RBH MC-6 vs. MS AW151 vs. Axiom W2

[rnatalli]

I'm down to these three for in-walls. I've heard RBH, Mordaunt-Short, and Axiom speakers, but never their in-wall offerings. I know the wall itself will affect the sound and I do plan to use enclosures (Axioms already have it). Anyone out there heard any or all of these?

 

[gus6464]

I'm down to these three for in-walls. I've heard RBH, Mordaunt-Short, and Axiom speakers, but never their in-wall offerings. I know the wall itself will affect the sound and I do plan to use enclosures (Axioms already have it). Anyone out there heard any or all of these?

Are the prices between those three around the same?

 

[rnatalli]

Are the prices between those three around the same?

I should have mentioned that. I can get a pair of the MC-6's for around $300; the MS around $400; and Axiom (with custom wood) around $600.

 

[gus6464]

I should have mentioned that. I can get a pair of the MC-6's for around $300; the MS around $400; and Axiom (with custom wood) around $600.

The MC-6 don't come with an enclosure right? I read on another forum that you can order an enclosure for cheap though. I would probably just go for the cheapest since it's mostly gonna be used for mostly movies right?

 

[rnatalli]

Actually, it'll be for music in another room. I'll likely add an x-sub or something.

 

[rnatalli]

I went with the RBH as I got a pair of MC-6's and a MCS-88 (in-wall subwoofer) for $280 shipped. Can't beat that.

 

[Vanhoecke]

Wow that's a great deal. Where did you find it?

 

[ParadigmDawg]

I want to know too. Sounds like a perfect fit for my bedroom set-up.

 

[rnatalli]

I'll find out if he can get more and if so, I'll point you his way.

 

[ParadigmDawg]

Thanks man!!!!!!

I'll find out if he can get more and if so, I'll point you his way.

 

[ChunkyDark]

I've also been looking for some inwalls, but for kitchen. If that deal is available to the general public please let me know.
Thanks!

 

[rnatalli]

I didn't want to leave this hanging. My original source doesn't really have a good deal on RBH anymore, but I did find another source.

http://stores.ebay.com/HiFiTraderOnline

They also sell on Agon. I saw a few negative comments about these guys on another forum, but I have to say I have nothing bad to say about them. Shipping was fast, prices were good, and service was pleasant. I won a pair of MC-6 inwalls for $149 and a matching MC-616 for $99. I received the MC-6's yesterday and they were well packed and in mint condition. They did ship the wrong center speaker to me; they sent the MC-616C. No big deal really as they're already correcting the issue and it's completely understandable. I could have said nothing as I think the MC-616C is worth more anyways. I don't think they have anymore RBH stuff ATM, but keep an eye on them as they have some good deals.

So I now basically have a 5.1 RBH MC Series inwall system for around $530. This includes the dual 8" inwall passive sub. Can't beat that!

 

[ChunkyDark]

Thanks for getting back to us on this thread.
Personally I went a similar route and got a good deal on some infinity inwalls. It was from the harmon-kardon ebay store so they came with full warranty which is nice.
They are going in the kitchen for some background music/npr so not too picky about these.

 

[nova]

That may be a good deal on the price of those RBH speakers but remember, RBH will not warranty speakers purchased from an unauthorized dealer.

 

[ParadigmDawg]

I ended up paying full price for some SpeakerCrafts.

I didn't want to leave this hanging. My original source doesn't really have a good deal on RBH anymore, but I did find another source.

http://stores.ebay.com/HiFiTraderOnline

They also sell on Agon. I saw a few negative comments about these guys on another forum, but I have to say I have nothing bad to say about them. Shipping was fast, prices were good, and service was pleasant. I won a pair of MC-6 inwalls for $149 and a matching MC-616 for $99. I received the MC-6's yesterday and they were well packed and in mint condition. They did ship the wrong center speaker to me; they sent the MC-616C. No big deal really as they're already correcting the issue and it's completely understandable. I could have said nothing as I think the MC-616C is worth more anyways. I don't think they have anymore RBH stuff ATM, but keep an eye on them as they have some good deals.

So I now basically have a 5.1 RBH MC Series inwall system for around $530. This includes the dual 8" inwall passive sub. Can't beat that!

 

[rnatalli]

That may be a good deal on the price of those RBH speakers but remember, RBH will not warranty speakers purchased from an unauthorized dealer.

True, but for the price, I'm willing to chance it. I doubt all the speakers would need warranty work so if one fails, I'll simply replace it. It still costs less overall.