Yes, I do find think the M22's will have a more forward midrange. As it is now, my M3's will be going in the back once I have the money to buy M22's and VP100.

Personally, I am a fan of things that give a dark ambience, and the M3's do just that. However, I'd still hope they sound a tad better once broken in, and once I am used to hearing them.
Perhaps someone else will respond who has had the same experience with these speakers. Don't get me wrong, they are excellent speakers. I am not knocking them,