IRWINDALE, Calif. – August 20, 2026 – BIC America, a longtime designer of high-performance, high-value home audio products, announces the return of the RtR brand with the new RtR Elite On-Wall Series, a family of passive loudspeakers designed to bring the soundstage and dynamic performance of a traditional component home theater to rooms where floor standing speakers are impractical and a soundbar is not enough. The new series continues RtR’s heritage, incorporating designs developed with highly experienced engineers, made to simplify setup for the modern home audio enthusiast.
Built specifically around modern wall-mounted TVs, the RtR Elite Series includes three On-Wall Towers (OWT), two voice-matched center-channel options, and two dual-angle surround speakers. The system combines internally braced MDF cabinets, high-output driver configurations, and placement-specific acoustic designs with straightforward wall mounting, giving homeowners and integrators a flexible way to build a true multichannel system without occupying valuable floor space.
“Today’s TVs have gotten dramatically larger while becoming thinner and less intrusive, but traditional speaker options haven’t evolved in the same way,” said Eric Huang, President of BIC America. “With the RtR Elite line, we set out to preserve the performance, separation and impact consumers expect from a component home theater while matching the size of the large-screen TVs on the market today. It’s exactly the kind of practical engineering and exceptional value BIC America has always stood for.”
Tower Performance Moves to the Wall
At the front of the system are the OWT65, OWT75 and OWT85 On-Wall Towers, sized to visually complement 65-, 75- and 85-inch-class TVs. Unlike ultra-shallow on-wall designs, the OWT models use comparatively larger, internally braced MDF enclosures with two extra-long-throw 4.5-inch woofers and four passive radiators, increasing cabinet volume and air movement to support greater dynamic output and bass extension.
The towers also feature tapered cabinets that angle their output downward toward the listening position rather than projecting above seated listeners when installed alongside higher-mounted TVs. All three models handle up to 100 watts RMS and use gold-plated binding posts supporting speaker wire up to 14 gauge.
For installations requiring a dedicated center channel, the series includes the OWCLR35B, designed for placement below the television, and the OWCLR33A, which can be mounted above the display with three downward-angle positions to direct dialogue toward listeners. Both are voice-matched to the OWTs and can be mounted vertically for use as left/right speakers in room configurations where the standard OWT placement is not ideal.
Dual-Angle Surrounds Expand the Sweet Spot
Completing the system are the S2040 and S3070 surrounds, designed for front-height, side-wall or rear-wall placement in either vertical or horizontal orientations.
The S2040 provides 20- and 40-degree mounting options, allowing installers to select an angle based on the speaker’s height and distance from the seating area. The S3070 takes a different approach, incorporating separate driver sets on precisely angled 30- and 70-degree baffles. The design broadens on-axis coverage for listeners seated both near and farther from the speaker, including challenging positions close to side or rear walls.
All RtR Elite models are passive loudspeakers that require an AV receiver or amplifier and are designed to be paired with a subwoofer with an 80Hz-or-higher crossover. They work together as a voice-matched family for 5.1, 7.1 and immersive home-theater configurations, and mounting templates, heavy-duty keyhole mounts and installation hardware are included to simplify setup.
Pricing and Availability
The RtR Elite Series is expected to begin shipping September 1, 2026 through BIC America’s distributor network and Amazon.
- OWT65 On-Wall Tower: $429 MSRP each
- OWT75 On-Wall Tower: $449 MSRP each
- OWT85 On-Wall Tower: $469 MSRP each
- OWCLR35B Center Channel: $439 MSRP each
- OWCLR33A Center Channel: $469 MSRP each
- S2040 Dual-Angle Surrounds: $429 MSRP per pair
- S3070 Dual-Angle Surrounds: $549 MSRP per pair
For more information about BIC America and the RtR Elite Series, visit bicamerica.com.
About BIC America
Since 1950, BIC America has been committed to delivering audiophile-grade performance in home audio products with outstanding value. From developing patented technologies like the Venturi Port to reintroducing the iconic RtR Elite On-Wall Towers and Surrounds line, BIC America continues to provide dealers, professional integrators and consumers with speaker solutions that outperform expectations.
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