Monoprice 133833 Speaker
- Speaker
- 3 inches
- Monoprice
- in ceiling
- More reviewed than 80%
A black in ceiling satellite with a small 3 inch driver and binding post wiring, reasonable for filling out a ceiling speaker zone rather than anchoring a main stereo pair.
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How it ranks among the 44 speakers we track
4.1★ across 284 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
284 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
An in ceiling satellite speaker from Monoprice, model 133833, built around a 3 inch driver with binding post connections. It is finished in black and weighs just under 11 pounds.
Monoprice built the 133833 as an in ceiling satellite, pairing a compact 3 inch driver with binding post terminals rather than a spring clip, which generally makes for a more secure wire connection over time. At 4.1 stars across 284 ratings it sits a touch below the other speakers and soundbars in this batch, though still a workable average.
- 3 inch driver
- Binding post connectivity
- In ceiling mounting
- Black finish, 10.95 lb
Who it's for
Suits a multi room or surround setup where speakers need to disappear into the ceiling rather than sit on shelves. Not the choice for anyone wanting a bookshelf or floor standing speaker, since this is built strictly for a ceiling cutout.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Binding post terminals for a secure wire connection
- Built specifically for in ceiling mounting
- Under 11 lb for easier ceiling installation
- Small 3 inch driver limits it to mid and high frequencies
- 4.1 star average is the lowest in this batch
Performance notes
A 3 inch driver is built for mid and high frequency coverage in a multi speaker layout, typically paired with a separate subwoofer for low end, rather than carrying full range sound on its own. Binding posts also tend to hold a connection more firmly than spring clips do once a ceiling panel is closed up around the wiring.
Specifications
| Brand | Monoprice |
|---|---|
| Model | 133833 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Driver Size | 3 inches |
| Weight | 10.95 pounds |
| Dimensions | 12.8 × 14.9 × 6.8 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | BLACK |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting | in ceiling |
| Connectivity | Binding Post |
| Other details | |
| Brand Tech | Monoprice |
| Speaker Type | Satellite |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in speakers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monoprice 133833 SpeakerThis product | 4.1 / 5 | 284 | 3.5 / 5 |
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| Elac JBLSENSELITEBLKAM SpeakerElac | 4.7 / 5 | 437 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Polk Audio TL 1 Sat black SpeakerPolk Audio | 4.6 / 5 | 351 | 3.7 / 5 |
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Questions about the Monoprice 133833
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What size driver does the Monoprice 133833 use?
A 3 inch driver.
How does it connect to a receiver?
Through binding post terminals rather than spring clips.
Is this speaker meant to sit on a shelf?
No, it is built for in ceiling mounting.