In this review, we will be comparing SourcePoint 10 and Evoke 30, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from MoFi and Dynaudio. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of MoFi SourcePoint 10 and Dynaudio Evoke 20 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the MoFi SourcePoint 10 and Dynaudio Evoke 20 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:
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the MoFi SourcePoint 10 and Dynaudio Evoke 20 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 SourcePoint 10 and Evoke 30 are 2-way speakers.
Driver |
MoFi SourcePoint 10 |
Dynaudio Evoke 20 |
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
Tweeter
|
1.25-inch
|
1.1-inch
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
Woofer
|
1 x 10-inch
|
1 x 7-inch
|
SourcePoint 10 features a 1.25" wide roll soft dome Tweeter and 1 x 10" Paper-pulp Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1600 Hz. On the other hand, the Evoke 30 features a 1.1" Cerotar with Hexis Tweeter and 1 x 7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 3200Hz.
Frequency Response
SourcePoint 10 has a frequency range of 42-30k Hz whereas Evoke 30 has a frequency range of 40-23k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 40Hz, the Evoke 30 can go slightly deeper then the SourcePoint 10's min frequency of 42Hz.
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
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High Frequency
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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
SourcePoint 10 is a 8 ohms speaker compared to the Evoke 30 which has a nominal impedance of 6 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. SourcePoint 10 sensitivity is rated at 91dB and the Evoke 30's is rated at 86 dB. This 5 dB difference makes the MoFi SourcePoint 10 a more sensitive speaker compared to Dynaudio Evoke 20, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
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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.
SourcePoint 10 can handle a max power of 200 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Evoke 30 has a max power handling value of 180 watts RMS, 20 watts less than the SourcePoint 10.
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.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
SourcePoint 10 features Binding post type posts and Evoke 30 has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both SourcePoint 10 and Evoke 30 have rear firing ports. Rear ported speakers generally need more room between the backside of the speaker and the wall compared to sealed and front/bottom ported speakers. Placing the speakers too close to the walls may cause the bass to sound boomy.
If you are limited in space and can't get the speakers away from the backwall, check our Speakers with Front Firing Ports page.
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 MoFi SourcePoint 10's and Dynaudio Evoke 20's external dimensions. MoFi SourcePoint 10 has external dimensions of 572 x 368 x 406mm ( 22.5 x 14.5 x 16 inch) whereas Dynaudio Evoke 20 has external dimensions of 380.0 x 215.0 x 343.0mm ( 15 x 8.5 x 12.1inch) .
MoFi SourcePoint 10 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 153mm wider, 192mm taller and 79mm deeper than Dynaudio Evoke 20.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of MoFi SourcePoint 10 and Dynaudio Evoke 20 in scale.
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 MoFi SourcePoint 10 is approximately 1552.0cm2 / 240.6inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Evoke 20 is approximately 737.5cm2 / 114.3inch2. The SourcePoint 10 requires 110% more surface area than the Evoke 30 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 MoFi SourcePoint 10 weighs 21.00kg / 46.2lbs and the Dynaudio Evoke 20 weighs 9.90kg / 21.8lbs. This makes the SourcePoint 10 112% heavier than the Evoke 30.
Here is a comparison of how SourcePoint 10 and Evoke 30's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.
Weight
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What's in the Box of Dynaudio Evoke 20?
Here are the items that come with the Evoke 30:
Max Input Power |
200 watts
vs
180 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
Sensitivity |
91 dB
vs
86 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
6 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
Woofer Size |
10 inches
vs
7 inches
|
Larger woofer |
High Frequency Response |
30k Hz
vs
23k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
Price per pair* |
3699USD
vs
4798USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
Low Frequency Response |
40 Hz
vs
42 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
Height |
380mm
vs
572mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
Base Surface Area |
737cm2 (215x343mm)
vs
1552cm2 (368x422mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
General |
MoFi SourcePoint 10 |
Dynaudio Evoke 20 |
Brand |
MoFi |
Dynaudio |
Speaker Type |
Bookshelf speakers |
Floor-standing speaker |
Power Range |
30-200 watts |
up to 180 watts |
Sensitivity |
91dB |
86 dB |
Impedance |
8 ohms |
6 ohms |
Impedance |
6.2 ohms |
n/a |
Frequency Response |
42-30k Hz |
40-23k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
Woofer Size |
10" |
7" |
Woofer Composition |
Paper-pulp |
Magnesium Silicate Polymer |
Woofer Surround Material |
n/a |
Rubber |
Tweeter Size |
1.25" |
1.1" |
Tweeter Type |
wide roll soft dome |
n/a |
Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
Crossover Frequency |
1600 Hz |
3200Hz |
Firing Direction |
rear |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
Height |
572.0mm (22.5") |
380.0mm (15") |
Width |
368.0mm (14.5") |
215.0mm (8.5") |
Depth |
422.0mm (16.6") |
343.0mm (13.5") |
Weight |
21.00kg (46.2lbs) |
9.90kg (21.8lbs) |
Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
Finish |
real wood veneer |
MDF/Wood veneer |
Available Colors |
Satin Walnut, Satin Black Ash |
Black |
Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Biamp Inputs |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
Parts Warranty |
|
5 Years (8 Years registered) |
Labor Warranty |
|
5 Years (8 Years registered) |