MG-3.5r vs MG-2.5R
The MG-2.5R's sensitivity is 85 dB against the MG-3.5r's 86 dB and its low-frequency extension 35 Hz against 34 Hz. Both share impedance (4Ω) and high-frequency extension (40 kHz).
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LoudspeakersFloorstanding SpeakersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,800
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About the MG-3.5r
The Magnepan MG-3.5/R (also referred to as MG-3.5r) is a highly regarded floorstanding planar magnetic speaker from Magnepan's lineup, praised for its spectacular performance in dynamics, transparency, and soundstaging. It features a quasi-ribbon design with separate panels for bass, midrange, and tweeter, delivering natural sound with excellent detail. Users note its beautiful sound when properly set up, though it may require careful room placement and amplification due to its dipole nature and bass characteristics. It preceded the MG-3.6/R, which improved upon some aspects like bass power.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 86 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 4Ω
- Frequency Response
- 34 Hz - 40 kHz
- Power Handling
- 250W
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 75W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 250W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 3-way
- Driver Type
- planar magnetic
- Driver Size
- 3.5"
- Driver Count
- 3
- Enclosure Type
- dipole
- Crossover Frequency
- 1.7 kHz
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 610 × 1800 × 51 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 65.77 kg (145 lbs)
- Available Colors
- White, off-white, cherry white, gray, black fabrics, natural oak, black trim, natural cherry, dark cherry
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 86 dB
Impedance: 4Ω
Frequency: 34-40000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions