaker (1) 6.5" Driver - The Vanishing Series with Premium Sound | Power Port & Paintable Grille White - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61o3VjgqedL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What are the cutout dimensions?**
A: According to installation cutout template, it's 12.75 by 7.25.  Please see the Polk website for the template.

**Q: Does it come in pair? or is this a single speaker?**
A: This is a single speaker.

**Q: Do these come with front grills**
A: Yes, take notice of the pictures attached to these speakers being offered. I believe all brand new speakers comes with grills. I have not seen brand new speakers that does not come with grills, it's always part of the package. Hope this helps

**Q: What is the power rating on these speakers, are they 100W or 150W?**
A: Hello,
They were designed to work with amplifier up to 125 watts/channel.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by B***. on 27 March 2017*

Excellent in-wall speaker for the price. We have used them as rear/surrounds in small-ish and medium-sized rooms with fantastic results. Like most similarly-priced in-wall speakers, this model (and others from Polk) do not have integrated enclosures (a box-like structure made of thin material, similar to a traditional speaker cabinet). The lack of an enclosure means that much of the sound energy dissipates behind the speaker and gets lost inside the wall cavity. Manufacturers claim that they take wall cavities into account when designing this type of in-wall speaker -- and that the space between wall studs functions like an oversized speaker cabinet. The problem is that studs often have holes or gaps, especially in big cities like NYC where metal studs (with large pre-punched holes every foot or two) are required by code, even in residential buildings. Anyway, this speaker sounds surprisingly good and while a lot of sound does seem to disappear within the wall, plenty of sound gets to the listener in the room. We add foam inserts inside the wall about a foot above and below the speaker, and that helps. A nice feature on this model is that the tweeter is mounted in a gimbal, allowing the tweeter to be aimed at an angle -- very handy for tweaking directionality without the hassle of cutting another hole and moving the speaker in case the initial placement is not perfect (or if you change your furniture or room layout down the road). If you don't have budget constraints then consider more expensive "audiophile" brands like Sonance or Definitive, as many of their in-wall speakers have integrated enclosures, nicer speaker components, and better crossover circuitry. But expect to pay 5x to 10x as much for those fancy in-wall speakers that may or may not sound slightly better to listeners with critical ears. Just keep in mind that many, many factors are involved -- particularly the size and proportions of the room, furniture and cabinets in the room, windows and doors, amplifiers and other equipment used in the system, etc. For the vast majority of home theatre owners, these would be a great choice for a small or small-to-medium room. For larger rooms, look at Polk's 265-RT.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by K***8 on 5 June 2017*

I have these at ear height and at the same height my Polk CSi A6 Centre channel. When I had first set up my system, the subs weren't working in some situations. For example, when playing Spotify music. I have to say that the speakers alone providing the bass was quite impressive! I had to put my ear to the subs to make sure they were on or off. Now with the everything working as usual, the subs make a huge difference but that accidental test gave me alot of confidence in these speakers My walls are grey and I decided to leave the grills white and I think they look nice. The thin bezel is really nice and really do look built in. For your reference I am using these speakers as my front R/L speakers in a 5.2.4 Dolby Atmos setup. . The other speakers are: Center - CSi A6 Subs - BIC America PL-200 and Mirage Nano Sub (made by klipsh 8") Height - Polk MC80 x 4 (Front and rear height) Rear - Polk MC80 (I put the ceiling speakers in wall and it works well)

### ⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***R on 8 June 2022*

The weak bass is probably the absence of a speaker box for resonance, otherwise okay.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Polk Audio 65-RT in-Wall Speaker (1) 6.5" Driver - The Vanishing Series with Premium Sound | Power Port & Paintable Grille White
- 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
- Polk Audio 265-RT 3-Way in-Wall Speaker - The Vanishing Series | Easily Fits in Ceiling/Wall | High-Performance Audio - Use in Front, Rear or as Surrounds | with Power Port & Paintable Grille - Black

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