Martin Logan Motion Floor

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MSRP: $733.32
SKU: Motion 20i (Gloss Black)
Brand: Martin Logan
A compact floorstanding loudspeaker with a performance that is anything but small, the Motion 20i features a Folded Motion® tweeter, dual 5.5-inch aluminum cone woofers with a rear-firing bass port, and a proprietary Vojtko crossover network. Motion 20i delivers the classic broad soundstage of the Motion Series from a newly designed enclosure enhanced by drive-stabilizing dust cap design, stiffened motor suspension, and strategically low-mounted woofers to reduce floor bounce - an acoustically harmful phenomenon where sound reflected off the floor interferes with direct sound. The speaker's enclosure features a reinforced baffle constructed from 18mm MDF for vibration control and includes a magnetic fabric grille. The Vojtko crossover uses custom air core coils, low DCR steel laminate inductors, and polyester film capacitors to keep each driver operating within its optimal frequency range. Perfect for two-channel audiophile listening or as the foundation of a high-performance home theater system.

Frequency Response46–25,000 Hz ±3dB
Recommended Amplifier Power20—200 watts per channel
Horizontal Dispersion80°
Vertical Dispersion80°
Sensitivity90 db/2.83 volts/meter
Impedance4 Ohms Compatible with 4, 6, or 8 Ohm rated amplifiers.
Crossover Frequency500 & 2,600 Hz
High Frequency Transducer1″ × 1.4″ (2.6cm × 3.6cm) Folded Motion
Transducer with 5.25″ × 1.75″ (13.3cm × 4.4cm) diaphragm
Low Frequency TransducerTwo 5.5″ (14cm) aluminum cone woofers in a
non-resonant asymmetrical chamber format. Cast polymer basket. Rigid
structured dust caps reduce cone break-up.
ComponentsPrecision Vojtko™ with custom air core coil and low DCR
steel laminate inductors. Polyester film capacitors in series and low DF
electrolytic capacitors in parallel
InputsCustom 5-way bi-wire tool-less binding posts
Weight37 lbs. (16.8 kg)
Dimensions36.6″ x 6.8″ x 11.7 “

(92.9cm x 17.3cm x 29.7cm)

Engineering, Without Compromises

What makes the Motion Series sound so amazing? MartinLogan’s dedicated in-house engineering and design team started by utilizing and refining the most advanced, compact technologies and combining them with innovative engineering and time-honored cabinet construction techniques. The result is an emotionally engaging sound that rivals (and most times trounces) traditional loudspeakers of similar size and price. Our ‘no compromise’ philosophy gives Motion Series a unique sound you won’t find anywhere else.

Sound Inspired by Electrostatic Speakers

The success of the Motion Series is directly attributed to its close relation to MartinLogan’s legendary ultra-high-end electrostatic loudspeakers. The desire to transmute that level of performance into a more traditional loudspeaker at a more affordable price drove the initial design imperatives that created the Motion Series.

Folded Motion® Tweeters
MartinLogan’s signature Folded Motion tweeter utilizes an extremely low mass diaphragm that “squeezes” air, thus demanding significantly less excursion than the typical 1-inch dome tweeter. Its folded design allows for a much larger surface area (compared to that of a regular 1-inch dome tweeter), controlled dispersion characteristics, and vanishingly low distortion. It’s a miracle of audio engineering that’s able to deliver much of the high-frequency detail and speed of a large, dynamic electrostatic panel in a small space.

Powerful Aluminum Cone Mid-Frequency and Bass Drivers

Custom built, low-distortion drivers pair high-power magnet structures with aluminum cone diaphragms to deliver massive excursion and sound output, preserve minute bass details, and maximize power handling capability, all without a hint of distortion. A unique concave dust cap design reinforces the strength and rigidity of the cone while reducing break up modes. The use of aluminum for cones maximizes rigidity and strength of the drivers without adding excessive weight. This, along with the exceptional damping properties of aluminum, ensures the smooth, non-resonant response necessary for seamless blending with high-resolution Folded Motion tweeters. An added benefit of aluminum is its outstanding thermal conduction capability which allows cones to serve as efficient heat sinks for voice coils.

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