In this review, we will be comparing two different types of speakers by Revel. Revel Performa4 M145 is a Bookshelf speaker whereas the Performa4 F346 is a Floor-standing speaker.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Revel Performa4 M145 and Revel Performa4 F346 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | Revel Performa4 M145 | Revel Performa4 F346 |
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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" Hard-Dome | 1" Hard-Dome |
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| Woofer | 5.25" Micro Ceramic Composite (MCC) | 3 x 6.5" Micro Ceramic Composite (MCC) |
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| Frequency response | 54-40k Hz | 30-40k Hz |
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| Sensitivity | 85 dB | 88 dB |
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| Impedance | 6 ohms | 6 ohms |
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| Power range | 15-150 watts | 20-250 watts |
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| Weight | 6.82kg / 15lbs | 39.77kg / 87.5lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 11-5/8" x 7-15/16" x 9-5/8"
296.0 x 202.0 x 245.0mm | 44-7/16" x 14-1/8" x 16-3/8"
1129.0 x 359.0 x 416.0mm |
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Performa4 M145 and Performa4 F346 are members of Revel's Performa4 series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
Revel Performa4 Series
History
The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.
Drivers
Both Performa4 M145 and Performa4 F346 are 2-way speakers.
Revel Performa4 M145Revel Performa4 F346
TweeterMidrangeWoofer
Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.
| Driver |
Revel Performa4 M145 |
Revel Performa4 F346 |
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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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Woofer
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1 x 5.25-inch
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3 x 6.5-inch
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Performa4 M145 features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Micro Ceramic Composite (MCC) Woofer. On the other hand, the Performa4 F346 features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 3 x 6.5" Micro Ceramic Composite (MCC) Woofer.
Frequency Response
Performa4 M145 has a frequency range of 54-40k Hz whereas Performa4 F346 has a frequency range of 30-40k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 30Hz, the Performa4 F346 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Performa4 M145's min frequency of 54Hz.
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
Performa4 M145 and Performa4 F346 have the same Impedance of 6 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Performa4 M145 sensitivity is rated at 85 dB and the Performa4 F346's is at 88 dB. This 3 dB difference makes the Revel Performa4 F346 a more sensitive speaker compared to Revel Performa4 M145, 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.
Performa4 F346 can handle a max power of 250 watts RMS, whereas Performa4 M145 has a max power handling value of 150 watts RMS, 100 watts less than the Performa4 F346.
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
Performa4 F346 features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Performa4 M145 has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
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 Performa4 M145's and Revel Performa4 F346's external dimensions. Revel Performa4 M145 has external dimensions of 296.0 x 202.0 x 245.0mm (11-5/8inch x 7-15/16inch x 9-5/8inch) whereas 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).
Revel Performa4 F346 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 157mm wider, 833mm taller and 171mm deeper than Revel Performa4 M145.
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 Performa4 F346 needs about 202% more floor or shelf area. Revel Performa4 F346 is 171mm deeper, so it stands that much further out from the wall. Revel Performa4 F346 is 833mm 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 Performa4 M145 is approximately 494.9cm2 / 76.7inch2 and base area of the Revel Performa4 F346 is approximately 1493.4cm2 / 231.5inch2. The Performa4 M145 requires 67% less surface area than the Performa4 F346 which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
What's in the Box of Revel Performa4 M145?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Performa4 M145:
- 2 Bookshlef loudspeakers
- 2 Grilles
- 8 Self-adhesive feet
- 2 Port plugs
- Quick Start Guide
What's in the Box of Revel Performa4 F346?
Here are the items that come with the Performa4 F346:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker
- Grille
- 2 Terminal jumpers (pre-installed)
- Four M8 Spikes
- 4 Nuts
- 4 Discs
- Quick Start Guide