I'd mount both of them on the back wall. I've got my QS8's that way for exactly the reason you cite. The Axiom surrounds disperse very, very well. I think you'll be happier both aesthetically and sonically with a symmetrical placement.

The Axiom setup you describe is going to be noticably superior to any Bose system, IMO.

Enjoy your new stuff!

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