Audio T Verdict
The centre speaker does a huge amount of work in a home cinema system, particularly when it comes to dialogue, and the Bronze Centre 7G is designed to make sure voices remain clear, focused and anchored to the screen.
Its twin 6-inch C-CAM bass-mid drivers give it considerably more scale and output than its relatively compact cabinet might suggest, while the latest Gold Dome tweeter and UD Waveguide II help maintain clarity and dispersion across a wider seating area.
For anyone building a Bronze Series 7G home cinema system, this is the natural centre-channel partner for the Bronze 50, Bronze 300, Bronze On-Wall and Bronze AMS models.
Monitor Audio Bronze Centre 7G
The Bronze Centre 7G is the dedicated centre-channel speaker in Monitor Audio's seventh-generation Bronze Series.
Its two-way design combines twin 6-inch C-CAM bass-mid drivers with the latest 25mm C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter and UD Waveguide II, housed within a compact sealed cabinet.
- Dedicated centre-channel speaker
- Two-way design
- 25mm C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter
- UD Waveguide II
- Twin 6-inch C-CAM bass-mid drivers
- New Bronze 7G crossover design
- Sealed cabinet
- 88dB sensitivity
- 120W continuous power handling
- Supplied individually
The Heart of a Home Cinema System
The centre channel is responsible for a substantial proportion of the information in a film or television soundtrack, including most dialogue and many sounds associated with the action taking place on screen.
A dedicated centre speaker helps keep voices and effects firmly connected to the picture rather than relying on the left and right speakers to create a phantom centre image.
The Bronze Centre 7G has been engineered specifically for this role, combining useful output capability with a relatively low-profile cabinet that can be positioned around a television or projection screen.
Centre Speaker Placement
Where possible, position the Bronze Centre 7G centrally beneath or above the screen and keep the front of the cabinet clear of surrounding furniture. Aim the speaker towards the main listening position if necessary, particularly when it is mounted significantly above or below seated ear height.
Twin 6-Inch C-CAM Bass-Mid Drivers
The Bronze Centre 7G uses two 6-inch C-CAM bass-mid drivers, positioned either side of the central tweeter.
C-CAM stands for Ceramic-Coated Aluminium Magnesium and is Monitor Audio's long-established rigid, lightweight diaphragm technology.
Using two bass-mid drivers gives the centre speaker the cone area and output capability needed to reproduce dialogue, effects and music with greater scale while maintaining a cabinet shape that works naturally beneath a screen.
Bronze 7G Driver Technology
For Bronze Series 7G, Monitor Audio revised the motor system used by its C-CAM bass-mid drivers.
The latest generation uses larger voice coils than Bronze 6G together with a progressive spider design. The aim is to give the drivers greater control as excursion increases while improving power handling and maintaining more linear movement.
This is particularly useful in a centre speaker, which may be required to move quickly between quiet dialogue and much more dynamic soundtrack effects.
Latest C-CAM Gold Dome Tweeter
High frequencies are handled by the latest version of Monitor Audio's 25mm C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter.
For Bronze Series 7G, Monitor Audio has made the dome thinner, lighter and more rigid than the previous Bronze 6G design.
The tweeter is protected by an aluminium-etched hexagonal grille and works with the surrounding waveguide to deliver clear high-frequency detail while maintaining a consistent visual identity across the Bronze range.
UD Waveguide II
The Gold Dome tweeter works in conjunction with Monitor Audio's UD, or Uniform Dispersion, Waveguide II.
The waveguide controls the tweeter's dispersion, assists time alignment and helps the high-frequency unit integrate with the larger C-CAM bass-mid drivers.
Wide and controlled dispersion is particularly useful for a centre speaker because dialogue needs to remain clear for listeners sitting away from the exact centre of the room as well as those in the primary listening position.
50Hz In-Room Bass Extension
Monitor Audio specifies an in-room -6dB frequency response extending from 50Hz to 30kHz.
This gives the Bronze Centre 7G enough low-frequency extension to reproduce dialogue and soundtrack effects with convincing body while allowing the deepest cinema bass to be handled by the system's subwoofer.
Correct bass management through the AV amplifier or receiver will normally give the best integration between the centre speaker, main speakers and subwoofer.
Sealed Cabinet Design
The Bronze Centre 7G uses a sealed enclosure rather than the HiVe II bass-reflex arrangement found on some other Bronze 7G models.
The sealed design is well suited to a centre-channel speaker because it avoids the need to accommodate a reflex port and gives greater flexibility when positioning the speaker around AV furniture and screens.
As with any loudspeaker, leaving sensible clearance around the cabinet and avoiding enclosed furniture where possible will help it perform at its best.
New Bronze 7G Crossover
A newly developed crossover integrates the twin 6-inch C-CAM bass-mid drivers with the Gold Dome tweeter.
The crossover frequency is set at 2.7kHz.
Monitor Audio developed the Bronze 7G crossover networks through extensive measurement and listening, selecting components specifically around the revised drive units and complete loudspeaker design.
88dB Sensitivity
The Bronze Centre 7G has a free-field sensitivity of 88dB at 2.83V/1m.
Nominal impedance is 8 ohms, with Monitor Audio specifying a minimum impedance of 4.3 ohms at 200Hz.
The higher sensitivity compared with some of the other compact Bronze models is useful in a centre-channel application, although amplifier quality and overall system matching remain important.
Amplifier Matching
Monitor Audio publishes separate amplifier recommendations according to the amplifier's rated load:
- Into 8 ohms: 30 to 120W RMS
- Into 4 ohms: 60 to 140W RMS
The Bronze Centre 7G itself has a continuous power-handling specification of 120W under the CTA 426-B measurement standard.
For a multi-channel system, the AV amplifier should be selected around the requirements of the complete speaker package rather than considering the centre speaker in isolation.
119dB Maximum Peak SPL
Monitor Audio specifies a maximum peak sound pressure level of 119dB using the AES75 Z-weighted measurement method.
This substantial peak capability gives the Bronze Centre useful headroom for sudden soundtrack dynamics while allowing dialogue to retain presence and intelligibility as listening levels increase.
Compact Centre-Channel Dimensions
With all standard accessories fitted, the Bronze Centre 7G measures:
- Height: 205mm
- Width: 500mm
- Depth: 229mm
- Weight: 8.1kg
Its relatively shallow depth and 500mm width make it easier to accommodate beneath a television or projection screen than a conventional vertically orientated loudspeaker.
Three Finishes
The Bronze Centre 7G is available in three current finishes:
Matching finishes are available across the Bronze Series 7G, allowing the centre speaker to integrate visually with the rest of a complete multi-channel system.
Supplied Individually
The Bronze Centre 7G is supplied as a single speaker.
Only one is required for the centre channel in a conventional surround-sound or Dolby Atmos speaker configuration.
Building a Bronze 7G Home Cinema System
The Bronze Centre 7G has been designed to work alongside the other speakers in Monitor Audio's Bronze Series 7G.
Compact Bronze System
- Bronze 50 7G bookshelf speakers
- Bronze Centre 7G centre speaker
- Bronze On-Wall 7G surrounds
- Bronze AMS 7G Dolby Atmos speakers
- Suitable for smaller and medium-sized rooms
Full-Size Bronze System
- Bronze 300 7G floorstanding speakers
- Bronze Centre 7G centre speaker
- Bronze On-Wall 7G surrounds
- Bronze AMS 7G Dolby Atmos speakers
- Greater scale from the main front speakers
Because the models share Bronze Series driver technology and design principles, the range provides a straightforward route to building a complete tonally matched home cinema speaker system.
Key Features
- Monitor Audio Bronze Centre 7G
- Dedicated centre-channel speaker
- Supplied individually
- Two-way configuration
- 25mm C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter
- Latest Bronze 7G tweeter design
- UD Waveguide II
- Aluminium-etched tweeter grille
- 2 x 6-inch C-CAM bass-mid drivers
- New Bronze 7G driver technology
- Progressive spider design
- 50Hz to 30kHz in-room response
- 88dB sensitivity
- 8-ohm nominal impedance
- 4.3-ohm minimum impedance at 200Hz
- 119dB maximum peak SPL
- 120W continuous power handling
- 30 to 120W recommended amplifier into 8 ohms
- 60 to 140W recommended amplifier into 4 ohms
- 2.7kHz crossover frequency
- New Bronze 7G crossover design
- Sealed cabinet
- Walnut finish
- Black finish
- White finish
- 8.1kg weight
- Five-year manufacturer warranty
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Monitor Audio Bronze Centre 7G?
The Bronze Centre 7G is the dedicated centre-channel speaker for Monitor Audio's Bronze Series 7G home cinema range.
Is the Bronze Centre 7G sold individually?
Yes. The Bronze Centre 7G is supplied as a single speaker.
How many drivers does the Bronze Centre 7G have?
It uses two 6-inch C-CAM bass-mid drivers and one 25mm C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter.
What is C-CAM?
C-CAM stands for Ceramic-Coated Aluminium Magnesium and is Monitor Audio's proprietary rigid, lightweight diaphragm technology.
What is the UD Waveguide II?
The Uniform Dispersion Waveguide II surrounds the tweeter and is designed to control dispersion, assist time alignment and improve integration with the bass-mid drivers.
What is the Bronze Centre 7G frequency response?
Monitor Audio specifies an in-room -6dB response of 50Hz to 30kHz.
What is the sensitivity?
88dB at 2.83V/1m in free-field conditions.
What is the nominal impedance?
8 ohms.
What is the minimum impedance?
Monitor Audio specifies a minimum impedance of 4.3 ohms at 200Hz.
What is the power handling?
120 watts continuous using the CTA 426-B measurement standard.
What amplifier power does Monitor Audio recommend?
Monitor Audio recommends 30 to 120 watts RMS into 8 ohms or 60 to 140 watts RMS into 4 ohms.
Is the Bronze Centre 7G ported?
No. It uses a sealed cabinet rather than a bass-reflex port.
What is the crossover frequency?
2.7kHz between the C-CAM bass-mid drivers and Gold Dome tweeter.
How large is the Bronze Centre 7G?
With all standard accessories fitted, it measures 205mm high, 500mm wide and 229mm deep.
How much does the Bronze Centre 7G weigh?
8.1kg.
Which finishes are available?
Walnut, Black and White.
Which Bronze 7G speakers does it match?
The Bronze Centre 7G is designed to work with the Bronze 50, Bronze 300, Bronze On-Wall and Bronze AMS 7G models to create a complete Bronze Series home cinema system.
Where should I position a centre speaker?
The centre speaker should normally be positioned as close as practical to the centre of the screen, either immediately above or below it, with the speaker directed towards the main listening area.
Do I need a subwoofer with the Bronze Centre 7G?
A subwoofer is normally recommended as part of a home cinema system to reproduce the dedicated low-frequency effects channel and bass below the operating range of the main speakers.
What warranty does the Bronze Centre 7G have?
Monitor Audio specifies a five-year manufacturer warranty.
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Why Buy Monitor Audio From Audio T?
The centre speaker is one of the most important parts of a home cinema system, and matching it correctly with the front speakers, AV amplification and subwoofer can make a substantial difference to dialogue clarity and overall system integration. Audio T can help you plan and demonstrate a complete Bronze 7G system around your room and requirements.
- Monitor Audio demonstrations
- AV amplifier and receiver matching
- Centre speaker positioning advice
- Bronze 7G speaker matching
- Dolby Atmos system planning
- Subwoofer integration
- Room-size advice
- System setup guidance
- In-store demonstrations where appropriate
- Home demonstrations where appropriate
- Ongoing after-sales support
Contact your local Audio T store to arrange a Monitor Audio Bronze 7G demonstration or discuss the right home cinema speaker system for your room.