Hello-

I have been looking at a set of Axiom speakers to upgrade the existing speakers in my home theater. I need some help in deciding on which system to "pull the trigger" on. The room size is approximately 13' x 13' x 8'. Usage would include daily TV viewing, DVD movies, and some music listening. My budget is right around $2000. I have a Yamaha RX-V2500 receiver (130W x 7), and a Sony 61" RPTV. Here are the two systems that I am thinking about putting together.

Polk Setup

Polk Audio RTi10 (Main) $ 849.98
Polk Audio CSi5 (Center) $ 359.99
Polk Audio RTi6 (Surround) $ 339.99
Polk Audio PSW505 (Sub) $ 449.99
B-Tech BT77 Brackets $ 59.99

Total $2059.94

Axiom Setup

Axiom M60ti (Main) $ 900.00
Axiom VP150 (Center) $ 385.00
Axiom QS8 (Surround) $ 500.00
Axiom EP350 (Sub) $ 650.00
Metal Brackets $ 74.00

Total (less 5% discount) $2383.55

The Polk system is about $300 cheaper. A guy at my work has the exact Polk system, and raves about it all of the time. I have been in contact with Axiom, and they state that their system will be far superior to the Polk system.

Thoughts??


- David