In this review, we will be comparing two different types of speakers. Perlisten A3m LCR is a Center Channel speaker whereas the Gold 100 6G is a Bookshelf speaker.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Perlisten A3m LCR and Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | Perlisten A3m LCR | Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G |
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| Brand | Perlisten
United States · founded 2016 | Monitor Audio
United Kingdom · founded 1972 |
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| Design | 3-way | 3-way |
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| Tweeter | — | 1" |
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| Midrange | — | 3" |
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| Woofer | — | 8" HDT C-CAM |
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| Frequency response | 41-30k Hz | 32-60k Hz |
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| Sensitivity | 87.4 dB | 86.5 dB |
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| Impedance | 4 ohms | 4 ohms |
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| Power range | 50 – 250W watts | up to 1250 watts |
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| Weight | — | 14.05kg / 30.9lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 26.57" x 11.02" x 13.78"
674.9 x 279.9 x 350.0mm | 17-5/8" x 9-1/16" x 14-1/16"
448.0 x 231.0 x 358.0mm |
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What size room are the Perlisten A3m LCR and Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G 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* |
Perlisten A3m LCR |
Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G |
| Near-field |
Good |
Poor |
| Small Room |
Good |
Poor |
| Mid-size Room |
Average |
Good |
| Large Room |
Poor |
Good |
| Very Large Room |
No way |
Average |
(* 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.)
The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.
Drivers
Both A3m LCR and Gold 100 6G are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
Perlisten A3m LCR |
Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
1 x 3-inch |
|
Woofer
|
x -inch
|
1 x 8-inch
|
A3m LCR features a " Tweeter and x " Woofer. On the other hand, the Gold 100 6G features a 1" MPD III Tweeter, a 3" Midrange and 1 x 8" HDT C-CAM Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 700 Hz - 2600 Hz.
Frequency Response
A3m LCR has a frequency range of 41-30k Hz whereas Gold 100 6G has a frequency range of 32-60k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 32Hz, the Gold 100 6G can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the A3m LCR's min frequency of 41Hz.
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
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
A3m LCR and Gold 100 6G have the same Impedance of 4 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. A3m LCR sensitivity is rated at 87.4 dB and the Gold 100 6G's is at 86.5 dB.
One thing to keep in mind that the lower impedance speakers, especially the ones that are rated at 4 ohms may put more pressure on the amplifier unit comared to higher impedance speakers especially at high volume levels, so make sure the amp you pair with the A3m LCR and the A3m LCR can provide this impedance level.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. Staying
within that range gives nominal performance; driving the speaker beyond its maximum wattage can damage it.
Both handle the same maximum of 250 watts RMS, though A3m LCR is rated 50 – 250W watts and Gold 100 6G up to 1250 watts.
Note that higher power handling does not make a speaker louder: that depends mainly on
sensitivity and impedance. The calculator below shows how loud each of these actually plays
on a real amplifier.
Which plays louder on your amplifier?
Starting with a popular amplifier - change it to the one you own, or any you are
considering, and watch both numbers move.
Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Gold 100 6G features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. A3m LCR has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
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 Perlisten A3m LCR's and Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G's external dimensions. Perlisten A3m LCR has external dimensions of 674.9 x 279.9 x 350.0mm (26.57 x 11.02 x 13.78inch) whereas Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G has external dimensions of 448.0 x 231.0 x 358.0mm (9-1/16 x 17-5/8 x 14-1/16).
Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G is 48.9mm narrower and 226.9mm shorter than Perlisten A3m LCR but it is also 8mm deeper.
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.
Perlisten A3m LCR needs about 18% more floor or shelf area. Perlisten A3m LCR is 227mm 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 Perlisten A3m LCR is approximately 979.7cm2 / 151.9inch2 and base area of the Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G is approximately 827.0cm2 / 128.2inch2. The A3m LCR requires 18% more surface area than the Gold 100 6G which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G?
Here are the items that come with the Gold 100 6G:
- 2 Stand-mount loudspeakers
- 4 Grilles
- 8 Rubber feet
- 4 Jumper-plates (pre-installed)
- 2 Port plugs
- Quick Setup Guide
- Important Safety Instructions