VM6 vs FPM2 as rear surround speakers

[goe2112]

I'm looking into purchasing surround wall mounted speakers to complement my N804's and NHTM2 speakers. I'm not interested in investing into the SMCS rear speakers. My system will only be a 5.1 set-up . I checked the internet and from what I saw both models are approx. $450 each.

I will be relocating to the states. My equipment will be purchased new and will be simplified. A Dolby Digital 5.1 receiver, an oppo universal player, and a emotiva XPA-5 amp. Subwoofer will be purchased later.

If the price of the VM6 and the FPM2 are similiar, which one would you choose. I have not heard either and have not had the opportunity nor time to look into this, due to travel obligations.

I appreciate comments from anyone with experience with these two different models.

Joe

[hifiguymi]

Get the VM6. It's much better than the FPM2. The VM6 uses the same drivers as the CM1 and is a much newer design. The VM6 is only available in black so as long as the color is OK get the VM6.

Eric

[artv4]

Get the VM6. It's much better than the FPM2. The VM6 uses the same drivers as the CM1 and is a much newer design. The VM6 is only available in black so as long as the color is OK get the VM6.

Eric

the vm6 also comes in silver

[hifiguymi]

the vm6 also comes in silver

No, it's black only. That is according to the last price list I have (dated July of this year) and B&W's website.

http://www.bowers-wilkins.com/display.aspx?infid=2509&terid=2512

Eric

[Alpha231]

Yes, black only... if you want silver you have to go VM1

[artv4]

my bad lol

[Alpha231]

Here are a few pictures from B&W's Training Center in Worthing...
VM1's and LM1's

FPM's and M1's

[goe2112]

Thanks for the advice concerning the wall mount speakers. As soon as I get a chance I will be searching for a dealer who has them available in the Detroit area for auditioning.
Appreciate the replies and recommendations.
Thanks,
Tschuss Joe