In this review, we will be comparing Invisa Junior Point Source JPS and Invisa MPX, two Passive In-wall speakers by GoldenEar.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of GoldenEar Invisa Junior Point Source JPS and GoldenEar Invisa MPX first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | GoldenEar Invisa Junior Point Source JPS | GoldenEar Invisa MPX |
|---|
| Brand | GoldenEar
United States · founded 2010 | GoldenEar
United States · founded 2010 |
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| Design | 2-way | 2-way |
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| Tweeter | — | Folded Ribbon |
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| Woofer | 2 x 4.5" | 2 x 4.5" Polypropylene |
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| Frequency response | 42-35k Hz | 25-35kHz |
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| Sensitivity | 90 dB | 90 dB |
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| Impedance | 4 ohms | 8 ohms |
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| Power range | — | 10-250 watts |
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| Weight | 2.72kg / 6lbs | 2.72kg / 6lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | — | 12.7500" x 6.2500" x 3.7500"
324.0 x 159.0 x 96.0mm |
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Invisa Junior Point Source JPS and Invisa MPX are members of GoldenEar's Invisa series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
GoldenEar Invisa Series
History
The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.
Drivers
Both Invisa Junior Point Source JPS and Invisa MPX are 2-way speakers.
GoldenEar Invisa Junior Point Source JPSGoldenEar Invisa MPX
Woofer
Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.
| Driver |
GoldenEar Invisa Junior Point Source JPS |
GoldenEar Invisa MPX |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
-inch
|
-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 4.5-inch
|
2 x 4.5-inch
|
Invisa Junior Point Source JPS features a " Tweeter and 2 x 4.5" Woofer. On the other hand, the Invisa MPX features a " Folded Ribbon Tweeter and 2 x 4.5" Polypropylene Woofer.
Frequency Response
Invisa Junior Point Source JPS has a frequency range of 42-35k Hz whereas Invisa MPX has a frequency range of 25-35kHz. With a minimum frequency of 25Hz, the Invisa MPX can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Invisa Junior Point Source JPS's min frequency of 42Hz.
The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the In-wall class in our database.
Low Frequency
In-wall Speakers
Invisa Junior Point Source JPS
Neither pair reaches down to 20Hz, the usual definition of full-range, which is normal for speakers of this size. If you want the bottom octave for movies or bass-heavy music, add a subwoofer to whichever you choose. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
Invisa Junior Point Source JPS is a 4 ohms speaker compared to the Invisa MPX which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms. Lower impedance speakers, especially the ones that are rated at 4 ohms may put more pressure on the amplifier unit especially when played at high volume levels, so make sure the amp you pair with the Invisa Junior Point Source JPS can provide this impedance level.
On the other hand, they have the same sensitivity of 90 dBdB.
Sensitivity
In-wall Speakers
Invisa Junior Point Source JPS
Which plays louder on your amplifier?
Starting with a popular amplifier - change it to the one you own, or any you are
considering, and watch both numbers move.
GoldenEar Invisa Junior Point Source JPS
Physical Specs
The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare GoldenEar Invisa Junior Point Source JPS's and GoldenEar Invisa MPX's external dimensions. GoldenEar Invisa Junior Point Source JPS has external dimensions of () whereas GoldenEar Invisa MPX has external dimensions of 324.0 x 159.0 x 96.0mm (12.7500-inch x 6.2500-inch x 3.7500-inch).
GoldenEar Invisa Junior Point Source JPS is 125.6mm shorter and 96mm less deeper than GoldenEar Invisa MPX but it is also 209.3mm wider.
Size, drawn to scale
Both speakers and both views share one scale, so everything here is directly comparable. Hover a box for its dimensions. Depth is not published for both, so only the front view is drawn.
GoldenEar Invisa MPX is 126mm taller.
Weight Comparison The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The GoldenEar Invisa Junior Point Source JPS weighs 2.72kg / 6lbs and the GoldenEar Invisa MPX weighs 2.72kg / 6lbs.
Here is a comparison of how Invisa Junior Point Source JPS and Invisa MPX's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive In-wall class.
Weight
All In-wall Speakers
GoldenEar Invisa Junior Point Source JPS
What's in the Box of GoldenEar Invisa MPX?
Here are the items that come with the Invisa MPX:
- In-wall loudspeaker
- Grille
- Owners Manual
- Cut-Out Template
- Cardboard Paint Shield
 Height |
198mm
vs
324mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
0cm2
vs
152cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
4 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
 Low Frequency Response |
25 Hz
vs
42 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Price per pair* |
695USD
vs
1600USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
GoldenEar Invisa Junior Point Source JPS |
GoldenEar Invisa MPX |
| Brand |
GoldenEar |
GoldenEar |
| Speaker Type |
Passive In-wall Speaker |
Passive In-wall Speaker |
| Sensitivity |
90 dB |
90 dB |
| Impedance |
4 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
42-35k Hz |
25-35kHz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
4.5" |
4.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
|
Polypropylene |
| Woofer Surround Material |
n/a |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Tweeter Type |
n/a |
Folded Ribbon |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
198.4mm (7.8") |
324.0mm (12.8") |
| Width |
368.3mm (14.5") |
159.0mm (6.3") |
| Depth |
mm (0") |
96.0mm (3.8") |
| Weight |
2.72kg (6lbs) |
2.72kg (6lbs) |
| Enclosure |
|
In-wall |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
n/a |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
Siblings in GoldenEar's Invisa series, so they share a family sound. It comes down to size, output and price.
| Area | Better | Why |
|---|
| Bass | B | GoldenEar Invisa MPX digs deeper - 25Hz against 42Hz. |
| Amplifier needs | evenly matched | Similar sensitivity (90dB vs 90dB) - both want much the same power. |
| Amplifier match | B | GoldenEar Invisa MPX is the easier load at 8 ohms; the other is 4 ohms and wants an amplifier rated for it. |
| Price | B | GoldenEar Invisa MPX is cheaper - $695 against $1,600, about 57% less; arguably a different class. |
A GoldenEar Invisa Junior Point Source JPS B GoldenEar Invisa MPX
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, your system or how you will use them. Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.
Which should you choose?
GoldenEar Invisa MPX is the easier recommendation: it leads on most of the measured areas and costs less. Take GoldenEar Invisa Junior Point Source JPS if its size, looks or fit in your room suit you better. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 42Hz anyway, so judge these on the other rows instead. If your amplifier is modest, vintage or valve-based, GoldenEar Invisa MPX is the safer partner - the other will want more current or more watts to sound its best.
And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.