{"product_id":"magnepan-17x-planar-magnetic-speakers","title":"Magnepan 1.7x Planar Magnetic Speakers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Magnepan 1.7x is a two-way planar magnetic floorstanding speaker, built as a custom Listening Room Special with hand-upgraded X-Series crossover components that sharpen clarity, tighten imaging, and deepen bass control. It keeps the planar design intent of the standard \u003ca title=\"Magnepan 1.7i\" href=\"https:\/\/listenroom.com\/products\/magnepan-1-7i-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\"\u003e1.7i\u003c\/a\u003e and pushes it further with copper-rich polypropylene capacitors, air-core copper coils, and silver-soldered wiring you can actually hear on your favorite recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't the 1.7i with a cool \"x\" badge slapped on so we can upsell you based on its place in the alphabet. Every upgrade in the 1.7x targets real gains in precision, balance, and sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnepan 1.7x Key Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimplified Two-Way Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moved from the 1.7i's semi-three-way layout to a cleaner two-way circuit with fewer components and less signal loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eX-Series Crossover Upgrades\u003c\/strong\u003e: Copper-rich polypropylene capacitors, air-core copper coils, and precision-matched resistors, all hand-tested.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuasi-Ribbon Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e: Aluminum foil on Mylar diaphragm for full-range sound with speed and transparency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilver-Soldered Connections\u003c\/strong\u003e: Solid copper bus wiring with shortened signal paths for cleaner signal transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Footprint\u003c\/strong\u003e: 65 inches tall, 19 inches wide, 2 inches deep. Fits rooms where larger Magnepans won't.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff; padding: 20px; border-radius: 13px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: center; gap: 14px; align-items: flex-start; padding: 0 0 12px 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/magnepan-xseries-cardas-binding-posts.jpg?v=1781544256\" alt=\"Magnepan X-Series binding posts - upgraded Cardas terminals\" style=\"border-radius: 10px; width: 60%; max-width: 200px; height: auto; flex-shrink: 0; margin: 4px auto 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 240px; min-width: 240px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"color: #ffffff; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eThe Listening Room Special\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eA custom, enhanced version of the X-Series that Magnepan builds for us, included for every customer on our X models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 0; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCardas binding posts\u003c\/strong\u003e for a stronger and easier cable connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced QC and driver matching\u003c\/strong\u003e for tighter tolerances and more consistent performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded packaging on large models (\u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-2-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\"\u003e2.7x\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-3-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\"\u003e3.7x\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-20-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\"\u003e20.7x\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-30-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\"\u003e30.7x\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e with one speaker per box for safer delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's New in the Magnepan 1.7x?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Simplified Two-Way Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first big change? The 1.7x moves away from the 1.7i's semi-three-way design, replacing its super tweeter with a cleaner two-way circuit. Fewer components mean less signal loss, less distortion, and more of your music coming through pure and unaltered. It's like taking off sunglasses on a cloudy day, suddenly everything feels clearer and more vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes the 1.7x unusual. Nearly every X model is the same speaker as its standard sibling with the crossover rebuilt; the driver configuration does not change. Only two Magnepans have their layout changed by the X upgrade: the 1.7x, which goes from a three-way to a two-way, and the Big Mini X, the four-way configuration of the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-mini-maggie-system-x\"\u003eMini Maggie System X\u003c\/a\u003e, which goes from a three-way to a four-way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded Components\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnepan left no part untouched. The 1.7x features premium copper-rich polypropylene capacitors, high-gauge air-core coils, and upgraded resistors, all hand-selected, measured, and paired to perfection. Every crossover component is tested to ensure both speakers match within impossibly tight tolerances. This meticulous balance between the left and right speakers ensures imaging so accurate you'll think the performers set up camp in your living room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Magnepan X-Series Capacitors - copper-rich polypropylene, individually tested\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/magnepanxseriescaps.webp?v=1733783084\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-radius: 15px; margin-bottom: 16px\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Wiring and Connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGone is any excess wire or mechanical connections that could compromise sound quality. Instead, the 1.7x uses solid copper bus wiring and silver-soldered connections to minimize resistance and maximize fidelity. Even the green and yellow wires on the ribbon tweeter are optimized to preserve skin effect for high-frequency purity. Cleaner paths, cleaner sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Magnepan X-Series Wiring - 15-gauge solid copper, silver soldered connections\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/magnepanx-serieswiring.webp?v=1733783080\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-radius: 15px; margin-bottom: 16px\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuned and Balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnepan obsessively fine-tuned the crossover, ensuring the bass and midrange integrate cleanly with the highs. Smoother transitions between frequencies, a wider soundstage, and both speakers performing in lockstep. Nobody wants the left and right sides arguing over which one sounds better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Magnepan X-Series Crossover - hand-built with matched components\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/magnepanx-seriesmain_60ad27aa-760e-42c1-abfe-622b78b939cd.webp?v=1733783072\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-radius: 15px; margin-bottom: 16px\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the Magnepan 1.7x Means for Your Music\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upgrades in the 1.7x aren't just technical. Compared to the 1.7i, you'll notice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved clarity and detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Instruments and vocals are more defined, with better separation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced imaging and soundstage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 1.7x fills your room with music, placing you in the center of the performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeeper, tighter bass:\u003c\/strong\u003e While still benefiting from a subwoofer for low-end rumble, the 1.7x's improved bass response has more punch and control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreater overall balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sound is smoother and more natural, letting you focus on the music rather than the equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Your House or Apartment or Abode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1.7x combines great sound with Magnepan's signature minimalist design. Slim and sleek, these speakers fit into your space without dominating it visually. But don't be fooled by their understated appearance: once you turn them on, they'll command all the attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Out: Trim Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Magnepan 1.7x offers multiple trim options. Contact The Listening Room to discuss your preferred trim option and find the right look for your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-radius: 15px; margin-bottom: 16px\" alt=\"Magnepan trim options\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/trimoption.jpg?v=1714151841\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Magnepan Trim and Fabric Options\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5073\/8528\/files\/Magnepantrimandfabricoptions.webp?v=1741963342\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-radius: 15px; margin-bottom: 16px\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Magnepan X-Series Lineup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1.7x is part of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/magnepan-x-series\"\u003eMagnepan X-Series\u003c\/a\u003e lineup, which includes the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\"\u003e.7x\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-2-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\"\u003e2.7x\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-3-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\"\u003e3.7x\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-20-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\"\u003e20.7x\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-30-7x-planar-magnetic-floorstanding-loudspeakers-pair\"\u003e30.7x\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnepan-ccr-x-reference-center-channel-speaker-copy\"\u003eCCRx\u003c\/a\u003e. Each model receives the same Listening Room Special upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMagnepan Trade-In Program\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer trade-up credit of up to 85% of your original purchase price toward a more expensive Magnepan up the line, handled personally and case by case. See our \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/terms-of-service#magnepan-trade-in\"\u003etrade-in terms\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Listening Room Difference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're the #1 Magnepan dealer in the US, and that's exactly why Magnepan builds custom X-Series versions for The Listening Room, with enhancements Mike orders for every customer. When you buy a Magnepan X-Series from us, you're getting a speaker built to a higher standard and backed by a third-generation family business with exceptional service and a real commitment to getting your system right. We don't just ship boxes. We help you set it up, match it to the right amplification, and make sure it sounds the way it should. First Magnepan or fifth, we're here to get it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAdding a Subwoofer\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want more low-end weight in larger rooms, a fast, musical subwoofer extends the bottom end without dragging on the panel's speed. We most often pair Magnepan with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rel\"\u003eREL\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perlisten-subwoofers\"\u003ePerlisten subwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e, since both keep up with a planar's quickness rather than fighting it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; width: 34%;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left; width: 66%;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2-Way, Quasi-Ribbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; 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