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Manger p1
Magical moments
To distinguish the lively, fresh playing of a Stradivarius from the round, full element of a Guarneri violin - that is a challenge that conventional loudspeakers fail. The Manger p1, on the other hand, reveal precisely this objectivity to music lovers. With their breathtakingly natural timbres and their authentic reproduction, the p1 bring magical moments.
Fixed star in the loudspeaker universe
Already optically, the p1 differ from conventional loudspeakers. Instead of a conventional midrange and tweeter, a single driver is responsible for all frequencies from the lower midrange to the very highest tones - the star-shaped Manger sound transducer
In addition to its bandwidth, the handcrafted Manger sound transducer impresses with its natural sound quality and the authentic reproduction, a basic requirement for faithfully reproducing the filigree string play of a violin or the temporal interplay of an orchestra.
Intelligent unit
The housing of the p1, which is rounded on the outer edges, improves the radiation behavior and gives the sound systems an independent and at the same time unobtrusive appearance. Inside, struts ensure optimal working conditions, and housing resonances are nipped in the bud. Both the Manger sound transducer and the high-performance woofer, which reproduces the lowest octaves, each have their own compartment in the loudspeaker cabinet.
Sound-damaging interactions via the enclosed air volume are excluded due to the intelligent construction.
The best of the best
Quality down to the smallest element - this maxim runs like a red thread through the p1 - and all Manger loudspeakers. First-class components in the crossover guarantee maximum fidelity. Cross-section cables ensure loss-free signal transfer. The connection terminals, WBT nextgen™ Plasma Protect™ speaker sockets, are of exquisite quality and easily accessible. Loudspeaker cables with banana plugs or cable lugs find permanent, secure contact. The Manger cf1 loudspeaker feet made of precision plastic ensure stable contact with the ground and, at the same time, convenient fine adjustment. Last but not least, the driver and the connection terminal are precisely embedded in the body via long-term stable threaded screws. Uncompromising quality that you can see, feel and hear.
Loudspeakers are a family thing
Loudspeakers that do not fit into the living environment will always be foreign objects and will not find acceptance. That is why the design of a loudspeaker enjoys the same persistent attention at Manger as its technical development. Thanks to its timelessly simple shape and the variety of high-quality veneers and colors, the p1 can be perfectly adapted to the space and personal taste.
Plays perfectly with Devialet and Linn
To bring powerful technology to your passive Manger speaker, the p1 seamlessly works with both Linn’s Exakt and Devialet’s SAM Processing.
In combination with Linn Exakt, your passive speaker is enhanced with powerful software and performance features, becoming an active speaker.
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Professional Reviews 93/100
Deliciously Crispy
Sound Quality
92/100
Build Quality
94/100
Value for Money
95/100
The Manger p1 envelops listeners in a stable holographic soundstage, pairing rhythmic sealed-box bass with smooth, sparkling treble and revealing microdetail. The Ear found it exceptionally musical and realistic when carefully matched and positioned, while Audiophilepure admired its unusually convincing live-event perspective. This is a refined floorstander built to make acoustic performances feel vividly present.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Exceptionally stable, precise three-dimensional imaging with a deep, wide soundstage.
Well-defined, warm bass combines lively rhythm and strong timing without boom when positioned appropriately.
Smooth, integrated treble and high micro-resolution create an involving, natural presentation for jazz, classical and acoustic music.
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Cons
Performance is highly dependent on careful room placement and sympathetic amplifier matching.
A mild presence-region recession can make some spoken voices sound slightly unnatural.
Large-scale orchestral climaxes and heavily compressed punk or reggae can be less convincing than smaller-scale material.
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 92/100
Reviewers found the p1 unusually involving, realistic and musically communicative, with its distinctive wideband driver delivering fine detail without turning the presentation into a hi-fi display. It combines controlled, rhythmic bass, a refined and lively top end, and exceptionally convincing spatial reproduction, though one reviewer heard a mild presence-region recession on spoken voices.
Bass
92/100
The Ear praised bass that is well defined, lively, warm and energising, with strong rhythm and timing. Audiophilepure also found that moving the speakers farther from the wall filled in the low end, while the sealed alignment allowed closer placement without boom.
Mid
88/100
Instrumental and vocal timbres were generally convincing: Audiophilepure found Sinatra's voice and Horowitz's piano reproduced with their proper tone, while The Ear admired the p1's micro-resolution and realism. However, The Ear heard a mild suck-out in the presence region that made some familiar spoken voices sound slightly unnatural.
Treble
93/100
The Ear describes the treble as smooth, well integrated and sparkling, bringing brilliance and energy without suggesting glare. Its combination of refinement, detail and openness was a key part of the speaker's vivid, holographic presentation.
Soundstage Imaging
95/100
Spatial performance is a standout. Reviewers heard a precise, stable three-dimensional image, a deep and wide stage, and an unusually convincing sense of being transported to the recorded venue; Audiophilepure called it a window onto the live event unlike most floorstanders in its segment.
Dynamics
92/100
The Ear was emphatic about the p1's dynamic impact, particularly when drums enter, and praised its colourful expression and ability to uncover subtle musical shifts. Large-scale classical material did challenge its ability to reproduce the full torrent of sound, but the overall presentation remained engaging and effortless.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
94/100
The p1 is described as a tall, elegant and imposing German-made loudspeaker available in a wide choice of finishes. The Ear highlights the company's hand-built production and exceptionally tight stated manufacturing tolerances, while the three-part sealed enclosure reflects a carefully engineered approach.
Value for Money
95/100
At approximately $15,000 to $16,600 per pair, the p1 is a substantial investment, but The Ear considered its realism and emotional communication competitive with loudspeakers costing considerably more. That reviewer explicitly called it an audiophile bargain for its ability to evoke a full-range high-end system.
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- Afton Mountain Audio — in-store — Afton, Virginia, United States (website)
- Akustik Strauss — in-store — Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bayern, Germany (website)
- Alpha High End — online and in-store — Brasschaat, Vlaams Gewest, Belgium (website)
- Audio Freak — Germany (website)
- Elite Audio Systems — in-store — San Francisco, California, United States (website)
- J&J Audio Solutions — in-store — San Jose, California, United States (website)
- Kosmas Audio Video — online and in-store — Athina, Greece (website)
- Mister Hifi — online and in-store — Raamsdonksveer, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands (website)
- Rauch und Schall — in-store — München, Bayern, Germany (website)
- Super HiFi by Audiostudio — in-store — Olomoucký kraj, Czech Republic (website)