PMC FACT.8

Speed, clarity and dynamic ability ; clean, unfussy presentation ; build and finish

Very little, save that hefty price tag

An experiment from PMC, but a successful one: these are highly desirable in every way

Slim and attractive ; Delivers a very fine, well balanced sound ; Superb imaging and low 'noise floor' offers notably wide dynamic range

Bit pricey for compact two-way model ; Mid-forward character becomes a little aggressive at high levels ; Limited ultimate loudness

The first of PMC's new generation models, fact.8 doesn't come cheap, but it does feature a beautiful styling and finish, alongside a lovely all-round sound quality with a notably wide dynamic range, good bass extension and negligible boxiness