MCS-1 vs Bowers & Wilkins 683
The 683's impedance is 8Ω against the MCS-1's 4Ω and its high-frequency extension 22 kHz against 23 kHz. Both share sensitivity (90 dB) and woofer (6.5").
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The Thiel Audio MCS-1 is a 2.5-way ported loudspeaker with a unique coaxial midrange and tweeter driver sharing the same voice coil, providing a mechanical crossover that ensures perfect time coherence and reduces distortion. It features a 1" aluminum dome tweeter housed inside a 3.5" aluminum midrange driver, and two 6.5" aluminum cone woofers with cast magnesium chassis and short coil/long gap motor design to minimize distortion and resonance. The speaker has a sensitivity of 90 dB, a nominal impedance of 4 ohms suited for high-current amplifiers, and a frequency response of approximately 47 Hz to 23 kHz. Its robust one-inch-thick cabinet with internal bracing reduces resonance and diffraction, enhancing tonal and spatial performance. The MCS-1 can be used vertically or horizontally, making it suitable as a main, center, or surround speaker in home theater setups. It weighs about 61 lbs and measures 10" W x 28.5" H x 12.25" D. The speaker is video-shielded and includes binding post connectors. It is sold individually and comes with a 10-year warranty.
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The 683's impedance is 8Ω against the MCS-1's 4Ω and its high-frequency extension 22 kHz against 23 kHz. Both share sensitivity (90 dB) and woofer (6.5").
The Motion 20's low-frequency extension is 46 Hz against the MCS-1's 47 Hz and its high-frequency extension 25 kHz against 23 kHz. Both share sensitivity (90 dB) and impedance (4Ω).
The Prime Tower's sensitivity is 87 dB against the MCS-1's 90 dB, its impedance 8Ω against 4Ω, and its high-frequency extension 25 kHz against 23 kHz. Both share woofer (6.5").
The CDM 7NT's impedance is 8Ω against the MCS-1's 4Ω. Both share sensitivity (90 dB), woofer (6.5"), and ways (2.5).
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