HTD Versa HTS1

[BoredSysAdmin]

yes, don't do axiom at all, in particular, VP150 center. it's morbidly bad. VTF-2 should be large enough for your space unless you caught the deepbassfluenza virus. It's quite dangerous, especially for your neighbours
Stick with original HTD plan, and as James suggested, if possible save more on surrounds

 

[shadyJ]

Thoughts on either the Axiom M3 on Wall with VP150 center or running RSLs CG23 for the fronts and CG3s in the rear. I’d use a larger sub like the HSU VTF-3 recommended (or Monolith 15THX).

I don't see anything obviously wrong with the M3s, except that the cabinet is a bit small for that kind of woofer. The VP150, on the other hand, is a very problematic design. Avoid that at all costs. Two tweeters spaced apart on a horizontal plane like that is a terrible idea.

The RSL CG23 shouldn't really be wall-mounted. They are intended to be a free-standing speaker and will likely run into acoustic problems if placed so close to a wall. They might still sound OK, but that kind of placement really compromises them.

If I were you, I would be looking at certain kinds of on-walls. The Versa speakers might be OK. Again, if it were me and I were looking at on-walls, I would also look at the JBL Pro Control 5s.

 

[sbinkley]

I don't see anything obviously wrong with the M3s, except that the cabinet is a bit small for that kind of woofer. The VP150, on the other hand, is a very problematic design. Avoid that at all costs. Two tweeters spaced apart on a horizontal plane like that is a terrible idea.

The RSL CG23 shouldn't really be wall-mounted. They are intended to be a free-standing speaker and will likely run into acoustic problems if placed so close to a wall. They might still sound OK, but that kind of placement really compromises them.

If I were you, I would be looking at certain kinds of on-walls. The Versa speakers might be OK. Again, if it were me and I were looking at on-walls, I would also look at the JBL Pro Control 5s.

Does JBL make a specific center channel. I was looking at these and worried they are more for music? This system will be mostly for watching movies.

 

[sbinkley]

yes, don't do axiom at all, in particular, VP150 center. it's morbidly bad. VTF-2 should be large enough for your space unless you caught the deepbassfluenza virus. It's quite dangerous, especially for your neighbours
Stick with original HTD plan, and as James suggested, if possible save more on surrounds

Thanks for the suggestion on the sub. I definitely do not have deepbassfluenza haha! I thought a 10-12” would be plenty.

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

Does JBL make a specific center channel. I was looking at these and worried they are more for music? This system will be mostly for watching movies.

JBL Arena speakers are often on very deep sale. Look out for good deals.

 

[zieglj01]

Thanks for the suggestion on the sub. I definitely do not have deepbassfluenza haha! I thought a 10-12” would be plenty.

Look at the Canton on-wall speakers -- they make some nice stuff -- and you have 5 inch woofers
https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/cantgle417blka/canton-gle-417-5-2-way-on-wall-lcr-speaker-black-each/1.html#!specifications

 

[sbinkley]

Look at the Canton on-wall speakers -- they make some nice stuff -- and you have 5 inch woofers
https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/cantgle417blka/canton-gle-417-5-2-way-on-wall-lcr-speaker-black-each/1.html#!specifications

never heard of that brand, I will look into them.

 

[zieglj01]

never heard of that brand, I will look into them.

Keep them on a short list -- they make good stuff -- I own their GLS 2 bookshelf speakers, and I much prefer them over the likes of HTD, and many JBL speakers which I have owned

Your call

 

[snakeeyes]

Keep them on a short list -- they make good stuff -- I own their GLS 2 bookshelf speakers, and I much prefer them over the likes of HTD, and many JBL speakers which I have owned

Your call

Do you like the Kef speakers? I know they are a bit more expensive.

 

[sbinkley]

Do you like the Kef speakers? I know they are a bit more expensive.

Kef would probably be out of my budget. 3 of the GLE 416/417s for front channels or 1 for the center and a pair of Pro XL.3 for the left and right? I'll keep this setup in mind.

 

[zieglj01]

Do you like the Kef speakers? I know they are a bit more expensive.

They are not bad -- I would still lean towards Canton and those discounted prices are good -- but again, it is your call

 

[zieglj01]

Kef would probably be out of my budget. 3 of the GLE 416/417s for front channels or 1 for the center and a pair of Pro XL.3 for the left and right? I'll keep this setup in mind.

I would go with the 416 or 417 for the front 3 channels -- I would use the pro for surrounds

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

Look at the Canton on-wall speakers -- they make some nice stuff -- and you have 5 inch woofers
https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/cantgle417blka/canton-gle-417-5-2-way-on-wall-lcr-speaker-black-each/1.html#!specifications

Two thumbs up! Great deal Z. I'd get them if I was looking for on-wall

 

[snakeeyes]

They are not bad -- I would still lean towards Canton and those discounted prices are good -- but again, it is your call

I trust you ears. Your thread led me to the QA 3020. I am still very curious about the Cantons too. I need actually a set of bookshelves for the master bedroom after I move the QA 3020 to the living room. But I mostly need a setup in the theater room/man cave so unsure what will end up where after I start demos. I have been enjoying the research but looking for a good deal even if I have to wait for it.

 

[zieglj01]

I trust you ears. Your thread led me to the QA 3020. I am still very curious about the Cantons too. I need actually a set of bookshelves for the master bedroom after I move the QA 3020 to the living room.

For the bedroom, I would check into Peachtree Audio on heavy closeout pricing

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Peachtree-Audio-DS4-5-Bookshelf-Speakers-Birdseye-Maple-PAIR/323384938884

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Peachtree-Audio-D4-Bookshelf-Speakers-Swirl-Maple-PAIR-/223091728696?hash=item33f14da138

 

[snakeeyes]

For the bedroom, I would check into Peachtree Audio on heavy closeout pricing

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Peachtree-Audio-DS4-5-Bookshelf-Speakers-Birdseye-Maple-PAIR/323384938884

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Peachtree-Audio-D4-Bookshelf-Speakers-Swirl-Maple-PAIR-/223091728696?hash=item33f14da138

Ya looking more for a litttle bit larger speaker in bedroom and crossover at AVR at 80 hz or near that to my sub. Probably the Canton 502.2 could work. Wonder if they go on sale again lower than $399 pr.

 

[zieglj01]

Ya looking more for a litttle bit larger speaker in bedroom and crossover at AVR at 80 hz or near that to my sub. Probably the Canton 502.2 could work. Wonder if they go on sale again lower than $399 pr.

I once owned a 3" two-way speaker that would embarrass many 5-1/4" woofers -- that for sure is one set that I sold and miss -- my guess is that around Thanksgiving and Christmas that those Cantons will go on sale

 

[KEW]

JBL Arena speakers are often on very deep sale. Look out for good deals.

I think this is what James is referring to:
https://www.amazon.com/JBL-Bookshelf-Surround-Speaker-Special/dp/B01EYJZYQ2

MSRP of $200/pr.

 

[shadyJ]

I think this is what James is referring to:
https://www.amazon.com/JBL-Bookshelf-Surround-Speaker-Special/dp/B01EYJZYQ2

MSRP of $200/pr.

Not quite, but those arena speaker look like they would work too. I was referring to these. They are monitors intended to be wall-mounted.

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

I think this is what James is referring to:
https://www.amazon.com/JBL-Bookshelf-Surround-Speaker-Special/dp/B01EYJZYQ2

MSRP of $200/pr.

thanks. Look very similar to area 120, which are pretty decent for tiny speakers