Mike, nice story and pictures - I liked the tongue in cheek approach! The Maggies look great too as does the rest of your set up!
I called a local dealer to see about setting aside some to audition speakers - MLs and Maggies. He said the 1.7s and 3.7s are by far the most popular products at their shop, and he that Magneplanar is starting to struggle to keep up production.
How long did you have to wait for yours?