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Opportunity to buy Demo Magico M2?

A dealer called me with an offer to sell their demo Magico M2’s at a massive discount. I was recently in their shop and tested the A5’s with my Gryphon Diablo 300, and I found the bass to be lacking with the A5’s. I think this was likely due to the fact that they had less than 250 hours on them.

My room, while not massive, is on the larger side. Vaulted ceilings that rises to 14 feet at the peak, about 26ft front to back, and open on the sides (house is open concept). There is a large and tall island that separates out the listening area.

Considering my room size, and considering my not so great experience with the A5’s, should I bother lugging my amp into the shop to test the M2’s? I have to travel a ways so it’s a bit of a commitment. But the discount they are offering is about $25k off. And they said it would include the M-Pods.  Thoughts?

 

nyev
nyev OP
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@anotherbob , Monitor Audio PL500 was originally on my list to audition until another Goner who has them told me they felt they needed 4.5ft of clearance from the front wall. I only have 2.5ft between the wall and the rear of the speaker…

nyev OP
1,031 posts
 

@anotherbob , just one person’s opinion but this interesting review of the PL300 (they loved them) said that the Gryphon Diablo “took the life out” of these speakers.  Said the Diablo did much better with Dynaudio and speakers that are harder loads.  
just one reviewer’s opinion but another reason not to bother with the very significant effort that it takes for me to crate up my amp and travel for a full day (round trip)….

ricred1
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nyev,

Based on reading your thread, I don't think Monitor Audio speakers are a good option for you. In my opinion audio is about preferences, not better or worse, but what one prefers. You seem to prefer B&W and there's nothing wrong with that. Go with what you know you like!

rsf507
2,315 posts
 

Have to agree with ricred1 that you should go with B&W since you know and like that sound. MA is a whole other sonic signature IMHO. Personally I'm not a fan of B&W but I'm not the one looking to buy.

erik_squires
16,058 posts
 

I don’t think the M5 is lacking in bass but rather tuned a little cool. Placement could be critical. Having said that, they also have amazing imaging on and off axis along with glass smooth frequency response through most of the vocal and treble ranges. A little chesty to my ears.

B&W as an alternative... Meh. I just don’t like their treble harshness and no one can convince me otherwise. Monitor Audio Platinum are better directions, or Revel or Wilson IMHO.

Many love B&W, of course, and many love Magico, what I cannot imagine is loving the Magico mid-treble balance and thinking B&W might be another good direction.  These speakers don't even talk the same language IMHO and never will.

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