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Magnepan MMG or something else

Hi,

I'm looking for input on speakers. I am trying the MMGs and going into my sixth week with them. They do sound good but there still seems to be a little lacking in the musical involvement. I know that's subjective. They don't seem bass shy in my setup which is a McIntosh MA6600 and an ARC CD2 with a Pro-Ject 9 turntable. What are some opinions on these speakers or perhaps another moderate cost speaker that might fit the bill or is someone's favorite?
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chadnliz
3,736 posts
 
Are you sure the bass couldnt be added to with a sub? Sure it may not sound lean but the extra punch and weight may make you really happy. Whats your budget and room like and also musical taste? Those will help for offering advice.
elevick
2,636 posts
 
Look at the value of your other pieces...do the speakers really match your system?
jaybo
4,478 posts
 
proper 'placement' within your listening room is critical for maggies. your other components are great, so its either the room/placement, or you're still adjusting to a planar/ribbon character difference. did you have drivers in boxes before? sometimes your ears/brain is the last thing to 'break-in' with any new pair of speakers.
audioconnection
1,271 posts
 
Greetings
Have you tried inserting the 1.2 supplied resistors into
their place in action?
Best JohnnyR
drdennis
165 posts
 
I agree that they may not be fully broken in yet. There is a pair of Mye stands for sale today (check for fit). MMG's will also improve with a quick sub like REL, and wires are also very important. Peter Gunn's mods will take your MMG's to a whole new level that will certainly be up to your other components. Check out Magnastand.com.
I'm about to send my MMG's for the full mod.
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