Magnepan LRS compared to the .7 or the 1.7i ?

I really don't seem to like the Audio Asylum format, maybe I just don't really understand it, like how to follow a thread without a million keystrokes.

Anyway, at least here on A'gon, because of how little time since their introduction, there are few, if any, user impressions.  But when you receive them please do give your impressions, I love the idea of having a pair.  Just please give them a chance to really show their true identity before giving impressions that may not be your "final answer".

jetter make sure to view Audio Asylum in classic mode (I find it easier anyway)

I own a pair of Magnepan 1.7i. I spoke to Wendell of Magnepan and demoed the LRS. My 1.7i are larger and give a larger soundstage. But the LRS are really excellent, as well, on an absolute basis and especially for the money. Personally, before I mounted my 1.7i speakers on MyeStands, I did use a subwoofer. But it was a pain. The setup of the sub to work just right with the Maggies is difficult. But then I mounted the 1.7i pair on MyeStands. The difference is not subtle. Bass is tighter and deeper. Overall definition and focus of the speakers across the range is better. I also got the Mike Powell silver jumper and cylinder (instead of fuse) upgrade. That resulted in further improvements in the highs and other aspects. Personally, I think that Magnepan should adopt the MyeStands and upgrades like Mike Powell’s or Cardas as either standard equipment or an option you can order. They make that much of a difference. Having done all of that, my subwoofers are gone. I am selling them. 

I think if you or anyone gets a pair of LRS, you should seriously consider ordering what ever stand Grant VanderMye from MyeStands constructs for them. Then get the fuse and jumper upgrade. After that determine if you need a subwoofer. I don’t think you will. But if you want one a dipole sub, sealed sub (no ports) would be best. REL or Rhythmik. But personally, I don’t need them now. YMMV. 

Lots of good info, but all tangent to the original question

LRS vs .7 vs 1.7i

anyone?