A New Chapter in High-End Sound from America's Planar Pioneer

For over five decades, Magnepan speakers have set the standard for high-end audio that delivers extraordinary performance without the astronomical price tags of some competitors. Now, with the introduction of the X Series, Magnepan has pushed the boundaries even further with an enhanced line of their legendary speakers that takes sound reproduction to new heights.

While maintaining the company's commitment to "hi-fi for the everyman," the X Series represents what happens when Magnepan's engineers ask, "What if we didn't compromise?" The result is a collection of speakers that showcases just how far their innovative planar-magnetic technology can go when cost isn't a primary constraint. Are they the ultimate speakers for your Park City listening room? Read on to find out. 

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The Difference Is Planar

Since Jim Winey developed the first Magneplanar speaker in 1969, Magnepan has remained dedicated to its unique planar-magnetic design. Unlike conventional speakers that use cone drivers, Magnepan speakers employ ultra-thin magnetic membranes that move air across their entire surface. 

This distinctive approach produces sound more like a live musical instrument, creating an expansive, natural soundstage that cone speakers have difficulty matching. Manufactured in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, these slender panel speakers have earned a devoted following among audiophiles who appreciate their uncanny ability to recreate the scale and presence of live music while maintaining remarkable detail and transparency. 

The X series upgrades build on this foundation to deliver unprecedented results. 

The X Factor: More Than an Upgrade

When designing the X Series, Magnepan had three areas they thought they could improve and refine: simplification of signal paths, upgrading components, and achieving precise balance. 

The engineering team started by streamlining the signal path by reducing the number of components and connections needed to achieve purer sound reproduction. Every remaining component was upgraded to the highest standards - from custom-matched copper-rich polypropylene capacitors to specially wound air-core coils made in-house at Magnepan. Finally, each speaker pair undergoes meticulous matching and testing to ensure perfect balance between channels.

The results are immediately apparent to the ear. Voices and instruments emerge from a darker, quieter background with enhanced clarity. The legendary Magnepan soundstage - already one of the industry's best - becomes even more precise and three-dimensional. Bass notes hit with greater authority, while high frequencies extend with an airy naturalism that makes other speakers sound mechanical in comparison. Most importantly, the X Series maintains Magnepan's signature ability to recreate the scale and presence of live music, only with an extra dose of refinement and accuracy.

X Series Options

For audiophiles ready to experience the next level of Magnepan performance, the X Series offers carefully crafted upgrades across most of the product line. The MG1.7x provides an outstanding entry point to X Series excellence, while the MG3.7x and MG20.7x deliver increasingly refined performance for larger rooms and more demanding listeners. 

Each model maintains Magnepan's exceptional value proposition – while X Series speakers command a premium over standard versions, they compete favorably with speakers costing many times more. Special finishes and custom options are also available for those seeking to match specific aesthetic requirements.

If you're ready to discover what the ultimate evolution of Magnepan's legendary sound can bring to your music, we invite you to schedule a private audition in our Bountiful, Utah, showroom. These remarkable speakers deserve to be heard in person – no description can fully capture their ability to transform your listening experience. Contact us here or start a chat below—we look forward to showing you!