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What reviewers think
Bloggers and YouTubers have tried this product—so we've summarized their strongest opinions below. Links to full reviews follow.
Product Strengths
- Excellent attention to detail and impressive build quality
- Excellent overall sound quality, on par with the Magico A Series lineup
- Smooth transitions to the main speakers, even with dynamic, low-frequency content
- Voices are reproduced naturally, realistically, and with solid positioning
- Balance and output, even with audio sources that aren't high end
Product Considerations
- At 13 inches tall, the ACC may block the bottom of your screen unless enough clearance is present
- Its 96-pound weight requires a solid placement surface
- The lack of an included grille can be distracting if the speaker is in the line of sight, though an optional grille is available for extra cost
- A powerful amplifier is needed to maintain impressive dynamics at moderate to high volumes
- Grilles on Magico speakers may not always be securely attached
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Martin Logan ESL C34A: The Martin Logan offers excellent detail and articulation with a powered bass section and Anthem Room Correction, but is a larger speaker
- Vs Revel C426Be: The Revel is also a beefy center speaker with a Beryllium dome tweeter, and is expected to have impeccable performance based on other Revel speakers
Takeaway: The Magico ACC is a top-tier center channel speaker with phenomenal build quality, seamless sound, and excellent sound quality that makes it worth exploring multi-channel audio, even with less-than-perfect sources. For those investing in Magico A series speakers, adding the ACC is highly recommended for a complete and immersive experience.
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Manufacturer details
Features
Specifications
- Driver Complement: 1 X 1.1" (2.79cm) Beryllium Dome Tweeter, 1 X 6" (15.24cm) Graphene Nano-Tec Midrange, 2 X 7" (17.78cm) Graphene Nano-Tec Bass
- Sensitivity: 88dB
- Impedance: 4 Ohms
- Frequency Response: 26 Hz – 50 KHz
- Recommended Power: 50 watt RMS (min) / 300 watts (max)
- Dimensions: 13"H x 12.7"D x 26"W (33cm x 32.25cm x 66cm)
- Weight: 96 lbs. (43.54 kg)
Description
Multi-channel soundtracks for movies and music include a dedicated center channel track of information that can range from subtle to explosive in a split second. In order to properly reproduce these dynamic swings of micro and macro information, a full range center channel loudspeaker that matches the speed and integrity of the front L/R loudspeakers is imperative. The ACC features a sealed, fully braced aluminum enclosure, beryllium dome tweeter, carbon Nanographene cones, neodymium-based motor systems and our renowned elliptical crossover.
Multi-channel soundtracks for movies and music include a dedicated center channel track of information that can range from subtle to explosive in a split second. In order to properly reproduce these dynamic swings of micro and macro information, a full range center channel loudspeaker that matches the speed and integrity of the front L/R loudspeakers is imperative.
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Brand highlights
Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
- Magico enclosures are primarily constructed of aluminum, using complex internal bracing to minimize resonances and provide a rigid mounting platform for the drivers.
- The brand utilizes graphene-enhanced Nano-Tec cones in their midranges and woofers for a superior stiffness-to-weight ratio, contributing to exceptional clarity and detail.
- Trickle-down technology from Magico's flagship M-Series informs the design of other models, making significant engineering accomplishments available at lower price points.
- The company is known for its seamless blending of drivers and exceptionally wide sweet spot relative to other dynamic loudspeakers.
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A-Series A5
- Positioning: A flagship model in the A-Series, designed for high performance with advanced technology.
- Description: Notable for its use of a 5-inch pure midrange driver and advanced Graphene Nano-Tech cones, offering exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio. Compared to other models, it features a sealed aluminum enclosure similar to the Q-Series, providing enhanced resolution and dynamics. Ideal for those seeking high performance in medium to large rooms, it balances affordability with advanced technology.
S-Series S5
- Positioning: A premium model in the S-Series, offering advanced acoustic performance and design.
- Description: Stands out with its diamond-coated beryllium tweeter and Nano-Tec Gen 8 cone structure, providing superior midrange clarity and low distortion. It offers a larger cabinet and improved bass response compared to the A-Series, making it suitable for larger spaces and users willing to invest in higher build quality and acoustic sophistication.
M-Series M9
- Positioning: The ultimate flagship model in the M-Series, representing the pinnacle of loudspeaker design.
- Description: Features a unique carbon fiber and aluminum honeycomb core enclosure, offering exceptional structural stiffness and reduced weight. It surpasses other models with its advanced Nano-Tec cones and Beryllium-diamond tweeter, delivering extraordinary accuracy and dynamic range.
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Our take on the brand
Magico is one of the leading American hifi brands, celebrated for its speakers' precision, clarity, and transparency. This reputation is built on the founder’s meticulous focus on eliminating vibrations, a design principle that customers claim significantly enhances sound quality. Their speakers incorporate carbon fiber and aluminum, along with custom-made drivers, to deliver a highly transparent listening experience. Magico’s sound is incredibly revealing, though some listeners may find it unforgiving with poorly recorded material. These speakers are favored by reviewers and audiophiles who prioritize transparency and accuracy above all else.
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PIEGA is a hifi speaker brand that uses aluminum cabinets and Air Motion Transformer tweeters to achieve better sound quality than traditional speaker designs. The brand is known for making compact speakers that perform like much larger ones, with their TMicro 40 model reaching deep bass notes down to 50Hz despite its small size.
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Product Strengths
- The unique coaxial midrange tweeter has been enhanced, improving the sound quality
- The redesign of the solid front panel features additional cross-bracing and a center bridge, which allows the installation of an additional neodymium magnet above the tweeter to improve its efficiency further
- The coaxial ribbon now takes over reproduction from 450 Hz and also covers the sensitive range of vocals within its wider frequency band, which can now be reproduced flawlessly and harmoniously
- The cabinets are made of an extremely high-quality, now even larger seamless aluminum extrusion
- The TIM2 module further increases the rigidity of the enclosure
Takeaway: The Piega Coax Gen2 speakers have been meticulously optimized and boast impressive dynamics, refined details, and outstanding spatiality in the mid-high range. With their elegant design, they will be an eye-catcher in any room.
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Perlisten
S7c
7995
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Released
2021
At the center of it all and always the focus of any studio or home theater is the critical tonal balance provided by the center channel.
Perlisten Audio's speakers feature a unique Directivity Pattern Control array that combines a beryllium tweeter with thin-ply carbon diaphragm midrange drivers to control sound dispersion and enhance imaging precision, and they're the first brand to achieve THX Dominus certification. Their speakers use proprietary thin-ply carbon diaphragm material that's 30% lighter than standard carbon fiber, with their DPC array designed to minimize floor and ceiling reflections while maintaining precise horizontal soundstage.
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Product Strengths
- The S7c center channel speaker is a standout performer and a tonal match to the mains and surrounds, creating a seamless blend across the main channels
- Movie dialogue was crystal clear from every seat with the S7c, and levels required no additional tweaking post-calibration
- Innovative in design and heavy duty in build quality
Product Considerations
- The price of the S7c and the system as a whole, may be intimidating for some
- The review sample had a lustrous high-gloss black with chromed silver binding posts and terminal plate
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The Perlisten S7t speakers seem to be able to bend the room to their will to an even higher degree than the Revel F328Be speakers that were reviewed earlier
Takeaway: The S7c is a top-tier center channel speaker that delivers exceptional clarity and seamless integration with other speakers, making it a great choice for a high-end home theater system. It's a high-performing product, making movies and music sound their best.
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Perlisten Audio's speakers feature a unique Directivity Pattern Control array that combines a beryllium tweeter with thin-ply carbon diaphragm midrange drivers to control sound dispersion and enhance imaging precision, and they're the first brand to achieve THX Dominus certification. Their speakers use proprietary thin-ply carbon diaphragm material that's 30% lighter than standard carbon fiber, with their DPC array designed to minimize floor and ceiling reflections while maintaining precise horizontal soundstage.
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Perlisten
S5c
5995
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Released
2022
With the success of the S7c, the request for the S5c center for slightly smaller rooms and screens became too numerous to ignore. A world class center similar to the S7c with nearly the same SPL, sensitivity, and low frequency output. The S5c is sealed for the best integration into any room, and the same exquisite DPC array, for THX certified Dominus surround, or Ultra LCR home theater applications.
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Product Strengths
- Compact center channel designed to match the S7Ts without taking up too much space
- Properly designed to be a center channel, providing great off-axis performance
- When integrated as part of a system with S7Ts, it provides a cohesive sound, sounding very similar to the mains
Product Considerations
- Review mentions having to seal the bass drivers in the subwoofers and redo setup
- Review mentions it sounds best with 'really good musical subwoofers', which may mean it sounds less good without subwoofers
Takeaway: The S5C is a well-engineered center channel option that can be paired with other speakers to create an immersive sound experience. It offers great off-axis performance and a cohesive sound.
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Perlisten Audio's speakers feature a unique Directivity Pattern Control array that combines a beryllium tweeter with thin-ply carbon diaphragm midrange drivers to control sound dispersion and enhance imaging precision, and they're the first brand to achieve THX Dominus certification. Their speakers use proprietary thin-ply carbon diaphragm material that's 30% lighter than standard carbon fiber, with their DPC array designed to minimize floor and ceiling reflections while maintaining precise horizontal soundstage.
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Monitor
Platinum C250 3G
5900
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Released
2022
The Platinum C250 3G centre channel boasts an MPD III transducer, a 2,5" RDT III mid-range driver and two 6" RDT III bass drivers. It's designed to be the perfect partner with any combination of Platinum loudspeakers to create the last word in home theatre sound.
Monitor Audio is an independently owned hifi brand that has earned multiple Editors Choice awards for their Silver Series speakers, which feature proprietary driver designs. Their speakers are distinguished by unique technologies like the MPD tweeter and C-CAM drivers, which provide exceptional clarity while resisting distortion and listener fatigue.
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Product Strengths
- New features and performance for the brand's high-end home theater speakers
- The slim profile allows for easy integration into any room, distinguishing them from bulkier alternatives
- Cabinets are crafted using multiple laminated layers of MDF with a 36mm front baffle and feature dual binding posts, plus high-quality jumpers for better performance
- The series features an updated top-tier midrange and woofer with Rigid Diaphragm Technology III for improved audio performance
- Build quality is first-rate with no expense spared in using today's technology
Product Considerations
- The speakers sometimes seemed like they were holding back from being their best—lacking a live and emotional connection
Takeaway: The Platinum 3G speakers from Monitor Audio are an achievement in engineering and aesthetic design and are built for easy integration into any home. They presented very good technical performance and compatibility with different amplifier types.
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Monitor Audio is an independently owned hifi brand that has earned multiple Editors Choice awards for their Silver Series speakers, which feature proprietary driver designs. Their speakers are distinguished by unique technologies like the MPD tweeter and C-CAM drivers, which provide exceptional clarity while resisting distortion and listener fatigue.
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Bowers & Wilkins
HTM81 D4
9500
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Released
2021
The center-channel speaker is arguably the most important in home theater – and the HTM81 D4 has an enviable array of advanced technologies to reinforce that point, including Solid Body tweeter-on-top, a decoupled Continuum™ Cone midrange drive unit and twin 200mm (8-in) Aerofoil™ bass cones.
Bowers & Wilkins pioneered the use of Kevlar fibers in speaker cones and developed the Matrix cabinet design, which significantly reduces cabinet resonance and sound coloration. Their Nautilus speaker, introduced in 1993, features the distinctive Nautilus tube tweeter design that minimizes sound resonance, while their dedicated Steyning Research facility has produced breakthroughs like the Continuum cone for improved audio transparency.
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Product Strengths
- The HTM81 D4 is designed specifically as a center speaker to partner with the 801, sharing the same tweeter and midrange assembly
- A very serious center speaker, with a frequency response of +/- 3dB at 28Hz
Product Considerations
- A large speaker, it takes up considerable space
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The HTM81 D4 is a physical center speaker, preferred by Bowers & Wilkins over in-wall designs for optimal performance when paired with the 801
Takeaway: The HTM81 is a serious center speaker that ensures tonal consistency across the front channels, making movies and music sound great. This center channel is worth considering for the best possible home theater experience.
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Our take on the brand
Bowers & Wilkins pioneered the use of Kevlar fibers in speaker cones and developed the Matrix cabinet design, which significantly reduces cabinet resonance and sound coloration. Their Nautilus speaker, introduced in 1993, features the distinctive Nautilus tube tweeter design that minimizes sound resonance, while their dedicated Steyning Research facility has produced breakthroughs like the Continuum cone for improved audio transparency.
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