Description
The Monitor Audio Silver AMS 8G features a 5.25-inch bass/mid driver and a 25 mm Gold Dome tweeter, specifically designed to deliver the precise height effects required by Dolby Atmos soundtracks.
The AMS sits perfectly atop the Silver 50 8G or Silver 300 8G, making it a seamless addition that helps create a fully immersive, high-performance home cinema experience.
Features at a glance:
1 x 5.25-inch C-CAM Bass Driver | 1 x 25mm C-CAM Gold Dome Tweeter | RST III Driver Geometry | Refined Crossover Design | Through-bolt Driver Bracing | Finishes in Satin White, High Gloss Black & European Walnut
The Most Capable Silver Series Ever
The Silver AMS 8G is a purpose-built Dolby Atmos® enabled speaker, designed to add a new dimension of immersive height to home cinema systems.
Optimised For Total Performance
The new high-frequency C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter has been comprehensively optimised with a vented design and internal enclosure geometry to reduce distortion and improve airflow, and an updated compression ring geometry and new ring neodymium magnet for increased magnetic efficiency. With the use of the latest UD Waveguide II, the Silver Series drivers deliver a more stable, consistent performance across all listening levels.
Transparency and Control
The RST III driver and motor system have been carefully re-engineered to deliver greater transparency and control through the critical vocal range, whilst the updated cone geometry increases rigidity and reduces colouration. A newly developed progressive spider, an upgraded voice coil and improved venting system ensure enhanced linearity, airflow and power handling.
Improved Definition
Featuring the new Silent Flow Port Technology, Silver Series 8G takes bass performance to the next level. By increasing the port diameter, turbulence is reduced significantly compared to previous ranges. The new port design also features an innovative flare geometry, inspired by the interlocking wing feathers of an owl, which guides airflow smoothly through the port and minimises chuffing for cleaner, deeper bass.
Crossover Design – Natural, Unprocessed Sound
The crossover design for Silver Series 8G has been upgraded from the previous range, with high-quality components, for more precise signal division and minimal colouration. Carefully selected capacitors, inductors and resistors improve electrical performance and reduce losses. The result? Tighter integration between drivers, enhanced clarity across the frequency spectrum, and a more coherent, natural soundstage.
Through-Bolt Technology
Through-Bolt Driver technology ensures the Silver 8G C-CAM drive units are securely braced to the rear of the cabinet and tightened to a specific torque, with the drivers and cabinets remaining structurally strong and removing any unwanted chassis resonances and strengthening the overall cabinet rigidity.
Rigid Cabinet Design
Throughout all the Silver Series 8G models, rigid internal bracing and damping are utilised to reduce resonance and panel vibration, improving transient response and overall sonic accuracy.
SPECIFICATIONS
System Format
2-Way
Frequency Response, In-Room (-6dB)
82 Hz – 35 kHz
Sensitivity (2.83 Vrms @ 1m, Free-Field)
85.5 dB
Sensitivity (2.83 Vrms @ 1m, Installed)
N/A
Nominal Impedance
8 Ohms
Minimum Impedance (20Hz to 20kHz)
3.5 Ohms @ 6.8 kHz
Maximum Peak SPL (AES75, Z-weighted)
111 dB
Continuous Power Handling (CTA 426-B)
60 W
Recommended Amplifier Power (RMS, Music Signal)
30 – 120 W into 4 Ohms
15 – 60 W into 8 Ohms
Bass Alignment
Sealed
Port Tuning Frequency
N/A
Crossover Frequency
LF/HF: 2.8 kHz
Drive Unit Complement
1 x 5 1/4″ C-CAM RST III mid-bass driver
1 x 25 mm C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter with optimised waveguide
Finishes
High Gloss Black
European Walnut
Satin White
External Dimensions with all accessories fitted (H x W x D)
185 x 185 x 312 mm (75/16 x 75/16 x 125/16″)
Weight (each)
4.5 kg (9 lb 15 oz)
Sold As
Pair
