Re: Maggie update
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5/13/09 at 6:35pm
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SLEEPY AL
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Maggie update
5/20/09 at 6:31am
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Re: Maggie update
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Originally Posted by Alan Pummill
Hello Maggie Mates,
Just wanted to throw out an update on my 3.6 maggies. I just got them back from Magnepan. They did a reglue of the midrange panels and I went ahead and had them install new tweeters while they had them. They are like brand new speakers and I am a happy camper!! How are you all doing? |
It's good to hear from you and to read that Magnepan treated you well. I may have to do the same myself in a few months. How much did the whole project cost you including the shipping?
I'm currently waiting on parts to build another amp, so that I can bi-amp my front 3.6s to go with an active crossover (Marchand).
Other than that, I've just been working and watching my retirement fund circle the drain.
5/25/09 at 7:16am
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Re: Maggie update
Hello Deano,We were in Arizona last week on vacation, We went to the Crand Canyon and Sedona.
As far as the cost of repair, it breaks down as follows:
$200 per speaker to completely strip and rewire the mid-range panels
$100 per speaker to install new tweeters
$85 each way to ship speakers via Old Dominion Trucking which is Magnepan's carrier of choice. (I live about 10 miles from the Cincinnati terminal and delivered them to and picked them up from there)
So that comes to a grand total of $770.
You will talk to a lady named Karen who is very helpful. I hope this helps answer you question. And it is good to hear from you again!! Take care!!
SLEEPY AL
MAGGIE MAGIC!!
7/2/09 at 4:39am
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Hey guys...
Thought I'd check out the new look of the site...I dig it!
Just picked up another toy, so thought I'd mention it to you guys, too....I have been looking at multi-channel analog preamps for a while now, cause I was getting frustrated with trying to find a new pre/pro or even receiver that would fit my needs. Well, I finally picked up the one I'd been eying for a while, a McCormack MAP-1. I had been using the analog inputs on my outlaw pre/pro and setting speaker trim on the BD player. Now Im using the player for bass mgt and processing, and using the McCormack for the trim levels. I used the same calibration method as I had before, but all of a sudden my center channel is really shining. Dialogue seems much more crisp than it did before and the whole front stage blends much better. I have a Denon 2900 universal player that needs a small laser adjustment, and Im thinking about getting that fixed (they quuoted me about $129 for the job) so I can get SACD/DVD-A back in here, and also have a back-up DVD player in the mix. Right now I have my iPod connected to one of the stereo inputs and it's definitley not bad. Not as good as my 2-channel signal path, but not bad!
Anyway, I love gear that performs simple functions but does so very well, and that's what this piece does. It's built like a damn tank, just like my Marchand crossover and the Butler amps. These crazy 3.6s throw such a damn huge soundstage that I haven't even been in a hurry to get surrounds up in here, lol. With movies, the whole front stage wraps around me damn near 180 degrees....love these speakers :)
What are you guys up to??
-Z
Thought I'd check out the new look of the site...I dig it!
Just picked up another toy, so thought I'd mention it to you guys, too....I have been looking at multi-channel analog preamps for a while now, cause I was getting frustrated with trying to find a new pre/pro or even receiver that would fit my needs. Well, I finally picked up the one I'd been eying for a while, a McCormack MAP-1. I had been using the analog inputs on my outlaw pre/pro and setting speaker trim on the BD player. Now Im using the player for bass mgt and processing, and using the McCormack for the trim levels. I used the same calibration method as I had before, but all of a sudden my center channel is really shining. Dialogue seems much more crisp than it did before and the whole front stage blends much better. I have a Denon 2900 universal player that needs a small laser adjustment, and Im thinking about getting that fixed (they quuoted me about $129 for the job) so I can get SACD/DVD-A back in here, and also have a back-up DVD player in the mix. Right now I have my iPod connected to one of the stereo inputs and it's definitley not bad. Not as good as my 2-channel signal path, but not bad!
Anyway, I love gear that performs simple functions but does so very well, and that's what this piece does. It's built like a damn tank, just like my Marchand crossover and the Butler amps. These crazy 3.6s throw such a damn huge soundstage that I haven't even been in a hurry to get surrounds up in here, lol. With movies, the whole front stage wraps around me damn near 180 degrees....love these speakers :)
What are you guys up to??
-Z
"Come on you Fockers....CONGA!!!"
-Dustin Hoffman as 'Bernie Focker'
Updated Equipment List
7/6/09 at 7:54am
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Howdy Z,
I had my 3.6's rewired at Magnepan (mid panel). I also had new tweeters installed. They sound better than ever. I am on the list to have them "Gunned" by PG over at the MUG. It will probably be towards the end of the year or next year.
Maggie Magic!!
I had my 3.6's rewired at Magnepan (mid panel). I also had new tweeters installed. They sound better than ever. I am on the list to have them "Gunned" by PG over at the MUG. It will probably be towards the end of the year or next year.
Maggie Magic!!
SLEEPY AL
MAGGIE MAGIC!!
7/6/09 at 9:14am
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I reconditioned my CC1 and 1.6's last year after they started to buzz. There is a lot of information on the web to walk you through the process if you want to save some $$$. It is really easy and just takes a little patience.
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7/22/09 at 3:53pm
- Joined: July 1999
- Location: Cincinnati
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I just bought a 73" Mits WD 73837 TV for my family room HT. This should be fun!! Plus I have a brand new Pioneer Elite BD player still in the box to go with it. I'll be connecting via HDMI cables to my Pioneer Elite VSX-94TXH receiver.
One of the best purchases I've made was that SVS sub some years back. It will move your pants leg!!
Oh, and I am in line to have my 3.6 maggies "gunned", if you know what that means!!
Life is good!!!!!
One of the best purchases I've made was that SVS sub some years back. It will move your pants leg!!
Oh, and I am in line to have my 3.6 maggies "gunned", if you know what that means!!
Life is good!!!!!
SLEEPY AL
MAGGIE MAGIC!!
8/7/09 at 8:28am
- Joined: July 1999
- Location: Cincinnati
- Post Count: 1,248
Quote:
Originally Posted by Alan Pummill 
I just bought a 73" Mits WD 73837 TV for my family room HT. This should be fun!! Plus I have a brand new Pioneer Elite BD player still in the box to go with it. I'll be connecting via HDMI cables to my Pioneer Elite VSX-94TXH receiver.
One of the best purchases I've made was that SVS sub some years back. It will move your pants leg!!
Oh, and I am in line to have my 3.6 maggies "gunned", if you know what that means!!
Life is good!!!!!
I just bought a 73" Mits WD 73837 TV for my family room HT. This should be fun!! Plus I have a brand new Pioneer Elite BD player still in the box to go with it. I'll be connecting via HDMI cables to my Pioneer Elite VSX-94TXH receiver.
One of the best purchases I've made was that SVS sub some years back. It will move your pants leg!!
Oh, and I am in line to have my 3.6 maggies "gunned", if you know what that means!!
Life is good!!!!!
SLEEPY AL
MAGGIE MAGIC!!
8/7/09 at 9:59am
That is one cool looking setup. That 73 inch Mits is a killer for the money.
9/25/09 at 5:13pm
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Hey guys! Just checking in....have finally been having some visitors over to experience the rig, and the feedback has been glowing! Don't really have my eyes and any upgrades right now, as I'm just enjoying the fruits of my labor.
BTW, 6, diggin the new look of the website!
BTW, 6, diggin the new look of the website!
"Come on you Fockers....CONGA!!!"
-Dustin Hoffman as 'Bernie Focker'
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9/27/09 at 12:08pm
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Hey people, got around $3500. to spend on a home theater system w/avr...looking at some mts-01, any suggestions? 24ft.x19ft room in basement. 8ft suspended ceilings, also getting a 55" plus flat screen tv. Got ps3, wii, dvr directv. HELP, don't want to get something expensive with low quality....
11/2/09 at 6:10pm
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felito,
You would do better posting a new thread with your questions. This thread was and is about maggies and their owners. Sorry!!
You would do better posting a new thread with your questions. This thread was and is about maggies and their owners. Sorry!!
SLEEPY AL
MAGGIE MAGIC!!
