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MartinLogan - ElectroMotion ESL 8" Floor Speaker (Each) - Black

Model: EMESLD
SKU: 2074269
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Specifications
  • Speaker Type
    Floorstanding
    RMS Power
    150 watts
  • Key Specs
    • Speaker Type: Floorstanding
    • RMS Power: 150 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
  • General
    • Brand: MartinLogan
    • Model Number: EMESLD
    • Product Name: ElectroMotion ESL 8" Floor Speaker (Each)
    • Color: Black
  • Audio
    • Speaker Type: Floorstanding
    • Enclosure Type: Ported
    • RMS Power: 150 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
    • Peak Power Handling: 300 watts (The maximum amount of power an electronic device, like a speaker, can handle without damage. This refers to short bursts of power, while root mean square (RMS) power handling indicates the amount of continuous power a device can sustain. Higher levels of distortion can also occur at peak power levels when the device is powered beyond its recommended usage.)
    • Impedance: 6 ohms (Describes the resistance of an electric signal throughout the system. Devices with low impedance require less power to deliver optimal signals but are more at risk for damage from overloading. Higher impedance requires more power but is more protected from overload damage.)
    • Minimum Frequency Response: 42 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
    • Maximum Frequency Response: 22 kilohertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
    • Sensitivity: 91 decibels
    • Number of Speakers: 1
    • Number of Tweeters: 1
    • Tweeter Size: 34 inches
    • Number of Midranges: 0
    • Number of Drivers: 2
    • Number of Woofers: 1
    • Woofer Size: 8 inches
  • Connectivity
    • Speaker Connectivity: Wired
    • Wireless Multi-Room Audio: false (Technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
    • Audio Only Inputs: 1 x Phono
    • Network Connector(s): 2 x RS-232
    • Speaker Wire Connection Type: Banana Jack/Screw Terminals
  • Features
    • App Compatible: false (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
    • Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 11.9 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 9 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 16.3 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 35.5 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Included
    • Cable(s) Included: Power
    • Speaker Wire Included: false
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 5 years
    • Warranty - Labor: 5 years
  • Other
    • UPC: 877929006150

Enjoy brilliant audio with this floor speaker that features an 8" high-excursion, doped fiber woofer cone for booming lows and a 34" Xstat Curvilinear Line Source (CLS) electrostatic transducer with 292 sq. in. of radiating surface for amazing sound.

  • Handles 200W peak power: For robust and controlled audio that is crisp and clear.
  • 8" high-excursion, high-rigidity, doped fiber and paper woofer cone: Features an extended throw driver assembly and asymmetrical chamber format to deliver amazing lows.
  • 34" Xstat Curvilinear Line Source (CLS) electrostatic transducer: With 292 sq. in. radiating surface for brilliant audio. Controlled dispersion sound radiation minimizes side-wall reflections.
  • AirFrame technology: Rigidifies the electrostatic panel without interfering sound radiation and provides electrical and acoustical isolation to eliminate intermodulated distortion caused by vibration and resonance.
  • Vojtko topology crossover: Uses a custom air core coil and low DCR steel laminate inductors, polyester film capacitors in series and low DF electrolytic capacitors in parallel.
  • Energy transfer coupler spikes: Can be used to fine-tune vertical wave launch, improve stability on thick carpets and create tight coupling between the speaker and floor for detailed bass.
  • Push-style speaker terminals: With curved inserts for an easy connection. Rubber end caps allow for the use of banana plugs instead of bare wire.
  • 42Hz - 22kHz frequency response: For faithful sound reproduction.
  • 91dB sensitivity: For powerful sound.
  • 6 ohms impedance: Conducts power through the speakers.
Whats Included
  • Power cord
  • Energy transfer coupler spikes
  • Owner's manual
  • MartinLogan ElectroMotion ESL 8" Floor Speaker (1 speaker)

Q: Does this speaker require speaker wires for connection?

A: Speaker wires are not included with the speaker.

Q: What is the impedance of this floor speaker?

A: The impedance of this floor speaker is 6 ohms.

Q: What is the lowest frequency response for this speaker?

A: The minimum frequency response for this speaker is 42 hertz.

Q: How many tweeters are included with this speaker?

A: This speaker includes one tweeter.

Q: What is the highest frequency response for this speaker?

A: The maximum frequency response for this speaker is 22 kilohertz.

Q: Is this speaker able to be controlled through an app?

A: No, this speaker is not able to be controlled through an app.

Q: What is the peak power handling of this speaker?

A: This speaker has a peak power handling of 300 watts.

Q: Do I have to plug these in to a power source?

A: Yes, these speakers each need to be plugged into a power source. I love these for music and for movies and placement was actually more forgiving than other speakers I have tried. The only weak point so far is voices during movies. They are ok. Most towers benefit from a center channel speaker and these are in that group. Musically though, these have air and space and clarity. These are keepers in my house.

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Pros for MartinLogan - ElectroMotion ESL 8" Floor Speaker (Each) - Black
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Cons for MartinLogan - ElectroMotion ESL 8" Floor Speaker (Each) - Black
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 122 reviews

95% would recommend to a friend
Customers are sayingCustomers love the ElectroMotion ESL 8" Floor Speaker, especially the amazing sound quality and clear bass. Many are impressed with the speaker's appearance, imaging, and design. The size of the speaker may be a concern for those with limited space.
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