I also seriously considered Paradigm because I liked the sound when I listened to their set up. Although I never had the chance to audition Axioms, I decided to go for Axioms based on my readings and Axiom's speaker specifications. Besides for the less than the price of Paradigm Studio 20, I can have the Epic 80. A floor standing logically will sound fuller than a bookshelf.

I am happy with my purchase and if you like Paradigm, you will like Axioms.