"While plenty of folks use portable Bluetooth speakers for their outdoor listening needs, they're not the most practical choice if you're setting up an outdoor environment at your home and want something more permanent. With the weather getting warmer, now is the time to invest in an outdoor speaker system. If you're willing to go with a permanent solution, the Polk Audio Atrium 5 speakers are worth considering."
"Also: The best Bluetooth speakers of 2025: Sonos, JBL, Bose, and more The speakers are designed for those building a system rather than those who want something quick and easy. They require an amplifier to work, and connect to that amplifier through good ol' fashioned speaker wire -- like most audiophile speakers. No wireless setup, and no power cables. As someone who considers themselves an audiophile, though, I don't mind the extra work at all."
"You can still see the Polk Audio Atrium 5 speakers, obviously, but with their understated design, there's less focus on looks. The speakers come in either all black or all white, and they should look great in any environment. On the front, there's a mesh speaker grille that covers the 5-inch woofer and three-quarter-inch tweeter. It's interrupted only by a small Polk Audio logo toward the top."
Polk Audio Atrium 5 outdoor units offer a permanent, weather-resistant option for home outdoor audio. They require an external amplifier and connect via traditional two-conductor audio cable, with no wireless or power cables. The design is understated, available in all black or all white, with a mesh grille protecting a 5-inch woofer and three-quarter-inch tweeter. Preinstalled mounting brackets allow vertical or horizontal wall mounting. The aesthetic aims to blend into outdoor environments rather than attract attention. The setup suits audiophiles willing to install and integrate components for higher-quality sound. The units prioritize sound quality over plug-and-play convenience.
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