So ,I've been researching speakers and have found a lot of good information which has in some ways made me feel more educated but still unable to decide. Two speaker companies that I am most interested in now are Axiom and Ascend.

I listen mostly to music but since I have a decent Sony 6.1 receiver would like to flesh out the system for movies. I'm going to send my JBL Control Ones to the back L/R surround positions.

So, I initially thought the M60 would be a good option. Full range, etc. Then I came across the Ascend CBM-170 which for the same price can be paired with Hsu STF-2. So, what is going to sound the best for music? I listen to much jazz followed by blues and rock. I want a nice high end without harshness(Control 1's are a little harsh) and something I can listen to for a long time w/o fatigue. Detailed and accurate also come to mind but these may be touch feely meaningless adjectives. On my jazz recodings I'd like to hear the brushes on the snare drum, bright but pleasing rythm on the ride cymbals, and deep, accurate lines from the upright bass. Since I read that many people still decide to go with a sub for the M60 woiuldn't it be better to go with the Acsends with sub for roughly the same price. BTW, room size is around 500 sq feet though future living situations could be larger.

So, I think the decision will depend on the best mains for my music listening and then I'll buy the matching center. I am also intrigued by the Ascend CMT-340 L/R which some rave about. Is this in the same league as the M60 and if so is it also overkill if a subwoofer is in the mix? The CMTs seems to have a more attractive form factor but that's only a minor issue.

And what about the CBM-170 4ohm impedance on an 8ohm spec'd Sony? It has 100W per each channel so I guess unless I crank it I'll be fine. Are the CMT-340 L/Rs 4 or 8ohm?

Thanks so much for the advice. I know I can demo them all at the same time but would like to avoid the hassle and extra shipping cost if possible.

Also, anyone in Dallas or Chicago(travel there for business) that could demo either of these manufacturers?

Thanks again.