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Audio system

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System channel configurationiMaker-stated channel layout of the exact package, such as 5.1.2. This can include virtual channels. It is not a count of physical drivers. Optional speakers do not count.

2.17Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Polk_Audio_Polk_Audio_Signa_S2_2-1-Channel_Soundbar_System_AM6214-ARead 16 October 2026Retailer table lists channel configuration 2.1-channel for model AM6214-A. Polk states no channel layout. The layout fits one bar array and one subwoofer.

3.1.22Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Infosheet: Dolby Atmos 3.1.2 sound bar with wireless subwoofer.

Physical drivers in the packageiCount of physical active speaker drivers across the supplied bar, subwoofer and rear speakers. Passive radiators, microphones and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

52Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Four drivers in the bar plus one woofer in the subwoofer, from the driver list.

82Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Seven drivers in the bar plus one woofer in the subwoofer, from the infosheet driver list. The Denon page copy says eleven drivers. That copy does not match the maker driver list and is not used.

Physical drivers in the bariCount of physical active speaker drivers in the soundbar alone. Passive radiators and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

42Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026

72Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Up-firing drivers in the packageiPhysical active drivers explicitly firing upwards across the supplied package. Virtual height channels and passive radiators do not count. A driver that fires upwards only when the bar is wall mounted is not counted.

02Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026No driver is described as up-firing. The page lists the bar drivers as a front array.

22Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Driver layoutiPublished physical driver layout for the supplied components. A row names one driver type in one component. Do not translate channel count into driver count.

APolk Audio Signa S2

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)	Orientation
Soundbar	Full-range oval driver, 32 × 112 mm	2	Not available	Front array
Soundbar	Tweeter	2	25	Not available
Subwoofer	Woofer	1	133.35	Not available

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Two 1.25 x 4.4 in (32 x 112 mm) full-range oval drivers and two 1 in (25 mm) tweeters in the bar. One 5.25 in woofer in the subwoofer. The product page calls the oval drivers midrange and lists them as the front array.

BPolk Audio Signa S4

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)	Orientation
Soundbar	Tweeter (left and right)	2	25	Front-firing
Soundbar	Racetrack midrange (left and right), 120 × 40 mm	2	Not available	Front-firing
Soundbar	Full-range center	1	25	Not available
Soundbar	Elevation (left and right)	2	66	Up-firing
Subwoofer	Woofer	1	150	Down-firing

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Infosheet lists two 1 in tweeters, two 4.7 x 1.6 in racetrack mids, one 1 in full-range center and two 2.6 in elevation drivers in the bar, and one 5.9 in woofer in the subwoofer. Metric sizes as published. Elevation and subwoofer firing directions come from the Trusted Reviews review.

Separate subwoofer includediA separate powered subwoofer is supplied with the reference package. A built-in woofer does not count.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Included subwoofer connectioniAudio link used by the supplied separate subwoofer. Wireless subwoofers can still require an AC power cable.

Wireless2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026

Wireless2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Included subwoofer driver diameteriPublished diameter of an active driver in the supplied separate subwoofer. Do not use enclosure size or passive radiator size.

133.35mm2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026The infosheet says 5.25 in (165 mm). The product page says 5.25 in / 13.34 cm and the retailer table says 5.25 in / 13.34 cm. 5.25 in is exactly 133.35 mm. The 165 mm figure matches no 5.25 in driver and is not used.

150mm2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Infosheet: woofer 5.9 in / 15 cm. Some retailer copy says 5.25 in. The maker figure is stored.

Rear speakers includediCount of separate rear speaker enclosures supplied with the reference package. Detachable bar ends count when usable as rears. Optional rear speakers do not count.

02Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026The box holds a sound bar and a subwoofer only. No rear speakers are listed.

02Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026What is in the Box lists a sound bar and a subwoofer only. The Trusted Reviews review says rear speakers cannot be added.

Included rear speaker connectioniAudio link to the supplied rear speaker enclosures. Their power connection is separate.

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Detachable rear speakersiThe bar has supplied detachable end sections usable as separate rear speakers.

No2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026

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Compatible optional subwoofersiMaker-named compatible additional subwoofer models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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Compatible optional rear speakersiMaker-named compatible additional rear speaker models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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Total RMS audio output poweriMaker-stated RMS or rated continuous amplifier output for the exact supplied package. Peak or unspecified maximum claims do not qualify. Distortion, load and rating conditions belong in the source note. Power consumption is separate.

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Total peak audio output poweriMaker-stated peak or maximum amplifier output for the exact supplied package. This is separate from RMS or continuous output and from electrical consumption. Rating conditions belong in the source note.

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Published frequency response lower limitiMaker-published lower limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note. Reviewer extension measurements are separate.

45Hz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Infosheet gives frequency response 45 Hz to 20 kHz for the system. Tolerance and test conditions are not published.

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Published frequency response upper limitiMaker-published upper limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note.

20kHz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026

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Audio formats

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Dolby AtmosiExplicit support for Dolby Atmos playback. Transport codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes.

No1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026The page describes Dolby Digital 5.1 decoding and says nothing about Dolby Atmos. Reviews and the HomeTheaterReview summary also say the bar has no Atmos.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

DTS:XiExplicit support for DTS:X playback. Virtual surround processing alone does not establish DTS:X decoding.

No4Press articleareadvd.de/news/polk-audio-praesentiert-neue-tv-soundbar-signa-s2Read 16 October 2026The sister article of 2018-10-27 says the bar has an integrated Dolby Digital decoder and supports neither Dolby Digital Plus nor DTS. No DTS:X is claimed in any source.

No4Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/polk-signa-s4Read 13 October 2026Review states the sound bar decodes PCM and Dolby formats and has no support for any DTS format. The maker manual lists no DTS format.

Supported audio formatsiAudio formats explicitly decoded by the device. Codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes. Bluetooth codecs and music-file formats are separate.

Dolby Digital1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026Page: Dolby Digital 5.1 decoding for virtual surround. The comparison table says Dolby Digital and DTS virtual surround. No DTS decoding is stated in a maker document.

Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications page: Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and Dolby Atmos. No DTS format is listed.

Audio formats by connectioniExplicitly supported audio decoding combinations. Max input channels counts decoded input audio channels, including LFE. A 5.1 layout has 6 channels and 7.1 has 8. Output speaker layouts and Atmos objects do not count. Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus and over Dolby TrueHD are separate rows. Format support on one input does not prove support on another.

APolk Audio Signa S2

Connection	Format	Max input channels
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital	6
Optical	Dolby Digital	6

Source3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Quick start guide: HDMI (ARC) and optical support Dolby 5.1 decoding. Six channels counts the 5.1 layout including LFE. The guide lists no other connection-specific format limits.

BPolk Audio Signa S4

Connection	Format
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Maker states Dolby Atmos needs the HDMI eARC connection between sound bar and TV. No other connection-specific format limits are published.

Music file formatsiPublished local or network music-file playback formats. Playback route and app restrictions belong in source notes.

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Max wired audio sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported sample rate for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify. A chipset limit is not device evidence.

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48kHz3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications page lists sampling frequency 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz for the sound bar. It does not name the connection or codec.

Max music file sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file sample rate. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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Max wired audio bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported bit depth for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify.

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Max music file bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file bit depth. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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Connectivity

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Ports on the bariPhysical connectors on the soundbar alone. Record input, output, ARC or eARC, service, subwoofer and power roles explicitly. Count identical connectors per row. Component connectors are described in source notes.

APolk Audio Signa S2

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	TV connection with ARC
Optical	1	Digital audio input
3.5 mm audio	1	Analog AUX audio input
AC power	1	Soundbar power input

Source3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Back panel diagram labels TV (Optical), AUX, TV (HDMI ARC) and Power. The Polk page lists the same inputs. A separate subwoofer power cord is in the box.

BPolk Audio Signa S4

Connector	Count	Version	Role
HDMI	1	2.1	TV connection with eARC or ARC
Optical	1	Not available	Digital audio input
3.5 mm audio	1	Not available	Analog AUX audio input
USB-A	1	Not available	Firmware updates
AC power	1	Not available	Soundbar power input

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Infosheet inputs: one HDMI eARC output, one optical input, one 3.5 mm analog input, Bluetooth and one USB-A for firmware updates. The manual also describes a hidden USB music input. HDMI 2.1 comes from the launch announcement text on Home Theater Forum and the Greentoe retailer table, not from the maker documents.

HDMI ARC

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Inputs list HDMI ARC. The infosheet text describes a built-in HDMI Audio Return Channel and lists no eARC.

Yes3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

HDMI eARC

No3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Back panel and connection steps name the HDMI port TV (HDMI ARC). No eARC is stated in any maker document.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

HDMI-CEC

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Infosheet: volume control from the TV remote requires the bar on the TV HDMI ARC port and CEC enabled on the TV.

Yes3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

HDMI video passthroughiCan pass video from a dedicated HDMI source input to a television output. ARC or eARC alone does not qualify.

No3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026The back panel has one HDMI connector, the TV ARC output. There is no HDMI source input.

No3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026The only HDMI connector is the TV eARC/ARC connection. There is no HDMI source input.

Video passthrough modesiPublished supported passthrough combinations, not inferred maxima at untested resolutions. State chroma, bit depth, HDR and firmware restrictions in source notes.

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HDR passthrough formats

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VRR passthrough

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ALLM passthrough

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HDCP versioniHighest HDCP version the maker states for an HDMI port of the soundbar, such as 2.3. When the source inputs and the TV output differ, the source input version is stored. A bar with no HDMI input stores the version of its TV output, also when that output carries video from a built-in streaming player.

2.21Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026Key Technologies text: HDMI ARC for a single cable connection to the TV, supports 4K with HDCP 2.2, Dolby Vision and HDR10. The bar has one HDMI connector, the TV ARC output, and no HDMI source input.

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Bluetooth audio inputiCan receive audio from a Bluetooth source. A Bluetooth remote alone does not qualify.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Bluetooth versioniPublished version of the soundbar audio connection. An optional remote or detachable rear can use a different version.

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5.03Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications page: Bluetooth Version 5.0, Power Class 2, A2DP 1.3 and AVRCP 1.6.

Bluetooth audio codecsiExplicitly supported codecs for received Bluetooth audio. A Bluetooth version alone does not establish a codec.

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SBC3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications page: corresponding codec SBC.

Wi-Fi

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Wi-Fi standardiPublished Wi-Fi standards for the soundbar, written as 802.11 names without IEEE, such as "802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax". A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is "802.11ac" and Wi-Fi 6 is "802.11ax". Do not infer the standard from frequency bands.

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Wi-Fi bandsiPublished radio bands, such as 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

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Built-in Ethernet speediRated speed of the built-in port. An optional adapter does not count.

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Streaming and control

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Streaming protocolsiNamed network playback protocols, such as AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect. Bluetooth is separate.

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Voice assistantsiNamed assistants supported by the soundbar. Built-in and external-device routes and market restrictions belong in source notes.

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Built-in microphoneiPhysical microphone in the bar for voice or calibration. An external setup phone or remote microphone does not count.

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Microphone mute controliA physical control on the soundbar explicitly disables its built-in voice microphone. State whether this is an electrical switch or software-controlled button when known.

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Companion apps

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Companion app platforms

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Multiroom audioiCan play synchronised audio with other rooms through a supported network platform. Optional surround expansion alone does not qualify.

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Remote includediA separate remote control supplied with the reference package. Phone apps and TV remotes do not count.

Yes1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s4/300443.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Sound processing

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Sound modes

Movie, Music, Night1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026Page features: movie and music modes, one button preset EQ settings, and a Night Mode.

Movie, Music, Night2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Automatic room calibrationiExplicit acoustic measurement or analysis used to adapt playback to the room. Manual EQ alone does not qualify. Setup phone requirements belong in source notes.

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Room calibration system

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Dialogue enhancementiA dialogue or voice mode counts, also when the maker lists it as an EQ preset.

Yes1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Night mode

Yes1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Equalizer controlsiPublished user-adjustable EQ controls. Bass and treble controls are distinct from multi-band EQ.

Bass Control3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Optimizing your listening experience: bass control raises or lowers the bass volume. The remote has bass up and down buttons.

Bass Adjust2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

TV speaker integrationiNamed features allowing compatible television speakers to play with the bar. TV models and connection requirements belong in source notes.

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Power

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Published operating poweriMaker-published operating electrical consumption of the soundbar alone. Included subwoofer and rear-speaker consumption do not count. Keep workload and method in source notes. Audio amplifier output is separate.

40W3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Specifications for the sound bar: power consumption 40 W. The subwoofer is listed separately at 40 W.

40W3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound bar specifications: power consumption 40 W. The subwoofer is listed separately at 40 W.

Published standby poweriMaker-published non-networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Networked standby and other components are separate.

0.3W3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Sound bar standby mode 0.3 W. Subwoofer standby 0.26 W.

1.5W3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound bar standby mode 1.5 W. Deep standby mode 0.3 W. The sound bar has no network standby.

Published networked standby poweriMaker-published networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Enabled radio and network conditions belong in source notes.

1.6W3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Sound bar Bluetooth standby 1.6 W. The bar has no other network connection, so Bluetooth standby is the only networked standby figure. Subwoofer Bluetooth standby is 1.1 W.

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Power supplyiPublished AC input range or external DC adapter arrangement. Electrical input ratings are not operating consumption.

Sound bar: AC 100 to 230 V, 50/60 Hz. The wireless subwoofer has its own power cord, AC 100 to 230 V, 50/60 Hz.3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Specifications: sound bar AC 100 to 230 V, 50/60 Hz and subwoofer AC 100 to 230 V, 50/60 Hz.

Sound bar: AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz. The wireless subwoofer has its own power cord, AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz.3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Detachable rear battery lifeiMaker-stated runtime of the supplied detachable rear speakers. Volume, mode and recharge conditions belong in source notes.

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Detachable rear charge timeiMaker-stated full recharge time of supplied detachable rear speakers. Charging route belongs in source notes.

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Measured

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured lower extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold, mode, room correction and configuration belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured upper extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold and configuration belong in source notes.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum sound pressure. Signal, distance, sound mode and supplied or optional speaker configuration belong in source notes.

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Frequency response deviation (measured)iReviewer-measured standard error against the stated target. Target, averaging range, preset and test method belong in source notes.

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Measured latencyiReviewer-measured audio latency. Keep source/TV, firmware, codec, synchronisation correction and exact tested speaker configuration in source notes. Negative offsets are valid when the method reports them.

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Operating power (measured)iReviewer-measured operating consumption of the soundbar alone. Optional or supplied external speakers do not count. Workload and enabled radio conditions belong in source notes.

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Standby power (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only standby consumption. Network state and test conditions belong in source notes.

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Soundbar weight (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only weight. Excludes subwoofer, rears, mounting hardware and cables.

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Dimensions and weight

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Soundbar dimensionsiBar alone in its normal tabletop orientation, without detachable rears, wall brackets or external cables. A source that includes detachable ends must use component_dimensions instead. A size labelled L x W x H, as on Amazon, is width x depth x height.

Width900Height55Depth84mm(35.4 × 2.2 × 3.3 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Infosheet gives the bar as W x H x D 90 x 5.5 x 8.4 cm. The product page gives 899.9 x 54.6 x 81.8 mm (35.43 x 2.15 x 3.22 in). The infosheet is used.

Width1,046Height60Depth95mm(41.2 × 2.4 × 3.7 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Infosheet gives sound bar W x D x H as 1046 x 95 x 60 mm.

Soundbar weightiBar alone, without detachable rears, subwoofer, wall brackets or external cables. Source-published masses including detachable ends belong in component_dimensions.

1,800g(4 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Infosheet gives the bar as 1.8 kg.

2,900g(6.4 lb)3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound bar weight 6 lbs 6 oz (2.9 kg). Subwoofer weight 9 lbs 1 oz (4.1 kg).

Component dimensions and weightiPublished dimensions and mass for named supplied components, including a bar with detachable rears attached when stated. Each row describes one enclosure, not the pair, unless the component label explicitly states a set. Width, height and depth use normal installed orientation.

APolk Audio Signa S2

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer	171	341	312	5,200

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Infosheet gives the subwoofer as W x H x D 17.1 x 34.1 x 31.2 cm and 5.2 kg. The product page gives 170.7 x 340.4 x 309.9 mm.

BPolk Audio Signa S4

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer	200	280	328	4,100

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Infosheet gives subwoofer W x D x H as 200 x 328 x 280 mm. Weight comes from the manual.

Package dimensions

Width975.4Height241.3Depth482.6mm(38.4 × 9.5 × 19 in)7Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Polk_Audio_Polk_Audio_Signa_S2_2-1-Channel_Soundbar_System_AM6214-ARead 16 October 2026Box dimensions (LxWxH) 38.4 x 19 x 9.5 in, mapped to width, depth and height in that order. Inches converted exactly and rounded to 0.1 mm.

Width1,117.6Height263.7Depth441.5mm(44 × 10.4 × 17.4 in)7Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Polk_Audio_Signa_S4_3-1-2-Channel_Dolby_Atmos_Soundbar_System_300443-01-00-101Read 13 October 2026Retailer table lists box dimensions (LxWxH) as 44 x 17.38 x 10.38 in. Mapped to width, depth and height in that order. Inches converted exactly to mm and rounded to 0.1 mm.

Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

9,072g(20 lb)7Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Polk_Audio_Polk_Audio_Signa_S2_2-1-Channel_Soundbar_System_AM6214-ARead 16 October 2026Package weight 20 lb, converted exactly and rounded to 1 g.

9,584g(21.1 lb)7Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Polk_Audio_Signa_S4_3-1-2-Channel_Dolby_Atmos_Soundbar_System_300443-01-00-101Read 13 October 2026Retailer table lists package weight 21.13 lb. NFM lists 21.20 lb. Converted exactly and rounded to 1 g.

Wall mountable

Yes1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026Specifications table lists mounting type keyhole hanger.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Infosheet: wall mountable yes.

Yes1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s4/300443.htmlRead 13 October 2026Page copy describes a low-profile, wall-mountable design. Wall mount template and spacers are supplied. Screws are not listed.3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026Section Hanging the sound bar on a wall describes two keyholes and the supplied template and spacers.

In the box

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In the box

Sound bar, Subwoofer, Remote control, AAA battery, 5 ft (1.5 m) HDMI cable, 5 ft (1.5 m) optical cable, Sound bar power cord, Subwoofer power cord, Spacers, Quick start guide1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026Specifications table: 2 pieces, 1 sound bar and 1 subwoofer, with a 5 ft HDMI cable, a 5 ft optical cable, a quick start guide and an IR remote control. The quick start guide adds the AAA remote battery, both power cords and spacers.

Sound bar, Subwoofer, Remote control, Sound bar power cord, Subwoofer power cord, HDMI cable, Optical cable, 2 AAA batteries, Quick start guide, Registration card, Safety card, Wall mount template, Wall mount spacers1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s4/300443.htmlRead 13 October 2026Specifications tab What's in the Box. The infosheet lists one power cord. The page lists sound bar and subwoofer power cords.

Wall mount hardware includediSupplied bar mounting brackets or mount. Screws alone do not establish that a complete mount is included.

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HDMI cable included

Yes1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s4/300443.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Optical cable included

Yes1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s4/300443.htmlRead 13 October 2026

General

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Series

Signa1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026

Signa1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s4/300443.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

112625-01-00-101, AM6214-A, AM6215-A1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026US page SKU and MPN 112625-01-00-101. The infosheet lists AM6214-A and the international SKU AM6215-A for the same product.

300443-01-00-1011Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s4/300443.htmlRead 13 October 2026US page SKU 300443-01-00-101.

GTIN / EAN

747192131104, 07471921311112Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026UPC 747192131104 for AM6214-A. The international SKU AM6215-A has UPC 0747192131111.

7471921358298Retailer pagecreativeaudio.net/signa-s4Read 13 October 2026UPC 747192135829 listed with part number 300443-01-00-101. Electronic Express lists the same UPC.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

September 20186Press articlexatakahome.com/altavoces/polk-audio-renueva-su-gama-barras-sonido-compacta-signa-s2/ampRead 16 October 2026Spanish article dated 2018-09-08 reports the new Signa S2 as announced, at about 200 US dollars and arriving at dealers in the fall. The exact US price is not stated, so no US launch price is stored.

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Status

Available1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026US maker page offers the black model in stock at $249. That price is not the launch price.

Available1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s4/300443.htmlRead 13 October 2026US maker page offers the black model for purchase. The current page price is $449, which is not the launch price.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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$3995Press articlehometheaterforum.com/polk-audio-introduces-signa-s4-dolby-atmos-sound-bar-systemRead 13 October 2026Launch article of 2021-12-20 gives the system price as $399 and says it is available now from Polk Audio. The Tom's Guide review also gives $399. US MSRP excluding sales tax is not stated.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€2494Press articleareadvd.de/news/polk-audio-praesentiert-neue-tv-soundbar-signa-s2Read 16 October 2026German article of 2018-10-24: Polk announces a new TV sound bar with wireless subwoofer at 249 euros recommended retail price (UVP). VAT treatment is not stated and a German UVP normally includes VAT.

€3496Press articleareadvd.de/news/polk-audio-stellt-neues-dolby-atmos-soundbar-system-vorRead 13 October 2026German launch report of 2021-12-16: available now for 349 euros recommended retail price (UVP) from PolkAudio.com and dealers. VAT treatment is not stated and a German UVP normally includes VAT.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, EU1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026US page lists the US SKU. The EU market comes from the German launch report.4Press articleareadvd.de/news/polk-audio-praesentiert-neue-tv-soundbar-signa-s2Read 16 October 2026German launch report names the German market.

US, EU1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s4/300443.htmlRead 13 October 2026US page lists the US SKU and US pricing. The EU market comes from the German launch report.6Press articleareadvd.de/news/polk-audio-stellt-neues-dolby-atmos-soundbar-system-vorRead 13 October 2026

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026

Black1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s4/300443.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Links

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Product page

www.polkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.html1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026

www.polkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s4/300443.html1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s4/300443.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Spec sheet

www.polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026

www.polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw0ff899e4/downloads/signa-s4-infosheet-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Manual

www.polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdf3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026The quick start guide is the only guide on the maker site. It says the complete owner's manual is online, but the page links no such file.

www.polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdf3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw3319e610/downloads/signa-s4-owners-manual-en.pdfRead 13 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026Specifications table: electronics warranty 1 year and drivers warranty 2 years for the US. The highlights text says 1 year amplifiers and 3 years speakers, and the infosheet says drivers 3 years. Only the electronics term is stored.

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