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Offered is „Active Twenty 5.21I Walnut“ by PMC as new device from the category „Bookshelf Speaker“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 2602724966 ends on 17.11.2026 at 14:29 o'clock.
This is an ambitious ask. At €3,199, it sits right at the top end of the recent comparable range and matches the 75th percentile, so it’s not a bargain; it’s a full-price used listing that needs clean condition and a strong story to justify itself.
That said, the Twenty.C is a genuinely well-regarded centre: clear dialogue, very even tonality, and a serious, non-budget build that integrates well with quality PMC fronts. If it’s original-owner, lightly used, and complete with grille/box/packing, the value is in getting a niche, high-end centre that’s hard to replace new. If condition is merely average, there’s little room here—at this price, it should be excellent.
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PMC, the Professional Monitor Company, was founded in 1991 in the UK by Peter Thomas, a BBC engineer, and Adrian Loader, an acoustics specialist from FWO Bauch. Dissatisfied with existing studio monitors that couldn't balance high-volume pop and rock playback with ultra-high resolution, they developed transmission line technology, debuting the BB5-A active monitor. This breakthrough quickly won over prestigious clients like the BBC's Maida Vale Studios, Metropolis Mastering, and artists including Prince and Stevie Wonder, establishing PMC's heritage in precision audio engineering.
The brand focuses primarily on loudspeakers, renowned for their advanced transmission line designs that deliver uncolored, natural sound across professional and domestic applications. From compact home models like the LB1 to high-end studio references and Dolby Atmos systems, PMC's hand-built UK products dominate mastering houses, broadcasters, and home hi-fi setups. They emphasize matched components, rigorous testing, and cabinet integrity to preserve the artist's intent without compromise.
PMC holds a commanding position in the high-end market, bridging pro audio and discerning home listeners with studio-grade accuracy. As an independent British icon, it monopolizes elite facilities worldwide—from Capitol Studios to Universal Music Group—and earns accolades like membership in Germany's High End Society, appealing to audiophiles who demand reference-level transparency and emotional depth.
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