The Magnum Lat Pulldown is a tremendous exercise for building the upper back. This is one of those machines that is embraced by big-wigs in the powerlifting world as well as bodybuilders. Dave Tate and Matt Wenning own this exact machine. Julius Maddox, the greatest bencher of all time, credits this machine as an accessory exercise that builds his bench. Whether you’re in it for hypertrophy or strength, this is a great machine.