Magnepan 20.7 Planar Magnetic Floorstanding Loudspeakers; pair

The Magnepan 20.7 is a loudspeaker for true perfectionists. Designed to embody the essence of Magnepan’s planar technology, the 20.7 offers an audio experience that brings listeners as close as possible to the sound of real instruments in real space. This three-way, full-range ribbon design combines a true ribbon tweeter, quasi-ribbon midrange, and quasi-ribbon bass, delivering a seamless integration of sound across the entire frequency range. From the subtle nuances of a violin to the depth of a grand piano, the 20.7 reproduces music with astonishing realism and scale.

Key Features

• True Ribbon Tweeter: Delivers smooth, extended high frequencies with unparalleled speed and detail.
• Quasi-Ribbon Midrange and Bass Drivers: Ultra-light Mylar diaphragms offer precision and clarity in the mid and low ranges.
• Seamless Integration: The three planar drivers are perfectly balanced, creating a cohesive and immersive listening experience.
• Dipole Design: Radiates sound from both the front and back for a natural, room-filling soundstage.
• Customizable Setup: Mirror-image panels allow users to position tweeters for optimal sound tailored to their room acoustics.

Design and Build

The Magnepan 20.7 reflects Magnepan’s commitment to high-quality, boxless speaker design. Each driver is suspended within a sturdy perimeter frame, eliminating box resonances and ensuring purity of sound. The quasi-ribbon midrange and bass drivers use ultra-thin aluminum strips bonded to Mylar panels, which are tightly stretched between carefully positioned rows of bar magnets. This meticulous design results in drivers with exceptionally low mass, allowing for quick, accurate response to the finest musical details.

The true ribbon tweeter is a signature feature of the 20.7, made from an ultra-thin aluminum foil that is 1/10th the thickness of a human hair. This innovative design ensures effortless reproduction of high frequencies, making the 20.7 a standout for clarity and smoothness.

"They offer the great resolution of a full-range planar with, for the first time, truly dynamic bass capabilities. You will not need or even think about adding a subwoofer. They offer a panoramic and three-dimensional stage when called for, yet can be intimate and place solo performers in your room for your private entertainment." - Don Saltzman

Performance

The Magnepan 20.7 delivers an exceptional level of realism, transporting listeners into the performance space with lifelike precision. Its planar design eliminates box coloration, allowing instruments and vocals to emerge with stunning accuracy. The dipole radiation pattern creates a natural, enveloping soundstage that mimics the experience of live music.

With a highly uniform power response, the 20.7 produces balanced sound energy throughout the room. The directivity minimizes unwanted reflections from the floor and ceiling, ensuring clarity and focus. Whether reproducing the subtle textures of acoustic instruments or the dynamic energy of a full orchestra, the 20.7 excels in conveying the emotional impact of music.

"...the 20.7 does a disappearing act that is hard to believe given the size of its panels, vanishing into a soundfield that shrinks and expands (as it should) with each recording but that can, with expansive discs, balloon to colossal proportions, engulfing the listening room from wall to wall to wall." - Jonathan Valin

Technology

The Magnepan 20.7 employs advanced planar technology to deliver exceptional sound reproduction. At its core is the ultra-light aluminum ribbon tweeter, renowned for its ability to produce unmatched high-frequency detail and extension. Complementing this is the use of low-mass Mylar panels in the quasi-ribbon drivers, which ensure precise and responsive performance across the midrange and bass frequencies. The dipole design radiates sound from both the front and back, creating a balanced acoustic environment while minimizing the excitation of unwanted room modes. This thoughtful design eliminates box resonances and diffraction issues, resulting in clean, accurate sound reproduction. Together, these features provide an unparalleled listening experience, where every detail is rendered with stunning clarity and realism.

Tailor Your Look: Trim Options

The Magnepan 20.7 offers a variety of trim options to complement your existing décor. Choose from a classic black, off-white or classic white grille cloth, or a more contemporary neutral grey. Contact The Listening Room to discuss your preferred trim option and explore the possibilities of bringing the 20.7 speakers into your home.

The Listening Room Experience

When you buy a Magnepan 20.7 from The Listening Room, you’re not just buying a speaker—you’re joining a legacy. We’re a third-generation, family-run business and the #1 Magnepan dealer in the world. We know these speakers inside and out, and we’ll be with you every step of the way, from setup advice to post-purchase support.

Here’s what you get with The Listening Room:

• Expert Guidance: We’ll help you make sure the 20.7 is the right fit for your room, your amp, and your ears.
• Personalized Service: We treat every customer like family—because we are one.
• Audiophile Community: Join a growing network of enthusiasts who understand the value of great sound.

Have questions? Want to make sure the 20.7 is right for you? Call us, email us, or come see us in person. We’re here for you.

Specifications

• System Description: 3-Way / True Ribbon Tweeter – Quasi-Ribbon Midrange and Bass
• Frequency Response: 25Hz – 40kHz
• Recommended Power: See Frequently Asked Questions
• Sensitivity: 86dB @ 500Hz, 2.83v
• Impedance: 4 Ohm
• Dimensions: 29" W x 79" H x 2.062" D