In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . MoFi SourcePoint 888 is a Bookshelf speaker whereas the R6 Meta is a Center Channel speaker.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of MoFi SourcePoint 888 and KEF R6 Meta first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the MoFi SourcePoint 888 and KEF R6 Meta 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 888 and KEF R6 Meta 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 888 and R6 Meta are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
MoFi SourcePoint 888 |
KEF R6 Meta |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1.25-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 8-inch |
1 x 5-inch |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 8-inch
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
SourcePoint 888 features a 1.25" wide roll soft dome Tweeter , a 8" Midrange and 2 x 8" Paper-pulp Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 130Hz and 1.6kHz . On the other hand, the R6 Meta features a 1" Aluminum with MAT absorber Hard-Dome Tweeter , a 5" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Hybrid Aluminum Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 500Hz and 2400Hz.
Frequency Response
SourcePoint 888 has a frequency range of 32-30k Hz whereas R6 Meta has a frequency range of 65-28k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 32Hz, the SourcePoint 888 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the R6 Meta's min frequency of 65Hz.
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
SourcePoint 888 is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the R6 Meta 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 R6 Meta can provide this impedance level.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. SourcePoint 888 sensitivity is rated at 87dB and the R6 Meta's is rated at 88 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the KEF R6 Meta a more sensitive speaker compared to MoFi SourcePoint 888, 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 888 can handle a max power of 250 watts RMS from the amp the whereas SourcePoint 888 has a max power handling value of 200 watts RMS , 50 watts less than the R6 Meta.
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
Both SourcePoint 888 and R6 Meta features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.
KEF R6 Meta's Custom 5-way bi-wire tool-less binding posts terminals allows Bi-amping or 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 888's and KEF R6 Meta's external dimensions. MoFi SourcePoint 888 has external dimensions of 1070 x 320 x 410mm ( 42.1 x 12.6 x 16.1 inch) whereas KEF R6 Meta has external dimensions of 202.0 x 626.0 x 339.0mm ( 7-15/16-inch x 24-5/8-inch x 13-5/16-inch) .
KEF R6 Meta is 868mm shorter and 71mm less deeper than MoFi SourcePoint 888 but it is also 306mm wider.
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 888 is approximately 1312.0cm2 / 203.4inch2 and base area of the KEF R6 Meta is approximately 2122.1cm2 / 328.9inch2. The SourcePoint 888 requires 38% less surface area than the R6 Meta which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
What's in the Box of KEF R6 Meta?
Here are the items that come with the R6 Meta:
1 R2 Meta 1 microfiber grille Rubber feet User manual and warranty information