Magnepans vs Quad 22L's..

Thanks for the input. The 22l's retail for $1600.00, can be purchased much less. Not sure electrostats would work in my system. I tried Martin Logans once and felt they needed more breathing room. I hear they can be difficult to drive also. I tried the 22L's and loved them, however a pair of Audes Blues were made available at the right price, they now occupy my room. I still have an unsatisfied urge to try Maggies someday, perhaps the MM12's(?)
Beernut

Hi Beernut,

The 22ls are a great set of speakers, and maggies can be great too - but both have the comprimises, requirements, and limitations.

Maggies are harder to drive than your 22Ls, and require much more breathing room. the 22Ls will be more dynamic, and the maggies will be more transparent.

There's no right answer - really it's up to you which you like better, and which would work better logistically with your system and room.

Thank you for the input.

I am a Maggie user, and I think that the MG1.6 is the best choice of Maggies for most people. It has later technology than the 1.2. Of course the MG3.6 with ribbon tweeter is supposed to be better, but costs a lot more, and may have reliability problems.

However, no one should buy Maggies without listening to them. The spatial presentation of a planar speaker is very different from what you are used to. You may love it, but some people don't. Best to find out before you put down the $$$.

Good Advice. I kind of live of the beaten path so listening auditions are tough.I've heard great things about the 1.6's, but you are correct-I'm used to dynamic speakers. Thanks for the input.
Beernut