Reblux, I would say they started off a little hard and grainy for sure. I would not have kept them. Much much better after a few hours. Sounding impressive now. Again, this is normal in my experience.

Will be recommending these for sure for future installs I do. A surround system with these all around and decent in-ceilings would be a great experience. 3 people are pending right now... likely winter. What strikes me already is just how good they sound at a distance. They dont fall off in treble or bass as you get further away or leave the listening axis. These would be great for a distributed audio install or surrounds located further than normal.

For the price they are a bargain for the performance you get. I have been a member here for a good while -never owning Axiom products. Next DIY project a time machine to buy them sooner perhaps.

Mojo, I will have to try out heights for sure. Going to get that figured out better before building new stands. This is far from over. crazy