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MartinLogan ElectroMotion ESL

MSRP: $1995
Shipdate: 4/1/2011

Electrostatic speakers have historically been limited to audiophiles and individuals willing to invest significantly in a pair of speakers. The new ElectroMotion ESLs (EM-ESL) continue a MartinLogan legacy of offering the precise, enveloping sound of electrostats for the best price in the industry. One of MartinLogan’s original breakthroughs, CLS™ (Curvilinear Line Source) technology, has been an essential ingredient of every electrostatic loudspeaker we’ve produced—and the ElectroMotion ESL is no exception. Proprietary manufacturing methods enable construction of electrostatic panels as cylindrical sections. Their gentle horizontal curvature solves the problem of obtaining good high-frequency dispersion from a large radiating surface without compromising overall sound quality or reliability. EM-ESL’s XStat MicroPerf electrostatic panel is housed within a radical aluminum and composite AirFrame™ similar to those found on MartinLogan’s flagship products. AirFrame technology rigidifies the electrostatic panel without obstructing playable surface area or interfering with ambience enriching dipole sound radiation. The EM-ESL also features an 8-inch high-excursion, doped fiber cone woofer custom designed by MartinLogan’s in-house design and engineering team. Rigid and light-weight, the custom woofer’s diaphragm eliminates cone flexure and maximizes response time. Proprietary Vojtko™ filtering technology seamlessly blends audio output from the high- and mid-frequency electrostatic panel to the low-frequency woofer.

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Features

o Compared to its predecessor, the acclaimed Aerius, EM-ESL boasts 40 percent more radiating surface (129 sq. inches) in its re-vamped electrostatic panel and a sensitivity of 91dB into 6 Ohms o Compact cabinet eliminates cabinet/panel overlap and improves sound radiating surface while eliminating back wave absorbing common in other compact electrostatic models. Redesign of AirFrame housing the electrostatic transducer also optimizes performance while reducing manufacturing costs, enhancing value. o CLS™ (Curvilinear Line Source) technology solves problem of obtaining superior high-frequency dispersion from large radiating surface without compromising sound quality or reliability.

Integrator Benefit

Electrostatic speaker enthusiasts are loyal, having grown accustomed to the unique sound of the transducer (speaker panel). While many models sell for $5,000 and up, MartinLogan is committed to offering this high-demand technology at an accessible price. By hitting a lower price point, MartinLogan is giving more consumers access to audiophile grade sound in their homes, which brings fresh faces to integrators. Electrostatic performance has seen drastic improvements since the Aerius of the 90’s with a bigger panel, more advanced electronics and better build quality/materials. Despite inflation and increased overhead costs, MartinLogan is setting a benchmark for electrostatic speaker value.

Promotional Description

Assembled in North America, the ElectroMotion ESL floorstanding loudspeaker features the most affordable full-size XStat™ electrostatic transducer ever designed. With radical design and technological upgrades from the first iteration Aerius, MartinLogan is opening up new markets and opportunities for MartinLogan dealers.

MartinLogan

2101 Delaware St.
Lawrence, KS 66046
US
Tel: (785) 749-0133
www.martinlogan.com