Identical to Motif in sound
The Matinee is essentially identical to the Motif in terms of sound. There are three differences, none of which justified 0 price difference for me:

1. Matinee has last gen electrostatic panel - virtually identical in sound.
2. Matinee = vinyl finish only (matches my Sources), no stand (don't need one)
3. Matinee = paper cones (like sources), Motif (aluminum cones)

All the technical specs on the martin logan page are identical between the two.

Happy Listening!

clarity above all
I recently bought a pair of Sources and was stunned at the difference versus normal speakers. I had to complete the system, and in talking to people, they told me how important the center is. Since I had electrostats that showed me so much pleasure, I splurged and went for the Matinee so I have stats for the most important channels. What a revelation! Talking that was always hard to hear became so much clearer, I started to hear things I didn't know was there. I have also bought the Vignettes and the Abyss so am complete and in love. I am never looking back and enjoy music and movies like never before.

Simply Beautiful
I bought a Matinee to pair with my Martin Logan Puritys. It made for a seamless integration, the sound stage flows as if you are actually there. A work of art to look at and superlative to listen too, a real treat. If you want to feel like your in the movie this is the center channel for you.

Awesome
I've been a Martin Logan owner for years. Recently I decided to make the move to a complete Home Theater system and bought another set of Martin Logan speakers for the rear channel, a sub woofer and a Matinee for the center channel. Oh my goodness, what an awesome performance this speaker gives. I give this product my highest praise. Martin Logan, you've done it again!