In this review, we will be comparing Mission 700 and P300, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from Mission and Buchardt.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Mission 700 and Buchardt P300 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Mission 700 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1.25" Soft-Dome Tweeter
- 6.5" mineral loaded polypropylene cone Woofer
- 45-20,000 Hz Frequency Response
- 86 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:25-150watts
- Weight:12.80kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 510.0" x 10.2" x 10.6"( 1590 x 260 x 270mm )
Buchardt P300 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 0.74" aluminum waveguide Tweeter
- 6" paper Woofer
- 37-40k HZ Frequency Response
- 86 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 4ohms
- Power Range:50 - 200watts
- Weight:6.30kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 365.0" x 7" x 11"( 365.0 x 180.0 x 280.0mm )
What size room are the Mission 700 and Buchardt P300 speakers good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision
factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size
and max power parameters:
| Listening Environment* |
Mission 700 |
Buchardt P300 |
| Near-field |
Poor |
Poor |
| Small Room |
Average |
Average |
| Mid-size Room |
Good |
Good |
| Large Room |
Average |
Average |
| Very Large Room |
Poor |
Poor |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2,
Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: >
400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual
listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening
position, speaker locations, etc.)
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Mission 700 and Buchardt P300 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
Both Mission 700 and P300 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Mission 700 |
Buchardt P300 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1.25-inch
|
0.74-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
1 x 6-inch
|
Mission 700 features a 1.25" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" mineral loaded polypropylene cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 3000Hz. On the other hand, the P300 features a 0.74" Custom fine weave soft fabric textile with CDC aluminum waveguide aluminum waveguide Tweeter and 1 x 6" paper Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2900Hz.
Frequency Response
Mission 700 has a frequency range of 45-20,000 Hz whereas P300 has a frequency range of 37-40k HZ. With a minimum frequency of 37Hz, the P300 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Mission 700's min frequency of 45Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
Mission 700 is a 8 ohms speaker compared to the P300 which has a nominal impedance of 4 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 P300 can provide this impedance level.
On the other hand, they have the same sensitivity of 86 dBdB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using
an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the
max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.
Mission 700 can handle a max power of 200 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Mission 700 has a max power handling value of 150 watts RMS , 50 watts less than the P300.
Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker
compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters
such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.
Mission 700 Front Port
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Mission 700's and Buchardt P300's external dimensions. Mission 700 has external dimensions of 1590 x 260 x 270mm ( 20 x 10.2 x 10.6 inch ) whereas Buchardt P300 has external dimensions of 365.0 x 180.0 x 280.0mm ( 14.4 x 7 x 11inch) .
Buchardt P300 is 80mm narrower and 145mm shorter than Mission 700 but it is also 10mm deeper.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the Mission 700 is approximately 702.0cm2 / 108.8inch2 and base area of the Buchardt P300 is approximately 504.0cm2 / 78.1inch2. The Mission 700 requires 39% more surface area than the P300 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
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 Mission 700 weighs 12.80kg / 28.2lbs and the Buchardt P300 weighs 6.30kg / 13.9lbs. This makes the Mission 700 103% heavier than the P300.
Here is a comparison of how Mission 700 and P300's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
What's in the Box of Mission 700?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Mission 700:
Mission M700 Speaker: 2 Stand-mount loudspeakers 2 Grilles User Manual Mission M700 Stand: 2 Top-plates 2 Bases 8 Upright posts 8 Spike feet Hardware Instructions
 Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
4 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
 Woofer Size |
6.5 inches
vs
6 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 Max Input Power |
200 watts
vs
150 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
|
Low Frequency Response |
37 Hz
vs
45 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
40k Hz
vs
20k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Passive Radiator |
one 5x8-inch
vs
None
|
Increases the bass performance |
 Height |
365mm
vs
510mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
504cm2
vs
702cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
1450USD
vs
1500USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Mission 700 |
Buchardt P300 |
| Brand |
Mission |
Buchardt |
| Speaker Type |
Bookshelf speakers |
Bookshelf speakers |
| Power Range |
25-150 watts |
50 - 200 watts |
| Sensitivity |
86 dB |
86 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
4 ohms |
| Impedance |
5.2 ohms |
n/a |
| Frequency Response |
45-20,000 Hz |
37-40k HZ |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
6.5" |
6" |
| Woofer Composition |
mineral loaded polypropylene cone |
paper |
| Woofer Surround Material |
low-density nitrile |
n/a |
| Tweeter Size |
1.25" |
0.74" |
| Tweeter Type |
Soft-Dome |
aluminum waveguide |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
3000Hz |
2900Hz |
| Firing Direction |
Front |
n/a |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
510.0mm (20.1") |
365.0mm (14.4") |
| Width |
260.0mm (10.2") |
180.0mm (7.1") |
| Depth |
270.0mm (10.6") |
280.0mm (11") |
| Weight |
12.80kg (28.2lbs) |
6.30kg (13.9lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Passive Radiator |
| Finish |
MDF, particle board, wood |
15mm Fiberboard HMR.E2 Moisture-proof with internal bracing |
| Available Colors |
Walnut Pearl, Black Oak |
Black, White, Peach, Ocean, Olive |
| Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
n/a |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
3 years |
10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered) |
| Labor Warranty |
3 years |
10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered) |