Revel Performa3 M105 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Revel. It was released in 2013. It features a 1" Hard-Dome with Acoustic Lens Waveguide Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Aluminum Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 60Hz- 20kHz and a sensitivity of 86 dB. Revel M105 has an MSRP of 1650$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Revel M105 is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:
| Listening Environment* |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Average |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Average |
| Very Large Room | 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.)
Revel's Performa3 Series of Loudspeakers
M105 is a member of Revel's Performa3 series of Passive speakers. The Performa3 range was Revel's mid-tier line of high-performance American speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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Revel Performa3 Series Speakers
Revel Performa3 Series Speakers
Frequency Response of the Revel M105 Speaker
Revel M105 has a Frequency response range of 60Hz- 20kHz and Power Range of 50-120 watts. With a minimum frequency of 60 Hz, M105 delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.
Here we have a comparison of how M105's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Thinking about a subwoofer for the Revel M105?
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 2000$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Bookshelf speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Revel M105's 60Hz:
Crossover frequency of the Revel M105?
The crossover frequency of the M105 is set to 2300Hz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.
Impedance and Sensitivity
Revel M105's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
86 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Revel Performa3 M105 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 86 dB, Revel Performa3 M105 is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps. Work out how loud the Revel M105 plays in your room →
What amplifier does the Revel M105 need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
19–120 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
M105 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
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Revel M105 Back View
Revel M105 External Dimensions and Weight
Revel M105 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 14-1/8 x 7-15/16 x 9-7/8inch (359.0 x 202.0 x 251.0mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of Revel M105 is approximately 507.0cm2 / 78.6inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Revel M105, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Revel M105 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Revel M105 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.
Revel M105 Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
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WeightThe Revel M105 weighs 7.14kg / 15.7lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how M105's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $2000
Revel M105 on a Stand
How does the Revel M105 compare to the Revel Performa3 M106?
One of the natural alternative to the Revel M105 is the M106 which is located one step higher in Revel's Passive Bookshelf selection.
Here is a scaled size comparison of these two speakers to give you an idea how their external dimensions compare:
Comparison image of Revel M105 and Revel M106 Size and External Dimensions
Check the Detailed Comparison of Revel M105 vs M106 for more details.
Cabinet type and Materials
Revel M105 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a Wood/Lacquer finish. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Port Position
Revel M105 is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe. M105 comes with
Foam port plug so if you don't have any choice but place the speakers too close to the walls or other surfaces, you can use these plugs in order to avoid boomy or too much bass.
Available colors
Revel M105 is available in Gloss Walnut, Piano Black and Piano White.
Wall Mounting
M105 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the Revel M105 come with a Grille?
M105 comes with magnetic grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible. Since the included grille of the M105 is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Revel M105 with Grille
What's in the Box of Revel M105?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of M105:
- Bookshelf loudspeaker
- Grille
- Foam port plug
- Owners Manual
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Revel Performa3 M105.
- Speaker Cable and Connectors
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find more affordable options too.
- Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.
- Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Revel Performa3 M105, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Revel M105
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Revel Performa3 M105 speaker:
Official Brochure for Revel M105
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Revel Performa3 M105 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Revel M105
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.