Martin Logan Neolith Electrostatic Floorstanding Speakers (Pair)

Brand: Martin Logan | SKU: NeolithPairBlue | UPC:

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$119,999.98
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Color: Deep Sea Blue Metallic

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Truth in Sound, Embodied
For those who appreciate accuracy and realism in their audio, the electrostatic transducer is the grail. For those who understand this truth in sound, we created a flagship loudspeaker: Neolith. Made-to-order, hand-delivered and professionally installed; in a world of same, Neolith proclaims different. In a world of artifice, Neolith delivers truth in sound.
Electrostatic Truth
MartinLogan didn't invent electrostatic transducer technology. But by eliminating the perceived deficiencies of electrostatic technology, such as poor power handling, lack of bass response and narrow soundstage (beaming), MartinLogan has reinforced the benefit of electrostatic technology: uncanny audio accuracy.
An electrostatic transducer has three components—stators, a diaphragm, and spars (non-conductive spacers that keep the tall assembly stationary)—assembled as a sandwich. The diaphragm is an ultra-light film impregnated with an electrically conductive material and stretched taut between two stators, which are perforated steel sheets coated with an insulator.
When the speaker is operating, the diaphragm is charged with an electrostatic field of fixed positive voltage. The two stators, between which the diaphragm is stretched, are charged with voltages of equal strength but opposite polarity. These charges occur in instantaneously alternating pulses according the signal received from your audio equipment. When the charge on one stator is positive, the charge on the other is negative. Because like charges repel and opposite charges attract, the diaphragm's constantly positive charge will force it to move forward or backward depending on the stator charges. With this movement, an electrostatic transducer translates an electrical audio signal into the diaphragm motion that produces sound waves in your room.
MartinLogan's groundbreaking Curvilinear Line Source (CLS) electrostatic panel design is an elegant solution to the impression of sound "beaming" from an electrostatic panel. MartinLogan CLS electrostatic panels feature a gentle horizontal curve. This ingeniously simple innovation radically changes the speaker's dispersion pattern, radiating a wide, enveloping soundstage, packed with detail; truly unlike any other loudspeaker experience.
Another key attribute of an electrostatic speaker is its dipolar radiation pattern. A true dipole transducer radiates with equal intensity from the front and back of its diaphragm, with the outputs in opposite phase. As a result, sound waves rippling out toward the sides meet at the speaker's edge and cancel, minimizing side-wall reflections with short relative arrival times. This reduction in side-output minimizes interfering side-wall reflections, which can muddy the image. It frees the dipole radiation pattern to produce a generous amount of ambience-enriching late-arriving reflections off the wall behind your loudspeakers. At the same time, electrostatic panels maintain relatively limited vertical dispersion, which minimizes undesirable floor and ceiling reflections.
Neolith is the apogee of electrostatic performance, combining these innovations in a new design. By delivering an undiluted soundstage with excellent separation, Neolith brings your music and movie soundtracks to startlingly accurate, 3-dimensional life.

Brand Martin Logan
Model Neolith
Speaker Type Electrostatic
Enclosure Type Rear Ported
Tweeter Type Electrostatic Transducer
Tweeter Size (inches) 48 x 22
Midrange Size (inches) 12
Woofer Aluminum
Woofer Size (inches) 15
Bi-Amp Terminal Yes
Power Range (watts) 20-1300
Frequency Response (Hz) 23-22,000
Speaker Sensitivity (dB) 90
Speaker Impedance (ohms) 4
Available Finishes Rosso Fuoco, Cordoba Red, Deep Sea Blue, Basalt Black, Arctic Silver, Desert Silver, Meteor Grey
Cabinet Finish Phenolic Resin Polymer
Internal Powered Subwoofer No
Weight (lbs) 385
Dimensions (H x W x D in inches) 74.8" x 30.3" x 34.2"
Warranty 5 Years

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Brand
Martin Logan
Dali
Burmester
Focal
Monitor Audio
Speaker Type
Electrostatic
3-Way Speaker
3-Way Speaker
4-Way Speaker
3-Way Speaker
Tweeter Type
Electrostatic Transducer
Soft-Dome, Planar
2x AMT
Beryllium Inverted Dome
MPD III Ribbon
Tweeter Size (Inches)
48 x 22
1.38 Dome, .39 x 2.17 Planar
1
Midrange Size (Inches)
12
7
7.1
6.5
2
Woofer Size (Inches)
15
11.5
12.6
16
8
Power Range (Watts)
20-1300
50-1,500
Up to 400
50-1,500
200-1,600
Frequency Response (Hz)
23-22,000
26-34,000
34-20,000
18-40,000
18-60,000
Speaker Sensitivity (dB)
90
88
88.5
94
86
Speaker Impedance (ohms)
4
4
3
8
4
Dimensions (HxWxD)
74.8" x 30.3" x 34.2"
66" × 17.6" × 23.3"
56.4" x 12.2" x 23.7"
79.81" x 25.75" x 34.62"
54 13/16" x 19 3/4" x 20 1/2"
Weight (lbs)
385
326
396.8
584
235
Cabinet Type
Rear Ported
Rear Ported
Bass Reflex
Bass Reflex
Bass Reflex
Rear Ported
Rear Ported
Rear Ported
Bass Reflex
Bass Reflex
Bass Reflex
Rosso Fuoco, Cordoba Red, Deep Sea Blue, Basalt Black, Arctic Silver, Desert Silver, Meteor Grey
Rosso Fuoco, Cordoba Red, Deep Sea Blue, Basalt Black, Arctic Silver, Desert Silver, Meteor Grey
Ammara Ebony
Metallic, Exotic Wood, Leather, Custom Paint
Carrara White, Black High Gloss, Metallic Blue, British Racing Green, Ash Grey, Natural Walnut, Dark Walnut
Matte Heritage Green, Matte Black, Pure Satin White
Internal Powered Subwoofer
No
No
No
No
Cabinet Finish
Phenolic Resin Polymer
MDF/Wood Veneer
Solid Aluminum Frame, MDF, and Steel
Aluminum/MDF/Lacquer, Aluminum/MDF/Wood Veneer
Acrylic Stone/Lacquer
BI-Amp Terminal
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Warranty
5 Years
5 Years
5 Years
5 Years
5 Years
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Great speakers For my needs. Wanted a nice full sound floor standing speaker that wasn’t harsh. Using them just for music in our fireplace room not for home theater. Not a complaint at all on their lack of lower end frequencies, I pretty much knew when I ordered them I’d be adding a sub to the mix to fill in where they leave off. Now to pick the sub 😅😂

Fast shipping and products arrived perfectly. Thank you for a good experience

The delivery was quick and the unit arrived earlier Then expected because I live on the west coast.
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I'm glad I made the choice to purchase this amplifier! I couldn't be happier and the sound is quite captivating.

I just came back from visiting my big brother out of state who has a system in the mid 5 figure mark. When I came back I was inspired to upgrade but decided to wait. But then my Sub stopped working. I saw these on sale and thought “Is it meant to be?” Of course it was. I have these paired with a NAD T-778 streaming Qobuz. So far I am really enjoying these. I am hearing old songs as if they are new again. I have been listening to music more than ever. Bass is solid and highs are crisp. A truly immersive speaker. While I wouldn’t dare say they are as good as my big brother’s setup, they are close enough to put a smile on my face. I think they are a solid option for the price range. I am very satisfied and they are still breaking in.

Absolute game changer! Love the device - terrific sound quality, intuitive interface and beautiful design!

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My amplifier arrived safely and has functioned wonderfully without issue. Thank you!

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Really good service and extremely fast shipping. Also good price on receiver.

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Marantz PM7000N Integrated Stereo Amplifier with HEOS Built-in
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Amazing sound. Perfectly pairs with the components I have. Vinyl has never sounded better.

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