McIntosh Announces ML1 MKII Loudspeaker
McIntosh pays homage to its 1970's ML1 loudspeaker, first released in the 1970s with its MKII release for 2023.
The New York-based iconic audio manufacturer describes the new and improved ML1 as "a unique loudspeaker where vintage style meets contemporary sound".
Said to feature a similar bass response as the initial iteration but without the need for an equaliser, the ML1 MKII is recommended to be paired with amplifiers rated at up to 600 watts. Its wide dispersion also suits the largest rooms.
With its oiled American Walnut solid wood cabinets and satin finish veneers, the external design retains the charm of the original ML1. Internally, it features a full modern revamp to reflect McIntosh's present-day high-performance speaker technology. The company says its 4-way design uses five separate speaker drivers "to produce a uniform listening area and astonishing sound quality".
The driver complement consists of a 12" woofer in a sealed enclosure with a polypropylene cone and dust cap with synthetic rubber suspension. The lower midrange region consists of two 4" drivers in a sealed sub-enclosure also using polypropylene cones and dust caps with synthetic rubber suspension. One 2" soft dome covers the upper midrange, while a 3/4" Titanium dome tweeter takes care of the higher regions.
McIntosh President, Charlie Randall, told StereoNET:
While we have been making loudspeakers for over five decades, the ML1 will always be our first and holds a special place in our hearts here at McIntosh. We're incredibly excited to showcase how far the brand has come over the more than half a century with the renewed ML1, and hope our community of listeners will enjoy listening to their favorite sounds on this classic remodel.
McIntosh's ML1 MKII includes a matching stand with a vintage die-cast aluminium name badge on the base. The stand is designed to elevate and position the ML1 loudspeaker for optimum imaging and listening enjoyment. It features feet for use on hard floors and spikes for use on carpet.
The reimagined McIntosh ML1 MKII will be available from July 2023. They will sell for £14,000/ €16,000 per pair.
For more information visit McIntosh
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