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  3. Monitor Audio Bronze C150 vs Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G

Monitor Audio Bronze C150 vs Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G Comparison

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Monitor Audio Bronze C150

Passive Center Channel | 66-30k Hz

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Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G

Passive Surround | 83-30k Hz

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Monitor Audio Bronze C150 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 C150 is a Center Channel speaker whereas the Bronze AMS 7G is a Surround speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Monitor Audio Bronze C150 and Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key SpecsMonitor Audio Bronze C150Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G
Design2-way2-way
Tweeter1" vented dome with waveguide1" Hard-Dome
Woofer5.25" aluminum4"
Frequency response66-30k Hz83-30k Hz
Sensitivity88 dB86 dB
Impedance8 ohms8 ohms
Power range30-120 watts—
Weight7.01kg / 15.4lbs—
Dimensions (H x W x D)6-9/16" x 17-13/16" x 8-15/16"
167.0 x 453.0 x 228.0mm
6.81" x 7.38" x 11.88"

Bronze C150 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 SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Monitor Audio Bronze 2
  
Bookshelf 42-30k Hz 90 dB8Ω 1 x 6.5"
Monitor Audio Bronze 50
  
Bookshelf 40-30k Hz 85 dB8Ω 1 x 5.25"
Monitor Audio Bronze 100
  
Bookshelf 37-30k Hz 87 dB8Ω 1 x 8"
Monitor Audio Bronze 1
  
Bookshelf 55-30k Hz 88 dB8Ω 1 x 5.5"
Monitor Audio Bronze 500
  
Floor-standing 32-30k Hz 90 dB8Ω 2 x 8"
Monitor Audio Bronze 200
  
Floor-standing 35-30k Hz 88 dB8Ω 2 x 5.25"
Monitor Audio Bronze C150
Center Channel 66-30k Hz 88 dB8Ω 1 x 5.25"
Monitor Audio Bronze 300 7G
  
Floor-standing 34-30k Hz 88 dB8Ω 2 x 6"
Monitor Audio Bronze Centre 7G
  
Center Channel 50-30k Hz 88 dB8Ω 2 x 6"
Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G
Surround 83-30k Hz 86 dB8Ω x 4"

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


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Drivers

Both Bronze C150 and Bronze AMS 7G are 2-way speakers.

Tweeter - 1 inchWoofer - 5.25 inch
Monitor Audio Bronze C150
Tweeter - 1 inchWoofer - 4 inch
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 C150 Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 5.25-inch x 4-inch

Bronze C150 features a 1" aluminum vented dome with waveguide Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" aluminum Woofer. On the other hand, the Bronze AMS 7G features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and x 4" Woofer.

Frequency Response

Bronze C150 has a frequency range of 66-30k Hz whereas Bronze AMS 7G has a frequency range of 83-30k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 66Hz, the Bronze C150 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 Center Channel class in our database.

Low Frequency

Center Channel Speakers

Bronze C150
Bronze AMS 7G
Min
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 C150 and Bronze AMS 7G have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Bronze C150 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 C150 a more sensitive speaker compared to Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Center Channel Speakers

Bronze C150
Bronze AMS 7G
Min
Average
Median

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Monitor Audio Bronze C150
 
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Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

Bronze C150 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 C150 Terminals
Monitor Audio Bronze C150's Binding post terminals

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 C150's and Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G's external dimensions. Monitor Audio Bronze C150 has external dimensions of 167.0 x 453.0 x 228.0mm (6-9/16 x 17-13/16 x 8-15/16inch) whereas Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G has external dimensions of ().

Monitor Audio Bronze C150 is 6mm shorter and 73.8mm less deeper than Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G but it is also 265.5mm wider.

What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Bronze C150?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Bronze C150:
  • Center-channel loudspeaker
  • Grille
  • 2 Terminal-jumpers (pre-installed)
  • 4 Self-adhesive rubber feet
  • Hex-key
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Important Safety Instructions


Reasons to choose Monitor Audio Bronze C150 over Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G

Sensitivity 88 dB vs 86 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
Woofer Size 5.25 inches vs 4 inches Larger woofer
Low Frequency Response 66 Hz vs 83 Hz Generates deeper bass
Height 167mm vs 173mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Price per pair* 395USD 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 C150

Base Surface Area 0cm2 vs 1032cm2 Takes less floor space

Monitor Audio Bronze C150 vs Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Monitor Audio Bronze C150 Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G
Brand Monitor Audio Monitor Audio
Speaker Type Center channel speaker Surround speaker
Sensitivity 88 dB 86 dB
Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
Frequency Response 66-30k Hz 83-30k Hz
Drivers
Woofer Quantity 1
Woofer Size 5.25" 4"
Woofer Composition aluminum
Tweeter Size 1" 1"
Tweeter Type vented dome with waveguide Hard-Dome
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver No No
Physical Specs
Height 167.0mm (6.6") 173.0mm (6.8")
Width 453.0mm (17.8") 187.5mm (7.4")
Depth 228.0mm (9") 301.8mm (11.9")
Weight 7.01kg (15.4lbs) n/a
Enclosure Acoustic Suspension
Finish n/a MDF/Wood-grain vinyl
Available Colors Walnut Walnut
Grille Yes n/a
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
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.

AreaBetterWhy
Bass A Monitor Audio Bronze C150 digs deeper - 66Hz against 83Hz.
Amplifier needs A Monitor Audio Bronze C150 is more sensitive (88dB vs 86dB), so it goes louder on the same amplifier.
Type depends A Passive Center Channel against a Passive Surround - a different job rather than a better one.
Price A Monitor Audio Bronze C150 is cheaper - $395 against $779, about 49% less; arguably a different class.

A Monitor Audio Bronze C150   B Monitor Audio Bronze AMS 7G
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, placement 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 C150 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 C150 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.


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