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Gallo 3.5 or Martin Logan Ethos?

I am in the market for a new set of speakers and have been considering the Martin Logan Ethos (used, would also consider the Vantage or the Spire). I have not heard the Ethos but I have heard the Spire, Vantage and the Theos (similar to the Ethos). I really like the wall to wall soundstage that the Logan's create. My only hesitation is that the "sweet spot" is somewhat limited. I have read that the Gallo's have an ESL "like" presentation with a wide sweet spot. Has anyone compared the 2 directly?

How would you describe the pros and cons of each?

I am coming from Klipsch RF-7s for a frame of reference.
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gongli3
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Some people like the metallic transparency of electrostatic speakers, and some don't. Martins are not the best example of them either, but they can be had at reasonable prices on the used market.

Do you already have in mind to get one of these 2 speakers, or are you open to other offerings, because for the same money, there are other attractive buys...

Paradigm studio, Ushers, for example...

If I were you, I would audition more speakers and take your time in choosing speakers in this price range...There are some exciting ones out there...
gongli3
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I heard both, and all I can say is, it depends on the musical style, and your subjective style of presentation you like.

Sorry, I am not much help, but I for one is into opera, so I would go with Gallo, but if I were listening to Jazz, then may be the Logans hypnotic transparency might win me over...

The Gallos have a slight artificial quality to them though - I want to warn you, for those who are sensitive to color tonal accuracy...

...but over all, both can be exciting offrings with the right kind of music, and listener...
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