In this review, we will be comparing Silver 500 7G and La Scala AL5, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Monitor Audio and Klipsch. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G and Klipsch La Scala AL5 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G and Klipsch La Scala AL5 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
Both Silver 500 7G and La Scala AL5 are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G |
Klipsch La Scala AL5 |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 3-inch |
1 x 2-inch |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 8-inch
|
1 x 15-inch
|
Silver 500 7G features a 1" gold dome C-CAM with Uniform Dispersion (UD) Waveguide II Tweeter , a 3" Midrange and 2 x 8" C-CAM RST II Woofer . On the other hand, the La Scala AL5 features a 1" polyimide diaphragm compression horn-loaded Tweeter , a 2" Midrange and 1 x 15" fiber-composite cone with folded horn Woofer .
Frequency Response
Silver 500 7G has a frequency range of 27-35k Hz whereas La Scala AL5 has a frequency range of 51-20k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 27Hz, the Silver 500 7G can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the La Scala AL5's min frequency of 51Hz.
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
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Monitor Audio Silver 500 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
Silver 500 7G and La Scala AL5 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Silver 500 7G sensitivity is rated at 90.5 dB and the La Scala AL5's is at 105 dB. This 14 dB difference makes the Klipsch La Scala AL5 a more sensitive speaker compared to Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
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.
Silver 500 7G can handle a max power of 250 watts RMS from the amp the whereas La Scala AL5 has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS, 150 watts less than the Silver 500 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.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Both Silver 500 7G and La Scala AL5 features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.
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 Silver 500 7G's and Klipsch La Scala AL5's external dimensions. Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G has external dimensions of 1085.0 x 323.0 x 393.0mm ( 42-11/16 x 12-11/16 x 15-7/16inch) whereas Klipsch La Scala AL5 has external dimensions of 1016.0 x 616.0 x 643.0mm ( 40 x 24-1/4 x 25-5/16inch) .
Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G is 293mm narrower and 250mm less deeper than Klipsch La Scala AL5 but it is also 69mm taller.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G and Klipsch La Scala AL5 in scale.
Comparison image of Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G and Klipsch La Scala AL5 Size and External Dimensions
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 Silver 500 7G is approximately 1269.4cm2 / 196.8inch2 and base area of the Klipsch La Scala AL5 is approximately 3960.9cm2 / 613.9inch2. The Silver 500 7G requires 68% less surface area than the La Scala AL5 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 Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G weighs 22.53kg / 49.6lbs and the Klipsch La Scala AL5 weighs 91.36kg / 201lbs. This makes the La Scala AL5 306% heavier than the Silver 500 7G.
Here is a comparison of how Silver 500 7G and La Scala AL5's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G
What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Silver 500 7G:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille4 Outrigger feet4 Rubber feet (pre-installed on outrigger feet)4 Spikes4 Bolts4 Machine screws2 Foam port plugs2 Hex-keysOwners ManualImportant Safety Instructions
What's in the Box of Klipsch La Scala AL5?
Here are the items that come with the La Scala AL5:
2 Loudspeaker cabinets2 Subwoofer cabinets2 Grilles4 Jumper-straps (pre-installed)Owners ManualCongratulations letterKlipsch brochure
 Max Input Power |
250 watts
vs
100 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Number of Woofers |
2
vs
1
|
More woofers |
| Low Frequency Response |
27 Hz
vs
51 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
35k Hz
vs
20k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Base Surface Area |
1269cm2 (323x393mm)
vs
3960cm2 (616x643mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
3200USD
vs
12274USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Sensitivity |
105 dB
vs
91 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
| Woofer Size |
15 inches
vs
8 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 Height |
1016mm
vs
1085mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
| General |
Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G |
Klipsch Heritage La Scala AL5 |
| Brand |
Monitor Audio |
Klipsch |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
80-250 watts |
up to 100 watts |
| Sensitivity |
90.5 dB |
105 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
27-35k Hz |
51-20k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
8" |
15" |
| Woofer Composition |
C-CAM RST II |
fiber-composite cone with folded horn |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
gold dome C-CAM with Uniform Dispersion (UD) Waveguide II |
horn-loaded |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
3" |
2" |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
n/a |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1085.0mm (42.7") |
1016.0mm (40") |
| Width |
323.0mm (12.7") |
616.0mm (24.3") |
| Depth |
393.0mm (15.5") |
643.0mm (25.3") |
| Weight |
22.53kg (49.6lbs) |
91.36kg (201lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Acoustic Suspension |
| Finish |
MDF/Wood veneer |
MDF/Woof veneer |
| Available Colors |
Oak |
Black |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
10 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
10 Years |