Realistic Optimus T 120
A 3-way tower speaker system sold under Radio Shack's house brand, noted for its space-saving design and tuned port for bass response.
Overview
The Realistic Optimus T-120 is a pair of 3-way tower speakers produced under Realistic, the audio brand of Radio Shack (Tandy Corporation). Marketed as part of the Optimus line, these speakers were promoted for their combination of high technology, striking appearance, and vertical tower design that saved floor space. The system features a tweeter with a frequency range from 2kHz to over 30kHz, radiating sound from both front and back, and includes a tuned port to enhance low-frequency accuracy. While exact production years and technical specifications like impedance or sensitivity remain undocumented, the T-120 was positioned as a premium offering in Radio Shack’s in-store lineup, aimed at consumers building quality home audio systems.
Specifications
| Product type | Speakers / 3-way speakers |
| Design | Tower design |
| Driver complement | 3-way |
| Tweeter description | frequency range from 2kHz to over 30kHz. It radiates sound from both the front and back |
| Design feature | Tuned-port helps produce deep, accurate bass |
Market
A pair of Realistic Optimus T-120 speakers was listed for $90 in 2016, and by August 2024, a similar pair was priced at $180 (with a 15% discount offer). Foam surround degradation is a known issue, with owners commonly replacing midrange and woofer surrounds using generic foams available from sources like eBay and Simply Speakers.
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