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Re: M60 vs M80
CatBrat #279029 11/13/09 11:10 PM
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 Originally Posted By: CatBrat
From reading this, I have decided to stay with the QS8, but to downgrade the center to the VP100, because it had more clarity for smaller rooms. The VP150 required more volume for the same sound.
I agree, the QS8s are a better speaker, IMO and the VP100 sounds great, however, where did the last part come from? The VP150 is a 6ohm speaker so it actually requires less power to achieve the same volume level at least through my own testing.


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Re: M60 vs M80
jakewash #279035 11/14/09 12:15 AM
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Just reading this off of other reviews from off-axiom sites. Actually the VP150 probably is a better solution overall. Too bad there isn't one source of accurate info, but everybody has their opions and it goes from far left to far right over about everything, it seems.

I did get a new starter in my car for $313 and so far it's fixed.

I've decided on the EP350 based on the v3 improvement over the v2. I wasn't aware of that at the time earlier.

So I guess, so far my system will consist of (in my living room):

Axiom:
M22 with stands.
EP350 sub
Sony:
STR-DH500 receiver (cheep, cheep)
Samsung:
LN26B360
Disconnecting a Sony HT in a box.

--Then Next year add:

Axiom:
VP150v2 center.
2 QS8 surrounds.

Panasonic:
pt-ae4000u projector.
+ some sort of screen.

Onkyo:
receiver TX-NR806 or better.

Room:
12 wide by 11 deep by 8 high. Currently has hollow door, 2 windows, hardwood floor, 1 med closet, 1 small closet. Will need some soundproofing and sound damping. Will remove doors from closets, add a 2nd layer of sheetrock with green glue. Add something else to the floor (not sure what), +carpeting. Build sound dampers for the walls, that will also cover the windows. Replace hollow door with solid door. Install VHF antenna in attic in room above this one. Add some sort of lighting with dimmer switch. Would prefer the screen wall and ceiling in flat black, with the walls in Merlot red, some sort of medium to dark carpeting.

The 2 closets will both be 2 alcoves to the extreem left and right behind the seating area, Medium closet will be media storage room, and small closet will contain a small rack on wheels for equipment. Need to be able to roll it out for access to the attic in the ceiling.

Add seating. Hopefully theater seating.

Twa-la. Instant mini-theater.

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Re: M60 vs M80
CatBrat #279041 11/14/09 01:41 AM
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Correction: UHF antenna, not VHF. Right now it's attached to an old pole lamp. Lamp and antenna going into attic soon.

Concerning seating, I've been thinking about this. I only have 96 inches for seats, which will give 2 feet of clearance on both sides. This should give me 1 row of 3 seats, which for me, would be about right. Two of my friends have bad backs, so I need back support. It might be that the old style seating with back support, if I can find it would be best.

Re: M60 vs M80
CatBrat #279044 11/14/09 03:22 AM
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Sounds like plan, looking forward to watching/hearing about the build process. \:\)


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Re: M60 vs M80
jakewash #279695 11/19/09 04:54 AM
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I got my M22's with stands today. I have it hooked up to a cheap Sony receiver STR-DH500. I wasn't impressed with the radio reception and hiss on the tuner, but the power it puts out is good. I've been listening to Gypsy Kings on it and I'm really impressed. The M22's definately went beyond my expectations. I don't have a sub hooked up and it still sounds good. Its hard to keep from wanting to crank the volume. Even the cat is impressed. She lay on the couch and just listened for about 30 minutes. Never did that before.

I've lost some of my high range hearing over the years. Too much loud music when I was younger. So for me a little brightness in the sound is welcome. What can I say? Who could keep from falling in love with the Axiom sound?

I need more cables before I can hook the TV up (1 HDMI and 1 optical audio). I plan on buying a 37 inch lcd this weekend to hang on the living room wall, then get 2 W3s and a W100 to mount around it near the end of December. I only have about $700 to blow on a TV, so I'm going to look at Nebrask Furniture mart. They have a better selection than Best Buy. Will look at Sam's Club first, though. Since I'm still set on a home theater, I feel I can sacrifice some on the quality of tv for now.

Re: M60 vs M80
CatBrat #279698 11/19/09 05:43 AM
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CB, for a highly-rated(December Consumer Reports) 37" LCD well within your budget, consider the Panasonic TC-L37S1 .


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Re: M60 vs M80
JohnK #279724 11/19/09 01:13 PM
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Thanks for the suggestion. Most of the amazon reviews look good, but with the 15000:1 contrast ratio, that might be a deal breaker. My 26 inch sammy is a 30000:1 and has fairly good black levels and I don't want to go worse than this.

Re: M60 vs M80
CatBrat #279751 11/19/09 04:37 PM
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Keep in mind most contrast ratios are just marketing BS.

Re: M60 vs M80
Potatohead #279763 11/19/09 05:40 PM
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True, even if they are actually doing something to measure. There is no actual measurement standard so they can all do it differently. Your eyes will have to be your guide to judge contrast. (and your fingers as they will be calibrated differently)


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Re: M60 vs M80
Murph #279782 11/19/09 06:41 PM
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When I'm looking at the TV's all in a row at the stores, those with a lower contrast ratio "usually" have lighter blacks. Although, I've noticed recently that the cheaper TV manufacturers seem to be upping their ratios, even though the blacks aren't any darker.

One TV that caught my attention today is the Vizio VL370M. Contrast ratio 50,000:1, 1080p, at Sam's club for around $550.

http://www.vizio.com/review/product/list/id/114/

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