Athena POINT 5 MK II *OR* BIC DV62

[christhemac]

I am at a crossroads...should I go with:

Athena POINT 5 MK II PLUS AS-P4000 (or Candence XSUB)
*OR*
BIC DV62 = Four DV62si + DV62CLR-S Center + V1215 Sub

My rooms is 11x20x9 - carpet and drywall - 70% movies, 30% music - Pioneer vsx-815, Pioneer dv-588a.

Thoughts? Thanks.

[jaxvon]

I would go with the BIC system (heck...it's what I have). Not sure if the BIC sub or the Cadence would be better. The price difference between the Cadence and the BIC isn't that big, and the Cadence has a beefier amp. The Point 5 series is weak in the satellites, IMHO. Those little midranges won't be able to crank out the sound like you want.

[Buckeyefan 1]

I am at a crossroads...should I go with:

Athena POINT 5 MK II PLUS AS-P4000 (or Candence XSUB)
*OR*
BIC DV62 = Four DV62si + DV62CLR-S Center + V1215 Sub

My rooms is 11x20x9 - carpet and drywall - 70% movies, 30% music - Pioneer vsx-815, Pioneer dv-588a.

Thoughts? Thanks.

BIC. You'd have to step up to the Audition Series in the Athena's to compare to that BIC setup. And even then, it's a tough call. I don't think the V1215 is available any longer. It think it's been replaced with the V1220. The MKII is a "pretty" system, and has a very high WAF. You just can't compare 4" drivers to 6.5".

[cabron1]

I respectfully disagree.

The Athena system will surprise you. I believe it is a perfect match for your room. The sound is absolutely amazing. The Athena system is very capable of solid performance in the room you have. I would agree, in a larger room the Athena system would start to show its weakness.

Go with Athena, you will not be dissapointed.

[MacManNM]

I respectfully disagree.

The Athena system will surprise you. I believe it is a perfect match for your room. The sound is absolutely amazing. The Athena system is very capable of solid performance in the room you have. I would agree, in a larger room the Athena system would start to show its weakness.

Go with Athena, you will not be dissapointed.


Sorry, but I disagree. The BIC setup will do a much better job IMO. The DV62 series is a well built, great sounding series.

[Verity33]

Don't mean to divert the thread but speaking of Athena Point 5, how do they compare to Athena Micra6 for a room 16x14, 80% dvds and 20% music?

Also, any opinions on Infinity Primus Theater Pack?

Thanks!

[SilverMK3]

Although the Point 5's are a great sounding system, they might have some trouble filling a room as big as yours.

You can put together a set of last year's Athena Audition line for approximately the same price as the Point 5 system.
$330 gets you: (http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?sku_id=BDL10000982&catid=14700&logon=&langid=EN) an AS-C1 center, a pair of AS-B1 bookshelves, and a pair of AS-R1 dipole surrounds.
$200 gets you: (http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10030982&catid=10554) the same AS-P300 8" subwoofer that's included in the Point 5 system bundle, but there are better choices available for only slightly more. The 10" AS-P4000 is looking to be a great performer for $400.

*note: all prices quoted in CDN currency*

[SilverMK3]

Don't mean to divert the thread but speaking of Athena Point 5, how do they compare to Athena Micra6 for a room 16x14, 80% dvds and 20% music?

Also, any opinions on Infinity Primus Theater Pack?

Thanks!

Assuming you're not in an overly bright room, that'd be about the perfect size for the Point 5 system. I had them in a 15x12 room and they sounded great. In fact, I still have the S.5's as my side and rear surround speakers because of their excellent mounting system.

[christhemac]

Great feedback from all...I've learned more in my first week here that I ever could've imagined. My eyes have been opened to a great wonderful EXPENSIVE world!! :)

C