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  • WOW! Are these speakers? I can see right through them!

    Yes, MartinLogan's unique electrostatic sound reproduction technology makes it possible for them to be transparent AND sound incredible.

    Created: Aug 24 2018 | Updated: Aug 24 2018

  • How do they work? What makes them sound so good?

    The curved transparent panel that all MartinLogan ESL speakers use is called an electrostatic transducer. The transducer converts energy from one state into another. The electrical energy from your amplifier is converted into mechanical energy via the motion of the ESL's diaphragm....

    Updated: Aug 24 2018

  • How does the electrostatic design work?

    The MartinLogan ESL transducer consists of a conductive diaphragm which is sandwiched between two curved conductive panels called Stators. The diaphragm is connected to a high voltage power supply which provides 2,500-3,500 volts of electricity at the diaphragm's surface. The Stators...

    Updated: Aug 24 2018

  • What are some advantages of MartinLogan electrostatic speakers?

    [1] Because the electrostatic diaphragm is essentially massless, it is capable of responding to each individual sonic event with extraordinary speed—from the most subtle background passages to the most explosive transients. There is no lag time which can distort the music. Instead...

    Updated: Aug 24 2018

  • Do MartinLogan speakers require big or expensive amplifiers?

    Absolutely not. MartinLogan speakers are quite efficient and are typically capable of providing from 89-91 dB output from only 2.83 volts of input (please refer to specific product specifications). This makes them suitable for use with a wide range of discrete and integrated amps,...

    Updated: Aug 24 2018

  • What size (power) of an amplifier should I use?

    The power amplifier is one of the most important elements in any A/V system, as too little power will not allow your system to live up to its full potential. In general, we recommend an amplifier with 100 to 200 watts per channel for most applications. Probably less would be adequate...

    Updated: Aug 24 2018

  • Could you suggest a list of power amplifiers and components that will be ideal for MartinLogan speakers?

    With numerous excellent amplifiers available and the list growing practically each day, we can't recommend one amp over another simply because we haven't had the opportunity to audition them all. This is also true of each component in your A/V system. There are many great components...

    Updated: Aug 24 2018

  • Can you suggest a list of speaker cables that will be ideal for MartinLogan speakers?

    Many people are surprised to hear that speaker cables and component interconnects can have a significant impact on the quality of sound. Just as with the amplifiers, there are many types and designs of cables to choose from and we haven't had the opportunity to extensively test them...

    Updated: Aug 24 2018

  • I read in my manual that to achieve good imaging my speakers should be toed in. How much should I toe them in?

    Generally it is found that the ideal listening position is with the speakers slightly toed-in so that you are listening to the inner third of the curved electrostatic transducer. A simple, yet effective method to achieve proper toe in involves sitting at the listening position, holding...

    Updated: Aug 24 2018

  • What is the warranty period on a MartinLogan speaker system?

    Please refer to the latest warranty information published here.

    Created: Jan 01 2013 | Updated: Aug 24 2018

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