In this review, we will be comparing SourcePoint 10 and Silver 100 7G, 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 Silver 100 7G first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the MoFi SourcePoint 10 and Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G 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 Silver 100 7G 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 Silver 100 7G are 2-way speakers.
Driver |
MoFi SourcePoint 10 |
Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G |
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
Tweeter
|
1.25-inch
|
1-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 Silver 100 7G features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 8" C-CAM RST II Woofer .
Frequency Response
SourcePoint 10 has a frequency range of 42-30k Hz whereas Silver 100 7G has a frequency range of 35-35k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 35Hz, the Silver 100 7G 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
Bookshelf Speakers
Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G
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 Silver 100 7G have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. SourcePoint 10 sensitivity is rated at 91dB and the Silver 100 7G's is at 87.5 dB. This 3 dB difference makes the MoFi SourcePoint 10 a more sensitive speaker compared to Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G, 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 Silver 100 7G has a max power handling value of 120 watts RMS, 80 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
Silver 100 7G features Binding 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.
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 Silver 100 7G'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 Silver 100 7G has external dimensions of 377.0 x 232.0 x 332.0mm ( 14-13/16 x 9-1/8 x 13-1/16inch) .
MoFi SourcePoint 10 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 136mm wider, 195mm taller and 90mm deeper than Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of MoFi SourcePoint 10 and Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G 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 Silver 100 7G is approximately 770.2cm2 / 119.4inch2. The SourcePoint 10 requires 102% more surface area than the Silver 100 7G 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 Silver 100 7G weighs 9.43kg / 20.7lbs. This makes the SourcePoint 10 123% heavier than the Silver 100 7G.
Here is a comparison of how SourcePoint 10 and Silver 100 7G's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G
What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G?
Here are the items that come with the Silver 100 7G:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers2 Grilles4 Jumpers (pre-installed)8 Rubber feet2 Foam port plugsHex-keyOwners ManualImportant Safety Instructions
Max Input Power |
200 watts
vs
120 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
Sensitivity |
91 dB
vs
88 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
Woofer Size |
10 inches
vs
8 inches
|
Larger woofer |
Low Frequency Response |
35 Hz
vs
42 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
High Frequency Response |
35k Hz
vs
30k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
Height |
377mm
vs
572mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
Base Surface Area |
770cm2 (232x332mm)
vs
1552cm2 (368x422mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
Price per pair* |
1400USD
vs
3699USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
General |
MoFi SourcePoint 10 |
Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G |
Brand |
MoFi |
Monitor Audio |
Speaker Type |
Bookshelf speakers |
Bookshelf speakers |
Power Range |
30-200 watts |
40-120 watts |
Sensitivity |
91dB |
87.5 dB |
Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
Impedance |
6.2 ohms |
n/a |
Frequency Response |
42-30k Hz |
35-35k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
Woofer Size |
10" |
8" |
Woofer Composition |
Paper-pulp |
C-CAM RST II |
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 |
n/a |
Firing Direction |
rear |
n/a |
Physical Specs |
|
|
Height |
572.0mm (22.5") |
377.0mm (14.8") |
Width |
368.0mm (14.5") |
232.0mm (9.1") |
Depth |
422.0mm (16.6") |
332.0mm (13.1") |
Weight |
21.00kg (46.2lbs) |
9.43kg (20.7lbs) |
Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
Finish |
real wood veneer |
MDF/Wood veneer |
Available Colors |
Satin Walnut, Satin Black Ash |
Ash,High Gloss Black,Black Oak,Satin White |
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 |