Short answer: the Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX. It ranks #50 of 222 bookshelf speakers by sound quality, rated 4.2/5, at $1,499. The Power Sound Audio MT-110-M ranks #63, rated 4.1/5, at $1,350, $149 cheaper, a saving that is not big enough to make up the sound-quality gap.
The Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX is the more accurate, deeper-bass option. A THX certified bookshelf speaker with well controlled sound, strong midbass punch, and clean output for home theater. Its measured preference score, a predictor of how neutral it sounds, is 4.89 against 2.53 for the Power Sound Audio MT-110-M. Its bass reaches about 80Hz before falling 3dB, against 113Hz for the Power Sound Audio MT-110-M. The tradeoff: Erin measured only 81.6dB/2.83V/1m sensitivity, so substantial amplifier voltage is required.
Why pick the Power Sound Audio MT-110-M: A USA made horn tweeter bookshelf speaker with a 10 inch woofer, high sensitivity, and great dynamics without brightness. Watch for: A mid-range bump makes the tonal balance sound too thick and needs 2-3 bands of EQ to flatten out; correcting it also pulls measured sensitivity down to about 90-91dB in practice.
Buy the Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX. It is rated higher for sound quality, and saving $149 with the Power Sound Audio MT-110-M does not make up for the sound-quality gap.
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Measured Differences
- Bass depth: the Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX reaches 44.6 Hz (10 dB down) against 68 Hz for the Power Sound Audio MT-110-M, about half an octave deeper. You hear more of the lowest bass notes and kick drums.
- Tonal accuracy above the bass: with a subwoofer taking the low end, the Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX scores 7.7 against 5.9 for the Power Sound Audio MT-110-M on the Spinorama preference scale. Its frequency response and off-axis sound are smoother, so voices and instruments sound closer to the recording.
- Efficiency: the Power Sound Audio MT-110-M is rated at 92.5 dB sensitivity against 81.6 dB for the Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX, so it plays as loud with roughly a third of the amplifier power.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX | Power Sound Audio MT-110-M | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,499 per pair | $1,350 per pair |
| Ranked | #50 of 222 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers | #63 of 222 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | ~80Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 113Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 44.6Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 68Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Sensitivity | 81.6dB/2.83V/1m (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 92.5dB (measured at 2.83V/1m, Erin’s Audio Corner; matches manufacturer spec) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal | 8 ohms nominal (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner; matches manufacturer spec) |
| Drivers | 6.5-inch woofer; 28mm waveguided soft-dome tweeter | 1” polyimide compression tweeter with cast aluminum exponential horn, 10” high-efficiency neodymium woofer |
| Enclosure | HDF, sealed/ported | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.89 | 2.53 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.68 | 5.86 |
| Dimensions | 15.2”H x 9.6”W x 12.6”D (385 x 245 x 320 mm) | 17.5”H x 11”W x 14”D (includes grille) |
| Weight | 32 lbs (14.5 kg) each | 30 lbs (13.6 kg) each (unboxed) |
| DIY Kit | No | No |
| Power Handling | - | 175W |
| Woofer Cabinet | - | sealed |
| Country | - | USA |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Arendal 1723 Bookshelf S THX: Spinorama.org measurements and reviews by Erin’s Audio Corner video.
- Power Sound Audio MT-110-M: Spinorama.org measurements and reviews by Erin’s Audio Corner.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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