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AXS TV gives music fans more than performance clips: concerts, artist stories, and music-history shows share the schedule with classic wrestling replays. The channel launched as HDNet in 2001 before rebranding as AXS TV in 2012, when its focus shifted toward live music and entertainment. “Music’s Greatest Mysteries” explores pop-culture questions, while “The Top Ten Revealed” spotlights memorable songs and artists.
The linear channel is available through select cable, satellite, and live TV streaming packages. AXS also operates a free, ad-supported streaming channel called AXS TV NOW, but its programming differs from the main pay TV feed.
We’ll help you find AXS TV channel numbers and compare TV plans so you can choose a viewing option that carries the programs you came for.
What channel is AXS TV on near me?
AXS TV channel numbers vary by TV provider and location. Cable and satellite providers may assign different numbers, while live TV streaming services generally list it by name.
Use the table below to find AXS TV channel numbers by city and provider. If your area or provider isn’t listed, enter your zip code below to find local TV providers and compare their lineups.
AXS TV channel numbers in major U.S. cities
AXS TV Channel Guide
| City | DIRECTV | DISH | Spectrum | Xfinity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
340 | 167 | – | 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | – | |
340 | 167 | 740 | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | 299 | – | |
340 | 167 | 1819 | – | |
340 | 167 | – | 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | – | |
340 | 167 | – | – | |
340 | 167 | 97 | – | |
340 | 167 | 299 | – | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | 1266 | – | |
340 | 167 | 1266 | – | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | 1266 | – | |
340 | 167 | 770 | – | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | 299 | – | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | 770 | – | |
340 | 167 | – | 31925 | |
340 | 167 | 1588 | – | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | 1195 | 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | 31925 | |
340 | 167 | 299 | – | |
340 | 167 | – | – | |
340 | 167 | 299 | – | |
340 | 167 | 928 | – | |
340 | 167 | – | 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | 1266 | – | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | – | |
340 | 167 | 299 | – | |
340 | 167 | – | – | |
340 | 167 | 1303 | 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | – | |
340 | 167 | – | 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | 31925 | |
340 | 167 | 299 | – | |
340 | 167 | 299 | – | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 | |
340 | 167 | 857 | – | |
340 | 167 | – | 31925 | |
340 | 167 | 1303 | 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | 31925 | |
340 | 167 | – | 1613 / 31925 |
Data effective as of post date. Channel numbers and availability may vary by location and package.
How to get AXS TV
AXS TV is available through participating cable and satellite providers, plus live TV streaming services. Philo includes the network in its Essential plan for $25 per month, while Sling Orange and Sling Blue also carry the channel. DIRECTV and DISH offer AXS TV in eligible packages.
For a free alternative, AXS TV NOW streams music and entertainment programming with ads. Its schedule doesn’t mirror the main AXS TV channel, so a paid TV plan is the more reliable choice if you’re looking for a specific show or classic wrestling replay.
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Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
What’s on AXS TV?
Music is a major part of AXS TV’s identity. “Music’s Greatest Mysteries” investigates stories behind songs and performers, while “The Top Ten Revealed” and “A Year in Music” revisit memorable hits and music history.
Concert programming and artist interviews bring performances and personalities to the schedule. AXS TV also airs classic TNA wrestling programs like “Impact on Spike,” though new episodes of “TNA iMPACT!” now air on AMC and AMC+, not AXS TV.
AXS TV channel FAQ
What's the cheapest way to get AXS TV?
Philo Essential is the lowest-cost ongoing live TV streaming plan we verified for AXS TV, at $25 per month.
Can I get AXS TV as a standalone subscription?
No. The linear AXS TV network doesn't offer a standalone streaming subscription. You must subscribe to a participating cable, satellite, or live TV streaming service to tune in.
Does AXS TV still show TNA wrestling?
Yes, but only older TNA programming, including "Impact on Spike" and other archival specials. New episodes of "TNA iMPACT!" air on AMC and AMC+, with streaming also available through TNA+.
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