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MartinLogan Motion LX16 Review

Main Features

  • 1.0 x 1.4" Folded Motion Tweeter
  • 5.25" Aluminum Woofer
  • 60-25k Hz Frequency Response
  • 92 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 5ohms
  • Power Range:20-200watts
  • Weight:12 lbs
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 28-31" x 6-9/16" x 9-11/16"
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MartinLogan LX16 Overview

LX16 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by MartinLogan. It features a 1.0 x 1.4" Folded Motion Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Aluminum Woofer.

MartinLogan LX16 is the latest member of MartinLogan's Motion series of speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

MartinLogan Motion Series History
Model Frequency Sensitivity Impedance Woofer
MartinLogan LX16
60-25k Hz 92 dB 5Ω 1 x 5.25"
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50-25k Hz 92 dB 4Ω 1 x 6.5"
MartinLogan 15
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60-25k Hz 92 dB 5Ω 1 x 5.25"
MartinLogan 15i
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60-25k Hz 92 dB 5Ω 1 x 5.25"

Frequency Response

MartinLogan LX16 has a Frequency response range of 60-25k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 20-200 watts. At a minimum frequency of 60 Hz, LX16 will provide an average bass depth so depending on your use case, you may consider supplementing your system with a subwoofer.

Crossover frequency for LX16 is at 2700Hz.

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The Bookshelf model with the lowest Low Frequency level in our database is Wharfedale Elysian 2, with bass extending down to impressive 35 Hz.

On the other hand, model with the highest Frequency is Sony SS-CS5 with its high frequency limit of 50 kHz.

Impedance and Sensitivity

MartinLogan LX16's nominal impedance level is 5 ohms and has a sensitivity of 92 dB.

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Input Type

LX16 features Custom 5-way binding posts type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring is not possible.

Cabinet type and Materials

MartinLogan LX16 has a Bass Reflex type cabinet and Piano Lacquer finish. MartinLogan LX16 is a back-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.

Available colors

MartinLogan LX16 is available in Cherry (dark).

Weight and Dimensions

MartinLogan LX16 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 28-31inch x 6-9/16inch x 9-11/16inch (280.0mm x 165.0mm x 242.0mm ).
Each speaker weighs 12lbs (5.40kg ).

To have a better perspective on the real life size of MartinLogan LX16, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).

MartinLogan LX16 Real Life Body Size Comparison

Wall Mounting

LX16 has 3/18-16 threaded insert mounting bracket that makes it possible to mount on walls and similar surfaces easily.

Warranty

5 Yrs w/Registration of parts warranty and 5 Yrs w/Registration of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.

Recommended Break In

Allow 72 hours of break-in at 90 dB.

What's in the Box?

  • Bookshelf loudspeaker
  • Magnetic grille
  • 4 Rubber bumpers
  • User's Manual (En/Fr)
  • User's Manual

    Download User Manual for MartinLogan LX16

    Official Brochure

    Official Brochure for MartinLogan LX16

    Official Product Page

    Official Product Page for MartinLogan LX16

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    Cambridge Audio SX-50 2-way Bookshelf 90 dB 8 ohms 50-22k Hz
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