Our plan was to save the best for last. After all, i-fidelity.net already had the smaller Scansonic models from the MB series, the MB1 B, MB5 B and MB2.5 B, as guests. And these loudspeakers, which are manufactured in Pandrup, Denmark, were convincing without exception. Now the MB6 B, dubbed the »flagship« of the series by the Danes, made its appearance in the listening room. Anyone expecting a »killer« in terms of appearance will be bitterly disappointed. Scansonic's top model looks more like the filigree architecture of a modern skyscraper, a fast-as-an-arrow sailing boat or the wing shape of a modern aeroplane - these speakers are real eye-catchers. This exceptional silhouette results from the ratio of 18 centimetres width to 1.41 metres height of the housing, which tapers almost half a metre into the depth with an elegant curve. The slim MB6 B is available with a matt white or black finish, as well as a walnut finish for an extra charge, and therefore blends in with any living environment.

To ensure that the 35-kilogram weight does not start to sway, two crossbars are mounted under each speaker. Height-adjustable spikes are mounted at the ends of these to provide acoustic coupling to the floor. At the rear, just above the plinth, is the single-wiring connection terminal for the speaker cables and - instead of the usual bass reflex tube opening - three outlets, one above the other and perfectly integrated into the housing rounding for reasons of space. What we are used to from Scansonic is also confirmed with the MB6 B: the loudspeakers, which are largely manufactured by hand, are perfectly finished. No wonder, as the luxurious Raidho loudspeakers are also manufactured under the same company roof.

The streamlined design of the MB6 B does not allow the installation of drivers with a large diameter. To be able to move the necessary air, especially in the bass range, not just one or two of the 11.5-centimetre chassis fitted with a woven carbon cone are needed, but four (!) - per speaker, of course. This solution has a further advantage, as the smaller drivers can follow the signal more accurately because they are easier to drive due to the lower cone mass. However, they have to be measured individually and then paired. This is not a problem for Scansonic, as the company manufactures the drivers itself and can therefore easily install eight matched drivers.