The Magico M2s with MSB is a great combo. They had it at the 2020 Florida Audio Expo.
I enjoy my Magico A3s a lot! But I also enjoy the sound of Wilson's (a local friend has a well-tuned system with Alexias) and a few other speakers as well.
"If" I decide to upgrade at this time, it will either be to a Magico S7, M2, M3 or Wilson Sasha DAW or Alexia Series 2. I enjoy things about both speaker companies. And they each have GREAT sounding options to choose from. As best I can, I'm studying both the construction and of course the sound of each speaker. System synergy with Pass Labs is also important for me, etc. And it will be a long process ...
While I hesitate to call any speaker "revolutionary" I look forward to one of the above revolutionizing (i.e. upgrading) my system in the future.
I went from A3's to S3 MkIIs after hearing the two at my dealers, not side by side but one set replacing the other. The S3s are in a different league entirely. It's not even close. And the S3s work beautifully in my room which isn't large--14 x19 feet.I'm enjoying our A3's a lot as well. I've upgraded my amp since buying them, and because I bought them at the release price I'm sure I would not take a loss selling / trading them. Because our room is somewhat small, and I really don't want a subwoofer in the room, the options seem M2 and S3 Mk2. Would you consider S3 Mk2 after the A3's?
Thanks - helpful! I've been pretty impressed with the bass output of the A3's (coming from Devore Nines, which lacked bass output and over the years got just too "shouty" in the midrange for me). I'd assume at least that much 'pure bass' output from the S3Mk2's (??)I went from A3's to S3 MkIIs after hearing the two at my dealers, not side by side but one set replacing the other. The S3s are in a different league entirely. It's not even close. And the S3s work beautifully in my room which isn't large--14 x19 feet.
Probably a little more bass with the S3s, certainly better controlled.Thanks - helpful! I've been pretty impressed with the bass output of the A3's (coming from Devore Nines, which lacked bass output and over the years got just too "shouty" in the midrange for me). I'd assume at least that much 'pure bass' output from the S3Mk2's (??)
Before you buy an M2/M3, I think you should give the S3 2023s a listen.Fellow audio enhtusiasts,
I hope this message finds you in good health & great spirits. Pls allow me this indulgence. I'm a long time Wilson Audio owner. I've enjoyed three Watt/Puppy iterations, culminating with the Sasha I'd. But Ive been strongly considering changing camps. And no, I don't have endless reserves of recreational cash to plop down on whatsoever speaker is the current hottest SOTA. However, based on extensive research, I'm considering the M2 or a second hand M3. Can anyone help with advice? Thank you in advance...
Costs less and better bass than the M2. Much more manageable weight than the M3. Reportedly approaches the refinement of the M series (dealer and Magico factory rep). You might want to read Robert Harley's TAS review (I think RH is nominally TAS's Wilson guy, not a Magico fanboy). Terrific speakers (I've owned for about six months). Multiple colors/finishes to choose from. Unless you are in love with the M2/M3 appearance, I'd be looking at the new S3/S5 depending on your room size.Hmmm…. Is that right? Why so?
Wow!!! Strong recommendation for the S3/S5's. Thank you ever so kindly...Costs less and better bass than the M2. Much more manageable weight than the M3. Reportedly approaches the refinement of the M series (dealer and Magico factory rep). You might want to read Robert Harley's TAS review (I think RH is nominally TAS's Wilson guy, not a Magico fanboy). Terrific speakers (I've owned for about six months). Multiple colors/finishes to choose from. Unless you are in love with the M2/M3 appearance, I'd be looking at the new S3/S5 depending on your room size.