MartinLogan Variable Aperture Speaker and Subwoofer - Full-Range Audio. Minimalist Footprint

When it comes to architectural audio, interior designers and audiophiles have historically been forced to choose between stunning acoustics and clean room aesthetics. Huge speaker grilles and bulky in-wall subwoofers might sound phenomenal, but they disrupt smooth drywall lines and lighting grids.

We at Safe and Sound are thrilled to announce that MartinLogan has officially solved this dilemma. The all-new MartinLogan Variable Aperture System (VAS) Speaker and Variable Aperture Subwoofer have arrived, delivering concert-quality, full-range audio through small ceiling openings that match standard recessed lighting.

MartinLogan Variable Aperture Full-Range Speaker

Price: $1,499.99 each

Best Suited For: Discrete, high-performance distributed audio across living rooms, kitchens, luxury suites, or home theaters where high-fidelity sound is wanted with zero visual clutter.

Key Features & Specs:

• Small Opening, Massive Soundstage: A specialized 2-inch wide-bandwidth aluminum driver handles critical mid-range and high frequencies with exceptional vocal realism and a wide 100-degree dispersion cone.

• Vibration-Free Force-Canceling Bass: Low frequencies (down to 40 Hz) are handled by dual 5.5-inch aluminum woofers mounted in an opposing, balanced configuration. Mechanical vibrations cancel at the source, preventing drywall rattles.

• 38 Configurable Aesthetic Options: Each speaker supports 3-inch, 3.5-inch, or 4-inch aperture sizes. Every box includes round and square options in Seamless Mud-In, Minimalist, and Wide trim styles.

• Field-Adjustable Port Offset: The internal port tube can be shifted Left, Center, or Right on the fly to bypass HVAC runs or floor joists while keeping your ceiling grille perfectly aligned with LED downlights.

MartinLogan Variable Aperture Subwoofer

Price: $1,499.99 each

Best Suited For: Deep-bass authority in dedicated listening environments, home media rooms, or open-concept living spaces where floor-standing subwoofers are unwanted or impractical.

Key Features & Specs:

• Dedicated Bass Engineering: MartinLogan removed the midrange driver and upgraded the dual 5.5-inch force-canceling woofers with heavy-duty motor structures and specialized voice coils. This dedicated bass engine reaches down to 32 Hz with impact.

• Visual Symmetry or Stealth Vent Mode: Matches the exact aperture dimensions of the VAS Speaker so your ceiling plan stays uniform. Alternatively, use the optional Vent Style Trim to disguise the subwoofer entirely as an architectural air vent.

• High-Power Handling: Handles up to 250W recommended amplifier power while keeping structural drywall completely quiet.

Why Pair Them Together?

While a single VAS Speaker offers surprising low-end extension on its own, pairing it with the VAS Subwoofer creates an uncompromising full-range stealth sound system. They are fully optimized to run on MartinLogan's DSP-enabled power ecosystem (like the MP500 V2, MDA8, or MDA16 amplifiers) or any standard high-performance 8-ohm amplifier setup.

Key Features and Specifications

Experience MartinLogan at Safe and Sound

Ready to bring true high-end sound into your home without compromising your ceiling design? The MartinLogan Variable Aperture System is available now at Safe and Sound.

Contact our audio specialists today to discuss system design, amplifier pairings, or installation planning for your upcoming project!