In this review, we will be comparing two different types of speakers by Revel. Revel Concerta2 M16 is a Bookshelf speaker whereas the Concerta2 C25 is a Center Channel speaker.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Revel M16 and Revel Concerta2 C25 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | Revel M16 | Revel Concerta2 C25 |
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| Brand | Revel
United States · founded 1996 | Revel
United States · founded 1996 |
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| Design | 2-way | 2-way |
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| Tweeter | 1" Dome | 1" dome with proprietary acoustic lens and waveguide |
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| Woofer | 6.5" Anodized aluminum | 2 x 5.25" anodized aluminum cone |
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| Frequency response | 55- Hz | 80Hz- 20kHz |
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| Sensitivity | 86 dB | 89 dB |
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| Impedance | 6 ohms | 6 ohms |
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| Power range | 50-120 watts | 40-120 watts |
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| Weight | 7.27kg / 16lbs | 9.09kg / 20lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 14-7/8" x 8-11/16" x 11"
378.0 x 221.0 x 280.0mm | 7-3/8" x 19-1/2" x 10-3/16"
188.0 x 496.0 x 259.0mm |
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M16 and Concerta2 C25 are members of Revel's Concerta series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
Revel Concerta Series
History
What size room are the Revel M16 and Revel Concerta2 C25 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* |
Revel M16 |
Revel Concerta2 C25 |
| 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 M16 and Concerta2 C25 are 2-way speakers.
Revel M16Revel Concerta2 C25
TweeterWoofer
Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.
| Driver |
Revel M16 |
Revel Concerta2 C25 |
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Driver Setup
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2-way
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2-way
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Tweeter
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1-inch
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1-inch
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Midrange
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- |
- |
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Woofer
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1 x 6.5-inch
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2 x 5.25-inch
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M16 features a 1" aluminum Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Anodized aluminum Woofer. On the other hand, the Concerta2 C25 features a 1" aluminum dome with proprietary acoustic lens and waveguide Tweeter and 2 x 5.25" anodized aluminum cone Woofer.
Frequency Response
M16 has a frequency range of 55- Hz whereas Concerta2 C25 has a frequency range of 80Hz- 20kHz. With a minimum frequency of 55Hz, the M16 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Concerta2 C25's min frequency of 80Hz.
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
M16 and Concerta2 C25 have the same Impedance of 6 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. M16 sensitivity is rated at 86 dB and the Concerta2 C25's is at 89 dB. This 3 dB difference makes the Revel Concerta2 C25 a more sensitive speaker compared to Revel M16, 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 120 watts RMS, though M16 is rated 50-120 watts and Concerta2 C25 40-120 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
M16 features 5-Way post type posts and Concerta2 C25 has a 5-Way post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Revel Concerta2 C25's 5-Way post terminals
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 Revel M16's and Revel Concerta2 C25's external dimensions. Revel M16 has external dimensions of 378.0 x 221.0 x 280.0mm (14-7/8 x 8-11/16 x 11inch) whereas Revel Concerta2 C25 has external dimensions of 188.0 x 496.0 x 259.0mm (7-3/8 x 19-1/2 x 10-3/16inch).
Revel Concerta2 C25 is 190mm shorter and 21mm less deeper than Revel M16 but it is also 275mm wider.
Size, drawn to scale
Both speakers and both views share one scale, so everything here is directly comparable. Hover a box for its dimensions.
One scale for both, standing on the same surface and pushed back to the same wall, so the deeper one visibly sticks out further.
Revel Concerta2 C25 needs about 108% more floor or shelf area. Revel M16 is 21mm deeper, so it stands that much further out from the wall. Revel M16 is 190mm taller.
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 Revel M16 is approximately 618.8cm2 / 95.9inch2 and base area of the Revel Concerta2 C25 is approximately 1284.6cm2 / 199.1inch2. The M16 requires 52% less surface area than the Concerta2 C25 which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
What's in the Box of Revel M16?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of M16:
- Bookshelf loudspeaker
- Grille
- Owners Manual
What's in the Box of Revel Concerta2 C25?
Here are the items that come with the Concerta2 C25:
- Center-channel loudspeaker
- Grille
- 2 Short feet
- 2 Long feet
- Owners Manual