 Re: Bad case of Upgrade-itis! Any Advice?
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Seems to me that the M60/500 combo would be perfect for what you're describing as your room and listening habits. While the M22's would sound terrific, you indicted that you like to listen loudly. You could strain the M22ti's limits if you try pushing them too much in that sized room. I believe you'd give out before the M60's though.
Regarding the sub. A really great sub makes a WORLD of difference, in both music and movie enjoyment. I've not heard the EP500 personally, but it's gotten numerous rave reviews. If it's price is a bit steep for your tastes, I'd highly recommend the Hsu VTF-3. I have heard that one, and it's astounding. (Though I believe there have been some EP500 vs. VTF-3 listening comparisons and the EP500 has come out the winner - of course at nearly twice the price though)
I guess my long winded point is, don't skimp on the sub. You'll regret it.
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Re: Bad case of Upgrade-itis! Any Advice?
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I couldn't find anything about the Paradigm PB-10, but I can safely say that the EP500 will BLOW it out of the water.
The EP500 has a digital amp with technology built into it so that it can't ever be overdriven. It has a DSP chip in it with all of it's 12" driver characteristics programmed in, so it can control the frequency response of the sub so it is nearly flat. It really is an awesome sub. It is definitely one of the very best subs at the $1000 price point.
Also, the Paradigm "Monitor" line really doesn't compare to the quality of the Axiom line. If you read Paradigm's website, the "Monitor" line is referred to as a "value" line. For a more appropriate comparison, the Reference or Signature Paradigm lines compete with the Axioms. However, if you look at the price, the Axioms really shine through as the winner.
Good luck on your audio decisions!
IMO the none of the Axiom speakers compete with the Paradigm "Signature" series of speakers. The Sigs pretty much blow the Axioms away.
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Re: Bad case of Upgrade-itis! Any Advice?
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How can you say that if you've never listened to Axiom speakers?  From another thread: Quote:
I am trying to compare two 5.1 speaker systems. The Paradigm Studio 100's v.4, CC 690 center, ADP 470 surrounds, Servo-15 against the Axiom Epic 80 500 system. I haven't been able to audition the Axioms and no one in my area has them. Have any of you owned both systems and can you give me your thoughts on each. The Paradigm system costs about $6000 after discounts. The Axiom's about $4200. Thanks.
*Michael*
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Re: Bad case of Upgrade-itis! Any Advice?
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Rick
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Re: Bad case of Upgrade-itis! Any Advice?
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Hmmm. In quite a few listening tests reported on this forum, the Paradigm signature series were found to be "similarly good" to Axioms. I find your conclusion that the Axioms were blown away to be suspect.
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