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    Magnepan MG 1.6 vs. 1.6 QR

    Can any Maggie expert out there enlighten me as to the difference between the MG 1.6 and the 1.6 QR? Is there a difference at all?

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    Same speaker, different names.

    All the "QR" stands for is Quasi Ribbon, which has been part of this speaker since it's inception. People refer to this speaker either way.

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    Quote Originally Posted by RushM3
    Can any Maggie expert out there enlighten me as to the difference between the MG 1.6 and the 1.6 QR? Is there a difference at all?
    The QR stands for Quasi-ribbon. The tweeter of this speaker is of a quasi-ribbon design. If you get a chance to I would reccomend auditioning them, you'll be in for a treat.
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    PS Audio Classic 250. 500wpc into 4 ohms.
    PS Audio 4.5 preamp,
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    Arcam Alpha 9 CD.- 24 bit dCS Ring DAC.
    Magnepan 3.6r speakers Oak/black,

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    Quote Originally Posted by Geoffcin
    The QR stands for Quasi-ribbon. The tweeter of this speaker is of a quasi-ribbon design. If you get a chance to I would reccomend auditioning them, you'll be in for a treat.
    Already auditioned them. Already looking to pick up a pair.

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    Good Choice!

    Quote Originally Posted by RushM3
    Already auditioned them. Already looking to pick up a pair.
    In my view, when properly set up, there's few speakers under 3k that can touch the 1.6qr's. Remember your going to need some good clean power to make them sing.
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    Ming Da MC34-AB 75wpc
    PS Audio Classic 250. 500wpc into 4 ohms.
    PS Audio 4.5 preamp,
    Marantz 6170 TT Shure M97e cart.
    Arcam Alpha 9 CD.- 24 bit dCS Ring DAC.
    Magnepan 3.6r speakers Oak/black,

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    Quote Originally Posted by Geoffcin
    In my view, when properly set up, there's few speakers under 3k that can touch the 1.6qr's. Remember your going to need some good clean power to make them sing.
    Take a peak at my other post in the amps/preamps forum: Choosing a preamp (the finishing touches)...

    Still working out the kinks, but I think the 1.6's will sound pretty sweet being driven by the C-J Premier 140 (got a great deal on it). Now if only I could find a pre-amp...

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