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To save you a bit of time I am directing you to the URL for my review of the Illusion ESL 34A. Spoiler Alert: it is simply that best center channel that I have heard and is a perfect match for the larger ML Panels. https://www.theaterbyte.com/category/hardware-gear-electronics/speakers-hardware

You did not specify your R and L speakers. This is important when picking a center channel because you want to have as seamless transition as possible when the sound shifts from center (where most of it is in videodiscs) to either side. The properties of ESL and Folded motion tweeters are close...

Thanks for the update. Guess I will have to just wait a month to find out.

Anyone heard about a new top of the line center channel speaker by M-L?

Sandeep, A couple of points to consider in set up. 1. The Montis crosses over to its powered woofer at 345 hz. Its set up can be optimized with your Marantz SR 7009 in the speaker set up menu. Theoretically you would want to be sure that it is set up as a full range speaker since the Paradigm...

Hi Folks, For purposes of being able to review new Blu-ray film and audio releases in 7.1 channel format (Dolby Atmos defaults to TrueHD 7.1) , I am going to be compelled to add two rear channels to my 5.4 M-L System (#308) that consists of CLXs, Stage X and a pair of Balanced Force 212s and a...

I spent a good bit of time with the Renaissance ESL 15A. Superficially, and from the front, it looks a bit like the Summit but with a much wider CLS panel. From the side, it has a much deeper woofer cabinet (needed for 2 12" subs and amplifiers). Sonically, the Venetian hotel rooms are a little...

There is some scuttlebutt that M-L has a new ESL/hybrid center channel in the works to replace the stage and accommodate the greater ESL surface area that its larger speakers like the CLX and now the Neolith can muster. Anyone heard anything or do I have to wait for the 2016 CES?

I have both. It really depends on what speakers you are using for your main R/L channels. I found that the Stage X integrated significantly better with my CLXs than the Stage (although the latter was not bad). The X's folded tweeter comes closer to matching the sound of ESL than the Stage's...

May The Balanced Force 212 Be With You I have gone up the ML Subwoofer ladder from the Descent to the Descent-i and now to the BF 212. My system (#308) is based on the CLXs, Stage X and EFX electrostats. With the Perfect Bass Kit and specific filters for the CLXs the match between the subs and...

I have my EFXs on the rear wall, about two feet behind my listening position. They are eight feet from the center of the listening position. Mounted height places the middle of the ESL panel at ear level. The output volume has been balanced with the front and center channels through my surround...

You did not specify your room dimensions as this is a very important consideration for how much more speaker or bass your listening room can accommodate. An additional point is how far your listening position is from your speakers and if you have any sound treatment in your room. I would agree...

Thanks Gordon for the comment. Actually I have three rooms for evaluating equipment. My main home theater/audio command center gets the most expensive units. A second smaller room gets mid-priced stuff. The third room, equivalent to a small dorm room gets bargain equipment.

I periodically write for Tone Audio and do most of writing for www.blu-raydefinition.com (byline is Lawrence D. Devoe, M.D.). On the latter website I do reviews of music and older film blu-rays, high resolution downloads, and audio/video equipment.

I started out with Phase at 0 as recommended for my CLXs. Played around a bit since this very speaker placement dependent as you know. I went to 90 degrees (same as with my Descent-is) and thought that sounded best overall. The PBK is a snap to use once you get the Paradigm mike recognized by...