Like mdrew and HomeDad, I also went from Bose to Axiom. The Bose looks great but lacks bass punch. Still, it gave me years of agreeable sound.
The Axiom system sounds better in many ways. I'm still calibrating, as the room is a BIIIIGGGG factor in the sound. Regardless, the Axioms have provided "WOW" moments, especially in movies. They have better clarity and can be played much louder. I think at times I was expecting more "WOW", but I am impressed with the overall clean nature of the sound. Plus, it's hard for the Axioms to grab the Wow Factor (TM) from the visuals of my new HT. Imagine, if you will, going from a 32" CRT to an 88" HiDef screen.
But I agree with everyone - unless your need for aesthetics demands little cubes, go for the Axioms. And the EP500. It'll knock you around, but you'll like it and ask for more.
