Monitor Audio Bronze 100 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Monitor Audio. It was released in 2020. It features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 8" C-CAM Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 37-30k Hz and a sensitivity of 87 dB. Monitor Audio Bronze 100 has an MSRP of 675$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Monitor Audio Bronze 100 is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:
| Listening Environment* |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Average |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | Bad |
(* 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.)
Monitor Audio's Bronze Series of Loudspeakers
Bronze 100 is a member of Monitor Audio's Bronze series of Passive speakers. Bronze is Monitor Audio's entry-level range, popular affordable British speakers with C-CAM metal-cone drivers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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Monitor Audio Bronze Series Speakers
Monitor Audio Bronze Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Monitor Audio Bronze 100 Speaker
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 has a Frequency response range of 37-30k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 30-100 watts. With a minimum frequency of 37 Hz, Bronze 100 delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.
Here we have a comparison of how Bronze 100's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
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Crossover frequency of the Monitor Audio Bronze 100?
The crossover frequency of the Bronze 100 is set to 2200Hz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.
Impedance and Sensitivity
Monitor Audio Bronze 100's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms but can go down to as low as
4.5 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
87 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Monitor Audio Bronze 100 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 87 dB, Monitor Audio Bronze 100 is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps. Work out how loud the Monitor Audio Bronze 100 plays in your room →
Minimum Impedance of the Monitor Audio Bronze 100
Even though the nominal impedance of the Bronze 100 is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Monitor Audio is 4.5 ohms Monitor Audio Bronze 100 so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.
What amplifier does the Monitor Audio Bronze 100 need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
15–100 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
Bronze 100 has Post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring. Bi-wiring can enhance the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by using separate speaker wires for the low and high-frequency drivers from a single amplifier. Bi-amping, on the other hand, involves using separate amplifiers for the high and low-frequency drivers, potentially resulting in a greater dynamic range and reduced distortion.
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Monitor Audio Bronze 100 External Dimensions and Weight
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 14.8 x 9.0 x 12.7inch (376.0 x 231.0 x 325.0mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of Monitor Audio Bronze 100 is approximately 750.8cm2 / 116.4inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Monitor Audio Bronze 100, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Monitor Audio Bronze 100 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
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WeightThe Monitor Audio Bronze 100 weighs 7.80kg / 17.2lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Bronze 100's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $750
Cabinet type and Materials
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Wood-grain vinyl finish. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Speaker Feet
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 comes with 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on.
It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.
Port Position
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe. Bronze 100 comes with
2 Foam port plugs so if you don't have any choice but place the speakers too close to the walls or other surfaces, you can use these plugs in order to avoid boomy or too much bass.
Available colors
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 is available in Walnut, Black, White and Urban Grey.
Wall Mounting
Bronze 100 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the Monitor Audio Bronze 100 come with a Grille?
Bronze 100 comes with magnetic grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible. Since the included grille of the Bronze 100 is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Bronze 100?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Bronze 100:
- 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
- 2 Grilles
- 4 Terminal-jumpers (pre-installed)
- 2 Foam port plugs
- 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet
- Hex-key
- Quick Start Guide
- Important Safety Instructions
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Monitor Audio Bronze 100.
- Speaker Cable and Connectors
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find more affordable options too.
- Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.
- Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Monitor Audio Bronze 100, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Monitor Audio Bronze 100
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Monitor Audio Bronze 100 speaker:
Official Brochure for Monitor Audio Bronze 100
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Monitor Audio Bronze 100 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Monitor Audio Bronze 100
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.