Really impressed with the MMG's...

[JohnK]

Re: getting started and playing with entry level components, I had (well, they are in a box in the basement right now) SMG-A's. Mid-range had a bit of that Maggie slam, but they were decent.

Originally Posted by tonepub

True, but what $600 component doesn't?

I'm really having a ton of fun with these, investigating different amplifiers, etc to see how much more sound can be massaged out of them without spending a ton of money.

They do so much right, this would definitely be a great place to start the high end journey if I were beginning again. It brings back a lot of great memories, as I started out with Magnepan MG-1's back in 1978.

[JohnK]

The 1.7's are entry level priced at $2,000. I just bought a pair and I'm enjoying the heII out of them. I'm a Revel guy and Revel has a big soundstage but these things throw a soundstage big enough to walk around in and the imaging is just unbelievable. Magnepan has a hit on there hands with these new speakers. I can't wait to hear the 3.7's.

wpines, agree on the large soundstage. How do they do with smaller ensembles, whether chamber music, trios, or even solo players? I've heard some impressive (non-Maggie) setups that grew and shrank with the material being played. Not sure if the Maggie's can do that given their physical size.

[JT3]

I have always been intrigued with these speakers, just don't have the space. I understand they can't be near the wall?

Looking forward to the review.

[Face]

Originally Posted by JT3

I have always been intrigued with these speakers, just don't have the space. I understand they can't be near the wall?

I tried them in a couple of rooms here and they definitely need room to breathe if you want a nice soundstage.

[mldn]

Hi guys, i'm Living in the netherlands and there is aren't any dealers here in europe that can supply a set of Magnepan MMGW.
Does anybody know how and where I can get them ?

[vinod_david]

Awoken from sleep after 5 years.