Coming from an audiophile background, I've heard few set-ups that achieved this level of effortless precision, dynamics, imaging across the entire frequency range. Used as near-field monitors as intended, fed with digital input to circumvent the interface DAC - these speakers truly shine. In a properly treated room they're absolutely having no issues with controlled bass down to 30 Hz, phase linearisation all the way. Used for music production, mixes simply translate perfectly. Versatile in their configuration. In daily use since they were released, fully recommend - worth every cent and then some.