RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
Commercial Magico S5 Mk1 Floorstanding Loudspeakers Design ProcessA Polytec Laser Vibrometer was leveraged to precisely measure the most minute vibration of the cabinet panels and calculate the sound-pressure levels they generate. This enabled Magico to address them early in the design process, resulting in the desired target: the S5’s cabinet adds no coloration to the sound. The Klippel Near-Field Scanner robot enabled multiple acoustic measurements of the 3D sphere around the S5, which gave a complete view of the on- and off-axis response of the speaker. This data enabled Magico the ability
Fair ask, leaning slightly ambitious. At A$22,000, it sits above the A$19,955 75th percentile of recent AUD comparables, so it’s not a bargain on the numbers, but it’s also not wildly out of line for a sought-after flagship if the condition and setup are genuinely strong.
The appeal here is the usual one: this is a highly regarded full-range monitor-style loudspeaker with serious scale, grip and resolution, and the S5 Mk1 has long been valued for giving a big, authoritative presentation without sounding clinical. If it’s clean, original and properly cared for, the upside is getting into top-tier Magico performance at a used price that still undercuts new-class ambition; just make sure provenance, driver condition and any shipping history are solid, because a speaker like this is only a great buy when it’s been well looked after.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Magico, a pinnacle of American high-end audio engineering, traces its origins to 1994 in Berkeley, California, where founder Alon Wolf pioneered the use of aluminum enclosures for loudspeakers. Drawing from aerospace and automotive construction principles, Wolf's vision emphasized rigid, non-resonant cabinets to achieve unprecedented transparency and accuracy in sound reproduction. The company consolidated operations in 2013 into a expansive 20,000-square-foot facility in Hayward, later expanding to 30,000 square feet, solidifying its commitment to in-house craftsmanship by a team of specialized machinists and technicians.
Magico specializes exclusively in loudspeakers, eschewing amplifiers, DACs, turntables, headphones, or cables to focus relentlessly on driver technology, enclosure design, and material science. Their products feature intricate internal frameworks that minimize vibrations, delivering reference-level dynamics and imaging prized by audiophiles seeking uncolored musical truth.
Positioned firmly in the ultra-high-end market, Magico commands reverence among discerning buyers for its technological vanguardism and consistent critical acclaim. Enthusiastic owners and a legacy of innovation ensure its stature as a boutique leader, where every speaker embodies precision engineering tailored for the ultimate listening experience.
See all Magico listings on RADAR.
