Axiom Home Page Forums General Discussion Advice from Axiom Owners M2 vs M3 for Surrounds

So normally I would think the larger driver would be the better speaker. But considering the frequencies reproduced in surround channels, which is better the M2 or the M3? Does the on wall vs bookshelf make a difference in this discussion.

The M5.

Bookshelf for you because you want more bass. Mount it with an FMB.

Interested in this as well, was considering using some on-walls as Atmos heights.
Anyone have thoughts on which one would work best?

I’m using M3’s for heights and M3ow for tops but I imagine that you could use on walls all around

M5.

Having listened to only the M5 and not the the M2 or M3s, I'm thinking the smaller driver will out perform the larger ones in the on wall series (due to cabinet size) especially when you take into consideration the signal being sent to the rear or front presence channels, or ATMOS. The only down side to the M2 and M3 is that they are nowhere near as sexy as the High Powered M5's.... here's a pic to prove my point!

The M5 outperforms the M2 and M3 always. That is an Axiom.

Rebulx, the M3 sounds like an M50 but less full and the M2 sounds like an M5 with less bass. The M3 and M2 sound very different. The M2 is 720p and the M3 is 480i.

Your M5s look swanky particularly with those roses you gave yourself.

I'll take your word for it Mojo, but considering the signals for ATMOS don't you think the M2 would be the better choice? Curious, as that is where i'm heading. I still have the M5's on walls and M80 on walls.

What is it about the atmos signals that you think are better suited to the M2?

Atmos is full spectrum and dynamic range. Perfect for M5 or QS10. The M2 and M3 will distort long before the M5.

You want bass to originate from the intended channel. Strive to assign the sub to the .1 channel. Like me. Moooowaaahaha. Sounds so incredible!

I always thought surround rears and ATMOS were for frequencies above 80-100 hz. I guess it is true, you learn something everyday!