thanks for everyones advice.

I think I will go with the 7.1 setup I will be roughly 4-5 feet in front of them and since I am currently running the wiring I will just do it now and be done with it.

As for the reciever I actually have access to a Onkyo SR604 and decided to keep it and pass on getting a different reciever and put the money towards other items instead.

I didn't mention the sub yet as I was given a JBL 12" sub that I currently have hooked up and sounds great that I will eventually upgrade as well depending on how it sounds with the axiom speakers.

My curiosity was peaked a little on the reason of using the M22 instead of the center speaker is thier a particular reason other than the $30 cheaper?

Lastly if anyone has any other suggestion right now that would be great as I will be contacting axiom this week.

Chris