Currently using Magico S3mkii in a small space as well, you are spot on about the easy placement of this speaker. Generally, due to the sealed box design, you can get away with it in a smaller space, unlike ported speaker design. Great review!
Sealed box speakers are always going to provide superior bass than any ported bass reflex design. Alon wolf knows that. Even AR acoustic suspension speakers from the past still do bass better than many modern ported speakers today.
I just got a pair of S3 Mk 3, had a tour of the factory in CA. Love the concept and philosophy. Sounds awesome with my Accuphase. Looking to pair with Pass Lab Amp in the future.
Not for me. I have never liked that Magico house sound. Personally, I just find it too dry. Also, I have never really cared about sonic measurements. To me, is all about emotional connection, I care more about whether the music from a particular pair of speakers move me. At HK$400K, I would probably go for a pair of MBL 111 F instead, but that's just me. There is no right and wrong about Hi-Fi gear as far as I am concerned, is all about your personal taste at the end of the day.
Of course, different people have different preferences, which is why there are so many choices of excellent speakers. MBL truly offers a unique experience.
