Even though that review is 5 years old, the Axiom system was rated very highly by the reviewer at that time. V4 models have taken over now. Be advised, my experience, (and I have lots) with many comments on other forums is that there is a lot of hearsay & parroting by most people who comment. Unfortunately, they've never actually heard them.
Home Theater Shack has tested Axioms along with other brands over the past couple of years. I find that their work is very credible & pragmatic - much more so than many other sites.
These links will provide you with a good overview of what Axioms are all about:
http://www.hometheatershack.com/forums/h...tion-event.htmlhttp://www.hometheatershack.com/forums/h...ker-review.htmlhttp://www.hometheatershack.com/forums/h...g-speakers.htmlhttp://www.hometheatershack.com/forums/s...ier-review.htmlhttp://www.hometheatershack.com/forums/s...tem-review.htmlhttp://www.hometheatershack.com/forums/s...ker-review.htmlhttp://www.hometheatershack.com/forums/s...ker-review.htmlThis roundup test included a Paradigm:
http://www.hometheatershack.com/forums/h...tion-event.htmlHopefully these articles will dispel any doubts that you may have. Good luck in your quest...
TAM