Tcook

I don't know what you will be using to drive your dream system but I feel confident that a combination of Axiom speakers will deliver the desired sound levels you want to achieve that are crystal clear. I hesitate to use the word "LOUD" as it could be considered offensive.

I would recommend the following: (5.1)
M60's up front
VP 150 center
M22's as rears
EP 350 sub

Order the QS8's at the same time and do a comparison, you can always send one or the other back to Axiom.

Now if your budget allows, I would recommend this: (7.1)
M80's up front
VP 150 center
M60's as rears (or, what the hell make em M80's)
EP 350 sub (2)
QS8's surround

Keep in mind that this combination should be driven by dedicated amps in the 200 WPC RMS range. Prior to doing this I would strongly recommend having a structural engineer survey your dwelling and if all is well invite the neighbors over every weekend for a kegger.

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