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(2)Axiom M80ti powered by Harman Kardon Signature 1.5 (325 wpc)
(5) Axiom M22ti powered by Harman Kardon Signature 2.1 (100 wpc)
Yamaha RX-V1400 (as preamp)
(2) Paradigm PW-2200 v.1's (stacked)

Will the M22's go down to 60hz okay (for HT)?
(I want to use a 40hz crossover for 2 channel music though)

Other components:

Sony ES 400 disc DVD changer
Sony ES 5+1 CD recorder
Sony PS2
Dish Network DVR510
(2) Tripp-lite LCR2400 line conditioners
(2) dedicated 20 amp circuits
El cheapo Panasonic 32" TV

I also forgot:

I haven't purchased the speakers (Axioms) yet.

I'd just like some opinions...PLEASE.

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its tooo early, we aint awake yet.. ajax needs at least 3 cups before he is coherent. i think some might be confused as to exactly what you are asking, or what you are trying to do. is this for mainly HT or music, do you have a sub, do mean M22's for your surrounds and everything, are you keeping your center or are you getting the axiom VP150??

if you are power/sound aholic, then you should get the M80's. they are a 4ohm load, but i reckon that H/K can handle it. if you go with the M22's, then you definitely need a sub. the 22 are not recommended for wall mount surround cause they need to breath. you would be better off with the QS8's.

if what you listed, as far as amps and receivers, then you have plenty of power to push whatever you get. the choice just comes down to what kind of sound are you looking for.

bigjohn

I've already slammed my 56oz. of coffee...*LOL*

I listed the subs I have above.

I'd use the 22's as 1 center (I don't like the sound of ANY traditional centerchannel speakers I've heard to date) & 4 surround (I prefer direct radiators).
The surrounds will be mounted on very tall, very (bottom)heavy stands I'd build. I'll use spikes for further stability. I like the idea of using a 22 as a center because: goes lower than VP150 & is ported.

The system will be for 70/30/10 (tv/music/movies). I am way pickier on how the music sounds over anything else.

My music listening consists of: Metal/Hard/Classic rock, 70's/80's pop, pre 2k rap.

i just read your profile and saw you were from texas where?? this is good to see.. the texans are invading with force.. i live in san angelo.. if you are ever in west texas, and want to come listen, feel free.

ok, as long as you dont wall mount the M22's, they should work fine as surrounds. i have never heard of anyone using one as a center channel, so i have no idea what to tell you on that one. sorry, didnt see the sub part. unless you are just dying to blow your windows out with the M80's, i would guess the 22's would be fine. plus, the M80 have been notorious for being very finicky during set-up.. in other words, their placement in the room can be complicated to get their best sound.

once people wake up, you will get more advice.

bigjohn

I want M80's as main l/r speakers (as stated above).

I'm considering 1 more PW-2200 (to end up with a stack of 3- would look monsterous...but no WAF...she knows the HT room & the garage are strictly MY rooms)

Are you drinking decaf? *LOL*

I'm located in Denison (near Lake Texoma, 70 miles north of Dallas)...for now at least...

the M80's will really crank. so if you have a dedicated room, and want the 'primo' axiom series, you will be happy with them.

i would get the VP150 as a center and not an M22. i have no real reason why, maybe just cause thats whats its designed for. i havent heard of anyone using the 22 as a center, so that is new territory.

just a side note. you said you would be using the speakers for 70% tv watching. i hope you have a good reception, or even digital cable or satellite. normal cable receptions tend to have lots of static and really high frequency squeaks that the axioms WILL reveal. it might enhance the inperfections of the signal.. that will not be enjoyable. but they will blow you away with HT and well recorded music.

bigjohn

Dish Network.

The local cable company is only good for an ISP. Their TV picture & audio really is poor quality & way overpriced!

There are several members here who prefer an M2 or M22 for a center speaker (JohnK is one?), so I don't necessarily see that as a problem.

BigJohn, his "(2) Paradigm PW-2200 v.1's (stacked)," are his subs (I'd never heard of them either). Being unfamiliar with them I have no comment.

They only reservation I have about your proposed setup is using the 22s as side surrounds. There's nothing wrong with that, and your and music should sound GREAT. But, If you ever get a digital TV and/or start watching more movies (a very real possibility once you begin to explore the capabilities of your new speakers, IMHO, you'll miss haveing QS series side surrounds. I am an, admittedly, unabashed fan of my QS8s. I don't think your music listening would suffer with QS side surrounds.

Using the 22s as REAR surrounds would work wonderfully. However, the 22s are ported in the rear, so they need at least 3 to 4 inches of "breathing" room behind them. Keep that in mind when you're builing stands and figuring where to place them.

John, I don't drink coffee! I come by my "sunny" disposition naturally, and ALWAYS wake up bright and cheery.