Axiom Home Page Forums General Discussion Home Theater Looking for some 5.1 advice for a room 16x20x9

Hi there! I'm looking for something for a room of this size, with one open side into the kitchen. I was thinking something like the Grand Master 175 HT Package or VP100 centre with M22s, QS4s or 8s and either the EP175 or EP350 sub. My catch is that I am going to buy in-walls for the LCR.

I was thinking the QS4s and smaller sub would most likely suffice, but wanted some input here.

Can you give me some advice/help/suggestions?

Much appreciated
Adam

Go with the QS4s and the EP350.

With a room that size, definitely nothing smaller than the EP350. I've no experience with the QS speakers, but also with that size of a room, I'd be tempted to go with the QS8's. Bigger box and bigger speakers = bigger sound. Many people are satisfied with their VP100, but I liked the sound from the VP150 better. If you can't afford to upgrade QS4 to QS8 or VP100 to VP150, I'd still go with the smaller versions.

3 identical speakers for L/C/R would be optimal, but most people can't place a vertical in the center position. If you could that would probably work better, sonically.

It looks like I'm suggesting the Epic Grand Master 350 system.

The QS4s do a great job in my 20x13 room. But as suggested, I'd go with the biggest sub (Axiom or not) I could afford.

Definitely big sub. I feel like I've been taxing my EP350 lately with the TRON movie turned up fairly loud. This is the first movie that has made me feel this way.

If it's in your budget, I'd opt for the QS8's over the 4's...imo, they are the better value and use the same drivers as the M22's. I also agree with the recommendation of the EP350

Qs8's for sure, I have both and the 8's are more than twice the speaker.

Welcome Adam,
I have the QS8's, EP350, M60's, and VP100 in a slightly bigger room than yours with one side opening to a dining room. I'll probably go deaf before I max out the sound on this system. I would suggest the QS8's and EP350 as well.
Cheers,
Shaun

yeah, you don't want upgradeitis within a few weeks.

Spend the extra $$ and get the EP500 with DSP.
I had the ep350 and then ended up with dual ep500's.
Go big or stay at home or you may regret it later...I know I did.