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Return m22's for m60's, or replace my sub
#163003 03/26/07 04:25 PM
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Hello all, new to the board and a new Axiom owner. I am in my "trial" period and I enjoy the clarity and detail of the M22's; however I am missing that "punch" (midbass?) that my Pinnacle Gold Towers provided. Would I be better served to step up the M60's, or replace my Velodyne 12" sub? The room is 15x20x8 with a couple of large openings....musice is jazz and classic rock...I have a Denon stereo reciver and NAD single CD player...any thoughts?

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yanksjazz #163004 03/26/07 04:29 PM
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Couple of questions:


1. Is your system fully calibrated with your sub with an SPL meter?
2. Is your sub crossed over on your reciever at the correct frequency? (80hz is good for the M22s)
3. Are your M22s set to "small" on your reciever?


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yanksjazz #163005 03/26/07 04:29 PM
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Welcome!

A lot of us use the M60s or M80s without the sub for 2 channel listening and are very happy. If I want the extra extention of the sub, I have that option.

If you are happy with the lower end sounds from your sub then I suggest the 60s.

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Hutzal #163006 03/26/07 04:49 PM
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Thanks for the feedback. Actually, since my son works part time at Radio Shack it sounds like I should invest in an analog SPL....so no, it is not calibrated. As far as the settings my reciever is stereo only with no settings; I use the preamp out and the sub settings. And boy I have been fiddling with those...from 40hz to 60hz mostly. So I will try the higher crossover. I used to "like" the sound of the sub but it sounds very boomy on some mid-bass now. So I might try a moving it.

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yanksjazz #163007 03/26/07 05:04 PM
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Which Velodyne?

I'd encourage you to fiddle with sub (and speaker) placement some. Could make a big difference.

That being said, you're going to have a hard time finding anyone to discourage you from the Axiom tower speakers.


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yanksjazz #163008 03/26/07 06:05 PM
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If your sub is too boomy, try lowering the volume, or placing it away from a corner. Corner placement can amplify certain frequencies and give that "boomy" sound.

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tomtuttle #163009 03/26/07 06:38 PM
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I have the VRP-1200 Velodyne...yes I agree the consensus may be to go to the towers! But I must pass that through the CFO..she is tough...I do look forward to moving the sub mid-wall and using a meter. Any suggestions on a test CD or DVD? I mostly listen to music but occasionally movies...

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yanksjazz #163010 03/26/07 11:57 PM
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I actually beg to differ. I enjoy my M60s with a sub (see my sig). I initially had M60 alone in a two channel Rotel separates system without a sub, and purchasing my REL sub improved the sound quite a bit, after tweaking it for a few days. In addition, adding a sub is a wise move even for a 2 channel system, in terms of an upgrade path for a future HT system, as it in fact happened to me.


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thyname #163011 03/27/07 12:13 AM
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I'm in the minority here I think, but I've compared the M22 and M60 and didn't think the M60 was enough better to justify the cost, so I'd say M22 with a better sub.

My biggest reason to upgrade from the M22 someday will likely be to get rid of the speaker stands and have towers instead. They'll be harder for toddlers to tip over someday.

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thyname #163012 03/28/07 12:14 PM
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I also beg to differ. I would double check your present sub's placement and calibration as suggested, but if it were me I'd get a better sub woofer without question.

I have M60s, but IMHO they really didn't come into their own until I got a good subwoofer (admittedly I enjoy heavy bass).

I feel strongly about it too. Go for the better sub woofer.

(unless you are trying to fill a room too big for your M22s)

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