Monitor Audio Bronze 1 vs Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G Comparison

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Monitor Audio Bronze 1

Passive Bookshelf | 55-30k Hz

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Passive Surround | 83-30k Hz

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Monitor Audio Bronze 1 vs Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different types of speakers by Monitor Audio. Monitor Audio Bronze 1 is a Bookshelf speaker whereas the Bronze AMS 7G is a Surround speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Monitor Audio Bronze 1 and Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key Specs	Monitor Audio Bronze 1	Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G
Brand	Monitor Audio United Kingdom · founded 1972	Monitor Audio United Kingdom · founded 1972
Design	2-way	2-way
Tweeter	1" Dome	1" Hard-Dome
Woofer	5.5" C-CAM	4"
Frequency response	55-30k Hz	83-30k Hz
Sensitivity	88 dB	86 dB
Impedance	8 ohms	8 ohms
Power range	20-70 watts	—
Weight	3.50kg / 7.7lbs	3.10kg / 6.8lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)	10.2" x 6.4" x 8.0" 260.0 x 165.0 x 205.0mm	6.81" x 7.38" x 11.88" 173.0 x 187.5 x 301.8mm

Bronze 1 and Bronze AMS 7G are members of Monitor Audio's Bronze series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.

Monitor Audio Bronze Series History

Model	Body	Frequency	Sensitivity	Impedance	Woofer
Monitor Audio Bronze 2	Bookshelf	42-30k Hz	90 dB	8Ω	1 x 6.5"
Monitor Audio Bronze 50	Bookshelf	40-30k Hz	85 dB	8Ω	1 x 5.25"
Monitor Audio Bronze 100	Bookshelf	37-30k Hz	87 dB	8Ω	1 x 8"
Monitor Audio Bronze 1	Bookshelf	55-30k Hz	88 dB	8Ω	1 x 5.5"
Monitor Audio Bronze 500	Floor-standing	32-30k Hz	90 dB	8Ω	2 x 8"
Monitor Audio Bronze 200	Floor-standing	35-30k Hz	88 dB	8Ω	2 x 5.25"
Monitor Audio Bronze C150	Center Channel	66-30k Hz	88 dB	8Ω	1 x 5.25"
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G	Floor-standing	34-30k Hz	88 dB	8Ω	2 x 6"
Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G	Surround	83-30k Hz	86 dB	8Ω	x 4"
Monitor Audio Bronze Centre 7G	Center Channel	50-30k Hz	88 dB	8Ω	2 x 6"

The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.

Drivers

Both Bronze 1 and Bronze AMS 7G are 2-way speakers.

Monitor Audio Bronze 1

Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G

TweeterWoofer

Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.

Driver	Monitor Audio Bronze 1	Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G
Driver Setup	2-way	2-way
Tweeter	1-inch	1-inch
Midrange	-	-
Woofer	1 x 5.5-inch	x 4-inch

Bronze 1 features a 1" Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.5" C-CAM Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2700Hz. On the other hand, the Bronze AMS 7G features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and x 4" Woofer.

Frequency Response

Bronze 1 has a frequency range of 55-30k Hz whereas Bronze AMS 7G has a frequency range of 83-30k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 55Hz, the Bronze 1 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Bronze AMS 7G's min frequency of 83Hz.

The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.

Low Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Bronze 1

Bronze AMS 7G

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Average

Median

Neither pair reaches down to 20Hz, the usual definition of full-range, which is normal for speakers of this size. If you want the bottom octave for movies or bass-heavy music, add a subwoofer to whichever you choose. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Impedance and Sensitivity

Bronze 1 and Bronze AMS 7G have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Bronze 1 sensitivity is rated at 88 dB and the Bronze AMS 7G's is at 86 dB. This 2 dB difference makes the Monitor Audio Bronze 1 a more sensitive speaker compared to Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Bookshelf Speakers

Bronze 1

Bronze AMS 7G

Min

Average

Median

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Monitor Audio Bronze 1

Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G

Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

Bronze 1 features Binding post type posts and Bronze AMS 7G has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

Monitor Audio Bronze 1's Post terminals

Monitor Audio Bronze 1 Port

Physical Specs

The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Monitor Audio Bronze 1's and Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G's external dimensions. Monitor Audio Bronze 1 has external dimensions of 260.0 x 165.0 x 205.0mm (10.2 x 6.4 x 8.0inch) whereas Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G has external dimensions of 173.0 x 187.5 x 301.8mm ().

Monitor Audio Bronze 1 is 22.5mm narrower and 96.8mm less deeper than Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G but it is also 87mm taller.

Size, drawn to scale

Both speakers and both views share one scale, so everything here is directly comparable. Hover a box for its dimensions.

One scale for both, standing on the same surface and pushed back to the same wall, so the deeper one visibly sticks out further.

Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G needs about 67% more floor or shelf area. Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G is 97mm deeper, so it stands that much further out from the wall. Monitor Audio Bronze 1 is 87mm taller.

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 Monitor Audio Bronze 1 is approximately 338.3cm² / 52.4inch² and base area of the Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G is approximately 565.9cm² / 87.7inch². The Bronze 1 requires 40% less surface area than the Bronze AMS 7G which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.

What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Bronze 1?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Bronze 1:

2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
2 Grilles
2 Foam port plugs
Hex-key
Owner's Manual
Important Safety Instructions

Reasons to choose Monitor Audio Bronze 1 over Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G

Sensitivity	88 dB vs 86 dB	Play louder with same amount of amplification power
Woofer Size	5.5 inches vs 4 inches	Larger woofer
Low Frequency Response	55 Hz vs 83 Hz	Generates deeper bass
Base Surface Area	338cm² vs 565cm²	Takes less floor space
Price per pair*	299USD vs 779USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

Reasons to choose Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G over Monitor Audio Bronze 1

Height	173mm vs 260mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Monitor Audio Bronze 1 vs Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

General	Monitor Audio Bronze 1	Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G
Brand	Monitor Audio	Monitor Audio
Speaker Type	Bookshelf speakers	Surround speaker
Sensitivity	88 dB	86 dB
Impedance	8 ohms	8 ohms
Frequency Response	55-30k Hz	83-30k Hz
Drivers
Woofer Quantity	1
Woofer Size	5.5"	4"
Woofer Composition	C-CAM
Woofer Surround Material	Rubber	n/a
Tweeter Size	1"	1"
Tweeter Type	Dome	Hard-Dome
Aimable Tweeter	No	No
Midrange Driver	No	No
Crossover Frequency	2700Hz	n/a
Firing Direction	rear	n/a
Physical Specs
Height	260.0mm (10.2")	173.0mm (6.8")
Width	165.0mm (6.5")	187.5mm (7.4")
Depth	205.0mm (8.1")	301.8mm (11.9")
Weight	3.50kg (7.7lbs)	3.10kg (6.8lbs)
Enclosure	Bass Reflex
Finish	MDF/Wood-grain vinyl	MDF/Wood-grain vinyl
Available Colors	Walnut, White, Rosemah, Black	Walnut
Mounting Bracket	No
Recommended Stand Height	30-31"	n/a
Grille	Yes	n/a
Moisture Resistancy	No	No
Connections
Biamp Inputs	No	n/a
Other
Parts Warranty	5 Years	5 Years
Labor Warranty	5 Years	5 Years

Verdict

Siblings in Monitor Audio's Bronze series, so they share a family sound. It comes down to size, output and price.

Area	Better	Why
Bass	A	Monitor Audio Bronze 1 digs deeper - 55Hz against 83Hz.
Amplifier needs	A	Monitor Audio Bronze 1 is more sensitive (88dB vs 86dB), so it goes louder on the same amplifier.
Size	depends	Similar cabinet size - neither is easier to fit.
Type	depends	A Passive Bookshelf against a Passive Surround - a different job rather than a better one.
Cabinet	depends	Ported vs Sealed. Sealed is tighter and happier near a wall; ported digs lower but wants space behind it.
Price	A	Monitor Audio Bronze 1 is cheaper - $299 against $779, about 62% less; arguably a different class.

A Monitor Audio Bronze 1 B Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, your system or how you will use them. Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.

Which should you choose?

Monitor Audio Bronze 1 is the easier recommendation: it leads on most of the measured areas and costs less. Take Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G if its size, looks or fit in your room suit you better. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 83Hz anyway, so judge these on the other rows instead. If your amplifier is modest, vintage or valve-based, Monitor Audio Bronze 1 is the safer partner - the other will want more current or more watts to sound its best.

And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.