Magico M9 Floorstanding Loudspeakers

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Magico M9: A New Reference for Full-Range Loudspeaker Design The Magico M9 floorstanding loudspeakers represent the most ambitious expression of Magico’s approach to enclosure cons truction, driver engineering and full-range music reproduction. This four-way, six-driver loudspeaker system combines an immense carbon-fiber enclosure, eighth-generation Nano-Tec drivers and the purpose-built Magico MXO active analog crossover. Capable of reproducing frequencies from 18 Hz to 50 kHz, the M9 is engineered to deliver the scale and physical impact of a live performance while preserving the fine spatial, tonal and dynamic information contained within a recording. Its imposing size is accompanied by an unusually low level of cabinet coloration, allowing the loudspeakers to create a soundstage that appears independent of the enclosures themselves. The Magico M9 is intended for carefully designed reference listening rooms and requires a correspondingly capable amplification system. A pair must be driven by two stereo amplifiers or four monaural amplifiers through the supplied MXO crossover. Magico M9 Loudspeaker Highlights Four-way, six-driver floorstanding loudspeaker system Frequency response extending from 18 Hz to 50 kHz 94 dB sensitivity and 4-ohm nominal impedance Carbon-fiber enclosure with an aluminum honeycomb core Diamond-coated 28 mm beryllium-dome tweeter Eighth-generation Magico Nano-Tec midrange and bass drivers Dual 15-inch bass drivers with ±15 mm linear excursion Supplied Magico MXO active analog crossover 120 Hz Linkwitz-Riley crossover with 24 dB-per-octave slopes Power handling rated from 20 to 2,000 watts Sealed-enclosure design for controlled, articulate low-frequency reproduction Carbon Fiber and Aluminum Honeycomb Enclosure A loudspeaker cabinet should provide a rigid foundation for its drivers without storing and releasing energy of its own. To accomplish this, the Magico M9 uses an enclosure structure composed of inner and outer carbon-fiber skins surrounding an aluminum honeycomb core. This aerospace-inspired construction produces tremendous structural stiffness while reducing unnecessary mass within the enclosure panels. Constrained-layer damping, internal carbon-fiber bracing, front-to-back tensioning rods and a machined 6061-T6 aircraft-aluminum front baffle further suppress cabinet movement. Magico used Finite Element Analysis and laser-based vibration measurement to refine the enclosure’s organic shape. The smoothly curved profile and carefully machined baffle reduce edge diffraction, helping the drivers project a continuous and precisely focused soundfield. Gen 8 Magico Nano-Tec Drivers Every cone driver in the M9 uses Magico’s eighth-generation Nano-Tec construction. Each diaphragm places an aluminum honeycomb core between graphene-infused carbon-fiber skins, creating an exceptionally rigid yet lightweight structure. Increased cone rigidity helps the drivers operate more like ideal pistons, reducing the bending and deformation that can introduce coloration, blur transient details and obscure low-level information. Oversized neodymium motor systems and underhung voice coils provide precise control throughout each driver’s operating range. Diamond-Coated Beryllium Tweeter High frequencies are reproduced by a 1.1-inch, or 28 mm, beryllium-dome tweeter strengthened with a diamond coating applied through chemical vapor deposition. Combining the low mass of beryllium with the added rigidity of diamond allows the tweeter to reproduce delicate harmonic and spatial information while remaining composed during demanding musical peaks. Six-Inch Nano-Tec Midrange A dedicated six-inch Nano-Tec midrange driver handles the portion of the audible spectrum where much of the character of voices and acoustic instruments resides. Its oversized three-inch titanium voice coil and high-energy magnetic circuit are designed to maintain linear output at extremely high sound-pressure levels. Dual 11-Inch Midbass Drivers Two 11-inch Nano-Tec drivers provide speed, weight and dynamic authority through the upper-bass and midbass regions. Each uses a four-inch titanium voice coil and dual neodymium magnets to maintain control over cone movement during complex and large-scale musical passages. Dual 15-Inch Bass Drivers The lowest frequencies are reproduced by two 15-inch Nano-Tec woofers. Each woofer employs a five-inch voice coil, a 36 mm air gap and up to ±15 mm of linear excursion. This gives the Magico M9 the ability to generate deep, physically convincing bass without relying on a port or emphasizing a narrow portion of the low-frequency spectrum. Magico MXO Active Analog Crossover The supplied Magico MXO crossover manages the transition between the M9’s 15-inch bass drivers and 11-inch midbass drivers at 120 Hz. Performing this transition at line level avoids the extremely large passive components that would otherwise be required at such a low crossover frequency. The MXO uses a fully balanced, discrete analog circuit with fourth-order Linkwitz-Riley filters and 24 dB-per-octave slopes. Precision step attenuators allow output adjustment in 0.5 dB increments, helping the system integrate with different amplifiers and listening environments. A separate power-supply chassis regenerates and regulates power for the crossover circuitry. The tweeter, midrange and midbass transitions are handled by an internal three-way passive network using Magico’s Elliptical Symmetry Crossover design. Amplification requirement: A stereo pair of Magico M9 speakers requires two stereo power amplifiers, four monaural power amplifiers, or one stereo amplifier and two monoblocks. Amplifier selection and gain matching should be planned as part of the complete system design. Designed for a Complete Reference Audio System At 80 inches tall and approximately 1,000 pounds per loudspeaker, the Magico M9 requires considerably more planning than a conventional pair of floorstanding speakers. Room dimensions, floor structure, electrical service, amplification, equipment placement and delivery access should all be evaluated before installation. Properly implemented, the M9 is capable of effortless dynamic scale, deep bass extension and exceptionally precise spatial reproduction. Its combination of sensitivity, power handling and extraordinarily low mechanical coloration allows it to reproduce both intimate recordings and large orchestral crescendos without imposing an obvious sonic character of its own. Magico M9 Specifications Design Four-way, six-driver, semi-active floorstanding loudspeaker Enclosure Sealed carbon-fiber and aluminum-honeycomb enclosure Tweeter One 1.1-inch diamond-coated beryllium-dome tweeter Midrange One 6-inch Gen 8 Magico Nano-Tec driver Midbass Drivers Two 11-inch Gen 8 Magico Nano-Tec drivers Bass Drivers Two 15-inch Gen 8 Magico Nano-Tec drivers Frequency Response 18 Hz–50 kHz Sensitivity 94 dB Impedance 4 ohms Power Handling 20–2,000 watts Active Crossover Supplied Magico MXO with external power supply MXO Crossover Frequency 120 Hz Loudspeaker Dimensions 80" H × 40" D × 29" W 203 × 102 × 74 cm Loudspeaker Weight 1,000 lbs. each / 454 kg each MXO Dimensions 8" H × 18" D × 20" W 20 × 46 × 51 cm MXO Weight 40 lbs. / 18 kg MXO Power-Supply Weight 60 lbs. / 27 kg Magico M9 Price and Availability The Magico M9 was originally introduced with a suggested U.S. retail price of $750,000 per pair. Current pricing, finishes, production schedules and installation requirements should be confirmed before ordering. This product may be subject to availability and manufacturer restrictions. Contact Audio Exchange for current information, system-planning assistance or to discuss a private consultation at our Richmond, Virginia showroom. Frequently Asked Questions Does the Magico M9 include the MXO crossover? Yes. The Magico MXO active analog crossover and its separate regulated power supply are included as essential parts of the M9 loudspeaker system. Can the Magico M9 be powered by one stereo amplifier? No. The M9 is designed for active bi-amplification. A pair requires two stereo amplifiers, four monoblocks, or a combination of one stereo amplifier and two monoblocks. How much does each Magico M9 speaker weigh? Each loudspeaker weighs approximately 1,000 pounds. Specialized delivery, assembly and professional installation are required. Does the Magico M9 need a subwoofer? With dual 15-inch woofers and a specified low-frequency response extending to 18 Hz, the M9 is designed as a true full-range loudspeaker. Additional subwoofers may still be used as part of an advanced room-mode-management system, but they are not required simply to provide deep bass extension. Where can I purchase the Magico M9? Contact Audio Exchange to discuss current Magico M9 pricing, availability, amplification, delivery and installation considerations. Show more