MartinLogan - Motion B10 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker with 5.5” Midbass Driver (Each) - Walnut
Color
Walnut
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Specifications
- Speaker TypeBookshelfRMS Power100 watts
- Key Specs
- Speaker Type: Bookshelf
- RMS Power: 100 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
- General
- Brand: MartinLogan
- Model Number: MB10WNT
- Product Name: Motion B10 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker with 5.5” Midbass Driver (Each)
- Color: Walnut
- Audio
- Speaker Type: Bookshelf
- Enclosure Type: Bass reflex
- RMS Power: 100 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
- Peak Power Handling: 200 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: 4 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: 56 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: 25 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: 92 decibels
- Tweeter Type: Folded motion
- Midrange Type: Cone
- Woofer Type: Cone
- Tweeter Size: 1.75 inches
- Midrange Size: 5.5 inches
- Connectivity
- 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 3.5mm microphone
- Network Connector(s): 1 x LAN
- Features
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 12.5 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: 7 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: 9.75 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: 14.5 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- 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.)
- Other
- UPC: 810123026104
The 4th generation Motion Series ushers in a new era of design and aesthetics for MartinLogan. The three modern, yet timeless, colorways can compliment any room while being a focal point if so desired. Motion evokes a unique look and sound, pairing high-performance woofers with exclusive Folded Motion Tweeter technology, a staple of MartinLogan products. The Motion Waveguide enhances the Controlled Dispersion of the Gen2 Folded Motion Tweeter to a generous 90°(Vertical) by 90°(Horizontal) to accommodate a wide range of seating and speaker placement options, while avoiding clarity destroying sound reflections within the environment.
- The MartinLogan Sound: Regardless of the environment, MartinLogan speakers achieve high levels of articulation, detail, and realism. Utilizing exotic thin film technologies and Controlled Dispersion, MartinLogan provides unique and special listening experiences not commonly found in the industry.
- Gen2 Folded Motion Tweeters: The state-of-the-art thin-film Gen2 FMT offers effortless performance, unmatched by conventional technologies. Utilizing a lightweight material with more surface area, the FMT brings the audience’s favorite content to life with extreme levels of detail and accuracy.
- Motion Waveguide: Enhances the Controlled Dispersion of the Gen2 Folded Motion Tweeter, blanketing the listening area with incredible detail and precision. Avoids performance robbing room reflections and provides a more consistent sound across a wider seating area.
- Controlled Dispersion: Room acoustics are vital, as everything in the listening room has an impact on speaker performance. MartinLogan minimizes these harmful effects by focusing the sound into the listening area, increasing flexibility, clarity, and placement options, regardless of the room’s design.
- Woven Fiberglass Midrange: The lightweight and strong Woven Fiberglass midrange in the Motion series is perfectly suited for keeping pace with Motion’s Gen2 FMT, providing crystal clear dialogue and vocals, as well as lifelike instrumentals.
- McCracken-Vojtko Crossovers: The culmination of combining extensive anechoic, in-room measurements, and multiple blind listening tests with the low distortion philosophy of MartinLogan’s signature Vojtko Crossover. Through this process each speaker was refined to achieve peak performance.
- Enchanced Cabinet Bracing: If a speaker cabinet isn’t braced properly, it will vibrate or resonate, resulting in masked clarity and detail. This 4th generation Motion series features specially engineered bracing to maximize sound quality by minimizing unwanted vibrations and resonances.
- Secure Lock Grilles: Stealth mounting tabs securely hold the grilles in place allowing the listener to customize the appearance of each speaker. Creating a unique look; leaving the grilles on, off, or even rotating them to change the grain of the fabric providing maximum aesthetic control.
- Threaded For Stands: Threaded inserts on the bottom of the speaker allow for secure attachment to MartinLogan’s matching speaker stand, the STAND25.
- The MartinLogan Sound: Regardless of the environment, MartinLogan speakers achieve high levels of articulation, detail, and realism. Utilizing exotic thin film technologies and Controlled Dispersion, MartinLogan provides unique and special listening experiences not commonly found in the industry.
- Gen2 Folded Motion Tweeters: The state-of-the-art thin-film Gen2 FMT offers effortless performance, unmatched by conventional technologies. Utilizing a lightweight material with more surface area, the FMT brings the audience’s favorite content to life with extreme levels of detail and accuracy.
- Motion Waveguide: Enhances the Controlled Dispersion of the Gen2 Folded Motion Tweeter, blanketing the listening area with incredible detail and precision. Avoids performance robbing room reflections and provides a more consistent sound across a wider seating area.
- Controlled Dispersion: Room acoustics are vital, as everything in the listening room has an impact on speaker performance. MartinLogan minimizes these harmful effects by focusing the sound into the listening area, increasing flexibility, clarity, and placement options, regardless of the room’s design.
- Woven Fiberglass Midrange: The lightweight and strong Woven Fiberglass midrange in the Motion series is perfectly suited for keeping pace with Motion’s Gen2 FMT, providing crystal clear dialogue and vocals, as well as lifelike instrumentals.
- McCracken-Vojtko Crossovers: The culmination of combining extensive anechoic, in-room measurements, and multiple blind listening tests with the low distortion philosophy of MartinLogan’s signature Vojtko Crossover. Through this process each speaker was refined to achieve peak performance.
- Enchanced Cabinet Bracing: If a speaker cabinet isn’t braced properly, it will vibrate or resonate, resulting in masked clarity and detail. This 4th generation Motion series features specially engineered bracing to maximize sound quality by minimizing unwanted vibrations and resonances.
- Secure Lock Grilles: Stealth mounting tabs securely hold the grilles in place allowing the listener to customize the appearance of each speaker. Creating a unique look; leaving the grilles on, off, or even rotating them to change the grain of the fabric providing maximum aesthetic control.
- Threaded For Stands: Threaded inserts on the bottom of the speaker allow for secure attachment to MartinLogan’s matching speaker stand, the STAND25.
Whats Included
- Speaker Grille
- Quick Start Guide
- Owner's Manual QR Code
- Rubber Bumpers
- Speaker Grille
- Quick Start Guide
- Owner's Manual QR Code
- Rubber Bumpers
Q: What is the impedance of the speaker?
A: The impedance of the speaker is 4 ohms.
Q: What is the maximum frequency response of the speaker?
A: The maximum frequency response of the speaker is 25 kilohertz.
Q: What are the dimensions of the speaker?
A: The Motion B10 speaker has a product depth of 9.75 inches, a product width of 7 inches, and a product height of 12.5 inches.
Q: What is the sensitivity of the speaker?
A: The sensitivity of the speaker is 92 decibels.
Q: What is the weight of the speaker?
A: The product weight is 14.5 pounds.
Q: How many drivers are included in the speaker?
A: The Motion B10 bookshelf speaker includes two drivers.
Q: Does it have a grille cover?
A: Hello. Thank you for your question and your interest in our products. The speaker does come with a grille cover for the woofer, that you can view in the photos with it on/off. We hope this helps and please let us know if you have any other questions. Thanks again for your question and your support.
A: Thank you for your question and interest in our products. The speakers are compatible with 4, 6, and 8-ohm receivers/amps. You just want to be mindful of playing the speakers at high levels on your receiver. When playing at high levels, it can send a bad current to the speakers. This is where having more power benefits the speakers because it can be played more efficiently at lower levels and put less strain on the receiver. With that said, the speakers have good efficiency and this is within our recommendations. We recommend between 20 - 200 watts per channel for the speaker so you are good to go! Please let us know if you have any other questions and thank you for your support.
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MartinLogan Foundation Series products redefine affordability by incorporating many of MartinLogan's renowned high-performance technologies at accessible prices. Leveraging 40 years of design and engineering prowess and offering MartinLogan’s renowned thin-film performance, Motion Foundation is a gateway into the world of true hi-fi sound. With a choice of 5 different models in 3 different finishes, Motion Foundation speakers are an ideal foundation for building a high performance Stereo or Surround sound system. Bringing high end performance to a wider audience, Motion Foundation offers incredible immersion for all your favorite content. Motion Foundation speakers feature the incredible performance of the Gen2 FMT S, bringing much of the same performance found in our/their larger siblings, in a more compact and affordable package. This high-performance tweeter is paired with a custom Folded Motion Waveguide offering consistent, smooth, and controlled sound across the listening space delivering incredible performance in every seat while also reducing some of the harmful effects of room acoustics. Rounding out the sound are specially designed aluminum woofers for both the midrange and bass drivers offering robust and detailed performance across the board. Motion Foundation models are available in 3 elegant finishes to compliment any decor: Black, Satin White, and Walnut.
| Pros for MartinLogan - Motion B10 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker with 5.5” Midbass Driver (Each) - Walnut | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sound Quality, Size, Mid Range, Highs | Sound Quality, Bass, Tweeter | Sound Quality, Size | Sound Quality |
| Cons for MartinLogan - Motion B10 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker with 5.5” Midbass Driver (Each) - Walnut | |||
| Bass | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
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Customers are saying
Customers often highlight the excellent sound quality, particularly the clarity and immersive experience provided by the Motion B10 speakers. The mid-range and high-frequency reproduction also receive praise, with many appreciating the clean and crisp highs. However, some users note that the bass response might require supplementation, particularly for those seeking deep bass in movies or music. The compact size is another frequently mentioned positive aspect, making them suitable for smaller rooms.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best guitar sound you'll hear.
***TLDR:*** What an excellent sound from a quality product. I'm more than happy, especially considering the size and price. MartinLogan have done something which is actually hard to do: impress me. ***STANDOUT FEATURES:*** Honestly, the standout features here are going to be the looks. I went for Gloss Black (with a satin front) to match my setup, but the Walnut option, with bronze speaker surround, is highly attractive. In addition to looks, these have exceptional sound and simple 4-hole mounting, should you choose your own option or the MartinLogan "STAND25", which comes in colors to match your selection of either Gloss Black, Walnut or Satin White. ***LOWS:*** One should not expect ultimate bass with these bookshelf units, as they only have 5.5" woofers. Though they do have ported rears, they were absolutely intended to be used in combination with a subwoofer to adequately hit those 20-80 Hz frequencies. Rated officially at 56 Hz, sound drops off quite substantially at about 90 hz. Adjusting levels to compensate can only help a small amount before interfering in the clarity of the mids. The more frequencies you demand of any single speaker, the more convoluted the vibration - sometimes canceling out sounds you could otherwise hear clearly. Get a decent 8" or larger sub to go with these and keep their cutoff around 100 to enjoy a full and clear sound stage. ***MIDS:*** The density and heavy construction of the cabinets keep mids neutral. No unwanted reverberation/muddying. This makes speaking voices flat, so EQ up. ***HIGHS:*** This is where these speakers shine. The Gen 2 "Folded Motion" tweeter design recreates guitar (in particular) - with preserved drum and vocal separation - in the most clear way I have ever heard. I have been around nice speakers for over 20 years and these have me hearing new things in all my favorite guitar-laden songs. Martin Logan's choice to put the crossover at 2300hz was exactly right. ***DOWNSIDE:*** The gloss black is no joke. These can get very dusty, very quickly. ***CONCLUSION:*** If you have a love for guitar, these will make you happy. Go for it.
This review is from MartinLogan - Motion B10 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker with 5.5” Midbass Driver (Each) - Gloss Black
Posted by Highly Excellent
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome sound, clarity, and precision
The Motion B10 Bookshelf speakers are my first Martin Logan product, though I’ve owned and used a number of other audiophile quality bookshelf speakers in the past. These by far are some of the most impressive that I’ve tried in this form factor, and they are a perfect fit for our 400 sq ft living room where we have our home theater setup. The speakers themselves are compact, measuring 7”W, 9.75”D, and 12.5”H, but hefty at nearly 14.5 lbs a piece. It comes in 3 color variations, gloss black, satin white, and walnut. If you get the gloss black like I did, be aware that fingerprints and dust will show up on it readily as will micro-scratches from buffing or cleaning it with anything other than the softest of microfiber cloths. That said, each unit comes with a fitted spandex dust cover to protect and keep your speakers looking pristine; the mid-drivers have snap-on/removable grilles to protect the cones. Also included are four metal screw-on feet for isolating it from the surface it sits on, and these can also be used to secure the speakers to the platform of a floor stand (like MartinLogan’s custom-drilled STAND25, sold separately). At the back of the speaker, the 5-way binding posts have large clear acrylic caps allowing you to direct-wire these to your AV receiver or use another connection type like banana plugs for convenience and reliability. I tried it both ways with 12 gauge speaker wires and the sound quality was identical. The frequency response of the speakers is rated at 56-25k Hz, and these speakers do a great job at reproducing clear, crisp trebles with little distortion thanks to the Gen2 folded motion tweeter (FMT). Vocals and upper registers are quick, clean, and pleasingly bright. The FMT is set within a waveguide which enables sound dispersion 90° horizontally and vertically resulting in a wide, three-dimensional soundstage that is adaptable to a variety of room configurations, including our open floorplan living room. The 5.5” mid-range driver delivers full, well-rounded mid-ranges, while the rear-firing reflex port produces some upper bass tones though leaves something to be desired in lower ranges. That’s not unexpected though, given that most bookshelf speakers perform best when used as mains in a larger system or alongside a subwoofer, and these are no exception. Once we added in a sub to our setup, this filled in that extra dimension and stepped up our listening experience with the B10s. If you don’t have a subwoofer, just be sure to place the speakers close enough to a wall (but not too close) in order to allow what bass does emit from the reflex port to reflect back into the room. We tried the speakers hooked up to our TV and movie projector via optical input, and when watching films and TV shows, the experience with these speakers is immersive and enjoyable producing clear dialogue and accurate sound placement. Even at higher volumes there’s no perceptible distortion, crunchiness, or muddiness. Since our receiver is network connected, we can play music through the speakers from all of our favorite streaming music services, and it just sounds awesome. Overall, no matter what we’re listening to these speakers sound pretty great, even at moderate off angles, and they look super slick in our home theater setup to boot.
This review is from MartinLogan - Motion B10 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker with 5.5” Midbass Driver (Each) - Gloss Black
Posted by ReviewedByPhil
- Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Not worth what you're paying
For what you're getting I think there are 2 better options, save up a few bucks and get the XT B100 or get the SVS Ultra Evolution at the same price as these B10. They are simply not priced appropriately for what you get. Not bad just better options out there. Attached photo is the B10 next to the SVS Ultra Evolution
This review is from MartinLogan - Motion B10 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker with 5.5” Midbass Driver (Each) - Satin White
Posted by trinitynzxt
