Axiom Home Page Forums General Discussion Advice from Axiom Owners Help me decide... please!

Since this is for movies, I would consider the EP350 to be the minimum sub that should be consideredfrom Axiom. I hate to say it, but I was underwhelmed by the EP175 in Axioms 12x20 demo room. Even at full volume it gave no real rumble for scenes that had a ton of LFE (LOTR Bridge of Kazad Dhum). As far as other brands, you could probably get away with something like the PB10 from SVS (lots of value for the money).

The M22 is a great speaker as are the QS4/8. In side by side comparison I found the M22 + sub to be very similar to the M60.

Hey Papa D, nice to have another Iowa native around.

Keep in mind if you order 5 items from Axiom, you get 5%. Also, if you order from the factory outlet, which most of us do, you get 10% off, plus the 5% if you get 5 items. Might be something to consider, that way you might be able to get a matching sub.

I will tell you I like jazz also, one of my favorites is Diana Krall, my jaw hits the floor it sounds soooooo good, especially the stand up bass with a sub that can play low.

Wid,
How much of a difference in sound between QS 4 & QS 8, do you know. I ask because the 8's always seem to be way more popular than the 4's.

Yes, I had already decided to buy from the factory outlet. Seems to be the smart choice.

I think the M22s are exactly what you're looking for. The M3s are also excellent little speakers.

The main advantage of the QS8's is power handling. In a small room such as 12*12, using the QS4 in a surround application I would not think there would be any significant difference over the QS8. In a big room I think the differences would become noticeable.

BTW I use the QS4's in my system, never have listened to the QS8.

On a limited budget I would opt for QS4s and get a different sub. This would be imo a much better match for your size room. From what I have read the QS8s are the better speaker but for your room size and budget I would opt for the 4s.

Not to say your radio shack sub doesn't please your ears but it is not in the same league as the ones I linked to.

The QS4's were my original choice, but everyone raves about the 8's so much, I changed my mind. See, that's what I was talking about. Every time I decide, I end up changing my mind.

I'll be honest. I actually have never really listened to another sub but this one. I don't know anybody that has a system with real speakers. I'll certainly keep your suggestions in mind.

Thank you everyone for your help. I hear the wife calling. When Momma calls, I come a runnin'

Papa D,

I would also suggest calling or emailing Axioms customer support and hear what they have to say as well. That might help you make up your mind if you are struggling on any type of decision with your purchase. The more input the better!

Good Luck!