Magnepan

Over 5 Decades of American Innovation in Planar Magnetic Audio

For nearly five decades, Magnepan has been a leading force in high-fidelity audio, crafting innovative and world-class planar magnetic speakers. Their story began in 1969 with Jim Winey, an inventor with a passion for pushing the boundaries of sound reproduction.  Originally captivated by electrostatic loudspeakers, Jim embarked on a quest to develop an improved design. The result? The groundbreaking Magneplanar – a thin-film magnetic speaker that revolutionized the audio world.

A Commitment to American Quality

From its humble beginnings to its current state-of-the-art facility in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, Magnepan remains a proudly American company. Their meticulous engineering and commitment to quality ensure that every speaker is a testament to their dedication. They utilize high-grade, American-made parts whenever possible, resulting in exceptional audio performance and lasting value.  Over 200,000 pairs of Magnepan speakers have found their way into the homes of music lovers around the globe, a true testament to their enduring legacy.

Magnepan's Allure: Transparency, Detail, and Immersion

Unlike conventional speakers with cones, Magnepan utilizes a large, ultra-thin diaphragm driven by magnets. This innovative design unveils a world of sonic detail often hidden by traditional speakers. Planar magnetic technology delivers a captivatingly realistic listening experience.  Imagine yourself enveloped in the music, where instruments are precisely placed across a wide soundstage and vocals seem to float in the center. Magnepan speakers capture the subtle nuances and breathtaking detail that bring your music collection to life. Amazingly, they've gone even further with the new X-series.

Choosing Between Different Magnepan Speakers

We receive many messages asking about all the models. Below is a list of changes from model to model:

• LRS+ - Simple Quasi Ribbon two-way.
• .7 - More surface area
• 1.7i - More surface area and the addition of a Quasi Ribbon super-tweeter.
• 2.7i - A 40in True Ribbon tweeter.
• 3.7i - A 60.6in True Ribbon tweeter
  • More surface area
  • The Midrange and Bass have a support between them so they act as two separate diaphragms with less “crosstalk”
• 20.7 - Push-pull with magnets on both sides of the bass/midrange.
• 30.7 - Totally separate sheets of Mylar for each driver so they can be optimized for their given frequency range/duties.

Why Buy from The Listening Room?

We’re more than just the #1 Magnepan dealer in the world (but it is a killer flex)—we’re a third-generation small business with a passion for exceptional sound and personalized service. Our deep knowledge of Magnepan speakers means we’re uniquely qualified to help you unlock the full potential of planar magnetic technology. Whether you’re upgrading your system or diving into planar sound for the first time, we’ll guide you every step of the way—from tailored setup advice to ensuring your system delivers breathtaking performance.