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We currently own a pair of 3 way MH5 bookshelves. I want to go to M60s or M80s. Other than loudness or more bass will either make a big difference? I'm looking for more clarity and crispness

I have both the M5's and M80's and have swapped them out to listen several times. I currently use the 80's as the mains and 5's as surrounds.

I think the 80's are better in all areas, except the size factor. I run dual EP500's with both and enjoy this setup.

I have M5s and M80s (13'x18', 14'x19' rooms respectively) and while the M80s are crisper, particularly at higher volumes, I don't think I'd upgrade for that reason alone. (In my case I wanted louder, and more bass without a sub.) I haven't swapped them though, so it's not a perfect comparison.

Unless your room size dictates the larger speaker I'd recommend going with the M60s.

As far as crispness goes I like the M2s and M22s best. Not that the other speakers aren't clean, the smaller speakers just seem better in that regard.

Mojak, it could be the bass from M3s and M5s within your room is altering your perception of "clarity" and "crispness". I recommend you try M2s, M50s or M60s (all v4).

All of those do not try to reach into depths they shouldn't be exploiting in non-ideal rooms. The room boosts their depressed lows just enough to make them very enjoyable.

Out of those three, I could - and sometimes do - listen to the M50s all day.

I went ahead and traded the 5s for a pair of M80s. If I don't notice a difference that helps, I'll go plan C and get a pair of 60s. I know our room isn't ideal. Not treated at all. Just n open family room & kitchen area.