Brian
Unequivocally the Lamm ML 2.1
As good as the Emitter is the Lamm is just so much better and is a great match for the MAXX. Listen to what Marty is trying to tell you.
Brian have a read of this for your speakers and the ML 2.1
http://www.soundstage.com/revequip/lamm_ml21_followup.htm
BTW Brian you will need to get those new MAXX lll's :)