"Nicholas Currie Schmuck" wrote in message
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Hi, I have a chance to purchase a set of ~20 year old Magneplanar MGIIBs
that are in good condition. What is a fair price for these
speakers? Does anyone have any experience with these speakers - are they
good? The reviews of the current day speakers are very good, but I havent
found anything about MGIIBs - thanks!

They are fine speakers, with a lucid midrange. They are not as extended or
neutral or airy on top as current models. They are fully "planar" and have
no ribbon tweeter. They produce bass effectively down to about 50hz. Like
all Maggies, placement is important. The pair I had was driven solid state
at the time and could deliver 3d magical imaging when set up toed in about
30deg and set apart about eight feet, about two feet from the rear wall.
The demand to be played moderately loud to loud to sound their best, and are
best for jazz, instrumental/vocal, and chamber music.

Hope this helps.

Harry