Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Monitor Audio. It features a 1" Tweeter and 1 x 6" HDT C-CAM Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 55 Hz - 60 kHz and a sensitivity of 85 dB. Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G has an MSRP of 2499$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G 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 | Poor |
| Small Room | Average |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Average |
| Very Large Room | Poor |
(* 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 Gold 50 6G Lifestyle
Monitor Audio's Gold 6G Series of Loudspeakers
Gold 50 6G is a member of Monitor Audio's Gold 6G series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
Monitor Audio Gold 6G Series Speakers
Monitor Audio Gold 6G Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G Speaker
Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G has a Frequency response range of 55 Hz - 60 kHz at ±3dB and Power Range of up to 150 watts. With a minimum frequency of 55 Hz, Gold 50 6G delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $3000. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how Gold 50 6G's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 3000$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Bookshelf speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G's 55Hz:
On the treble side, with its upper limit of 60 kHz, Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G has the highest frequency level among the Bookshelf speakers in our database.
Crossover frequency of the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G?
The Crossover frequency of the Gold 50 6G is set to 2.5 kHz. 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 Gold 50 6G's nominal impedance level is
4 ohms but can go down to as low as
4 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
85 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G is a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective, make sure that you choose an amplifier than can provide 4 Ohms for this speaker.
Many AVRs (audio/video receiver) in the market may have difficulty when the speakers dip below the 4 Ohms levels (this may cause clipping or even physical damage), so we recommend to not pair the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 85 dB, Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G 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.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G:
Input Type
Gold 50 6G has Binding 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.
Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G Back View
Recommended Break In
8 Rubber feet.
Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G External Dimensions and Weight
Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 7-5/16 x 12-5/8 x 11-15/16 (186.0 x 321.0 x 304.0mm ).
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 Gold 50 6G is approximately 975.8cm2 / 151.2inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G 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 Gold 50 6G Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
WeightThe Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G weighs 8.52kg / 18.7lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Gold 50 6G's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $3000
How does the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G compare to the Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G?
One of the natural alternative to the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G is the Gold 100 6G which is located one step higher in Monitor Audio's Passive Bookshelf selection.
Here is a scaled size comparison of these two speakers to give you an idea how their external dimensions compare:
Comparison image of Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G and Monitor Audio Gold 100 6G Size and External Dimensions
Check the Detailed Comparison of Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G vs Gold 100 6G for more details.
Cabinet type and Materials
Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. 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.
Available colors
Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G is available in Macassar Wood Veneer, High-Gloss Black and Satin White.
Wall Mounting
Gold 50 6G doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G come with a Grille?
Gold 50 6G 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 Gold 50 6G is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G with Grille
What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Gold 50 6G:
2 bookshelf loudspeakers 4 Grilles 8 Rubber feet 4 Jumper-plates (pre-installed) 2 Port plugs Hex-key Quick Setup Guide Important Safety Instructions
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G.
- Speaker Cable and Connectors
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators 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 Gold 50 6G, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G speaker:
Official Brochure for Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Monitor Audio Gold 50 6G
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.
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