[Derko]

So I am interested in doing an upgrade to my sound system. I basically want to go with something better. I currently have:


Onkyo NR-1008

CF-50 towers

CC-10 center

CB-10 surrounds

Rythmic LV12R


This deal HERE has basically caught my eye and I REALLY WANT TO SWITCH! My question to you is... from what my current set up is and where it will be set up (pic of my current set up) . Would you upgrade to either?


The package includes:

2x Martin Logan ESL's

1x Martin Logan Motion 8 center

2x Martin Logan Motion 2 Bookshelves


BUT!!! They also have this deal for the Motion 40s, which I am also very interested in... since it's $300 less.


The package includes:

2x Martin Logan Motion 40s

1x Martin Logan Motion 8 center

2x Martin Logan Motion 2 Bookshelves


I'm guessing my room isn't really set up ideally for any sound set up right now. But going to those ML's seems like such a nice upgrade! Plus I would look into selling my current set up. What do you guys think? Which would give me the biggest bang for my buck and also be better sounding? Those ESLs are so freaking sexy and that alone makes me want to go with them.

 

[Kini62]

I've listened to both the ESL and 40s. They sounded remarkably similar. The 40s had more bass but since you're running a sub it won't make that much difference.


The other speakers in the kits match the 40s better than the ESL. Plus the 40s would be easier to place. Less finicky about placement.

 

[Derko]

That is one of my fears with the overall package though. That I won't be happy with the center and surrounds. They see to be inferior to both my current Energy speakers.

 

[hpde]


The Motion 40s fight way above their weight class and can be used pretty close to the front wall (mine are a little over a foot away and the bass is outstanding--tight and deep). The tweeter is pretty special too, it pretty much has to be, since it has to be able to keep up with ESL panels when used in the center channel speaker. My Motion 40s have passed along the benefits of every upgrade and tweak I have thrown their way. Really hard to beat for the money....