The BX2 develops the considerable talents of its award-winning BR2 forerunner to a new intensity. Improved crossover and driver designs combine to re-calibrate the capabilities of an acknowledged class champion, bringing greater dynamic expression, mid-range clarity and lower distortion to lovers of music and film sound. Loaded with a 165mm (6 1/2") C-CAM® bass mid range driver and 25mm (1") C-CAM® tweeter, the BX2's high quality cabinet mirrors the unobtrusive dimensions of the celebrated BR2, and so is easy to position, even in smaller rooms. Compact in size, but equipped to reproduce sound of immense stature and detail, the BX2 is our new definitive budget blockbuster.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Response +/- 3dB: | 42Hz - 30kHz |
| Sensitivity (1W@1m): | 90 dB |
| Nominal Impedance: | 8 ohms |
| Power Handling (RMS): | 100 W |
| Recommended Amplifier Requirements (RMS): | 30 - 100 W |
| Cabinet Design: | Front ported bass reflex. HiVe®II port technology |
| Crossover Frequency: | 3.2kHz |
| Drive Unit Complement: | 1 x 165mm (6 1/2") C-CAM® bass mid-range driver 1 x 25mm (1") gold dome C-CAM® tweeter |
| External Dimensions: (H x W x D) |
350 x 185 x 255 mm |
| Weight (Individual): | 5.84 Kg (12.8 lb) |
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Ceramic-Coated Aluminium/Magnesium is a material originally developed by the aerospace industry for jet engine components. Its properties are ideal for loudspeaker cones being extremely rigid, yet light enough to yield high overall efficiency. In manufacture, aluminium/magnesium alloy undergoes a three-stage stress-relieving process to remove surface deformation and molecular weakness. Once formed, the alloy cone is subjected to a high temperature anodic coating process in which a layer of pure ceramic alumina is depleted onto its surfaces to a depth of 50 microns, producing a completely rigid sandwich of alloy and heat-dissipating ceramic material.
Conventional cones are liable to flex or twist in operation, producing a significant level of audible distortion. C-CAM cones have a much higher resistance to bending stress and therefore exhibit much greater fidelity over their entire operating range. C-CAM tweeters and woofers share an audible consistency producing a smooth transition of frequencies and a sense of realism and cohesion in the soundstage.
The gold dome tweeter is formed from a ceramic-coated aluminium/magnesium alloy, gold anodised to a specific thickness for ideal stiffness and damping characteristics. Its new profile and surround geometry have been developed using advanced modelling tools, to provide the optimum qualities for accurate sound reproduction. The new design moves the first order of breakup to beyond 35kHz, producing a linear response way beyond audibility, which matches the wide frequency bandwidth available from HD music and cinema sound formats.
The gold dome is thinner, lighter, more rigid and therefore more efficient than domes made from other materials which are prone to distortion in the audio band.
A new type of port technology which uses a straight rifled design to accelerate air flow and reduce turbulence. HiVe II technology has the ability to move air in and out much quicker than a conventional port, the result is fast powerful bass coupled with superior transient response.

October 2011
BX2 - What Hi-Fi? Award Winner 2011
Best stereo speakers £200-£350, Awards 2011. The BX2s are quite an achievement and some of the most engaging speakers you can buy at this money.

February 2011
Bronze range shows its mettle
'Excellent detail, resolution and transparency for the money; impressive finish.'
February 2011
First Tests - BX2 AV System
'Good looks, good finish, good spec; wide-open, controlled and dynamic sound...Thrillingly fit for purpose, the Bronze BX 5.1 is money very well spent.'
December 2010
PRODUCT OF THE YEAR
'Rarely has choosing the product of the year been so easy.'
October 2010
Group Tests
'The fact of the matter is that the Bronze BX2s are just a tremendous all-round proposition with no major weaknesses. The benchmark at this price has been well and truly raised.'14 September 2011 Jason Glover
I purchased these speakers after trawling the Internet reading many reviews on many speakers. They are connected to a Denon m38 and are mounted on Nexus stands and the result is stunning !! Every aspect of the produced sound is clear and concise. I was after a set of speakers to give me the same listening pleasure as my Grado headphones and these easily achieve that and more. What a first class product.
30 July 2011 Mike Stewart
The most amazing speakers I have ever bought and listened to, hands down impeccable quality build and sound. I look forward to movie night like an expectant kid awaits Christmas. Thank you Monitor Audio for taking the time to release such a beautiful product and not charging an arm and a leg for it.
30 August 2011 Paul Taylor
I first saw the review on what hi fi for the bx2. My hi fi supplier hi fi sound on stockton on tees borrowed me a pair to try. I am stunned into submission! I really do not think i have heard s speaker that can transmit the base with so much ease and accuracy. The test track for me is heart of lothian by marillion. It is the first time i have heard this track played through speakers with such poise. Suffice to say i have placed my order with Simon today. I am also bearing in mind these are pretty much brand new speakers and will probably improve further as they are allowed to break in.
05 September 2011 Anggoro Pradipto
Sophisticated speakers with beautifully vocal reproduction
23 October 2011 Awan Apianto
I bought these speakers from online store in Indonesia, after I've read many positive reviews, and praises on the net, for me it's relatively expensive to buy these amazing speakers. It took long time for me to save money to buy these, but I never regret with my decision although I don't have any AV receiver I just replace my logitech z5500 front speakers (satellites) with these ones, but the result is astonishing. I'm amazed with the detail sound that is produced by these speakers. All songs that I've heard become more interesting after I've bought these. I still manage to buy monitor BX5. I hope someday I could buy BX5 too. Thanks Monitor Audio :)
29 December 2011 David McDougall
I have only just got these speakers today and already I'm hooked. I know that a running in period is required but straight from the box they are good. I like what I hear. They are replacing a pair of Wharfedale Diamond 9.1 and what a difference, cleaner bass, more treble and just what I imagined. After I have run these in in a month or so I will give my verdict again. if they sound even better then .......well I can't wait.
11 January 2012 Hartley Anderson
I've had my BX2s for a month and a half now, finally decided I liked the bass with bungs in -- more accurate I believe -- and can't imagine being happier with the sound unless I were to spend significantly more money. Good job Monitor Audio.
Custom-developed for Monitor Audio and utilising advanced simulation technology, the new De-Tox CD will help you to run-in your speakers in less time and more comprehensively than is possible with music or other burn-in signals.