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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 57 reviews

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Customers are pleased with the Motion 3-1/2" 50-Watt Passive 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker for its sound quality. They appreciate the clear and good quality sound it provides. Some customers also highlighted the great tweeters and the perfect combination of size, price, and performance.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Atmos height Speakers

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’m running these for my front and rear Atmos height speakers, love the sound these produce, especially the folded motion tweeters(very clear without being harsh) Great price per performance!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Atmos Speakers

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Basically my same review of the 4i's. I bought these for ceiling Atmos durround speakers. I was a little worried I wouldn't like them as I found a pretty negative review online. These definitely don't sound as good as my Motion 60i's but because these are really for special effects noises they are perfect. They definitely need to be crossed over at 80hz and you have to have a subwoofer with them. They also have a 1/4x20 lug in them as they are designed to be wall mounted. Worked perfect for our needs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Size, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great surround speakers

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use these as my two rear speakers in an Atmos setup. They provide great sound and have allowed me to hear parts of movies and shows that I was missing previously with my old speakers. They are a perfect combination of size, price and performance. I will continue to buy only MartinLogan speakers in the future.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sound great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These speakers are easy to install, look and sound great. Very good for surrounds or surround rears. Highly recommend them.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Excellent choice for rear channel

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have these installed as rear channels in a 5.1.2 setup using a Marantz SR5013 receiver. For rear effects they produce a great soundstage and compliment the 4i’s extremely well. I wouldn’t recommend them for main channel’s as their limited dynamic range would have a hard time keeping up with more aggressive soundtracks like action movies or anything with heavy mid range.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good for the money if on sale

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I believe Martin Logan refers to this speaker as a Motion 2 i . I bought a pair as rear speakers to convert my audio system to 5.1 . I needed to place the speakers on a five inch wide ledge just in back of my listening area. These can be placed either standing or on their side if placed above the listening area. They delivered very good results as rear speakers connected to my Marantz receiver via a Rocketfish transmitter and receiver located in the rear of my den. I have to think that results would have been even better if the rear speakers were speaker wire connected directly to the Marantz receiver. But unfortunately not an option. After an initial break in period of a few days they still deliver noticeable surround sound effects especially during movies and are quite acceptable too for hearing music. I highly recommend the ML Motion 2i as rear speakers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great little speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I really like the sound of Martin Logan speakers, so was excited to find these speakers with a good price on Deal of the Day. I received both speakers. Sound is good. The only hesitation I have is that one speaker is louder than the other. I tried switching speaker wires, and the same not as loud speaker is still not as loud, despite feed being delivered from a different channel. I don't yet know if this is something that is adjstable. Otherwise, I am very pleased with the purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Always interested in quality items....

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love the sound from these speakers. Great quality

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Martin logan speakers

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It gives clear and good quality sound compared to my previous home theater speakers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Powerful Sound

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Magnolia guy at the store demonstrated these for me. They sounded so good and are not small, so very convenient if need bookshelf speakers. Got them on sale so I'm not sure I would pay full price for these. Great quality and sound.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Looking, Better Sounding

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Unfamiliar with the brand until recommended by a Best Buy associate and listening to them in the Magnolia Home Theater area. Was looking for some simple shelf speakers to augment current ones. The quality in range of sound and style made it easier to spend double than intended. The speakers really capture all ranges, especially those at the higher end of the spectrum, making the vocals more enjoyable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good midrange, great highs, no bass

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Small but handsome speakers. Best used for a desktop computer or as rear speakers for a home theater system. While their sound can fill a large room, they're not meant for loud delivery.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MartinLogan bookcase speakers.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great sound and small but great power ! I am extremely pleased.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Speakers

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quality product, sounds great and easy to hook up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Small but mighty

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These speakers sound great for their size. I wanted something small but able to fill a room. I found that in these speakers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great speakers

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    sounds great Used them as front precense speakers in my 7.1 system

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Completes the system!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These have really great soumd and wont break the budget. Our system consists of a Definitive sound bar, definitive Subwoofer, Martin Logan 1000 Subwoofer and a pair of these Martin Logan bookshelf speakers mounted on stands. To drive the system, we have a Pioneer Eliite VSX-45 A/V receiver and a 60" Pioneer Elite TV.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great bookshelf speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was looking into getting a home theater surround sound for our basement these were recommended in store from a magnolia staff member and the quality and sound is perfect for what I was looking for. Great price

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Martin Logan

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great sound quality. Easy to connect to television and receiver

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Book Shelf Speaker!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These are so much better than Polk and Bose. Amazing home theater experience if you add these to the mix! Highly recommended.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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