Magnepan Magneplanar MG2.7i Instruction Manual

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MG2.7i
3-Way Magneplanar Loudspeaker
Instruction Manual
Revised 11/04/23 MB
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  • Page 1 MG2.7i 3-Way Magneplanar Loudspeaker Instruction Manual Revised 11/04/23 MB...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………… General Description Intended Use Carton Contents Specifications Setup…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Assembly Connection Quick Placement Placement………………………………………………………………………………………… Spacing Angle Left/Right ……… Fine Tuning………………………………………………………………………………………… Room Acoustics Tweeter and Midrange Attenuation Phasing Pairing True Ribbon Tweeter……………………………………………………………………………………… Tweeter Protector Strip Ribbon Tweeter Exchange …………...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    3. MG2.7i’s are only intended for use and storage indoors, within a climate controlled environment, with little or no direct sunlight. Magnepan speakers should not be used or stored outside. They should not be in direct sunlight, nor should they be exposed to excessive humidity or salt spray.
  • Page 4: Setup

    Repeat this process for the other panel. 3. The self-adhesive Magneplanar emblems may be applied to the speaker wherever is preferred. If you don’t have a strong preference, Magnepan suggests top center on the front of the speaker. Connection 1.
  • Page 5: Placement

    The only “right” placement for your MG1.7i’s is the one that you like best! Magnepan hopes that the following steps will help you create the perfect system but there is one fundamental truth when it comes to positioning Maggies: there is no substitution for, “try it and find out.”...
  • Page 6: Fine Tuning

    2. Reflection is a vital aspect for Magnepan speakers and dipole speakers more generally. Too much or unwanted reflections can make a room sound incredibly bright, sharp, or even cacophonic.
  • Page 7: Tweeter And Midrange Attenuation

    Speakers that are out of phase with each other will not sound ideal at the best of times, and may sound deficient together if they are 180° out of phase with each other. All Magnepan speakers are phased such that if you observe the + and – connections on the nameplate and they are uniform across all of your Magnepan speakers, you won’t have any problems.
  • Page 8: Pairing

    True Ribbon Tweeter Magnepan released its True Ribbon Tweeter in 1983 with the MG-III and the T-IV and it’s been included in the best products Magnepan offers ever since. The True Ribbon Tweeter, in its various forms is a “high”...
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    It would be a good idea to test the cleaner on the bottom of the MG2.7i first. Magnepan classic fabric can be machine or hand washed, if desired. Wash on a gentle cycle in cold water and do not put the fabric in the dryer.
  • Page 10: Don't

    Extreme tenting/rippling is most prevalently a result of overdriving and renders the warranty void. 7. Unless directed to by a Magnepan Service Department employee in an official capacity, do not open, tamper, modify, or remove any part(s) of the speaker. Modification and/or using the speaker in such a way other than its designed purpose will void the warranty.
  • Page 11: Missing Sound

    5. Typically, a Magnepan True Ribbon Tweeter is either working or it isn’t. This can be noticed easily when the foil breaks as the tweeter will produce no sound. It is uncommon, but possible for the True Ribbon Tweeter to fail but not completely such that it is still making noise.
  • Page 12: Additional Information

    Magnepan is reluctant to provide recommendations or make comments on brands and/or services that are not Magnepan in name. It is recommended that you reach out to a Magnepan Certified Dealership for more information regarding amps and audio system devices as a whole.

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