At a glance
Monitor Audio Studio Premium in 5 facts
- Type: Bookshelf speaker, passive
- Frequency response: 48 Hz to 60 kHz
- Sensitivity: 86 dB
- Impedance: 4 Ω
- HiFi Specs score: 9.0/10, the average of 6 rated aspects
Verdict
The short version
Unboxing the Monitor Audio Studio Premium speakers, I was impressed by their sleek design and solid build. Setup was easy with my Denon PMA-800NE, and the sound clarity was immediately impressive. These speakers offer remarkable precision and immersive audio, with a design that blends seamlessly with any decor. Despite being discontinued and benefiting from a subwoofer, their performance outshines my previous JBL and Revel models. If you can find these hidden gems, they offer outstanding clarity, elegant design, and exceptional value, making them a worthwhile investment for any audiophile. HiFi Specs score from 6 rated aspects · compared across 162 speakers
Datasheet
The numbers
- Power type
- Passive
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Drivers
- 2x 4" Mid-woofer
- Frequency response
- 48 Hz to 60 kHz
- Crossover frequency
- 2.7 kHz
- Sensitivity
- 86 dB
- Impedance
- 4 Ω
- Recommended amp power
- 40 to 100 W
- Maximum SPL
- 110 dB
Cabinet
Cabinet & connections
- Enclosure type
- Ported (Bass Reflex)
- Bi-wire capable
- No
- Connectivity
- Wired
Physical
Dimensions, weight, placement
- Recommended placement
- Shelf, Stand
- Height
- 14.2 in 361 mm
- Width
- 13.4 in 340 mm
- Depth
- 6.1 in 156 mm
- Colors
- Satin Grey Satin White Satin Black
From our review
What we found
Compared across 162 speakers
How it scored
Availability
Where to buy
The Monitor Audio Studio Premium isn't sold new any more. The closest current model is the Monitor Audio Bronze 50 7G.
Why this one: Same 2-way bookshelf format from the current entry-level line with a similarly sized driver.
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