I will give you the areas where I think you’ll notice differences:
Mid to Treble balance.
Treble smoothness and color.
Lower voice, piano ranges. Diana Krall is a good test, even if you aren’t a fan.
Off axis imaging.
Space they need around them. Magicos seem to thrive on having little or no side reflections/interference. WIlson’s seem to be less sensitive, so pay attention to where you plan to place them, and whether the showroom is similar.
I won’t pollute your opinion with mine, as you may like one or the other, but with modern Wilsons and Magico’s this is where I hear most of the differences. Otherwise, I strongly encourage you to audition them at the volume you will actually listen to them. If you like low level listening, spend a lot of time there. If you like concert level, do that.
Best,
E
Mid to Treble balance.
Treble smoothness and color.
Lower voice, piano ranges. Diana Krall is a good test, even if you aren’t a fan.
Off axis imaging.
Space they need around them. Magicos seem to thrive on having little or no side reflections/interference. WIlson’s seem to be less sensitive, so pay attention to where you plan to place them, and whether the showroom is similar.
I won’t pollute your opinion with mine, as you may like one or the other, but with modern Wilsons and Magico’s this is where I hear most of the differences. Otherwise, I strongly encourage you to audition them at the volume you will actually listen to them. If you like low level listening, spend a lot of time there. If you like concert level, do that.
Best,
E