Kodiak, I've been thinking about your predicament. You have an older receiver. You also really seem to like your holographic imaging which I think only a few of us on this board seem to appreciate - maybe because of proper room or set-up.
I have found fewer drivers image better. I can drop the M2 bookshelves pretty much anywhere and instant holography. And frankly, they go loud enough even with an ancient receiver. But they do need subs. Maybe you ought to consider a couple of M2v4 bookshelves and EP125v4.
I am willing to bet they will be more satisfying than your M60ti.
