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MartinLogan - Motion Dual 5-1/2" Passive 2.5-Way Floor Speaker (Each) - Matte White

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MartinLogan - Motion Dual 5-1/2" Passive 2.5-Way Floor Speaker (Each) - Matte White

Model: MO20IMW
SKU: 6371193
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Specifications
  • Speaker Type
    Floorstanding
  • Key Specs
    • Speaker Type: Floorstanding
  • General
    • Brand: MartinLogan
    • Model Number: MO20IMW
    • Product Name: Motion Dual 5-1/2" Passive 2.5-Way Floor Speaker (Each)
    • Color: Matte White
  • Audio
    • Speaker Type: Floorstanding
    • 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: 46 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: 90 decibels
    • Number of Speakers: 1
    • Number of Tweeters: 1
    • Tweeter Size: 1.4 inches
    • Number of Drivers: 3
    • Number of  Woofers: 2
    • Woofer Size: 5.5 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: No audio only inputs
    • Network Connector(s): No network connectors
    • Speaker Wire Connection Type: Binding posts
  • Features
    • Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 36.6 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: 6.8 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: 11.8 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: 33.1 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Material
    • Woofer Material: Aluminum
  • Included
    • Cable(s) Included: None
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 5 years
    • Warranty - Labor: 5 years
  • Other
    • UPC: 810123024728

Upgrade your listening experience with this MartinLogan Motion 20i tower speaker. The compact size fits easily in most living rooms, and the elegant design adds a touch of modern style. Featuring a Folded Motion tweeter and two 5.5-inch aluminum cone woofers, this MartinLogan Motion 20i tower speaker delivers impressively rich, detailed audio from bass to treble.

Speaker Buying Guide

  • Two 5-1/2" aluminum woofers: Along with 1" x 1-1/2" folded motion tweeter for a complete range of sounds.
  • 2.5-way speaker system: Sounds like 1 source rather than several separate sources.
  • Removable grille: Remains acoustically transparent while protecting the speaker's components.
  • 46Hz - 25kHz frequency response: Ensures a wide range of accurately reproduced sound.
  • 90dB sensitivity: Ensures crisp, robust audio.
  • 4 ohms nominal impedance: Ensures efficient conduction of power through the speaker.
  • Two 5-1/2" aluminum woofers: Along with 1" x 1-1/2" folded motion tweeter for a complete range of sounds.
  • 2.5-way speaker system: Sounds like 1 source rather than several separate sources.
  • Removable grille: Remains acoustically transparent while protecting the speaker's components.
  • 46Hz - 25kHz frequency response: Ensures a wide range of accurately reproduced sound.
  • 90dB sensitivity: Ensures crisp, robust audio.
  • 4 ohms nominal impedance: Ensures efficient conduction of power through the speaker.
Whats Included
  • MartinLogan Motion Dual 5-1/2" Passive 2.5-Way Floor Speaker (Each)
  • MartinLogan Motion Dual 5-1/2" Passive 2.5-Way Floor Speaker (Each)

Q: Should these pair well with a Denon AVR-X2700H receiver ?

A: Hello. Thank you for your question and we hope all is well. We recommend an amplification power between 20-200 watts per channel for the Motion 20i, so the Denon falls into the recommended range for these speakers. There shouldn't be any issues with the pairing and they should be a nice match. We hope this helps and thanks again for your question. We appreciate your support.

Q: I have an adcom 555 power amp and pre amp rated at 200 watts per channel. What is the power handling capability of these speakers?

A: Thank you for your question and we hope all is well. The Motion 20i's are recommended for an amplifier power between 20-200 watts per channel. You can even go beyond those recommendations, but 200 watts per channel will be a great match for the speakers and should allow the speakers to play beautifully. Please let us know if you have any other questions and we appreciate your support.

Q: I HAVE THE NAD AMP c272 THAT WOULD POWER THE MOTION 20s---ITS A YEAR 15 OLD AMP.SHOULD THERE BE ANY PROBLEM?? I HAVE SEPERATES AMP TUNER PREAMP On THE NAD EQUIPMENT

A: There should be no problem. These speakers are reasonably efficient. I power them with an NAD C 375BEE power amp fed by an NAD C 265BEE preamp (newer versions, more or less, of your amplifiers) - and they sound terrific.

Q: is it OK to connect to 8 ohms receiver? Common receiver is 8 ohms Thanks,

A: That would almost certainly be OK, but it depends on how the output stage of your receiver's power amplifier stage is designed. Most would accommodate the ~6 ohms of these speakers without a problem. I drive them in parallel with a pair of Bose 301's (MLs in one room, Bose in another) with an NAD C 375BEE power amplifier - and it all works and sounds just fine. But if you're concerned, this question should really be put to the receiver manufacturer to get the definitive answer.

Q: This is a per speaker price ?? ~ i have to double this for the pair ???

A: Yea, it's priced per unit not per pair, which is unusual.

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Pros for MartinLogan - Motion Dual 5-1/2" Passive 2.5-Way Floor Speaker (Each) - Matte White
Sound Quality, SizeSound QualitySound QualitySound Quality, Bass
Cons for MartinLogan - Motion Dual 5-1/2" Passive 2.5-Way Floor Speaker (Each) - Matte White
BassThere were no cons for this productThere were no cons for this productThere were no cons for this product

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Customers consistently note the excellent sound quality of the Motion Dual 5-1/2" Passive 2.5-Way Floor Speaker, with many praising its open and airy sound. The speakers' size is also frequently complimented as being ideal for various room sizes. However, some customers mention that the speakers may benefit from a subwoofer to enhance the bass response.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Martin Logan delivers.

    I love the range of the Martin Logan motion line. Bought these to upgrade my system, moved my old Martin Logan towers to the back and put these up front. They do a great job. Next upgrade will be adding a sub. That's their only weakness they do not have a powerful base, but they are meant to work with a subwoofer so I can't even call it a weakness.

    This review is from MartinLogan - Motion Dual 5-1/2" Passive 2.5-Way Floor Speaker (Each) - Gloss Black

    PatrickM Posted

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Deal! Soundstage sound!

    Thank you Bestbuy! Perfect size, excellent sound with the right receiver and pair it with good sub. I lbought these to be my new front and it makes a big difference on stereo and surround sound.

    ARCB Posted

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wonderful, even with tone controls "flat"

    I love these speakers. The sound is astonishingly clear in the upper ranges and the lower end delivers plenty of bass without being "boomy." In fact, I leave the tone controls on my NAD preamp defeated; there's no need to tinker with it. I considered the larger M40i's, but they were too tall for the space and - as it turns out - these are just fine. I have had excellent luck with a MartinLogan 5.1 surround sound system, and these reinforce my already-positive view of their products. By the way, I did not use the spikes, preferring the hemispherical "bumpers" to protect the floor.

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