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Magico A3
The inspiration for the new A3 was driven by the engineering challenge to create not only a full range loudspeaker that incorporates similar design philosophies found in higher-end Magico offerings but to provide an entry level category that is accessible to a new and wider audience of music enthusiasts.
Enclosure
The A3 enclosure is formed with machined 6061 T6 aircraft grade aluminum and includes a complex internal bracing structure that increases the stiffness and mass of the enclosure while minimizing overall resonance. A calibrated sub-enclosure provides an optimized environment for the midrange driver to operate within and without any interaction from the back wave pressure of the bass drivers. The black brushed aluminum enclosure is lustrous and stands firmly on a 4-point spiked outrigger base which provides perfect coupling to the floor for enhanced dynamic range.
Tweeter
Extended high frequencies are provided by a newly designed Magico pure beryllium-diaphragm with an optimized 28-mm dome surface that is based on the fundamental design platform of the M-Project tweeter. A customized neodymium motor system is encased in an improved back chamber with new damping materials which provide ultra-low distortion, higher power handling, massive dynamic capabilities and extended linear voice coil movement.
Drivers
A newly designed Magico 6-inch midrange driver sets a new benchmark of measured performance in both frequency bandwidth and time domains. The cone material is formulated using Multi-Wall carbon fiber and a layer of XG Nanographene, which provides optimal stiffness to weight ratio with ideal damping properties. A new overhung neodymium based motor system incorporates extra-large magnets to ensure a stabilized magnetic field in the 75-mm pure titanium voice coil.
Crossover
All four drivers in the A3 are tested and optimized for acoustical, mechanical, electromagnetic, and thermal behaviors using the latest state-of-the-art Finite Element Analysis simulation testing equipment and are acoustically integrated using Magico’s exclusive Elliptical Symmetry Crossover topology that utilizes state-of-the-art components from Mundorf of Germany. The 3-way dividing network features a 24db per octave Linkwitz-Riley filter that maximizes frequency bandwidth while preserving phase linearity and minimizing intermodulation distortion.
Grilles are optional and available upon request and under separate order.
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Professional Reviews 96/100
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Sound Quality
95/100
Build Quality
97/100
Value for Money
96/100
With a vast, speaker-disappearing soundstage and striking image focus, the Magico A3 delivers neutral transparency, refined beryllium treble, and taut, extended bass. Hans Wetzel found its presentation exceptionally resolved yet relaxed, while Josh Givorshner praised its stable, immersive imaging and inert aluminum engineering.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Exceptionally expansive, stable soundstage with precise image placement and a convincing disappearing act.
Smooth, extended treble and highly transparent midrange reveal detail without sounding hot or forward.
Deep, controlled sealed-box bass combines weight, speed, and strong room pressurization when positioned carefully.
Heavily braced aluminum cabinetry is exceptionally inert and immaculately finished.
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Cons
Ultimate low-bass composure can soften slightly when played at very high volumes.
Careful placement and strong, high-current amplification are important to unlock its best bass balance and dynamics.
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 95/100
Reviewers consistently describe an exceptionally neutral, transparent and highly resolved presentation, with unusually convincing imaging and integration for the price. The A3 combines deep, controlled bass and a refined treble with a truthful rather than deliberately romantic tonal balance; its only recurring limitation is a little loss of composure at very high playback levels.
Bass
95/100
The dual 7-inch woofers are widely praised for weight, extension and control. SoundStage reviewers found bass taut, tuneful and usefully extended to around 30Hz, with impressive room pressurization once positioned well; one reviewer did hear slight looseness and compression at the very bottom end at very high volumes.
Mid
96/100
Midrange reproduction is repeatedly described as exceptionally clear, pure and natural. Reviewers heard richer, fuller vocals than through Magico's S1 Mk.II, along with abundant instrumental texture, robust image density and an uncoloured presentation that favors recording truth over added warmth.
Treble
96/100
The beryllium tweeter earns sustained praise for being extended, detailed and exceptionally composed. Reviewers found it smooth and natural rather than hot, splashy or forward, while retaining air, clarity and convincing percussion detail even at high volume.
Soundstage Imaging
97/100
Imaging is one of the A3's defining strengths. Reviewers describe a remarkably complete disappearing act, expansive width and depth, stable off-axis coherence, sharply located images and finely layered instrumental lines; one called its imaging among the most surreal heard at any price.
Dynamics
93/100
The A3 is reported to move from delicate low-level expression to forceful climaxes with ease, delivering taut impact and retaining composure as level rises. It can play loudly in substantial rooms, though one comparison found mild driver strain and compression when pushed very hard against larger, more expensive speakers.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
97/100
The sealed, heavily braced aluminum cabinet receives near-unanimous acclaim for its engineering and finish. Reviewers found flawless panel fit, an attractive brushed-anodized surface and exceptionally inert panels, with one comparing a knock on the enclosure to striking a rock face.
Value for Money
96/100
Although the A3 was sold at a substantial premium price—reviews cite roughly $9,800 to $12,300 per pair, while supplied pricing is higher in some markets—reviewers repeatedly considered it unusually compelling against rivals. It is called a bargain, a speaker that punches far above its weight, and “the one to beat” at its price and beyond.
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