In this review, we will be comparing Revel Performa4 F346 and Revel Performa4 F345, two Passive Floor-standing speakers by Revel
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Revel Performa4 F346 and Revel Performa4 F345 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Revel Performa4 F346 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter
- 3 x 6.5" Micro Ceramic Composite (MCC) Woofer
- 30-40k Hz Frequency Response
- 88 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 6ohms
- Power Range:20-250watts
- Weight:39.77kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 44-7/16" x 14-1/8" x 16-3/8" ( 1129.0 x 359.0 x 416.0mm )
Revel Performa4 F345 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter
- 3 x 5.25" Micro Ceramic Composite (MCC) Woofer
- 36-40k Hz Frequency Response
- 87 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 6ohms
- Power Range:30-225watts
- Weight:29.09kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 41" x 11-15/16" x 13-15/16" ( 1042.0 x 304.0 x 355.0mm )
Revel Performa4 F346 and Revel Performa4 F345 are members of Revel's Performa4 series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
Revel Performa4 Series
History
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Revel Performa4 F346 and Revel Performa4 F345 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 Revel Performa4 F346 and Revel Performa4 F345 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Revel Performa4 F346 |
Revel Performa4 F345 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
3 x 6.5-inch
|
3 x 5.25-inch
|
Revel Performa4 F346 features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 3 x 6.5" Micro Ceramic Composite (MCC) Woofer . On the other hand, the Revel Performa4 F345 features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 3 x 5.25" Micro Ceramic Composite (MCC) Woofer .
Frequency Response
Revel Performa4 F346 has a frequency range of 30-40k Hz whereas Revel Performa4 F345 has a frequency range of 36-40k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 30Hz, the Revel Performa4 F346 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Revel Performa4 F345's min frequency of 36Hz.
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 Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing 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
Revel Performa4 F346 and Revel Performa4 F345 have the same Impedance of 6 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Revel Performa4 F346 sensitivity is rated at 88 dB and the Revel Performa4 F345's is at 87 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the Revel Performa4 F346 a more sensitive speaker compared to Revel Performa4 F345, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing 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.
Revel Performa4 F346 can handle a max power of 250 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Revel Performa4 F345 has a max power handling value of 225 watts RMS, 25 watts less than the Revel Performa4 F346.
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 Revel Performa4 F346 and Revel Performa4 F345 features dual binding post speaker terminals for 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 Revel Performa4 F346's and Revel Performa4 F345's external dimensions. Revel Performa4 F346 has external dimensions of 1129.0 x 359.0 x 416.0mm ( 44-7/16inch x 14-1/8inch x 16-3/8inch ) whereas Revel Performa4 F345 has external dimensions of 1042.0 x 304.0 x 355.0mm ( 41inch x 11-15/16inch x 13-15/16inch ) .
Revel Performa4 F346 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 55mm wider, 87mm taller and 61mm deeper than Revel Performa4 F345.
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 Performa4 F346 is approximately 1493.4cm2 / 231.5inch2 and base area of the Revel Performa4 F345 is approximately 1079.2cm2 / 167.3inch2. The Revel Performa4 F346 requires 38% more surface area than the Revel Performa4 F345 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 Revel Performa4 F346 weighs 39.77kg / 87.5lbs and the Revel Performa4 F345 weighs 29.09kg / 64lbs. This makes the Revel Performa4 F346 37% heavier than the Revel Performa4 F345.
Here is a comparison of how Revel Performa4 F346 and Revel Performa4 F345's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
What's in the Box of Revel Performa4 F346?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Revel Performa4 F346:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker
- Grille
- 2 Terminal jumpers (pre-installed)
- Four M8 Spikes
- 4 Nuts
- 4 Discs
- Quick Start Guide
What's in the Box of Revel Performa4 F345?
Here are the items that come with the Revel Performa4 F345:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker
- Grille
- 2 Terminal jumpers (pre-installed)
- Four M8 Spikes
- 4 Nuts
- 4 Discs
- Quick Start Guide
 Max Input Power |
250 watts
vs
225 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Sensitivity |
88 dB
vs
87 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Woofer Size |
6.5 inches
vs
5.25 inches
|
Larger woofer |
|
Low Frequency Response |
30 Hz
vs
36 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Height |
1042mm
vs
1129mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
1079cm2
vs
1493cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
4998USD
vs
6998USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Revel Performa4 F346 |
Revel Performa4 F345 |
| Brand |
Revel |
Revel |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
20-250 watts |
30-225 watts |
| Sensitivity |
88 dB |
87 dB |
| Impedance |
6 ohms |
6 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
30-40k Hz |
36-40k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
3 |
3 |
| Woofer Size |
6.5" |
5.25" |
| Woofer Composition |
Micro Ceramic Composite (MCC) |
Micro Ceramic Composite (MCC) |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
Hard-Dome |
Hard-Dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
6.5" |
5.25" |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1129.0mm (44.4") |
1042.0mm (41") |
| Width |
359.0mm (14.1") |
304.0mm (12") |
| Depth |
416.0mm (16.4") |
355.0mm (14") |
| Weight |
39.77kg (87.5lbs) |
29.09kg (64lbs) |
| Enclosure |
|
|
| Finish |
MDF/Wood Veneer |
MDF/Wood Veneer |
| Available Colors |
Walnut |
Black |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |