Here's a link giving an example of what I'm describing.
http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volume_9_3/feature-article-multiple-crossovers-9-2002.htmlStart reading about 3/4 the way down, starting with the topic line: Mixing high and low frequency crossovers in a multi-channel set up.
So I guess if I were to get the M80's I should cross them over at 80hz for home theater use, maybe lower for 2 channel/direct mode (provided I get acceptable bass response). I do have a Radio Shack SPL meter and Digital Video Essentials for calibrating, by the way.
I guess what this boils down to is would upgrading to M80's be a significant improvement over M22's?