In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by Revel. Revel Performa4 M146 is a Bookshelf speaker whereas the Revel Performa4 F346 is a Floor-standing speaker.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Revel Performa4 M146 and Revel Performa4 F346 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Revel Performa4 M146 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter
- 6.5" Woofer
- 43-40k Hz Frequency Response
- 85.5 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 6ohms
- Weight:kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 14-1/8" x 9-13/16" x 12-1/2"
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 )
Performa4 M146 and Revel Performa4 F346 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 M146 and Revel Performa4 F346 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 Performa4 M146 and Revel Performa4 F346 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Revel Performa4 M146 |
Revel Performa4 F346 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
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Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
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3 x 6.5-inch
|
Performa4 M146 features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Woofer . On the other hand, the Revel Performa4 F346 features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 3 x 6.5" Micro Ceramic Composite (MCC) Woofer .
Frequency Response
Performa4 M146 has a frequency range of 43-40k Hz whereas Revel Performa4 F346 has a frequency range of 30-40k 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 Performa4 M146's min frequency of 43Hz.
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
Performa4 M146 and Revel Performa4 F346 have the same Impedance of 6 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Performa4 M146 sensitivity is rated at 85.5 dB and the Revel Performa4 F346's is at 88 dB. This 2 dB difference makes the Revel Performa4 F346 a more sensitive speaker compared to Revel Performa4 M146, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Revel Performa4 F346 features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Performa4 M146 has a Binding 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 Revel Performa4 M146's and Revel Performa4 F346's external dimensions. Revel Performa4 M146 has external dimensions of ( ) 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 359mm wider, 1129mm taller and 416mm deeper than Revel Performa4 M146.
What's in the Box of Revel Performa4 F346?
Here are the items that come with the Revel Performa4 F346:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker
- Grille
- 2 Terminal jumpers (pre-installed)
- Four M8 Spikes
- 4 Nuts
- 4 Discs
- Quick Start Guide