I hear you about the RC-70's-I would've loved a pair too. The 50's are no slouches though. I pieced together my RC system by buying open box but unused RC-R's, RC-50's, demo model RC-10's and a clearance (half price) new RC-LCR.
Barring price, I still prefer the RC system. At original price it would have cost around double the Axiom system I have, but it is not "twice" as good. I like it better though. Better frequency response and more efficient. Clear without being sharp. You can't beat Axiom speakers for the same price. Subs I'm not so sure, but speakers for sure. At least in the comparisons I did while having the M60's on trial. I hope you can track down that other RC-R!
