MartinLogan - Motion XT F200 3-Way Floorstanding Speaker with 6.5” Midrange and Triple 8” Bass Drivers (Each) - Walnut

If you are reading this, you most likely already own a pair of Martin Logan’s either entry level or mid range tower/book shelf speakers and you are considering going deep into the audiophile world. And that’s ok so long as you know what you are getting into beforehand. Because this game can get expensive very quickly. But if you love music and movies then you know it’s worth it for your happiness. I personally love music so much that I listen to it every night when I lay down for the night. I also love the watching movies and tv shows in my bedroom with my wife and kids. I have a large master bedroom and while these speakers are very very large, they fit almost perfectly sitting next to my 75 inch tv. Tho I recommend an 85 inch if you care about proportions(look of tv/speaker set-up). These F200s are visually appealing and high end looking. If you like a dark piano finish then these will fit the bill. Me personally I like them a lot but I have 2 younger children and worry about them getting scratched up easily and also fingerprints and dust will show easily. So keep that in mind. They are also very heavy which shows the quality materials and weight of the drivers but man you will need 2 strong people to lift them and/or move them. They were shipped VIA a freight company and arrived in a pair on a small pallet. I was surprised to say the least. Sound is the main selling point to most but I wanted to mention those previousl comments to help you with this purchase. I have these speakers paired to a Sonos amp rated @ 250watts at 4ohms or 125x2. this is plenty of solid and stable power for anyone. Tho a nice tube amp would be ideal in A perfect world. Martin Logan definitely has their own signature sound and imo I would say it’s a great sounding signature. With deep accurate bass and very rich and solid mid range with a crisp higher end range. I love the mid range and bass 100% the highs are sometimes a bit too high and too sharp for me with certain songs. But that is how a lot of martinlogans sound from my experience. And many love that sound. That’s perfectly fine. I notice while playing music like rock or metal or the like can be a bit harsh for my ears. And less enjoyable. But while playing acoustic music, soul music, R&B, jazz and some hip hop/rap, these will sound beautiful and clean at almost any volume. Bass is perfectly matched with the mid bass driver and tweeter. I’d even argue that the 3 8 inch drivers sound better than my standalone 8 inch powered subwoofer. But if you have a mid to high end 10-12inch powered subwoofer than the built in 3-8inch woofers won’t compete very well. you don’t absolutely need a sub unless you love bass that much. Overall these towers are almost perfect minus what I have previously mentioned(all ears are different tho). While watching movies these work great when the source is mixed with a great soundtrack. Action movies feel like you are in a small theater even if you only have a 2.1 speaker set up. Speech and actor dialogue comes through clear as well. Well suited for movies which was a surprise because most people buy these for their music rooms. Very happy overall with both movies and music. Speaker feet are very easy to install and adjust. They come with both carpet spikes and tile feet as well and I really appreciate that. My other towers only include the carpet spikes. Martinlogan includes speaker covers too. You will need these if you ever move them To another room or another house. Speaker grills are easy to remove and replace and add a simple touch of style and some protection against someone accidentally damaging the drivers themselves. Great thought and consideration on their part. I definitely recommend if your budget allows and if you have the space to fit them and most importantly, if you have a semi powerful amp with clean power that can handle a 4ohm passive speaker. All in all I am more than happy to own these and I’m sure you will as well.

The Martin Logan Motion XT F200 Speakers are among some of the finest speakers made to date. Everything about the speakers scream high end; from the design all the way down to the sound and performance, the F200’s do not disappoint. Each speaker comes with an accessory box which includes, 4 adjustable feet with 2 different standing options; rubber feet for hard surfaces or pointed for carpet. The metal feet help to stabilize the speakers and let them deliver amazing sound without causing vibration and/ distortion. You can also adjust each individual one to achieve an even elevation with just the turn of the foot, and they’re incredibly functional. The F200’s are big speakers, and they look beautiful. Standing over 4 feet tall and over a foot wide, they definitely leave an impression in your room. The front of the speaker is made of a black matte finish, and on the sides and back of the speaker is a gloss black finish. The speakers have a Gen 2 folded motion tweeter that delivers crystal clear sound along with a Nomex reinforced Kevlar midrange speaker and 3 – 8” aluminum bass drivers. On the bottom of each speaker, there are downward-firing ports for clear and heavy bass. The speakers have the option to both be bridged and include 2 jumper plates on each speaker. The speakers are compatible with 4, 6 or 8ohm output, so I connected them to my Sonos Amp which supplies enough power to each. I have to admit, I am a big fan of Martin Logan speakers, I have always found that they deliver amazing quality sound and performance, and the F200’s are no exception. The new Gen 2 Folded motion tweeter combined with the Kevlar midrange - provides such an amazing level of clarity and detail. When listening to music, each note is perfectly distinguishable, and I’m able to hear every detail like never before. Combined with the triple 8” bass drivers, these speakers are able to deliver such a wide range of sound. The bass is what you would come to expect from Martin Logan, its incredibly powerful, yet super smooth. It’s easy to tell these speakers are finely tuned, the bass doesn’t overpower the music or vocals, it works in perfect harmony. The F200’s perform just as well when watching TV or movies. The clarity of people’s voices sounded so clear, that it sounds like they were standing right in front of me. With the powerful bass, actions scenes came to life, and I was able to feel every explosion. It’s so comforting to know that I can finally start watching movies and shows without having to use the subtitles anymore. Overall, with the new Motion XT F200 speakers Martin Logan has raised the bar for what tower speakers should sound like. These speakers are incredible both inside and out. They have such a wide range of sound from highs to lows. The new Gen 2 Folded motion tweeter combined with the Kevlar midrange makes everything sound so crystal clear and detailed. The triple 8” drivers provide incredibly powerful, yet smooth bass. I highly recommend these to anyone looking for new speakers.

I was very excited to try these out because they look amazing and I wanted to put the sound to the test. They are very modern and sleek looking that even the logo on the front of the speakers completes the premium look. The glossy black finish just completes a modern touch to your media room. You will need two people to help you lift in order to avoid injury and damage to these precious speakers. Keep the size of these speakers in mind for your space. The install is easy enough if you have your wire runs already done. After following the instructions for the break in period, I was able to put these to the test. For reference, I have these to complete a 5.1 setup. The range of sound accuracy and sound clarity makes for beautiful sound to fill your room. Movies like action or drama with intense music pieces makes for great listening pleasure. Music for sure is where these towers shine. Bass sound is crisp enough from the towers alone. Running different sound tests and music found online, my ears are pleased with their detailed accuracy. I only wish to upgrade now to their Martin Logan center speaker to compliment these tower speakers.