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When it comes to loudspeaker design, Andrew Jones is one of the few names that commands enormous respect and admiration. Having followed his work since his tenure at Technical Audio Devices (TAD), where the TAD-CR1 and TAD-R1TX have long served as my reference loudspeakers, I’ve come to expect a certain level of sonic excellence from anything bearing his signature. So when I heard that Centre Circle Audio had set up a demo pair of the MoFi SourcePoint V10 Master Edition loudspeakers, the latest iteration of Jones’ design at Mofi, I had to experience them firsthand.
First Impressions: Big
Ambitions, Bold Execution
At 48.8" high, 19.9" wide, 15.5" deep, and a
weight of 160 lbs. The SourcePoint V10 Master Edition is a
physically imposing loudspeaker. This is no thin-and-slim-column design beloved
by many high-end loudspeaker marques. The design is ambitious: a coaxial driver
handles the midrange and highs, pairing a 10-inch midrange with a soft dome
tweeter. Delivering at the low end are two 10-inch woofers and, rather than
conventional reflex ports, two 10-inch passive radiators are used at the back.
This configuration hints at a performance focused on coherence, scale, and
dynamic capability.
On my first visit, the speakers had only been unboxed for a couple of days. As expected, they weren’t fully run-in. Yet even in this nascent state, the V10s’ strengths were unmistakable. The scale was enormous, the dynamics impressive, and the mid-to-high detail was already shining through. It could convey emotion of a solo voice and also let rip with rock music. It was clear that these speakers had serious potential. There were areas to be further improved on - the bass was undeniably powerful, though I could detect a slightly ponderous side—lacking the agility and definition I associate with Jones’ work. The overall presentation felt slightly congested, as the drivers were still stretching their legs.
Second Encounter: Transformation Through Time
Fast forward to a month later, I returned for a second
listen. What greeted me was nothing short of a transformation. The V10s had
matured beautifully. The congestion had lifted, revealing a soundstage that was
even more open, expansive, and immersive, one of the best if not the best at
this price point, and easily rivalled others selling at multiples of the V10s’ asking
price. The bass had undergone a complete metamorphosis—now tight, punchy, and
fast, with impressive depth and control. The passive radiators were doing their
job with finesse, delivering low-end authority without the boominess that could
plague ported designs.
What struck me most was the coherence in the V10s’ musical expression. From top to bottom, the V10 delivered a seamless sonic picture. The coaxial driver ensured that the midrange and highs were perfectly aligned, resulting in a natural, lifelike presentation that conveyed musical nuance with clarity.
Play It Loud: Clean, Lively, and Addictive
One of the most delightful characters of the V10s was how well
they handled high volumes. They practically begged to be played loud, and when we
obliged with the volume knob, they responded with clean, distortion-free output
that retained its composure and its communicativeness. Whether it was
orchestral crescendos or driving rock anthems, the V10 made everything sound
exciting and alive.
This liveliness is also a hallmark of Andrew Jones’ designs at TAD. I could recognize similar shades of performance traits —the openness, the scale, the speed and the dynamic punch. While the TADs could pip the Mofi V10 in terms of top-end crispness and micro-detail resolution, the latter is still a highly satisfying listen in these respects, especially for those who do not prefer a warts-and-all presentation.
SourcePoint V10 Master Edition : A Triumph of Design and Value
The MoFi SourcePoint V10 Master Edition is a triumph. It’s a loudspeaker that punches far above its price class, delivering scale, dynamics, and coherence that rival far more expensive offerings.
If you’re in the market for a loudspeaker that thrills, engages, and delivers a taste of reference-level performance, the SourcePoint V10 Master Edition deserves your attention. This is a great loudspeaker, period.
Mofi SourcePoint loudspeakers are carried by Centre Circle Audio, call 03-7728 2686 to arrange an audition.