I have read some good (sometimes glowing) reviews on these internet brands but have only read one opinion from someone who actually owns them (Rockets) and he loves them.
Both these brands seem to give you a lot of bang for you buck. And they both have packages within my budget.

http://axiomaudio.com/products.html

http://av123.com/index.php?option=co...d=19&Itemid=37

My issue is that I can't go listen to them. I know both have a 30 day in home trial but that seems like one big PIA. I mean, having to order them, pay for them, unpack them, hook them up just to audition them seems much too cumbersome. Not to mention repack them and ship them, at my own expense, if I don't like them.

Most of you here seem to be quite knowledgeable so I was wondering if anyone here owns or has heard them (either brand)? If so, what was your opinion?
Do you know of anyone who has experience with these?
Do you think it would be worth it to get these to my home and audition them?


P.S. Yes I know I started a thread about on wall speakers because the wife doesn't want big speakers in the living room but I think I may be able to convince her that floor standers are the way to go.