Legacy Audio Marquis XD Center Channel Speaker (Standard Finishes)
Best center channel for audiophiles building a high-end home theater.
Elevate your home theater with the Legacy Audio Marquis XD Center Channel Speaker. Designed to complement high-end tower speakers, it delivers an immersive center channel experience with ample piston area for outstanding audio reproduction. Featuring a 4" AMT ribbon tweeter, a 7.5" accordion edge midrange, and dual 12" ultra-linear bass drivers, this speaker offers remarkable speed, precision, and dynamic range. Its advanced crossover design and robust driver components ensure unparalleled linear output, crisp definition, and a rich, clean soundstage, making it a premier choice for any discerning audio enthusiast.
$5850.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
3269
/ 8447
#3269 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
+300%
Above average
System Type
43
/ driver, way
Who it's for
- Movie lovers prioritizing crisp, intelligible dialogue in dense soundtracks
- Home theater enthusiasts seeking effortless power and cinematic dynamic range
- Serious listeners demanding long-term durability and precise, resonance-free audio
Who should skip it
- Apartment dwellers or owners of compact, space-constrained media rooms
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for entry-level or mid-range home audio
- Casual users wanting a simple, plug-and-play speaker upgrade
Performance breakdown
Dynamic Range
Dual 12-inch drivers deliver massive, cinematic impact with effortless authority.
High-Frequency Clarity
The AMT ribbon tweeter provides exceptional detail and lightning-fast transient response.
Midrange Articulation
Accordion edge midrange ensures dialogue remains crisp, natural, and perfectly defined.
System Sensitivity
High efficiency allows for impressive output even with modest amplifier power.
Build Integrity
Heavyweight construction minimizes cabinet resonance for a clean, undistorted soundstage.
Integration Capability
Seamlessly matches high-end tower speakers for a cohesive, immersive surround experience.
Key Specs
System Type
4 driver, 3 way
Tweeter
4" dual pole AMT ribbon
Midrange
7.5" accordion edge with 6lb magnetic structure
Subwoofer
Dual 12" ultra-linear bass drivers with 15 lb motor
Frequency Response
22-25K Hz
Impedance
4 Ohm
Sensitivity
95 dB
Dimensions
14 x 38 x 13 inches
Features
- Matches speed and precision of best tower speakers
- High-precision drivers for accurate sound
- New crossover design for improved performance
- Exceptional linear output and remarkable snap
- Clean transition to lower midrange
- Ultimate center channel experience
- Complements high-end home theater systems
- Flexible placement options
What customers say
The Legacy Audio Marquis XD Center Channel Speaker earns high praise for its exceptional dialogue clarity and seamless system integration. Customers consistently report that vocal reproduction is crystal clear, articulate, and natural, significantly elevating the cinematic experience. Reviewers also appreciate the speaker's robust build quality and premium aesthetic, which reflect its high-end design. Many users feel this component delivers a worthwhile investment for serious enthusiasts seeking reference level performance. The Marquis XD is celebrated for providing an uncompromised audio experience, making it a highly recommended choice for those prioritizing pristine vocal reproduction and an expansive, engaging soundstage.
Know before you buy
The Marquis XD is a substantial speaker, measuring 14 inches high, 38 inches wide, and 13 inches deep. Given its 96-pound weight, ensure your media console or stand is structurally rated to support its size and mass.
With a sensitivity of 95 dB and power handling up to 400 watts, it is efficient enough to be driven by most high-quality AV receivers. However, to fully realize the dynamic range and control of the dual 12-inch bass drivers, a dedicated high-current amplifier is recommended.
The 4-inch AMT ribbon tweeter is designed for exceptional speed and transient response, which allows it to reproduce the subtle nuances of human speech with high precision. This results in dialogue that sounds crisp and articulate, even during complex, high-energy action sequences.
While it is engineered to match the performance of high-end Legacy Audio towers, it can be used with other brands. For the most cohesive soundstage, try to match the tonal characteristics of your front left and right speakers to ensure a seamless transition as sound pans across the room.
The 7.5-inch accordion edge midrange is designed to provide a clean, linear transition between the high-frequency tweeter and the low-frequency bass drivers. This specific design helps minimize distortion and ensures that vocals and instruments remain natural and uncolored.
While the Marquis XD is a powerful, full-range center channel, its performance is best suited for medium to large rooms where its dual 12-inch drivers have enough space to breathe. In a very small room, the output may be overwhelming unless you have significant acoustic treatment.
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