Silver 8 vs Wharfedale Opus 1
The Opus 1's sensitivity is 89 dB against the Silver 8's 90 dB, its impedance 6Ω against 4Ω, and its low-frequency extension 37 Hz against 32 Hz. Both share ways (3).
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The Silver 8 is a three-way floorstanding speaker from Monitor Audio's Silver series, designed with a 3-way driver configuration including a 1" C-CAM gold dome tweeter with a damped rear chamber and innovative dome venting for improved clarity and bandwidth, a specially designed 4" midrange driver with an under-hung voice coil for low distortion, and dual 6" C-CAM/RST long-throw bass woofers with a concave dished cone profile for better damping and midbass clarity. The drivers use bolt-through mounting to increase cabinet rigidity and reduce resonance. The cabinet is bass reflex with twin ports, finished in MDF with wood veneer (Walnut or other finishes available). It has a sensitivity of 90 dB, impedance of 4 ohms, and a frequency response from 32 Hz to 35 kHz. The speaker supports bi-amping and is recommended for amplifiers delivering 80 to 200 watts. Dimensions are approximately 41-3/4" high, 9-5/8" wide, and 14-3/16" deep, weighing about 51.3 lbs. The Silver 8 offers a natural midrange presence and clear, extended highs, suitable for users seeking a high-quality three-way floorstanding speaker without the need for a subwoofer. It has a 5-year parts and labor warranty. The speaker was reviewed positively for its fit, finish, and sound quality, with a price around per pair at launch, though current prices vary in the used market.
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The Opus 1's sensitivity is 89 dB against the Silver 8's 90 dB, its impedance 6Ω against 4Ω, and its low-frequency extension 37 Hz against 32 Hz. Both share ways (3).
The 683's impedance is 8Ω against the Silver 8's 4Ω and its woofer 6.5" against 6". Both share sensitivity (90 dB) and ways (3).
The MCS-1's woofer is 6.5" against the Silver 8's 6" and its ways 2.5 against 3. Both share sensitivity (90 dB) and impedance (4Ω).
The Silver RS8's sensitivity is 91 dB against the Silver 8's 90 dB, its impedance 6Ω against 4Ω, and its low-frequency extension 33 Hz against 32 Hz. Both share woofer (6").
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