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Magnepans or...Martin Logan

Dear All, ....sorry very interested but only newby.

Could I have insights on which to choose - up to USD 2.500 - and the reasons. Used or new. Brand and models.

Live in Santiago, Chile so very high addtional shipping and insurance costs - at least double.  Furthermore no possibility of local testing - no models available -...so I must get it right blindly first time. 

Type of music I listen to: Folk, Jazz, Movies, New Age.

Much appreciate your help.

Thanks and regards !
Robert
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georgehifi
10,312 posts
 

With both done right, ESL’s (ML’s) everytime over Planer’s (Maggie’s)
Less "mass" in ESL’s = cleaner, more dynamic, micro detail, but both need dynamic bass driver from <150hz, if you want to move some serious air.

Cheers George
gregm
3,425 posts
 
Given your budget, the music you listen to, and your country of residence, I second (or is that "third") the Maggies; the sound is good, they are simpler to operate & maintain, and they are cheaper.

johnto
1,127 posts
 
If given a choice I would definitely go with the Maggie 1.7i which I have owned( moved up to 3.7i).
When auditioning thet sounded far superior to similar priced ML.
What brands of speakers are available to you locally, maybe you'd be happy with one of them and save the shipping and tariff hassle.
cleeds
6,583 posts
 
I think it unwise to buy a speaker without audition.
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tomcy6
2,685 posts
 
Check out the Martin Logan owners forum: www.martinloganowners.com
One member: roberto is in Costa Rica.  He could probably help you with advice  on owning MLs outside North America.
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