German Physiks, as mentioned by @g2the2nd , are a solid pick. Single driver, beautiful airy highs and soundstage. But very expensive compared to Maggies. Nevertheless, their Unicorn model is one of the best speakers I've heard. But it's expensive and has looks only a mother can love.
Replacing My Maggie 3.6R
Many of you know I have been a Magnepan fan for a long time with my first pair of 2.6's in the 90's. As I evolved to prefer tube power with these speakers I upgraded to the 3.6R, Manley Neo Classic Amps and Vandersteen 2W Sub. About two years ago I added stereo Rel's and truly thought the quest was over. Over the years I have tried to move on from Magnepan but could never find a box to deliver the soundstage and imaging. I've listened to Revel, B&W, Focal, KEF, Harbeth among others. More recently listened to Acora, Joseph Audio, and Magico and many other A listers. I came close with SF Amati and even closer with Vimberg Mino, with the Mino's just out of my financial reach. I then attended AXPONA 2024 for the first time and listened too so many I've forgotten, but I did listened to MBL's and I was sold!
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- 23 posts total