My view is the Maggie 1.7 will not work very well in a small room or paired with a 35 watt tube amp. They are great but not in the wrong room or with the wrong amp. They will play OK under those circumstances but in my opinion you would be far, far better off with another choice. They need room and substantial current from the amp to play correctly. That is my view anyway. Good luck.
Magnepan 1.7s in a 10x13' dedicated room?
I'm planning on upgrading my speakers soon and want to go back to Magnepans. I'm considering MG12s but came across nearly new 1.7s on Craigs List for a good price. Problem is, my room is only 10x13x8', but I can do anything I want to it. It already has three bass traps, (two in front corners, one at ceiling wall juncture in back) and 24 1x2' Auralex absorbers spaced around the room. Floor is hardwood with a big think area rug. Anyone put 1.6s or 1.7s in a room of similar size?