Which Axiom setup would be better for movies? (1 Viewer)

[JoshuaR]

Since this thread is still on fire, I'll throw in a scenario!
Lets say you have a VP150 CC, M3ti fronts, and a pair of QS4's close to the rear of the side walls. What would you use ideally for the 6th channel, another QS4 or a M3ti?
Thanks for all the info guys, its been very helpful!!

 

[Marc H]

Guyza,
That is a nice feature of the VP150Se. The dual tweeters with the woofers in the middle give it a smooth off axis response. Handy if there will be a wide variety of seating locations.

Joshua,
Since you are using QS4Se as side effects, a single QS4Se would be best for the centre rear. By matching the hybrid tweeter across the rear three, I think you would enjoy a more seamless panning effect between those three.

 

[Guyza]

Thanks Marc!
That's what I thought, but wanted some reassurance with regard to the VP150.

Also....is it not a good practice to put bookshelf mains up on a wall in the corner of a room and angle them down towards the listeners?

I would think this would help dispersion and provide a wider soundstage, but it may also cause poor blending with the center channel which is lower down on top of the TV.

If it's not a good practice than I'll have to figure out a way to get stands into my already crowded living room....or use towers.

Thanks for the forum's help!

 

[Marc H]

Corners are bad.
The speakers will get boomy and the tone will be coloured.
Can you keep them in from the corners but still maintain about 6 to 8 feet between the speakers?
Ideally, try and place them so the tweeter is at the same height as your ears when seated.

 

[Dan Mastro]

last friday i ordered an epic 60 system to go into family room. approx 16x20, 7 ft high walls to cathedral ceiling. on suggestion of joe at axiom, purchased yamaha rvx1300 receiver. this replaces 25 year old panasonic receive w/35 watts per, 2 marantz 6g, or g6 speakers and two boston acustics, small ones don't know the models. we listen to 85% music and have just got into ht. i can't believe how long friday to tuesday seems. not a grinch, but not looking forward to going out for family gathering on x-mas eve. would rather be home with my new toys. question..when i finally get the system, do i want to wire sub on high or low level settings?
thanks
dan

 

[JimC_A]

Marc had me hook mine up to line level in. He'd have to tell you why. I know my system sounds great. Does that count for anything?

 

[Scott H]

If I may add a question...

Interested in experiences or comments regarding Axiom with Onkyo receivers... Looking into speaks for use with an Onkyo DX-SR600 in a movie only setup.

 

[Gerry S]

I am in the market for Axiom speakers. I have a 26'x15' dedicated home theater with ~7.5 ft. ceilings.

Here is my proposed 7.1 home theater setup: M60ti fronts, 4 QS8 surrounds, VP 150 center, and the SVS 16-46cs w/ 1000 watt amp.

My question: Do you think I am going overboard on the sub? Any other suggestions?

-Gerry

 

[MarkWC]

I am also considering the Axiom brand in a long road of research. I have reviewed the Paradigm Studio 20 and was completely blown away with the seemless blend of warmth and clarity.

Now I have postponed my purchase until at least the end of the month. I am putting in hardwood floors and have recently upgraded my tv, dvd player, and receiver; an Onkyo 700.

Does anyone know how the Axioms compare to the Paradigm Studios? Also. what are the best front speakers for a 15 x 25 room with hardwood floors and concrete walls in Axiom line. I have heard the M22's get 'bright' sounding because of their natural neutral and revealing nature. They must sound even worse with hardwood floors.

 

[Dan Mastro]

just before year's end after researching and reading, and speaking with joe at axiom, i purchased the epic 60, and yami rxv1300 ( i think). i replaced a 30 yr old panasonic receiver, 25 yr old marantz, and 10 yr old ba speakers. when i first hooked it up, my 18 year old said it sounded like a night club. i haven't tweaked yet except to set speaker sizes. i must say in a 16x20 room with cathedral ceiling even the old albums sound better than i imagined. now we watch less tv, and the wife keeps telling me to turn it down! great system.
dan

 

[Dan Mastro]

just before year's end after researching and reading, and speaking with joe at axiom, i purchased the epic 60, and yami rxv1300 ( i think). i replaced a 30 yr old panasonic receiver, 25 yr old marantz, and 10 yr old ba speakers. when i first hooked it up, my 18 year old said it sounded like a night club. i haven't tweaked yet except to set speaker sizes. i must say in a 16x20 room with cathedral ceiling even the old albums sound better than i imagined. now we watch less tv, and the wife keeps telling me to turn it down! great system.
dan

 

[JimC_A]

Excellent choice Dan!! I almost have the exact same setup.