Magneplanar SMGa

[andyrlb]

A matched pair in untouched condition
The cloths need stretching back over the bottom cover or better still replacing and although I’ve not tried them at high levels the wires will likely need re-gluing as apparently the original glue dries out and allows the wires to become detached and vibrate when lose .
Attached to the feet are some u shaped things that allow the stands to sit in a different position ( somehow), one is missing ( easily made though)
I have ordered new fuses.

I was shocked at how good these sound .
I’d like £250 as they are , collection only and I’m in Milton Keynes
Pm if interested

Serial numbers 102259-1 and 102259-2








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[Sherwood]

All Magnepan speakers are sold as "matched" pairs as they are mirror image designs. In other words, the high frequency and bass ribbons are on opposite sides on each speaker. Depending on your room size and layout you may find that swapping the speakers between left and right produces a much better sound on one of the options.

As a long term Maggie user I strongly recommend making your own plinth to both raise them up a little and to provide a more stable platform. There is a whole industry in the US dedicated to providing retro fit stands for Maggies.

[lilolee]

I've had mine for 20 years and will never get rid of them. Currently they are in my Home Office (spare bedroom) and sound great. Mine are tucked into the corners of the room with sound absorbant material behind them.

I have also replaced the capacitor with a Polypropylene and bypassed the fuse. Really helped open them up.

I doubt you will be able to get better sounding speakers for £250.

[andyrlb]

I think I’m going to restore these so they’re now withdrawn.


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[walpurgis]

I think I’m going to restore these

Go for it Andy!

[andyrlb]

Go for it Andy!

I will do Geoff, I will re-glue the aluminium strings/wires if needed , recap them and go for Moroccan blue cloth ( or brown ) or orange
Can I use any acoustic cloth ? Or hessian?


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[walpurgis]

Moroccan blue cloth ( or brown ) or orange
Can I use any acoustic cloth ? Or hessian?

Well I'd aim for something as near the original as possible. You might want to ask suppliers if they can provide samples.

[lilolee]

Go for it. They are great sounding. Her's a quick snapshot of mine in situ, with carpet offcuts rolled behind to stop bass boom, and the replacement cap from ICW (custom ordered so it has my name on it! )

[andyrlb]

Oh they do look nice ( Lee ? )
My only slight concern are the socks , should I get some acoustic fabric and get my lovely elderly neighbour to make them or should I order from Magnepan, what did you do ?


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[lilolee]

They are the original ones, which my wife darned to cover up some of the holes.

I must admit I am not that keen on the oatmeal colour and would get something else and don't see a problem with a nice blue or any other colour and getting your neighbour to make them.