I hoping someone may know how to handle this issue. I am seriously considering the hybrid W series speakers. The left and right are a non-issue. The problem is with the center, either the W100 or W150. My tv has to be mounted dead center on the wall (WAF and symmetrics). I have a stud at the dead center of the wall. If I move the center left or right of the stud, then it will be off center of the tv.

Has anyone encountered this or have a recommended solution?

I would recommend getting the cheaper normal speakers all around and using Axioms FMBs...this way you'll be saving money, and you can mount the VP150 right an FMB right onto the stud.

I don't think you can install on wall speakers with a stud there.

Is the TV on a load-bearing wall? If not, then it should be safe to cut a piece out of the 2x4 that's in the way to accommodate the center speaker. The process is similar to installing a recessed medicine cabinet.

I think that the backs of the speakers take up about as much space as a 2x4...so cutting a piece out would pretty much be the whole stud! I know there is a video of a W3 installation on the W3 page...it might be worth while checking it out...

You can get two centres and mount each of them on either side of the stud.

Now that's thinking.

My value nowadays is not so much in doing but rather thinking, synthesizing and recommending.

It would depend on how handy you are, the ultimate would be to open the wall, move/add the studs around to fit the needs and then re-wall, mud/tape, paint. Problem solved.

What type of wall mount are you getting for the TV? Some leave the TV out far enough that the regular VP series only stick out a few more inches and look like they belong and the W series look too recessed.

Thanks for the feedback. Right now, I have a rear projection 55" Sony. Eventually, I will go to a flat panel replacement (2-3 years). I just think towers next to a wall mounted flat panel would look ridiculous. Maybe I am just over thinking it. If I went with towers, I might go with the Rockets.

Short of some artwork on the walls, I don't think this looks too bad.

Me? I love my tower speakers. Mmm... full range goodness.

Thanks for all the advice. Wife flat out said no Tower or Bookshelf speakers. Therefore, I am stuck with in walls, hybrids, or the new on-wall types like Paradigm Millenia 20.

If I went with dual centers, how would a receiver/amp power them? My guess is I have to split the input to both, but that could under power the speakers. Any thoughts?

Maybe turn the centers up and L/R down and check with a spl meter. What type of amp/ reciever are you using? Mono-blocks???

You may want to contact Axiom for this, but I recall Amie mentionning they are currently designing a new T (for Thin) series to wall speakers. I have no idea what is the status/reality of this, but the W-series interests you, that T-one might be the right thing for you.

Check the topmost post at this page for origin of info:
http://www.axiomaudio.com/boards/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Main=12663&Number=174829#Post174829

The best way to connect your two centres is in parallel (+ to + and - to -) provided your receiver can handle the combined impedance. Two 8 Ohms centres result in a 4 Ohm combined load. Most receivers nowadays can handle this provided you don't have the receiver operating near its limits. You can also connect them in series but you will have to turn the centre volume up to compensate.

Thanks for the feedback. I am not sure what receiver I will be going with. I am leaning towards a the Marantz SR4002. Other options are Onkyo 605 and Yamaha 661.

What I am thinking of at the moment is:

2x W22's for L/R
1x VP150 for C
2x QS8's for Surround

I have to find a sub. I am not sure what route to go. HSU has good reviews, SVS has good reviews. I have not heard much about Axiom's subs.

I know that SVS can pound out the bass but is it musical?

All of those receivers look good. Look for features and ease of use.