Which puts a new complexion on things. If he is seriously considering M80s himself, do you screw him over with the Onkyo? Myself, I would in a heartbeat [scumbag tortured me for years (mine not yours)]). Most likely though, he'll just be wishy washy so strike while the iron is hot.
As for veils, they can be pretty diaphanous, so lifting one may actually be a pretty minor adjustment. Like pulling earplugs might be a more dramatic statement (not from me as I have not heard the 60s).