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Product Strengths
- Unique and revolutionarily designed loudspeakers
- The planar magnetic driver has a huge surface area, dissipates heat at an unthinkable rate, and is almost impossible to damage or blow—even with the most powerful amplifiers
- The planar magnetic panel is ultra-light, making it far more responsive than traditional dome tweeters for amazing clarity, dynamics, as well as efficiency
- The in-walls do things conventional driver-based speakers simply can't
- Eliminating reflections from the ceiling and floor make for a much larger sweet spot
Product Considerations
- Complicated to install and setup
- Installed into the walls of a room, moving brings up issues
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Paradigm SIG-LCR 5: Paradigm also makes a reference in-wall in their SIG-LCR 5, but none of these are line sources
Takeaway: The Wisdom Audio Sage series is a revolutionary loudspeaker system that rivals or surpasses any of the finest conventional speakers on the planet and can be completely hidden from view. To hear a world-class speaker system, be it two channel or multi-channel, one needs to hear a complete Sage Series demo.
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An excellent review of a great product
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An excellent review of a great product
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3/1/2022
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Features
Specifications
- Frequency Response: 30Hz – 20kHz ± 2dB relative to the target curve
- Impedance Response, 30° Off Central Axis: 30Hz – 18kHz ± 2dB relative to the target curve
- Impedance, Planar Section: 3 ohms
- Impedance, Woofer Section: 6 ohms
- Sensitivity, Planar Section: 96 dB / 2.83 V / 1m
- Sensitivity, Woofer Section: 96 dB / 2.83 V / 1m
- Power Handling, Peak: >1000w
- Shipping Weight, Bass Section: 90 lbs. (41 kg)
- Shipping Weight, Planar Section: 53 lbs. (24 kg)
- (PMD Column) Dimensions HxWxD: 76.54" x 8.22" x 3.8" (194.1cm x 20.5cm x 9.6cm)
- (Bass Column) Dimensions HxWxD: 76.54" x 8.22" x 3.8" (194.1cm x 20.5cm x 9.6cm)
Description
The L150i is our premier expression of the core technology and strengths of the Sage Series, designed for those customers that demand the highest level of sonic refinement and performance available in an architectural speaker. It combines our state-of-the-art planar transducer elements in a way that takes full advantage of their inherent performance benefits. It offers a no-compromise solution for customers that require a high-end audiophile loudspeaker that fully integrates into their home.
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Insight Series P2i
- Positioning: Entry-level line, designed for compactness and affordability.
- Description: Offers excellent sound quality with its planar magnetic driver and dual woofers, providing high-resolution sound and dynamic range. It is ideal for small rooms or budget-conscious buyers who want a compact in-wall or in-ceiling speaker without sacrificing performance. Compared to other products in the lineup, it offers a more affordable option with custom mounting flexibility.
Sage Series C20i
- Positioning: High-end in-wall speaker for audiophiles seeking superior sound quality.
- Description: Features a large planar magnetic driver and robust woofers, delivering high-resolution sound and dynamic range in a slim design. It is perfect for home theaters or media rooms where high sonic refinement is desired. Compared to the Insight Series, it offers enhanced bass performance and a more sophisticated design.
Sage Cinema Point 2 V2
- Positioning: Versatile speaker for immersive audio installations.
- Description: Features a rotatable planar magnetic driver, allowing flexible installation for various audio formats like Dolby Atmos. It is ideal for users who need a versatile speaker for immersive audio setups without requiring additional DSP or PEQ. Compared to the Sage Series C20i, it offers more installation flexibility.
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Founding Year
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Wisdom Audio specializes in planar magnetic drivers and line source speaker technology, which provides consistent sound coverage throughout a room and minimizes sound distortion compared to traditional point source speakers. Their speakers are designed to be integrated into walls or ceilings without compromising sound quality.
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Martin Logan
Statement 40XW
24999
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Released
2019
Forty drivers. Seven feet tall with a 52-inch stack of thin-film tweeters. It's the flagship of the Masterpiece CI Series. The Statement 40XW is an enormous, self-contained in-wall loudspeaker system using a super-efficient line-source design to deliver a massive dynamic attack in even the largest listening areas. And it's virtually invisible, taking up no floor space at all. Statement 40XW is an audio experience like no other—only from MartinLogan.
Martin Logan is one of the most established names in high-end audio, best known as a pioneer of electrostatic panel speakers. Electrostatics offer a unique, tactile transient response that many audiophiles find addictive—once people hear them, they often become lifelong fans. In some ways, these speakers are comparable to Magnepan’s dipole designs. However, Martin Logan also offers more traditional cone-driver speakers, providing something for a range of tastes and setups.
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Product Strengths
- Designed for customers looking for large floor-standing sound without the space, offering no compromises in performance
- Features a line array of 40 drivers (8 bass, 16 midrange, 16 tweeters) for dynamic impact and sound projection in large spaces
- High-efficiency design delivers 95dB @ 2.83 volts/meter
- The speakers deliver a wall of music and movie effects
Product Considerations
- Traditionally intended for use in a home theater application or a two-channel system with external subwoofers
- Requires a specific wall cavity for in-wall installation
- Installation can be complex, requiring professional assistance
- A speaker with eight 6.5-inch woofers (equivalent to a pair of 13-inch woofers in each cabinet) per speaker might not need a subwoofer
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to Neolith, the Statement 40XW offers a similar flagship sound in a footprint hidden in the wall
- The Renaissance is the closest to the Neolith, but that's a traditional floor standard
Takeaway: The Martin Logan Statement 40XW in-wall loudspeakers deliver exceptional sound quality and dynamics, making them suitable for audiophiles who desire high-end performance without sacrificing space. It is a no-compromise speaker for the audiophile who loves music and movies but has no space for traditional speakers.
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Our take on the brand
Martin Logan is one of the most established names in high-end audio, best known as a pioneer of electrostatic panel speakers. Electrostatics offer a unique, tactile transient response that many audiophiles find addictive—once people hear them, they often become lifelong fans. In some ways, these speakers are comparable to Magnepan’s dipole designs. However, Martin Logan also offers more traditional cone-driver speakers, providing something for a range of tastes and setups.
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