Axiom vs onix rocket

[turbo16v]

Ok here we go......

Axiom audio: M80v2, VP150, QS8, EP500......

VS

ONIX: Rocket RS850, Rocket RSC200, Rocket RSS300, Rocket UFW-12 Subwoofer

Any thoughts? (I would be great if someone has heard both)

 

[mazersteven]

Welcome to Audioholics

There must be thousands of threads covering the same question all over the internet. Have you tried using the search feature?

 

[mazersteven]

The big question is

Can you fit this into your system?
Dimensions: 12" H x 10.5" D x 25.5" W

Rocket RSC200

The RSC200 is the matching center channel for our Rocket series speakers. Most people call this speaker “Bigfoot.” Bigfoot is nearly two feet wide, a foot tall and almost 40 pounds. This is a serious audiophile grade center channel speaker.

 

[abboudc]

One thing i'd recommend is not necessarily going "in family" with the sub. There are better subs out there for the money that will look good with your speakers and sound better at those price points.

 

[Jey Jockey]

Big center

LOL, they think the 200 is "Bigfoot"...check out the size and weight of my RC64, it doesn't "match" my Axiom M80's but it sounds friggin awesome.

RC-64 Specifications
frequency response 62Hz-21kHz +/-3dB
power handling 200W RMS / 800W Peak
sensitivity 99dB @ 2.83V / 1m
nominal impedance 8 ohms compatible
high frequency drivers 1.25" (3.2cm) Titanium diaphragm compression driver mated to 90x60 square Tractrix® Horn
high freq crossover 1150Hz, 1800Hz
low frequency drivers Quad 6.5" (16.5cm) High-output Cerametallic™ cone woofers
enclosure type Sealed
height 8" (20.3cm)
width 33" (83.8cm)
depth 13.5" (34.3cm)
mounting Uptilt and Downtilt feet
weight 61 lbs (27.7kg)
finishes Cherry or Black Ash wood veneer


BTW, I agree with the above poster about other subs, I suggest you have a look at the Epik subs, rave reviews and tons of performance from this ID only company.

http://www.epiksubwoofers.com/index.html

 

[rnatalli]

I've heard both and these are complete opposites of each others. Axioms have forward highs with a recessed midrange and Rockets are the exact opposite. It all depends on what you like.

 

[Soundman]

I've heard both and these are complete opposites of each others. Axioms have forward highs with a recessed midrange and Rockets are the exact opposite. It all depends on what you like.

I agree, there are alot of factors here. I had some Axioms and didn't like them. Now my Rockets are on the way. To me, the Axioms tended to focus on higher frequencies and would tend to be harsh at high listening levels. This has a lot to do with your room though. The Axioms may be fine for you. I will mention that for HT, i would reccomend the Rockets over the Axioms simply because, the center channel is much better, and the Rockets have a better off-axis response. The built quality of the Axioms can't match the Rockets either. By comparison, the Rockets just look gorgeous. But just take this as a grain of salt. Different people like different speakers. Just keep in mind that these 2 particular brands sound completely different. So, know what you are getting into when you pick one. You could just order a pair of bookshelves from each company and return the one you didn't like. That would give you an idea of the type of sound each company offers. I know AV123 offers free shipping both ways if you want to try out a pair of their bookshelves. Just an idea.

 

[Soundman]

...Oh as for the sub question, I wouldn't get that av123 sub. The Axiom sub is better. However, AV123 has some new subs in the works so it's something to keep an eye on. Or you could just get an SVS sub and be done with it.

 

[mazersteven]

You could just order a pair of bookshelves from each company and return the one you didn't like. That would give you an idea of the type of sound each company offers. I know AV123 offers free shipping both ways if you want to try out a pair of their bookshelves. Just an idea.

Excellent advise.