Well, you can check and see if anyone is near you for an audition. This way you can at least get a handle on how Axioms sound. It would seem important to get a speaker in your room, though, just to see how the room acoustics will affect it.
Talk to Axiom. If I remember correctly, I don't think custom made speakers are returnable. Maybe order a vinyl finish, live with it for a couple of weeks in order to evaluate it, and if everything sounds good put in an order for a custom finish. Then return the vinyl test speaker. I don't mean to be so liberal with Axiom's return policy, but give them a call and discuss the situation. They'll do their best to steer you in the right direction.
