Theo,

I decided to keep my LMC-1, even though it's quirky and should get a firmware update, which may not happen. Peter wrote a review in the water cooler forum where he lists the quirks. He returned his.

I like the sound quality even though I am a beginner in audio equipment. The LPA-1 is big enough for me. It plays loud and clean. I think it would do a good job with your M80s.

I think Emotiva will be coming out soon with new HDMI processors.

Good luck,

Rodney

Denon AVR-3312ci
Mains: M22 v2
Center: VP150 v2
Surrounds: QS8s v2
Sub: HSU VTF-2 MK3