Mid/Up Scale and In Wall Choices

[DBooger]

I’m looking for critiques / suggestions for a dedicated home theater. While I’m not a blue-blood audiophile, I love good music played over good equipment. The sad reality is that my HT will probably be used 75% to 80% for movies. I have a windowless 13.5’ by 16’ room prewired for 5.1. I estimated total “cubes” at just under 2,500.

For L / R / C, I’m looking at either the B&W Signature 7NT (L/R) plus a CWM Cinema (C), or the RBH MC-83 for all three channels. Am I wrong in thinking that in-wall / on-wall Axiom doesn’t compete here? For these three channels, I MIGHT consider floor standing. Also, how important are the factory provided “mounting boxes” for in-walls?

I’m sure I want in-wall / on-wall for my surrounds, and am leaning towards a monopole / dipole “switchable” unit such as the B&W CDS6 S3. The RBH surround option is not switchable. Obviously, I’d ensure that the entire 5.1 system was from the same manufacturer.

For subs, I’m considering a single B&W ASW 650, but could easily back off to a 600. The RBH option is a TS10-AP.

There is an adjacent but separate game room, when sonic quality is less important, but that’s not to suggest I want crap in there. This room would be Zone 2, and would be two ceiling mounted speakers. I’m open here.

Oh, I'll probably run a Denon 4306. Thanks!

 

[CJO]

If sound is your priority and you want an inwall speaker, I'd say that a backbox is a must. I've been using Triad speakers and am very impressed by their inwalls. You might want to take a look too.

CJ

 

[AVRat]

Those are good options. The “back-boxes” will help the in-walls’ bass response, but I don’t feel they’re necessary. If you’re truly looking for deep visceral impact for your HT experience, then I suggest (I know it sounds like a broken record here) your money will be better spent on an HSU or SVS sub.

 

[DBooger]

CJO and AVRat, thanks much. I know "noob" questions are tiresome. FWIW, effort was exerted: this question was boiled down after one month of lurking, comparing reviews, following posts, etc.

Thanks again.

 

[majorloser]

Triad

I'll have to agree on the suggestion for Triad In-walls. They are high quality speakers that are specifically designed for in-wall installations.

http://www.triadspeakers.com/

(And NO, they ain't cheap)

 

[TRZ06]

I’m looking for critiques / suggestions for a dedicated home theater. While I’m not a blue-blood audiophile, I love good music played over good equipment. The sad reality is that my HT will probably be used 75% to 80% for movies. I have a windowless 13.5’ by 16’ room prewired for 5.1. I estimated total “cubes” at just under 2,500.

For L / R / C, I’m looking at either the B&W Signature 7NT (L/R) plus a CWM Cinema (C), or the RBH MC-83 for all three channels. Am I wrong in thinking that in-wall / on-wall Axiom doesn’t compete here? For these three channels, I MIGHT consider floor standing. Also, how important are the factory provided “mounting boxes” for in-walls?

I’m sure I want in-wall / on-wall for my surrounds, and am leaning towards a monopole / dipole “switchable” unit such as the B&W CDS6 S3. The RBH surround option is not switchable. Obviously, I’d ensure that the entire 5.1 system was from the same manufacturer.

For subs, I’m considering a single B&W ASW 650, but could easily back off to a 600. The RBH option is a TS10-AP.

There is an adjacent but separate game room, when sonic quality is less important, but that’s not to suggest I want crap in there. This room would be Zone 2, and would be two ceiling mounted speakers. I’m open here.

Oh, I'll probably run a Denon 4306. Thanks!

I have the B&W Sig. 7NT without a box and they sound amazing. My dealer said they actually perform better without a box, as a box should only be used if you need it for sound deafning for a joining room.