My first introduction to Magnepan's was probably 15 years ago at a high end dealer here in Northern Virginia. I fell in love with them, and I would have a pair if I had the space for them.
Ironically, my first introduction to Bryston was the same day at the same dealer - they were using a big honkin' Bryston amp, might have been two, to drive the Magnepans., and ever since I've not been able to get Magnepan or Bryston out of my mind.
Still no room for the Magnepans, but fortunately plenty of room for my new-to-me 2.5B/3 and BR-20.