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Polk Audio Legend L800 - Left
Flagship Large Floor-Standing Tower Speaker (Left) with STEREO/DIMENSIONAL ARRAY®
If you want an immersive experience that no other technology can deliver, the L800 speakers are for you. Built on the legendary SDA technology that became synonymous with Polk innovation, you will be absolutely blown away by this true flagship experience. Note: These speakers are sold individually with specific Left and Right variations. You must add both to your cart to receive a stereo pair.
- Dual 10" drivers & 5.25" Turbine Cone woofers
- Dual 1" Pinnacle Ring Radiator tweeters
- Enhanced Power Port® for better bass
- Iconic cabinetry engineered for max performance
- SDA-PRO technology for lifelike stereo imaging
- Compatible with L900 height module
True Stereo
For the first time in nearly 25 years, Polk is introducing a new SDA speaker – the Polk Legend L800. The Legend L800 floorstanding speaker features new patents that build on the original SDA mission of maintaining full stereo separation all the way from the source to your ears. As a result, L800 renders the most lifelike detailed, stereo imaging you have ever heard from Polk. The speakers seem to disappear as the sonic images fill your listening room with startling realism. It does this by minimizing the inherent distortion found in all stereo speakers known as interaural crosstalk (IAC) by utilizing a second column of transducers called a dimensional array. The Legend L800 speakers are the most revealing and best sounding SDA speakers Polk has ever made.
The only true stereo speaker
Polk SDA speakers were the first true stereo speakers because they were able to maintain stereo separation all the way from the source to your ears. By acoustically isolating the two stereo channels, each ear hears only the correct stereo channel. The left ear hears left channel, and the right ear hears right channel. Recordings literally come alive in your listening room. Musical images are reproduced with clarity and pinpoint accuracy. You are immersed in an awe-inspiring three-dimensional sound stage that extends from wall-to-wall (width), floor to ceiling (height) and extends both in-front and behind the speakers (depth).
New high resolution
40 plus years of tweeter innovation, design and prototyping has led to the development of the new 1” high definition Pinnacle ring radiator tweeter. Developed by Polk Audio, it delivers ultra-clear, crisp highs without unwanted coloration or distortions. Hi-Res Audio Certified to ensure the most lifelike reproduction—whether you're watching the latest Ultra-HD moves or listening to music on SACD or streaming services like Apple Music, Amazon Music HD, or Tidal.
New 5.25" turbine cone
Polk developed the new Turbine Cone specifically for the Legend series to ensure the natural reproduction of the mid-range, the frequencies our ears are so sensitive to. The Turbine cone combines Polk’s proprietary foam core and the molded Turbine geometry which dramatically increases stiffness and damping, without adding mass, resulting in a smooth, detailed mid-range and effortless bass – hear every detail.
3d audio compatibility optional height module
For the ultimate listening experience, the L800 can be used for the front stage of any home theater or as side and rear surrounds. Elevate your sound of your home theater set up with our optional Legend L900 height module (sold separately). This works with today’s new home theater technologies including: Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS:X, DTS:X Virtual, IMAX Enhanced and Auro-3D.
Patented Power Port
Better Bass By Design
For Legend Series we enhanced our patented Power Port® technology by fine-tuning the geometry of the port flare to smoothly transition air flow from the speaker into your listening area. The result? Louder, cleaner bass and more defined midrange by minimizing the turbulence, distortion, and port noise typically found in traditional ported speaker designs.
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Professional Reviews 93/100
Deliciously Crispy
Sound Quality
93/100
Build Quality
90/100
Value for Money
93/100
The soundstage is the headline here: with SDA Pro engaged, the Polk Legend L800 throws a huge, deep image that Matthew Poes says is the most realistic he’s heard. Add subwoofer-like bass, neutral mids, and strong dynamics, and Craig Chase and Audiophilepure frame it as a true high-end bargain.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Massive, realistic soundstage imaging with SDA Pro, especially on well-recorded or binaural material
Deep, authoritative bass that reaches into subwoofer territory and stays tight on demanding music
Neutral, convincing midrange and lively dynamics that handle both delicate passages and big crescendos well
Strong value for a flagship-class speaker, with reviewers calling it a bargain or tremendous value
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Cons
Best imaging depends on a centered sweet spot and careful setup; off-axis listening reduces the SDA effect
The speakers can sound constrained or less impressive with smaller receivers and benefit from substantial amplification
SDA processing can introduce a slight timbre coloration and a mildly forward treble character
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 93/100
Reviewers describe a speaker with unusually expansive, convincing presentation and strong full-range capability. The only recurring caveat is a slight treble rise on one review and some amp sensitivity, but the overall picture is of a highly accomplished sound that is both powerful and engaging.
Bass
96/100
Bass is repeatedly described as deep, tight, and unusually authoritative for a passive tower. Reviewers say it reaches into subwoofer territory, with one noting output below 20Hz and another calling the low end capable of handling material normally reserved for a separate sub.
Mid
91/100
The midrange is generally described as neutral, accurate, and believable, with just a hint of warmth from one reviewer. A minor caveat appears in the Audioholics review, which notes some timbre coloration from the SDA effect, though it was often not offensive and not obvious on all music.
Treble
89/100
Treble is praised as extended and generally accurate, with no major reports of harshness. One reviewer notes a slight forwardness from a very small treble rise, and another mentions the natural in-room roll-off above 10kHz, so the top end sounds clear rather than especially silky or airy.
Soundstage Imaging
98/100
This is the standout trait. Reviewers consistently describe a huge, deep, and wide stage, with images extending well beyond the room and a highly realistic presentation on the right material. One review goes so far as to call the imaging the best and most realistic heard, and the SDA effect is repeatedly credited with creating a uniquely expansive, out-of-the-box experience.
Dynamics
92/100
Dynamics are strong, with convincing microdynamic finesse and effortless crescendos. Reviewers note that the L800 can handle quiet-to-loud swings with ease and remains lively and engaging, though it can ask for serious amplification to show its best at realistic levels.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
90/100
Build is described as stout and high-end, with internal bracing and a sealed midrange compartment called out in one review. Another reviewer says the speaker looks and feels high end in the system, though there is not a deep discussion of finish details, long-term reliability, or cabinet refinement beyond that.
Value for Money
93/100
Value is praised very strongly. Reviewers repeatedly call the L800 a bargain or tremendous value in the context of high-end loudspeakers, saying it delivers more than comparable speakers at the price and is highly recommended despite not being inexpensive.
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