Monitor Audio Radius 200 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Center Channel speaker by Monitor Audio . Center channel speaker is an important component of a home theater system set-up as it delivers the listener significant part of the on-screen dialogue from your television. It features a 1" gold dome C-CAM Tweeter and 2 x 4" C-CAM Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 60-35k Hz and a sensitivity of 86 dB. Monitor Audio Radius 200 has an MSRP of 475$.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Monitor Audio Radius 200 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 's Radius Series of Loudspeakers
Radius 200 is a member of Monitor Audio 's Radius series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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Frequency Response of the Monitor Audio Radius 200 Speaker
Monitor Audio Radius 200 has a Frequency response range of 60-35k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 40-150 watts.
Here we have a comparison of how Radius 200's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
High Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Impedance and Sensitivity
Monitor Audio Radius 200's nominal impedance level is
6 ohms and has a sensitivity of
86 dB.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 6 Ohms makes the Monitor Audio Radius 200 a relatively difficult to drive speaker compared to more frequently found 8 ohms speakers from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 86 dB, Monitor Audio Radius 200 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 Radius 200:
Input Type
Radius 200 features 5-Way post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Monitor Audio Radius 200 Back View
Monitor Audio Radius 200 External Dimensions and Weight
Monitor Audio Radius 200 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 4-15/16 x 13 x 6-3/8inch (126.0 x 331.0 x 162.0mm ).
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 Radius 200 is approximately 536.2cm2 / 83.1inch2.
WeightThe Monitor Audio Radius 200 weighs 3.59kg / 7.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Radius 200's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $500
Cabinet type and Materials
Monitor Audio Radius 200 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 Radius 200 is available in White.
Does the Monitor Audio Radius 200 come with a Grille?
Radius 200 comes with 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.
What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Radius 200?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Radius 200:
Center-channel loudspeakerGrille (installed)4 Rubber feetGrille removal toolOwners ManualImportant Safety Instructions
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Monitor Audio Radius 200.
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.