In this review, we will be comparing SourcePoint 10 and Bronze 100, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from MoFi and Monitor Audio. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of MoFi SourcePoint 10 and Monitor Audio Bronze 100 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the MoFi SourcePoint 10 and Monitor Audio Bronze 100 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 Monitor Audio Bronze 100 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 Bronze 100 are 2-way speakers.
Driver |
MoFi SourcePoint 10 |
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 |
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
Tweeter
|
1.25-inch
|
1-inch
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
Woofer
|
1 x 10-inch
|
1 x 6.5-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 Bronze 100 features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" C-CAM Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2200Hz.
Frequency Response
SourcePoint 10 has a frequency range of 42-30k Hz whereas Bronze 100 has a frequency range of 37-30k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 37Hz, the Bronze 100 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to 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
Bookshelf Speakers
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 and Bronze 100 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. SourcePoint 10 sensitivity is rated at 91dB and the Bronze 100's is at 87 dB. This 4 dB difference makes the MoFi SourcePoint 10 a more sensitive speaker compared to Monitor Audio Bronze 100, 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. 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 Bronze 100 has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS, 100 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
Bronze 100 features Post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. SourcePoint 10 has a 5-Way post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both SourcePoint 10 and Bronze 100 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 Monitor Audio Bronze 100's external dimensions. MoFi SourcePoint 10 has external dimensions of 572 x 368 x 406mm ( 22.5 x 14.5 x 16 inch) whereas Monitor Audio Bronze 100 has external dimensions of 376.0 x 231.0 x 325.0mm ( 14.8 x 9.0 x 12.7inch) .
MoFi SourcePoint 10 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 137mm wider, 196mm taller and 97mm deeper than Monitor Audio Bronze 100.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of MoFi SourcePoint 10 and Monitor Audio Bronze 100 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 Monitor Audio Bronze 100 is approximately 750.8cm2 / 116.4inch2. The SourcePoint 10 requires 107% more surface area than the Bronze 100 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 Monitor Audio Bronze 100 weighs 7.80kg / 17.2lbs. This makes the SourcePoint 10 169% heavier than the Bronze 100.
Here is a comparison of how SourcePoint 10 and Bronze 100'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 Monitor Audio Bronze 100?
Here are the items that come with the Bronze 100:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers 2 Grilles 4 Terminal-jumpers (pre-installed) 2 Foam port plugs 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet Hex-key Quick Start Guide Important Safety Instructions
Max Input Power |
200 watts
vs
100 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
Sensitivity |
91 dB
vs
87 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
Minimum Impedance |
6.2 ohms
vs
4.5 ohms
|
Very low impedance levels puts more pressure on amplifier |
Woofer Size |
10 inches
vs
6.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
Low Frequency Response |
37 Hz
vs
42 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
Height |
376mm
vs
572mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
Base Surface Area |
750cm2 (231x325mm)
vs
1552cm2 (368x422mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
Price per pair* |
675USD
vs
3699USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
General |
MoFi SourcePoint 10 |
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 |
Brand |
MoFi |
Monitor Audio |
Speaker Type |
Bookshelf speakers |
Bookshelf speakers |
Power Range |
30-200 watts |
30-100 watts |
Sensitivity |
91dB |
87 dB |
Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
Impedance |
6.2 ohms |
4.5 ohms |
Frequency Response |
42-30k Hz |
37-30k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
Woofer Size |
10" |
6.5" |
Woofer Composition |
Paper-pulp |
C-CAM |
Woofer Surround Material |
n/a |
Rubber |
Tweeter Size |
1.25" |
1" |
Tweeter Type |
wide roll soft dome |
Hard-Dome |
Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
Crossover Frequency |
1600 Hz |
2200Hz |
Firing Direction |
rear |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
Height |
572.0mm (22.5") |
376.0mm (14.8") |
Width |
368.0mm (14.5") |
231.0mm (9.1") |
Depth |
422.0mm (16.6") |
325.0mm (12.8") |
Weight |
21.00kg (46.2lbs) |
7.80kg (17.2lbs) |
Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
Finish |
real wood veneer |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
Available Colors |
Satin Walnut, Satin Black Ash |
Walnut, Black, White, Urban Grey |
Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
Recommended Stand Height |
n/a |
22-26" |
Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Biamp Inputs |
No |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
Parts Warranty |
|
5 Years |
Labor Warranty |
|
5 Years |