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Centre Speakers - Martin Logan

A centre speaker is often regarded as most important speaker in a home cinema 5.1 speaker set-up as the centre channel is often used for speech and direct front centre action, handling the vast majority of this vital task. For this reason, we recommend selecting a centre speaker that integrates well with at least your other front speakers. Ideally, select the same brand and same level of speakers for the front and centre channels (for example if you use KEF R-series speakers on the fronts, we'd recommend using a KEF R-series centre speaker). We also sell pre-selected 5.1 speaker packages.


Martin Logan have specialised in electrostatic loudspeakers for over 40 years. The present range starts with the Electromotion range (ESL and ESL X), through to Masterpiece range - including active models and goes upto the flagship Neolith.

All the models use Martin Logan’s proprietary technology to achieve remarkable performance and exemplary sound quality. As well as passive loudspeaker models, the active versions feature built-in Class D amplifiers and sophisticated control software – including DSP and Anthem’s ARC.

DSP stands for Digital Sound Processing and is a mixture of software and hardware, while ARC stands for Active Room Correction. ARC uses a microphone to monitor the live sound and compensate for any room effects that degrade the sound – once calibrated, any effects of the room on the sound should practically be eliminated.

Some argue that electrostatic speakers can produce the most accurate sound. The technology has been around for one hundred years, however it has only been recently that materials technology has enabled them to achieve their full potential. Original diaphragms sounded fantastic but weren’t built to last and also tended to lack bass and be very directional.

To solve most of the common problems with electrostatic panels, Martin Logan started with the panel itself. One of the problems was the beaming effect, to prevent this they developed the curvilinear shape. This creates a wide dispersion pattern, making the listening position less critical.

Next, for reliability, the diaphragm is made of modern plastic film. This is sandwiched between two metal plates known as stators. The driver transformers also use modern materials. Finally to give more bass woofers are built in the cabinet under the electrostatic panel. The result is a balanced sound with lots of detail.

Centre speakers typically use two main drivers as well and a tweeter. As suggested, in order to tonally match this with the rest of your equipment and deliver optimum stereo integration and imaging, it is highly recommended that the centre speaker is purchased to match the rest of your equipment. Using the same type of driver and tweeter across the whole of the front (and ideally rear) of your Surround Sound Speaker System is ideal, as it ensures that coherency and integration is maintained throughout your AV system. While we cite choosing speakers from the same range as being ideal, the reasoning is, for example, that pairing front channel speakers using dome tweeters with a centre speaker that uses a ribbon tweeter would be less than ideal, as there would be two differing presentations of high end frequencies, which could result in a confused and incoherent soundstage and imaging.

Thankfully, most manufacturers design their centre speakers to tonally and aesthetically match their other speakers, meaning that pairing with your AV kit is a breeze. If your existing kit is older or discontinued, our dedicated and knowledgeable team is always happy to assist with advice or demonstrations to help find the ideal centre speaker to integrate seamlessly with your equipment. We also offer free UK delivery, so you can be setup and ready to go in no time.

One factor to consider when purchasing is the height of the speaker, as typically it will be positioned beneath a TV, so ensuring it is not too large and blocking your TV is essential. Much like typical hi-fi and AV speakers, a centre speaker will usually perform better on a dedicated speaker stand. While they may be suitable for use, most speaker stands come in pairs. However, we also offer a range of centre speaker stands, which are available singly, and are designed to accommodate the wider footprint, and also tend to be of a lower height in order to position the speaker beneath a TV.

A dedicated speaker stand will position your speaker at the ideal listening height for optimum stereo imaging and integration. It will also assist in preventing unwanted resonance from affecting the sound your speaker produces. Many stands are fillable, which will add stability to the stand, as well as improving bass depth and authority.

Manufacturers are aware that an AV speaker system can be as much a piece of furniture as it is a functional piece of equipment and, with this in mind, many centre speakers are designed and built to the highest standard from a range of real woods and veneers. We stock a wide range of centre speakers, ranging from entry level models to high end, with a choice of styles and finishes to suit every taste and requirement. Some models are designed to be exceptionally slim, making them much easier to accommodate and position than their full-sized counterparts.

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