MartinLogan - Motion 5-1/4" Passive 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker (Each) - Matte White
Model: MO15IMW
SKU: 6371201
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Customers express satisfaction with the Motion 5-1/4" Passive 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker's sound quality, frequently praising its impressive performance. Positive feedback also highlights the speaker's bass response, particularly its ability to produce sufficient bass for smaller rooms, and its crisp highs. The tweeter is also lauded for contributing to the overall smooth and clear sound.
I went into Best Buy to look at B&W bookshelf speakers and the sales person also had me audition the Martin Logan's. These did sound good in store, but the real test was when I took them home. They have a 5 ohm impedance, so first question was whether my vintage amp would be able to sufficiently drive them and what they would sound like in my room. No issues driving them with my 55 watt integrated amp. Sound was amazing for a bookshelf speaker, much better than a smaller pair of Klipsch I had originally tested my setup with. The sound is clear and crisp, especially for string instruments. I listen to a variety of music and these don't disappoint. Now I wasn't expecting much bass given it's a bookshelf, but it's fairly decent, which is nice since I'm not planning to add a subwoofer. I would definitely recommend Martin Logan's and these I feel, are a much better value than the B&W's.
This review is from MartinLogan - Motion 5-1/4" Passive 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker (Each) - Red Walnut
Posted by CoffeeLady
I have a 2-channel audio system in my bedroom and I listen to streamed music on a tablet and sent to an NAD 3020 amplifier via Bluetooth and also a CD player connected via digital coaxial output to the NAD. The previous speakers were Cambridge Soundworks bookshelf type and I felt they were a bit dull, dry, lifeless etc. I opted for the Martin Logan based on their more vibrant and lively sound and as I attribute to their Folded Motion tweeter. Another favorable aspect of this speaker is its high sensitivity and since in my case when considering that my amplifier is rated for 30 watts per channel. For a bookshelf speaker this size I didn't expect deep low end extension so as I had with my Cambridge Soundworks speakers, I augment the Martin Logans with a subwoofer. All I had to do was turn the low pass point up a bit on the subwoofer as the Cambridge Soundworks went a little lower since it's mid/bass driver is larger. All that tech-talk aside, I love the sound and presentation of these Martin Logan speakers. I do like a more open and lively presentation as opposed to most audiophiles who seem to favor "neutral". The upper frequencies sparkle and are detailed without being bright.
This review is from MartinLogan - Motion 5-1/4" Passive 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker (Each) - Red Walnut
Posted by mooveeluvr
Super sounding speakers. I added four of these to my home theater system replacing some older mini sized Def Tech speakers. The clearance prices was a bonus. I also added two floor speakers that were also clearances priced. Now I can hear things that I never heard from my old speakers. They also sound amazing for music.
This review is from MartinLogan - Motion 5-1/4" Passive 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker (Each) - Red Walnut
Posted by srwilson