{"product_id":"martinlogan-motion-slm-ultra-slim-on-wall-speaker-series","title":"Martin Logan Motion SLM Ultra-Slim On-Wall Speaker Series","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMartin Logan Motion SLM Ultra-Slim On-Wall Speaker Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMartin Logan Motion SLM Series\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for customers who want a clean, modern TV-wall speaker system without sacrificing the clarity, scale and control of a proper passive home theatre setup. Instead of relying on small TV speakers or a basic powered soundbar, the Motion SLM range gives you real loudspeaker performance in an ultra-slim cabinet designed to visually match today’s thin flat-panel displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in three variants — \u003cstrong\u003eMotion SLM\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMotion SLM XL\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMotion SLM X3\u003c\/strong\u003e — the range can be configured around the room, the screen size and the performance level required. The standard SLM is ideal for compact left, centre or right channel use, the SLM XL gives you a larger cabinet with additional passive radiators for more low-end presence, and the SLM X3 provides a complete passive left\/centre\/right front stage in one elegant soundbar-style enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the range is MartinLogan’s \u003cstrong\u003eFolded Motion tweeter\u003c\/strong\u003e, a driver design known for fast transient response, fine detail and excellent clarity. That makes the SLM Series especially useful for movie dialogue, effects steering, vocals and everyday TV listening, where intelligibility and precision matter just as much as output. These are passive speakers, so they are designed to be partnered with a quality AV receiver or amplifier rather than connected directly to a TV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-slim on-wall speaker range\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for modern TV installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree available models:\u003c\/strong\u003e Motion SLM, Motion SLM XL and Motion SLM X3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolded Motion tweeter technology\u003c\/strong\u003e for crisp, detailed high-frequency performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassive speaker design\u003c\/strong\u003e for use with an AV receiver or amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for front left, centre, right and LCR applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80° x 80° dispersion\u003c\/strong\u003e on SLM and SLM XL for flexible vertical or horizontal orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-slim cabinet profile\u003c\/strong\u003e to complement thin flat-panel TVs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic grille\u003c\/strong\u003e with movable and rotatable MartinLogan logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-profile push-style inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e for cleaner wall-mounted installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWall bracket included\u003c\/strong\u003e for simple on-wall mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShelf base included\u003c\/strong\u003e with Motion SLM and Motion SLM XL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the MartinLogan Motion SLM Series?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Motion SLM Series is a strong choice for customers who want a speaker system that looks as clean as a soundbar but performs more like a proper home theatre speaker package. Because these are passive speakers, they can be driven by a real AV receiver, matched with a dedicated subwoofer, calibrated as part of a surround system and upgraded over time. That makes them far more flexible than most one-box soundbar solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe range is also a smart solution when floorstanding or bookshelf speakers simply do not suit the room. If the TV is wall-mounted, the furniture is minimal, or the system needs to keep a low visual profile, the Motion SLM models allow you to maintain a clean design while still delivering genuine front-stage clarity and presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom an audio perspective, the biggest advantage is dialogue clarity and front-stage separation. A good passive LCR setup gives each channel its own amplifier channel, which helps voices stay centred, effects track properly across the screen, and music sound more open and controlled. For customers who care about both aesthetics and performance, that is exactly where the Motion SLM range makes sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing the Right Variant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotion SLM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best for compact TV setups, smaller rooms, surround use, or left\/centre\/right applications where space is tight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotion SLM XL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best for larger TVs, especially 65-inch and above, or for customers wanting more scale and bass support from each speaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotion SLM X3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best for customers wanting a single passive front-stage speaker that handles left, centre and right channels in one slim enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMotion SLM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMotion SLM\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most compact option in the range and is ideal where a discreet speaker is needed beside, below or above a TV. It uses a Folded Motion tweeter, two 4-inch woofers and two 4-inch passive radiators, giving it far more body and clarity than its slim cabinet suggests. It works well as a front left, centre or right speaker, and because the SLM can be used vertically or horizontally, it is very flexible for real-world rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMotion SLM XL\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMotion SLM XL\u003c\/strong\u003e is the step-up model for larger rooms and larger TVs. It keeps the same slim design language but adds two extra passive radiators compared with the standard SLM, helping the speaker deliver greater bass extension and a more substantial sound. It is a particularly good match for 65-inch and larger displays, where the extra physical scale and output capability help the audio match the size of the picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMotion SLM X3\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMotion SLM X3\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most integrated option in the range. It is a passive 3-channel soundbar, which means it contains separate left, centre and right channels in one enclosure but still requires three amplifier channels from an AV receiver or processor\/amplifier setup. This is a very good solution when customers want the clean appearance of a soundbar but still want proper channel separation, upgradeability and home theatre calibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSystem Matching Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Motion SLM models are rated as 4-ohm speakers, so they should be partnered with an AV receiver or amplifier that is comfortable driving 4-ohm loads. In most home theatre systems, these speakers should also be used with a dedicated subwoofer. Their slim cabinets are designed for clean installation and clarity, not deep standalone bass, so crossing them over to a quality subwoofer will usually deliver the best balance of dialogue, dynamics and low-frequency impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a clean TV-wall theatre system, a very effective setup would be Motion SLM XL for the left and right channels, a Motion SLM or SLM XL as the centre depending on available space, and a properly matched subwoofer handling the deeper bass. For the simplest front-stage installation, the Motion SLM X3 gives you left, centre and right channels in one chassis while still keeping the benefits of passive amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFull Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eClick to view full specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMotion SLM\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-slim on-wall speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110–25,000 Hz ±3dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Amplifier Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–140 watts per channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorizontal Dispersion:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical Dispersion:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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want a clean, elegant speaker system around a flat-panel TV but still care about real sound quality. The range gives you the visual simplicity of a slim wall-mounted solution with the performance benefits of passive speakers, proper amplification and genuine LCR system design. For customers building a refined TV room, apartment theatre, media room or design-conscious home cinema, the Motion SLM family is a very strong fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Martin Logan","offers":[{"title":"Motion SLM","offer_id":47954491539643,"sku":null,"price":999.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Motion SLM XL","offer_id":47954491572411,"sku":null,"price":1399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Motion SLM X3","offer_id":47954491605179,"sku":null,"price":1999.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/1956\/3610\/files\/motion-slm_6467036019_o.jpg?v=1781233532","url":"https:\/\/theaudioexperts.com.au\/products\/martinlogan-motion-slm-ultra-slim-on-wall-speaker-series","provider":"The Audio Experts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}