@fsmithjack I'm a Pass Labs fan but not having heard the MLs I cannot speak to that comparison.
However, if you are open to other amps, @rsf507 's recommendation to pair your M1 SE (M12) with the M28s, is an excellent one.
I was very impressed with the M28s (by themselves). Once they were fronted with a full on M12, those I was with for that initial audition gave the intra-brand pairing even higher marks. I believe albertportis is listing both components.
All the best with your search and final choices.
However, if you are open to other amps, @rsf507 's recommendation to pair your M1 SE (M12) with the M28s, is an excellent one.
I was very impressed with the M28s (by themselves). Once they were fronted with a full on M12, those I was with for that initial audition gave the intra-brand pairing even higher marks. I believe albertportis is listing both components.
All the best with your search and final choices.