In this review, we will be comparing Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G and Prime Tower, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Monitor and SVS.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G and SVS Prime Tower first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G Key Specs
- 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter
- 2 x 6" C-CAM Woofer
- 34-30k Hz Frequency Response
- 88 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:40-150watts
- Weight:15.63kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1010.0" x 10-5/8" x 15-7/16"( 1010.0 x 270.0 x 393.0mm )
SVS Prime Tower Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1" dome Tweeter
- 4.5" Midrange
- 2 x 6.5" Polypropylene Woofer
- 4.5" Midrange
- 30-25k Hz Frequency Response
- 87 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:20-250watts
- Weight:18.23kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 931.0" x 8" x 11-11/16"( 931.0 x 204.0 x 297.0mm )
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G and SVS Prime Tower compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G is a -way design whereas the Prime Tower is a 3-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.
| Driver |
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G |
SVS Prime Tower |
|
Driver Setup
|
-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
1 x 4.5-inch |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 6-inch
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 6" C-CAM Woofer . On the other hand, the Prime Tower features a 1" aluminum dome Tweeter , a 4.5" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Polypropylene Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 350Hz and 2100Hz.
Frequency Response
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G has a frequency range of 34-30k Hz whereas Prime Tower has a frequency range of 30-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 30Hz, the Prime Tower can go slightly deeper then the Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G's min frequency of 34Hz.
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 Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G
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
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G and Prime Tower have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G sensitivity is rated at 88 dB and the Prime Tower's is at 87 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G a more sensitive speaker compared to SVS Prime Tower, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G
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.
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G can handle a max power of 250 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G has a max power handling value of 150 watts RMS , 100 watts less than the Prime Tower.
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.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G features Binding Post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Prime Tower has a 5-Way post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
SVS Prime Tower's 5-Way post terminals
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 Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G's and SVS Prime Tower's external dimensions. Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G has external dimensions of 1010.0 x 270.0 x 393.0mm ( 39-3/4inch x 10-5/8inch x 15-7/16inch ) whereas SVS Prime Tower has external dimensions of 931.0 x 204.0 x 297.0mm ( 36-5/8 x 8 x 11-11/16inch) .
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 66mm wider, 79mm taller and 96mm deeper than SVS Prime Tower.
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 300 7G is approximately 1061.1cm2 / 164.5inch2 and base area of the SVS Prime Tower is approximately 605.9cm2 / 93.9inch2. The Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G requires 75% more surface area than the Prime Tower which gives it a small disadvantage 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 Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G weighs 15.63kg / 34.4lbs and the SVS Prime Tower weighs 18.23kg / 40.1lbs. This makes the Prime Tower 17% heavier than the Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G.
Here is a comparison of how Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G and Prime Tower's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G
What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G:
2 Floorstanding loudspeakers 2 Grilles 8 Outrigger feet 8 Spikes Eight M10x25mm hex-screws Eight M4x15mm hex-screws 4 Terminal-jumpers (pre-installed)4 Foam port plugs Quick Start Guide Important Safety
What's in the Box of SVS Prime Tower?
Here are the items that come with the Prime Tower:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille (pre-installed)4 Elastomer isolation feet (pre-installed)4 Spike feet4 Nuts4 Protective discsOwners ManualSVS brochureOnline Product Registration Card
 Sensitivity |
88 dB
vs
87 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 High Frequency Response |
30k Hz
vs
25k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
 Price per pair* |
1249USD
vs
1400USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Max Input Power |
250 watts
vs
150 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
 Woofer Size |
6.5 inches
vs
6 inches
|
Larger woofer |
|
Low Frequency Response |
30 Hz
vs
34 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Height |
931mm
vs
1010mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
605cm2
vs
1061cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
| General |
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G |
SVS Prime Tower |
| Brand |
Monitor |
SVS |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
40-150 watts |
20-250 watts |
| Sensitivity |
88 dB |
87 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
34-30k Hz |
30-25k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
6" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
C-CAM |
Polypropylene |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
Hard-Dome |
dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
N/A" |
4.5" |
| Crossover Frequency |
n/a |
350Hz and 2100Hz |
| Firing Direction |
n/a |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1010.0mm (39.8") |
931.0mm (36.7") |
| Width |
270.0mm (10.6") |
204.0mm (8") |
| Depth |
393.0mm (15.5") |
297.0mm (11.7") |
| Weight |
15.63kg (34.4lbs) |
18.23kg (40.1lbs) |
| Enclosure |
|
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Vinyl |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
| Available Colors |
Black |
Black |
| Grille |
n/a |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |