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Experts prefer MartinLogan Motion 40 over Klipsch R-28F

On 5 Mar 2024 (23 days ago) we went through 82 Speakers expert endorsements .

Currently, MartinLogan Motion 40 received 2 endorsements from The Sound Junky and Music Critic (7 Jan 2023). Meanwhile, Klipsch R-28F did not receive any endorsements this month.

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BestReviews
The Sound Junky
Gadget Review
What Hi-Fi
ZD Net
The Master Switch
Music Critic
Popular Mechanics
stereocheck.com
ABT
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MartinLogan Motion 40
The MartinLogan Motion 40 speakers offer clear, dynamic, and precise sound with minimal distortion, making them ideal for audiophiles and home theater setups.
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Endorsement summary:

  • The Sound Junky ranked MartinLogan Motion 40 as #5
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    #5 out of 9 MartinLogan Motion 40
    Best Tower Speakers Under $2000
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  • On 7 Jan 2023 Music Critic ranked MartinLogan Motion 40 as #7
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    #7 out of 10 MartinLogan Motion 40
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, MartinLogan Motion 40 is mentioned by key experts in Mar 2024, while Klipsch R-28F is not.
Rank Change Price Speakers
BestReviews
The Sound Junky
Gadget Review
What Hi-Fi
ZD Net
The Master Switch
Music Critic
Popular Mechanics
stereocheck.com
ABT
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Sony SSCS3
The Sony SSCS3 floor-standing speakers offer decent sound quality, strong imaging, and respectable bass for a small tower speaker, making them a great budget-friendly option for music and movie enthusiasts.
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SVS Ultra Tower
The SVS Ultra Tower speakers offer exceptional sound quality, sleek design, and compatibility with various audio systems, making them a top choice for audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts.
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Dayton Audio T652
The Dayton Audio T652 tower speakers are a budget-friendly and versatile option for those looking for clear and dynamic audio reproduction with a sleek and modern design.
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Q Acoustics 5040
The Q Acoustics 5040 speakers receive high praise for their exceptional sound quality, compact size, and versatile compatibility, making them a recommended choice for those seeking powerful home theater sound in a compact package.
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.
No expert reviews linked yet for Klipsch R-28F.

Expert reviews [6]

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Total expert reviews: 6
  • with a score: 1
  • without a score: 5

Score distribution:

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From Seller:
  • Fills medium to large rooms with powerful, lifelike performances
  • Dynamic 1" aluminum Linear Travel Suspension horn-loaded tweeter
  • Dual 8" copper-spun high-output IMG woofers
  • Brushed black polymer veneer cabinet
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From Seller:
  • Folded Motion Tweeter "squeezes" air and requires almost 90% less excursion than the typical 1" dome tweeter, drastically minimizing distortion while providing a lightning fast response time
  • The innovative Folded Motion Tweeter is engineered with a large surface area (8-times that of a typical 1" dome tweeter) to create clear, highly dynamic and precise sound
  • Read more
Video Reviews Most popular unboxing/review videos.
No video reviews linked yet for Klipsch R-28F.
MartinLogan Motion 40 Floorstanding Speaker – Audio Advisor
Review by Audio Advisor
Popular! 40K views!
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Martin Logan Motion 40i Floorstanding Speakers | The Listening Post | TLPCHC TLPWLG
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MARTIN LOGAN motion 40
Review by #loft 32
Popular! 11K views!
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From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
No manufacturer information linked for Klipsch R-28F.
EAN Numbers: 0877929007157, 0877929007430, 0877929007447
UPC Numbers: 877929007157, 877929007430, 877929007447
General Info
Number of Speakers How many speakers come in the package?
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1 Speaker(s)
Sound Quality
Sensitivity Measured in decibels, or dB, sensitivity measures a speaker’s ability to convert power to volume. Lower sensitivity speakers require more power from the amplifier to achieve higher volumes. Higher sen ... Show more
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92 dB
Frequency Response Range Given as a range in Hertz (Hz), frequency response is a measurement of the range of sound a speaker can reproduce. For reference, the human ear can hear a frequency range of 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (shorte ... Show more
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40–25,000 Hz
Impedance Impedance is a key electrical measurement, provided in ohms. This number describes the electrical resistance provided by the speaker to the power signal sent by your amplifier. A common analogy used f ... Show more
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4 Ohms
Maximum Power Handling Power handling, or peak power, is the highest wattage a speaker can accept from an amplifier before it burns out or becomes damaged. This number is given in watts. It’s recorded by measuring how loud ... Show more
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300 Watts
Physical Features
Enclosure Type The type of enclosure, or cabinet, plays a key role in determining the focus of your sound. Do you prefer accurate bass or loud, “boomy” bass? There are three types of enclosures to consider when purc ... Show more
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Bass Reflex
Finish The type of finish describes the material used on the exterior surface of the cabinet. There is no recommended material; it is purely aesthetic and dependent on your tastes and style. The most importa ... Show more
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Piano finish
Dimensions
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Weight
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49 lbs
 
Tweeters
Number of Tweeters
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1 Tweeter(s)
Tweeter Type For the true audiophile, choosing the right tweeter shape is key to getting the best out of your speaker. Different tweeter styles distribute sound more effectively throughout the room, and because hi ... Show more
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Other
Folded Motion tweeter
Tweeter Composition In addition to the shape of the tweeter, the material has a big impact on the type of sound emitted. The two most popular materials are metals (aluminum, titanium, beryllium etc.) and soft textiles (s ... Show more
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Advanced resolution Folded Motion tweeter
Mids
Number of Midranges
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1 Mid(s)
Midrange Size Speakers with midrange drivers (i.e., at least three-way speakers) have a distinct advantage over two-way speakers. Adding a midrange driver to the mix allows tweeters and woofers to focus on the soun ... Show more
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5.5 inches
Woofers
Number of Woofers
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2 Woofer(s)
Woofer Size A critical element of a floor standing speaker is its woofer. This is the driver responsible for low frequency sounds and bass. It is the biggest driver in size and is usually shaped like a cone. When ... Show more
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6.5 inches
Woofer Composition Woofers are built with a variety of materials, such as paper, plastic, polypropylene, Kevlar, or metal. Some are even made with more unique materials like wood. They key to quality in a woofer materia ... Show more
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Dual 6-1/2" aluminum cone woofers
Powered Subwoofer Some floor standing speakers contain a built-in powered subwoofer as part of the overall speaker design. Typically when you’re building a home theater system, the subwoofer is purchased as a separate ... Show more
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Yes
Connections and Controls
Receiver Inputs The type of connectors or terminals on the speaker determine how you connect the speaker to your receiver. There are two main types: spring clips and binding posts. Spring Clips: Spring clips are desi ... Show more
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Custom 5-way bi-wire tool-less binding posts
Banana Plug Compatible Banana plugs are a type of connector for speaker wire. They are often regarded as more beneficial than bare wire, which can fray and degrade over time. Banana plugs allow you to insert the bare wire i ... Show more
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No
Inputs Some speakers have other inputs in addition to the binding posts or terminals. This may include HDMI, auxiliary jack, and/or optical inputs. An example of how this may be beneficial is the auxiliary c ... Show more
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Custom 5-way bi-wire tool-less binding posts
Bi Amp/Bi Wire Capable For the more sophisticated listener, you may want to bi-wire or bi-amp your speakers. For bi-wiring: If the speaker has dual binding posts or terminals, you may be able to use two wires to connect to ... Show more
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Yes
Remote Control Does the speaker come with a remote?
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No
Wireless Connections
Bluetooth Enabled Speakers with built-in Bluetooth allow you to stream audio content directly from a device (e.g., smartphone, tablet, laptop) on the speakers. This feature behaves just like any other Bluetooth-enabled ... Show more
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No
Wireless Connectivity Some floor standing speakers may come with the option to connect to your TV wirelessly or via your Wi-Fi network. The benefit to this set up is the absence of wires, which makes setup simple and clean ... Show more
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Additional Details
Additional Features Any other features included.
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  • Precision Vojtko with a custom air core coil
  • Custom 5-way bi-wire tool-less binding posts
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MartinLogan Motion 40 are a popular option on the higher end of the price range. They're in the top 3 bestselling speakers and have dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Klipsch RF-82 II or Klipsch R-26FA .

MartinLogan Motion 40 are $100 more expensive than the average speakers ($499.99).

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