Monitor Audio IWS-10 is a 1-way Passive In-wall In-wall speaker by Monitor Audio. It was released in 2017. It features a Tweeter and 1 x 10" C-CAM/RDT Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 28-120Hz and a sensitivity of 86 dB. Monitor Audio IWS-10 has an MSRP of 575$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Monitor Audio IWS-10 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.)
Frequency Response of the Monitor Audio IWS-10 Speaker
Monitor Audio IWS-10 has a Frequency response range of 28-120Hz and Power Range of 150 watts. With a minimum frequency of 28 Hz, IWS-10 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 IWS-10's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
In-wall Speakers
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Impedance and Sensitivity
Monitor Audio IWS-10's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
86 dB.
Sensitivity
In-wall Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Monitor Audio IWS-10 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 86 dB, Monitor Audio IWS-10 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 IWS-10 plays in your room →
What amplifier does the Monitor Audio IWS-10 need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
19–150 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
IWS-10 features Spring post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
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Monitor Audio IWS-10 External Dimensions and Weight
Monitor Audio IWS-10 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 11.0000-inch x 11.0000-inch x 3.5625-inch (280.0 x 280.0 x 91.0mm ).
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 IWS-10 is approximately 254.8cm2 / 39.5inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Monitor Audio IWS-10, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Monitor Audio IWS-10 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
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Cabinet type and Materials
Monitor Audio IWS-10 has a
In-wall type cabinet.
What's in the Box of Monitor Audio IWS-10?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of IWS-10:
- In-wall passive subwoofer
- Grille (pre-installed)
- Installation Guide
- Template
- Important Safety Instructions
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Monitor Audio IWS-10.
Warranty
Lifetime of parts warranty and Lifetime of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.