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AE300 vs Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G Comparison

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AE300

Passive Bookshelf | 45Hz - 30kHz

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AE300 vs Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing AE300 and Silver 100 7G, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from Acoustic Energy and Monitor Audio.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of AE300 and Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

AE300 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1.1" dome with waveguide Tweeter
  • 5.2" ceramic aluminium sandwich Woofer
  • 45Hz - 30kHz Frequency Response
  • 86 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range:up to 100watts
  • Weight:6.50kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 300.0" x 6.9" x 10.2"( 300.0 x 175.0 x 260.0mm )

Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter
  • 8" C-CAM RST II Woofer
  • 35-35k Hz Frequency Response
  • 87.5 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:40-120watts
  • Weight:9.43kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 377.0" x 9-1/8" x 13-1/16"( 377.0 x 232.0 x 332.0mm )

What size room are the AE300 and Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G speakers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size and max power parameters:

Listening Environment* AE300 Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G
Near-field Average Poor
Small Room Good Average
Mid-size Room Average Good
Large Room Poor Average
Very Large Room Bad Poor

(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2. Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the AE300 and Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.


**This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.


Drivers

Both AE300 and Silver 100 7G are 2-way speakers.

Driver AE300 Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 1.1-inch 1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 5.2-inch 1 x 8-inch

AE300 features a 1.1" aluminium dome with waveguide Tweeter and 1 x 5.2" ceramic aluminium sandwich Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2800Hz. On the other hand, the Silver 100 7G features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 8" C-CAM RST II Woofer .

Frequency Response

AE300 has a frequency range of 45Hz - 30kHz whereas Silver 100 7G has a frequency range of 35-35k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 35Hz, the Silver 100 7G can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the AE300's min frequency of 45Hz.

Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.

Low Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

AE300
Silver 100 7G
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

AE300
Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G
Min
Average
Max

None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Impedance and Sensitivity

AE300 is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the Silver 100 7G which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms.

These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. AE300 sensitivity is rated at 86 dB and the Silver 100 7G's is rated at 87.5 dB. This 2 dB difference makes the Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G a more sensitive speaker compared to AE300, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Bookshelf Speakers

AE300
Silver 100 7G
Min
Average
Max

Power Range

Power range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.

AE300 can handle a max power of 120 watts RMS from the amp the whereas AE300 has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS , 20 watts less than the Silver 100 7G.

Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.

Physical Specs

Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare AE300's and Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G's external dimensions. AE300 has external dimensions of 300.0 x 175.0 x 260.0mm ( 11.4 x 6.9 x 10.2inch) whereas Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G has external dimensions of 377.0 x 232.0 x 332.0mm ( 14-13/16 x 9-1/8 x 13-1/16inch) .

Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 57mm wider, 77mm taller and 72mm deeper than AE300.

Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base surface area of the AE300 is approximately 455.0cm2 / 70.5inch2 and base area of the Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G is approximately 770.2cm2 / 119.4inch2. The AE300 requires 41% less surface area than the Silver 100 7G which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.

Weight Comparison

The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The AE300 weighs 6.50kg / 14.3lbs and the Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G weighs 9.43kg / 20.7lbs. This makes the Silver 100 7G 45% heavier than the AE300.

Here is a comparison of how AE300 and Silver 100 7G's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
AE300
Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G?

Here are the items that come with the Silver 100 7G:
  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • 4 Jumpers (pre-installed)
  • 8 Rubber feet
  • 2 Foam port plugs
  • Hex-key
  • Owners Manual
  • Important Safety Instructions

  • Reasons to choose Acoustic Energy AE300 over Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G
    Height 300mm vs 377mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Base Surface Area 455cm2 vs 770cm2 Takes less floor space
    Price per pair* 1099USD vs 1400USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

    Reasons to choose Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G over Acoustic Energy AE300

    Max Input Power 120 watts vs 100 watts Handle more power from your amplifier
    Sensitivity 88 dB vs 86 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    Nominal Impedance 8 ohms vs 6 ohms Less selective with amplifiers
    Woofer Size 8 inches vs 5.2 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 35 Hz vs 45 Hz Generates deeper bass
    High Frequency Response 35k Hz vs 30k Hz Generates higher frequency
    AE300 vs Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Acoustic Energy AE300 Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G
    Brand Acoustic Energy Monitor Audio
    Speaker Type Bookshelf speakers Bookshelf speakers
    Power Range up to 100 watts 40-120 watts
    Sensitivity 86 dB 87.5 dB
    Impedance 6 ohms 8 ohms
    Frequency Response 45Hz - 30kHz 35-35k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 5.2" 8"
    Woofer Composition ceramic aluminium sandwich C-CAM RST II
    Woofer Surround Material n/a Rubber
    Tweeter Size 1.1" 1"
    Tweeter Type dome with waveguide Hard-Dome
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Crossover Frequency 2800Hz n/a
    Firing Direction rear n/a
    Physical Specs
    Height 300.0mm (11.8") 377.0mm (14.8")
    Width 175.0mm (6.9") 232.0mm (9.1")
    Depth 260.0mm (10.2") 332.0mm (13.1")
    Weight 6.50kg (14.3lbs) 9.43kg (20.7lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
    Finish high density MDF MDF/Wood veneer
    Available Colors Piano Gloss White, Piano Gloss Black, Real Walnut wood veneer Ash,High Gloss Black,Black Oak,Satin White
    Mounting Bracket No
    Recommended Stand Height n/a 22-26"
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs n/a Yes
    Other
    Parts Warranty 5 Years
    Labor Warranty 5 Years

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