It strikes me that M need to introduce a new Series, alongside the G Series, but at an entry-level price point. This "H" Series (whatever) could be based around a stripped down surround sound processor (without MRC), a processor with built-in power amps and a processor with disc spinner. Here's the rub: they would not have a hugely expensive case, but a nice-looking plastic one - and be assembled in China at much lower cost. A competitor to Arcam springs to mind.
Needless to say, HDMI in is a pre-requisite.

This brings lower costs, lower prices, creates more brand-awareness, gives an upgrade path and attracts ordinary mortals. It should still sound great!

The G Series should introduce a disc spinner capable of playing blu-ray, DVD-A AND SACD - that would be a killer in the market, especially if the price was reasonable.

I suspect though, that what will save M will be a shift of manufacturing to China and less expensive cases. Sad but true.

Roy Woods
Sony BDP-S370, G98DH, G68D, (FS: 562V), DSP5000C, DSP5000, M60, Pioneer PDP507