Two questions about the latest Martin Logan's

The generation of ML hybrids starting with Summit/Vantage show significant improvements over their previous efforts IMHO. There is better bass integration, less need for high power amplification due to the built in woofer amps, and in general a more vivid, true to life sound. The bass level controls are a big help too for getting the right balance, especially in smaller rooms. Paired with the right amplification (McIntosh tubes are a terrific match!), they provide a level of musical enjoyment that is not easily beaten in their respective price ranges. While it is true that the current Quad electrostatics are perhaps a bit more pristine, detailed and better integrated in the bass (no cone woofer), these ML hybrids do dynamics and deep bass better, plus have a wider listening window. These are acceptable trade offs for me. Overall, a very fine speaker!