I thought that Axiom initially was a participant and then did an about face when the testing criteria was going to expose some weaknesses in a $2300 sub?

On you perceived value point AH isn't the first to analyze and discuss Axiom subs. Ilkka at HTS did two rounds of testing on the EP600 years ago and it wasn't flattering to something that cost North of $1600. Did Axiom have a spat with HTS and Ilkka or did they release revision?