Hi,
Just adding my $0.02. I have listened to a number of speaker systems including Axiom and can easily say that you get the best bang for the buck in product and sound qualities from Axiom. They beat all the manufacturers you state at similar to higher price points.
If there is one thing I would look to for additional options, it would be the subwoofer. Not that Axiom's are bad, its just that there are many internet direct & brick and mortar companies that have excellent products with a great value. Some brands you could look at are SVS, HSU, Outlaw, Elemental Designs, Velodyne, to name just a few. It all boils down to your budget. You may end up paying less than an Axiom subwoofer and still be happy!
