I think they're a very good loudspeaker. I also think they're not a good value. There are other loudspeakers I like as well if not better, for less money.
In this league, I'd encourage you to audition the big Avalon loudspeakers. You can get some of the older, Eidolon models for $12,000 or less on the used market.
What's an even better value is for you to build a Linkwitz LX521 or Orion system. Both will stand up against the MBL or Avalon systems without breaking a sweat. You can build either, with amplification, for $6000 or less. They're extreme hi-end the common man can afford. But if you feel you just have to drop $20,000, go right ahead.
In this league, I'd encourage you to audition the big Avalon loudspeakers. You can get some of the older, Eidolon models for $12,000 or less on the used market.
What's an even better value is for you to build a Linkwitz LX521 or Orion system. Both will stand up against the MBL or Avalon systems without breaking a sweat. You can build either, with amplification, for $6000 or less. They're extreme hi-end the common man can afford. But if you feel you just have to drop $20,000, go right ahead.