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![](/boards/images/icons/default/book.gif) MH5 v M60 or M80
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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
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![](/boards/images/icons/default/book.gif) Re: MH5 v M60 or M80
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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.
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![](/boards/images/icons/default/book.gif) Re: MH5 v M60 or M80
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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.
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![](/boards/images/icons/default/book.gif) Re: MH5 v M60 or M80
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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.
House of the Rising Sone Out in the mid or far field Dedicated mid-woofers are over-rated
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![](/boards/images/icons/default/book.gif) Re: MH5 v M60 or M80
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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.
Last edited by Mojak; 08/23/24 03:46 AM.
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