speakers that are a little laid back in the mids

The new SVS Ultra Evolution speakers are VERY laid back. When I heard them, they were way too dead for my taste, but maybe to others...

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I had the Otello for about 2 years and would have never called the midrange forward. I'd say if anything, as much as I loved this speaker, I had a tough time making it more aggressive when the music called for it. 

You might have an aversion to digital? If you are using Roon, you can make some EQ modifications to the range that you are finding offensive. 

Also curious if you have any power or cable solutions.

Great speaker don't give up on them because many I've heard are harsh compared to Verity.

Ohm Walsh tend to be more laid back overall. Larger 5XXX models include 4 3-way adjustments including one for midrange/perspective.

DSP or parametric EQ in general is a very effective way to fix the tonal balance as needed regardless of inherent nature of any particular speaker.

OP, did you try pulling the speakers out further into the room?