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I'd go "phantom center" if you find the C1.2 inadequate.

I wouldn't turn a floorstander on its side. Really, even a purpose built horizontal center is a compromise.

Aside a little more output, you wouldn't gain much. If you could put it vertical like it was design to, then, you would have quite the front stage. You should give the B2s a try, someting tells me that you would like.

You've got absolutely nothing to lose by trying the B2.2 since you already have it in your possession! Use it!

Will do, thank you for the suggestion.

I use F2s as fronts with B2 as center,much better than the C2.

I will definitely have to try it, thank you.

Speaking of the weakness of the C1s as the center, what are some alternatives the you guys have used for the center?

Jacob

2x AS F2 (mains)
2x AS B2 (rears)
1x AS P400 (sub)
1x AS C1 (center)
2x AS B1 (height)

Onkyo TXNR807

Looking for a pair of B2's or B1's if any has any for sale send me a PM.

There are some B1's on ebay that nobody has bid on yet.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ATHENA-AS-B1...04005868183213

And another pair here that still has 3 days left.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/pair-of-Athe...item19ce607522

I'll also take some F1's or F2's if your close to NC.

Just a heads up, I'm currently selling a pair of Athena f2's and the Athena C1 center speaker on eBay. Center is in great condition, F2's have minor cosmetic damage from shipping, but work excellent. Selling for cheap due to moving soon.

And you would be 8 hours away from me ...

I might be willing to ship if no one buys. I'll check back after the auction with an update.

Need your opinions please, is 500$ a reasonable offer for this setup in good 8 of 10 condition?

The speakers included in the set are the following, 5 total

(2) The AS-F2 Speaker is the flagship of the AUDITION series, designed for use in larger rooms or systems. A recommended component from StereoPhile Magazine, the AS-F2 has incredible bass response, and articulate midrange and highs. Utilizing athena's 1" Teteron dome tweeter and Two 8" Injection Molded Polypropylene woofers provide huge sound in a price you won't believe! The AS-F2 is fully magnetically shielded, so it is ready to perform in your Audio Video system.
Power handling is a huge 250 watts for each speaker, and with its high 93dB efficiency will fill even the largest of homes with clear powerful sound.

(1) The AS-C1 is the matching center channel for any Audition based Home Theater System. The small size of the AS-C1 allows flexible placement, and it is magnetically shielded, so placement can be above, below or beside your TV. The AS-C1 is also a multi purpose speaker, that can be oriented vertically, so, you can utilize the AS-C1 as a center channel, a pair as left and right speakers, or you can use three of them across the front of your home theatre in an LCR configuration for precise tonal matching.
Featuring dual 5-1/2 Injection Molded Polypropylene woofers, and the athena 1" Teteron tweeter, the AS-C1 is capable of handling 150 watts of full range power. The AS-C1 in its bass reflex enclosure will astound you with its clarity, bass response, and sound output capabilities.

(2) The AS-R1 Speaker, which recieved the Sound and Vision’s Reviewer’s Choice Award when it was orginally introduced, is a bi-pole rear channel speaker designed to complement your Audition Series speakers in a home theater system. The AS-R1 is primarily designed to be wall mounted, it even comes with a simple and versatile mounting system already attached to the speakers. Additionally, there’s an insert for an optional wall mount bracket called the Macromount that will provide additional flexibility in your installation if required. Dual 1" Teteron dome tweeters in a bi-polar configuration will provide clear extended high frequencies, and the Injection Molded Polypropylene 5-1/2" woofer provides authoritative bass response down to 80Hz. The AS-R1 is recommended for use with any Audition or SCT Series product. The AS-R1 is finished in silver, an exact match to the Audition series front baffles. The AS-R1 it comes with a full faced, black cloth removable grill.

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I'd go for it. Of course, my opinion may be bias . I know that some would say that they were only $xx 6,7 years ago, but in my opinion, it would be difficult to get the same or close to same quality new for $500. The AS-F2s are very competitive for a "budget" tower.

cheers

Same here. I think that's a good price. Leave a little wiggle room for negotiation thought. Those as-r1's are pretty rare actually. Hardly anyone bought those. I always wanted a pair to try out with my b1's.

oh, I had 2 pairs and sold them he he

Funny, I was just about to look up this thread and ask about selling my set. They are in pristine condition and same as the above; F2, C1, and R1. My set is at least a 8/10 if not higher. I think there is one small scuff on the front of one of the towers. I want to get rid of them, but I'm not interested in shipping them because of the cost involved. Also, I realize selling them locally may be tough (Little Rock, AR). I was thinking of putting them on Craigslist Dallas, Texarkana, Memphis, and Tulsa and would just deliver them halfway or right to the border of the state myself (2 hr drive in any direction). I know gas is costly, but from those areas most people could meet me halfway and still save a ton. Plus, I'd have piece of mind knowing they'd be delivered carefully and not tossed about.

So...if anyone is reading this from one of those areas and wants to throw $500 my way....!!

Ok I offered them at 400 and threw in a Dayton 12 sub, seems like a smoking deal to me

That setup would shame anything at that price and then some.

Thanks

Before I get my new sub, I have been trying a couple of older subs that have been sitting around. One is the Athena As P400. Seems pretty good but my question is the front frequency knob. The website says you match the model number of your front Athena speakers. I don't have Athena I have Boston Acoustics. The numbers go as high as 120. Should I put the frequency at the highest at 120, 100, 80, half? My Yamaha receiver is set at 80 hz I think. Thanks for any advice.

What's the lower frequency response for your boston's? I'd set it a little higher than that. If you don't know what it is I would start at 100 hz and work your way down. Unless they are very small speakers then I would put it on 120 and leave it.

I'm not sure but they are not small. They are 965's towers if that helps. Actually powered subwoofer in them. I spilt the difference a bit and set at 80-90. Is there a problem being to low than to high? I will see if I can find a old manual. This are 10+ years old. Thanks

On the sub itself it won't make any difference as far as harming the sub. For your entire system playback you could potentially have a null in frequency response if it is set too low. Once you find out the lowest frequency your speakers can play, for conversation sake let's say 60 hz, I would set at 60 and possibly higher than that. That's just a starting point though. The placement of your main speakers can have an ill effect on the sound. Keeping with the same 60 hz scenario, if you're not getting good response from your mains because of your placement you may once again have a null. Setting up a sub correctly can be very time consuming.

Don't I know it now. Thanks, I will try different settings but so far when I turn up the volume, the sound is deep and clean. In your opinion and assuming the placement is correct, would a more expensive ID sub in the $500 range or even a lower priced 15 inch with maximum output be worth the upgrade as the sub is in a very large downstairs family room but open to the kitchen, LR, DR, etc. However, the TV viewing and speakers are in a corner of the downstairs, approx. 15 x 20 x 10 ft ceilings+-.

Without a doubt. While I loved the sound of the athena speakers, their subs always left something to be desired. Was mostly extension and output, but the sound to me wasn't incredibly clean.

Most of the ID brands have good subs in the $500 range. A better option is diy if you're even the least bit handy with tools.

Thanks for all your insight. Just having trouble pulling the trigger on another $500. So far the 400 seems as good as any sub in the price range of $150-$250. It looks pretty good and I really like the controls in the front. One thing I think that makes the overall sound good is the 8 inch subs in my fronts and the BA VR12 is an amazing center in my opinion.

I debated about purchasing a 12" or 15" big name sub to repace my AS-P400, but instead I added a second AS-P400 to create a 7.2 all Athena setup. The second sub really makes placement less of an issue, and I am very happy with the results, especially in music.

2x AS-F2 fronts
1x AS-C1 center
4x AS-R1 surrounds
2x AS-P400 subs

Yep, I went down the same path.  One year later I got 2 ED subs instead.  Be warned, you have the bug!