Short answer: the MoFi SourcePoint 888 on measured sound quality, the JBL Stage 2 280F on price. The MoFi SourcePoint 888 ranks #8 of 228 floorstanding speakers, rated 4.7/5, at $5,495. The JBL Stage 2 280F ranks #188, rated 3.4/5, at $1,059.90, $4,435.10 cheaper.
The MoFi SourcePoint 888 is the more accurate, deeper-bass option. Excellent floorstanding speakers for the money, with near full range bass and effortless dynamics. Its measured preference score, a predictor of how neutral it sounds, is 6.09 against 4.69 for the JBL Stage 2 280F. Its bass reaches about 34Hz before falling 3dB, against 48Hz for the JBL Stage 2 280F. The tradeoff: A significant investment, best ordered from a dealer with a good return policy.
The case for the JBL Stage 2 280F: An easy to drive tower with twin 8 inch woofers that plays loud with low distortion for the price. Watch for: Explicitly called out as disappointing relative to expectations for the JBL name and this price point: lacks native linearity compared to similarly-priced alternatives like the Polk Reserve R500, which the reviewer recommends instead for anyone who doesn’t want to rely on EQ.
Buy the MoFi SourcePoint 888 if sound quality matters more than the price. Buy the JBL Stage 2 280F if the price matters more than sound quality.
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Excellent floorstanding speakers for the money, with near full range bass and effortless dynamics.
An easy to drive tower with twin 8 inch woofers that plays loud with low distortion for the price.
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Specifications Side By Side
| MoFi SourcePoint 888 | JBL Stage 2 280F | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5495 per pair | $1,059.90 per pair |
| Ranked | #8 of 228 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers | #188 of 228 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 26Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 30Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 34Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 48Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Dimensions | 41.2”H x 12.6”W x 16.1”D (1046.5 x 320 x 408.9 mm) | 43.8” x 14.1” x 16.5” (1113 x 358 x 419 mm) |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal, 5 ohms minimum (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 6 ohms nominal, 3.9 ohms minimum (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Drivers | Dual 8” paper cone woofers, 8” Paper Cone midrange, 1.25” wide roll soft dome tweeter | 1” anodized aluminum dome tweeter with HDI waveguide, dual 8” polycellulose woofers |
| Sensitivity | 85.6dB (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) | 89.5dB (2.83V/1m, measured by Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Weight | 94.8 lbs (43 kg) each | 55.1 lbs (25 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, rear | ported, rear |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 6.09 | 4.69 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.21 | 6.14 |
| DIY Kit | No | No |
| Crossover Frequency | - | 1.1kHz, 2.1kHz |
| Power Handling | - | 125W RMS |
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