Consumer Score
In comparison:
Martin Logan Motion 60XT ranks #13 out of 80. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.8
Amazing
Consumer Score
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9.3
Amazing
Experts prefer SVS Ultra Tower over Martin Logan Motion 60XT
On 2 Apr 2024 (24 days ago) we went through 82 Speakers expert endorsements .
Currently, SVS Ultra Tower received 2 endorsements from The Sound Junky and ZD Net (1 Jun 2023). Meanwhile, Martin Logan Motion 60XT did not receive any endorsements this month.
Curious to see this month's entire Floorstanding Speakers ranking? It's here
Endorsement summary:
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The Sound Junky ranked SVS Ultra Tower as #1 Rank Speakers Comment #1 out of 9 SVS Ultra Tower Best Overall... ... ... Source: www.thesoundjunky.com - On 1 Jun 2023
ZD Net ranked SVS Ultra Tower as #1 Rank Speakers Comment #1 out of 5 SVS Ultra Tower Best floor-standing speaker overall... ... ... Source: www.zdnet.com
Where to buy?
Martin Logan Motion 60XT 
SVS Ultra Tower Customers like Martin Logan Motion 60XT somewhat more
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
Martin Logan Motion 60XT
SVS Ultra Tower
SVS Ultra Tower
Consumer score (CS) is a normalized computed representation of customers' sentiment towards a product.
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Martin Logan Motion 60XT, the pricier option, tends to get more favorable reviews than SVS Ultra Tower.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling speakers receives a consumer score of 9.0 (great). Both Martin Logan Motion 60XT and SVS Ultra Tower receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
| Martin Logan Motion 60XT |
In comparison:
Martin Logan Motion 60XT ranks #13 out of 80. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 9.8 Amazing
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| SVS Ultra Tower |
In comparison:
9.3 Amazing
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| Median best-selling Speakers |
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9.0 Great
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Martin Logan Motion 60XT is more popular than SVS Ultra Tower
It's fairly safe to say that Martin Logan Motion 60XT are more popular speakers than SVS Ultra Tower, based on their 40+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
Customers who view Martin Logan Motion 60XT and SVS Ultra Tower often consider Q Acoustics 5040, a pricier option.
| Table: Top compared alternatives for Martin Logan Motion 60XT and SVS Ultra Tower | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Q Acoustics 5040 | $1499 |
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| 2 expert recommendations | |
 | Dali Oberon 5 | $1300 |
In comparison:
10.0 Amazing
| No expert recommendations | More Popular Better Reviews |
 | Focal Vestia N2 | $1499 |
We don't yet have enough review information for Focal Vestia N2 N/A
| 2 expert recommendations | |
 | Jamo S809 | $807 |
In comparison:
8.7 Great
| No expert recommendations | Cheaper More Popular |
As can be seen below, SVS Ultra Tower is mentioned by key experts in Apr 2024, while Martin Logan Motion 60XT is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Speakers | ABT  | BestReviews  | The Sound Junky | Popular Mechanics  | Music Critic  | The Master Switch  | ZD Net | What Hi-Fi  | Gadget Review  | stereocheck.com  |
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| 1 | - | $228 |  Sony SSCS3 | - | 3 | - | 2 | - | 2 | 5 | - | 5 | - |
| 2 | - | $1000 |  SVS Ultra Tower | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | - |
| 3 | - | $160 |  Dayton Audio T652 | - | 2 | - | - | 4 | 9 | - | - | 7 | - |
| 4 | - | $1499 |  Q Acoustics 5040 | - | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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No expert reviews linked yet for Martin Logan Motion 60XT.
Expert reviews [6]
Total expert reviews: 6
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 6
From Seller:
- Folded Motion XT Tweeter squeezes air and requires almost 90% less excursion than the typical 1-Inch 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-Inch dome tweeter) to create clear, highly dynamic and precise sound
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From Seller:
- Standing toe-to-toe with the finest speakers in the world, the flagship SVS Ultra Tower is a reference floorstanding speaker built without compromise for the most discerning audio fans. Dual opposing 8-inch woofers command a room with deep, articulate bass while the innovative driver design, premium materials and optimized cabinet geometry combine to convey incredible resolution, absolute transparency, and crisp, powerful dynamics.
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No manufacturer information linked for Martin Logan Motion 60XT.
Official Urls:
EAN Numbers: 0850071005134, 0850071005141, 0851888000367, 0851888000374, 0851888001487, 0851888001494
UPC Numbers: 850071005134, 850071005141, 851888000367, 851888000374, 851888001487, 851888001494
Sound Quality
Speaker Design Speaker design is a term used to describe the number drivers in the speaker. Drivers are the cones that actually create sound. These cones come in three types: tweeters, midranges (sometimes called mi ... Show more
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3.5 way
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
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
35–25,000 Hz
28 Hz-32 kHz
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
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
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
Bass Reflex
Bass Reflex
Enclosure Material The material used to make the speaker enclosure, also called baffle, plays a big part in the sound quality of the speaker. The best materials are stiff and resistant to extra vibrations (which would c ... Show more
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Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF)
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
Luscious high-gloss piano black finis
Piano gloss black
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Weight
66 lbs
75 lbs
Tweeters
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Tweeter Size Tweeters produce the highest frequencies in sound, typically anything above 2,000 Hz. Usually located at the top of the speaker, tweeters come in different shapes and sizes. Generally speaking, the si ... Show more
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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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Dome
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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Aluminum Dome Tweeter
Mids
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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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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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Aluminum shorting rings
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
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
Custom 5-way bi-wire tool-less binding posts
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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
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
Custom 5-way bi-wire tool-less binding posts
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Remote Control
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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
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
Additional Details
Additional Features
Any other features included.
Folded Motion XT Tweeters
- Dual gold-plated 5-way binding posts
- Elastomer screw-in feet - adjustable for level
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Martin Logan Motion 60XT are a popular and one of the most expensive options. They're in the top 3 bestselling speakers and have a couple of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Dali Oberon 5 or Q Acoustics Concept 40 .
Martin Logan Motion 60XT are $850.99 more expensive than average speakers ($499).
SVS Ultra Tower are a popular option at the top of the price range. They're in the top 3 bestselling speakers and have quite a few popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Jamo S809 or Fluance Signature Hi-Fi .
SVS Ultra Tower are $1499 more expensive than the average speakers ($499).
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