In this review, we will be comparing SourcePoint 10 and 770, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from MoFi and Mission.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of MoFi SourcePoint 10 and Mission 770 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | MoFi SourcePoint 10 | Mission 770 |
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| Brand | MoFi
United States · founded 2016 | Mission
United Kingdom · founded 1977 |
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| Design | 2-way | 2-way |
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| Tweeter | 1.25" wide roll soft dome | 1.25" Soft-Dome |
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| Woofer | 10" Paper-pulp | 8" mineral-loaded polyproylene |
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| Frequency response | 42-30k Hz | 42-20,000 Hz |
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| Sensitivity | 91dB | 88 dB |
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| Impedance | 8 ohms | 8 ohms |
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| Power range | 30-200 watts | 25-200 watts |
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| Weight | 21.00kg / 46.2lbs | 27.20kg / 59.8lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 22.5" x 14.5" x 16.6"
572.0 x 368.0 x 422.0mm | 23-1/4" x 11" x 11-7/8"
590 x 279.4 x 301 mm |
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What size room are the MoFi SourcePoint 10 and Mission 770 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* |
MoFi SourcePoint 10 |
Mission 770 |
| 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.)
The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.
Drivers
Both SourcePoint 10 and 770 are 2-way speakers.
MoFi SourcePoint 10Mission 770
TweeterWoofer
Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.
| Driver |
MoFi SourcePoint 10 |
Mission 770 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1.25-inch
|
1.25-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 10-inch
|
1 x 8-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 770 features a 1.25" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 8" mineral-loaded polyproylene Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2900Hz.
Frequency Response
SourcePoint 10 has a frequency range of 42-30k Hz whereas 770 has a frequency range of 42-20,000 Hz.
The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
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
SourcePoint 10 and 770 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. SourcePoint 10 sensitivity is rated at 91dB and the 770's is at 88 dB. This 3 dB difference makes the MoFi SourcePoint 10 a more sensitive speaker compared to Mission 770, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. Staying
within that range gives nominal performance; driving the speaker beyond its maximum wattage can damage it.
Both handle the same maximum of 200 watts RMS, though SourcePoint 10 is rated 30-200 watts and 770 25-200 watts.
Note that higher power handling does not make a speaker louder: that depends mainly on
sensitivity and impedance. The calculator below shows how loud each of these actually plays
on a real amplifier.
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.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
SourcePoint 10 features Post type posts and 770 has a Post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
MoFi SourcePoint 10's 5-Way post terminals
Mission 770's Post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
SourcePoint 10 has a rear firing port whereas 770 has a Front firing ports.
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 MoFi SourcePoint 10's and Mission 770's external dimensions. MoFi SourcePoint 10 has external dimensions of 572.0 x 368.0 x 422.0mm (22.5 x 14.5 x 16 inch) whereas Mission 770 has external dimensions of 590 x 279.4 x 301 mm (23-1/4 x 11 x 11-7/8 inch).
Mission 770 is 88.6mm narrower and 121mm less deeper than MoFi SourcePoint 10 but it is also 18mm taller.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of MoFi SourcePoint 10 and Mission 770 in scale.
Comparison image of MoFi SourcePoint 10 and Mission 770 Size and External Dimensions
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 Mission 770 is approximately 841.0cm2 / 130.4inch2. The SourcePoint 10 requires 85% more surface area than the 770 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 Mission 770 weighs 27.20kg / 59.8lbs. This makes the 770 30% heavier than the SourcePoint 10.
Here is a comparison of how SourcePoint 10 and 770'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 770?
Here are the items that come with the 770:
- Mission M770 Speaker:
- 2 Stand-mount loudspeakers
- 2 Grilles
- User Manual
- Mission M770 Stand:
- 2 Top-plates
- 2 Bases
- 8 Upright posts
- 8 Spike feet
- Hardware
- Instructions
 Sensitivity |
91 dB
vs
88 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Minimum Impedance |
6.2 ohms
vs
6 ohms
|
Very low impedance levels puts more pressure on amplifier |
 Woofer Size |
10 inches
vs
8 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 High Frequency Response |
30k Hz
vs
20k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Height |
572mm
vs
590mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Price per pair* |
3699USD
vs
5000USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Base Surface Area |
841cm2
vs
1552cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
| General |
MoFi SourcePoint 10 |
Mission 770 |
| Brand |
MoFi |
Mission |
| Speaker Type |
Bookshelf speakers |
Bookshelf speakers |
| Power Range |
30-200 watts |
25-200 watts |
| Sensitivity |
91dB |
88 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Impedance |
6.2 ohms |
6 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
42-30k Hz |
42-20,000 Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
10" |
8" |
| Woofer Composition |
Paper-pulp |
mineral-loaded polyproylene |
| Woofer Surround Material |
n/a |
low-density nitrile |
| Tweeter Size |
1.25" |
1.25" |
| Tweeter Type |
wide roll soft dome |
Soft-Dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
1600 Hz |
2900Hz |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
Front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
572.0mm (22.5") |
590.0mm (23.2") |
| Width |
368.0mm (14.5") |
279.4mm (11") |
| Depth |
422.0mm (16.6") |
301.0mm (11.9") |
| Weight |
21.00kg (46.2lbs) |
27.20kg (59.8lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
real wood veneer |
MDF, particle board, wood |
| Available Colors |
Satin Walnut, Satin Black Ash |
Walnut,Black Oak |
| Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
|
3 years |
| Labor Warranty |
|
3 years |
No single best speaker here - they are built to different priorities, and the right one depends on your room, your amplifier and what you listen to.
| Area | Better | Why |
|---|
| Bass | evenly matched | Much the same reach (42Hz vs 42Hz). |
| Amplifier needs | A | MoFi SourcePoint 10 is more sensitive (91dB vs 88dB), so it goes louder on the same amplifier. |
| Headroom | evenly matched | Similar power handling (200W vs 200W). |
| Size | depends | Mission 770 is easier to place; MoFi SourcePoint 10 is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides. |
| Price | A | MoFi SourcePoint 10 is cheaper - $3,699 against $5,000, about 26% less. |
A MoFi SourcePoint 10 B Mission 770
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?
MoFi SourcePoint 10 has the edge on paper, though the margin is not large. The rows marked "depends" may matter more to you than the score does. In a large or open-plan room, MoFi SourcePoint 10 has the cabinet volume to fill it more easily; in a small room, near a wall or at desk distance, Mission 770 is the easier speaker to get right. If your amplifier is modest, vintage or valve-based, MoFi SourcePoint 10 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.