I'm fairly new to HT and would appreciate some advice on upgrading from my current set up(a $350 Sony HTIB).

I'm looking to choose between a Bose lifestyle 48 and an Axiom Epic 60-350 7.1(with a vp150). I'm getting a farely good deal on the Bose for $2500(the MSRP is $4000). If I choose to get the Axiom, I want to feel confident that I am getting a significantly better product.

My room dimensions are 7.5x18.5x20.5(HxWxL). Any advice would be greatly appreciated.