PMC Fenestria

Bass is repeatedly described as exceptionally deep, fast and highly articulate rather than merely forceful. What Hi-Fi praises subterranean extension, texture and power, while hi-fi+ calls it the most effortless and articulate bass the reviewer has heard at home; SoundStage Solo also found it capable of pressurising a room while remaining precisely controlled. The Ear notes that careful rear-wall positioning is needed to achieve the best balance.

Voices and acoustic instruments are praised for natural tone, clarity and realism. Fidelity Magazine found vocal and instrumental timbre consistently right without turning analytical, while What Hi-Fi singled out the realistic scale and dynamic expression of a full-size piano. The Ear also reports exceptionally clear voices without sibilance or nasality.

The high frequencies are portrayed as detailed, open and refined rather than etched. What Hi-Fi heard no strain or undue harshness, and The Ear found potentially abrasive instruments no more aggressive than intended on the recording. SoundStage Solo adds that cymbals retain delicate shimmer, fine microdetail and clear individual definition.

The Fenestria's imaging receives unusually emphatic praise across the reviews. What Hi-Fi describes a huge, expansive stage with images locked solidly in place, while SoundStage Solo was struck by the speaker's ability to project a large stage beyond its cabinets while maintaining point-source-like coherence. Fidelity Magazine and The Ear likewise highlight exceptionally clear separation and a vivid sense of performers occupying the room.

Reviewers find the Fenestria equally persuasive with subtle shifts in intensity and explosive crescendos. What Hi-Fi calls its dynamic ability astonishing, particularly its handling of small expressive changes, while HiFi News praises its speed, drive and massive slam. SoundStage Solo heard no strain, compression or tonal change even under demanding levels.

The Fenestria is an exceptionally elaborate, substantial loudspeaker, with extensively isolated driver modules, a machined midrange/tweeter assembly, heavy plinth and carefully engineered tuned-mass-damper side panels. Multiple reviewers highlight the cabinet's vibration-control measures and high-quality crossover components. Its 80kg weight and multi-part assembly mean professional installation and careful setup are sensible.

At roughly £55,000-£64,000 per pair depending on market and revision, the Fenestria is plainly a very expensive proposition; What Hi-Fi explicitly calls this a hurdle. However, The Ear argues that many rivals cost more and questions whether they could better it, while reviewers consistently regard its engineering and performance as flagship-level. It is a justified but highly exclusive premium purchase rather than an accessible value option.