It is clear, these are proper, grown-up speakers compared to some I’ve heard recently.  My floorstanding KEF R700 speakers, that I really love and am very used to, are just sounding a little amateurish in comparison to these 22i standmount speakers, yes, standmount.  I would suggest the progression and improved technology in these PMC speakers represents the development of consumer sound in recent times.  They are precise and have a clarity that is exceptional, the bass control is exquisite. The recurring words in my listening notes are of control, openness, clean vocals and the softer atmosphere created by the speakers.  I have fewer notes on dynamics or tonality, mainly because I have been marvelling at these wonderful speakers and their sound, which will stay with me for such a long time.  These are Outstanding speakers, as I thought and hoped they would be.