CLASSIC COLLECTION I 2018 - Focal
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CLASSIC COLLECTION I 2018
For nearly four decades,
Focal has been applying its
unique sound signature to
speaker drivers and high-end
loudspeakers.
We are known for our innovative
approach which has given rise
to exclusive technologies, and
some of our loudspeakers have
become world class references.
The Classic Collection is an
opportunity to live an entirely
new experience. It will take you
THE THRILL OF
beyond sound, and allow you
to rediscover the sensations
provided by sound with
unrivalled purity,
reproducing the artist's original
work with absolute fidelity.
At the heart of the creation,
music opens up a world of lost
HIGH-FIDELITY
memories, of extraordinary
dreams and emotions. This
experience is represented by
Focal’s new signature ‘Listen
Beyond’, which embodies the
intention to make each moment
in life a moment of intense
pleasure.
Our philosophy aims at
SOUND
promoting our expertise
‘Made in France’:
100% of Focal products are
designed and developed by our
engineers, and our collections
are made in France in our own
workshops. All Focal products
benefit from innovations which
result from on-going research in
the field of acoustics.
This constant quest plunges
the R&D teams further and
further into the secret realms
of sound and material science.
This technological heritage,
protected with numerous
patents, ensures a sound which
is clear, powerful and true to
nature; to provide the best
loudspeakers in each category.
The art of reproducing music
is the art of creating a deeper
emotional connection.
NEW
UTOPIA III EVO
Following the arrival of Scala Utopia Evo and Maestro Utopia Evo in 2017, this year sees the unveiling of the brand new Grande
Utopia EM Evo and Stella Utopia EM Evo editions. The whole line now benefits from Focal's most recent innovations that have
enhanced the brand's technological heritage over the years. The result is that all frequency registers are exquisitely balanced.
These loudspeakers embody acoustic perfection with their inimitable 'French' style - the kind that all music-lovers dream of, and
can now see transformed into reality.
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LOUDSPEAKERS
UTOPIA III EVO
The legend is evolving
02 SOPRA
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Our classic line embodies the spirit of high- Kanta inaugurates a new vision of the Pre- Reveal the invisible
fidelity. Over the years, successive legendary mium enclosure! An uncompromising
models have produced a collection of louds- design that is totally focused on acoustic
peakers which are unique worldwide. The performance, available in a broad range of
highlights of the era were the three genera- finishes and styles.
tions of Grande Utopia loudspeakers which
were widely acclaimed on an international
scale, cementing Focal as one of the most
Electra 1000 Be 2 is the historic premium
line which integrates the best of our techno-
KANTA
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innovative brands in the hi-fi industry. Any- logy from the Utopia III line. They are audio-
Performance meets style
thing that seems to be impossible represents phile loudspeakers with a classical design
a new challenge for us. We believe pushing and elaborate finishes.
the limits of technology to be the only way
to fully reveal the slightest nuance and every Aria 900 is our midrange loudspeakers
subtlety in music. The goal is to offer an
unprecedented musical or cinematographic
line. This line asserts itself through its
innovative Flax sandwich cone speaker
ELECTRA
Stir emotion...
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experience, where innovation and techno- drivers. The design blends a conservative
logy serve the artistic creation. yet modern style, and is the essence of
'Affordable high-end'.
Utopia is our reference loudspeaker line, a
timeless icon which embodies the luxury The 4th generation of Chorus loudspeakers
and values of the brand, excellence in all its remains faithful to the brand’s core values.
aspects. Extravagant by essence, it accepts It makes remarkable sound potential acces- ARIA
no compromise. With infinitely customi- sible to all through a modernised style in line
Affordable High-End
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sable finishes, each product offers unrival- with current trends.
led luxury.
The legendary line is now enhanced with the An essential component of every Home
Utopia III Evo. Stella and Grande Utopia EM Cinema system is the subwoofer, which
Evo are the latest additions to the revamped gives depth and scale to your multi-chan-
line, and mark the beginning of a new chap-
ter in the Utopia adventure...
nel audio-visual experience. Our subwoofer
range covers all types of uses and offers a
CHORUS
Get the Focal sound...
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distinct design.
Sopra is the epitome of today’s high-end
loudspeaker. The sleek, high-tech design will Innovation and performance, the highest
delight aesthetics enthusiasts and audio- levels of expertise and pleasure are the
philes. It brings High-End sound into your brand’s values. They define Focal’s sound
living room! signature, whose unique goal is to take you
beyond sound. Listen Beyond. SUBWOOFERS
A whole, unique family!
UTOPIA III EVO
The legend is evolving
MADE IN FRANCE
The Grande Utopia story started in 1995 with Now, the Utopia III Evo edition begins a new
a major innovation: the 'W' composite sand- chapter in the adventure. Focal's technological
wich cone. It went on in 2002 with the Grande heritage has grown enormously since Utopia
Utopia Be that introduced the pure Beryllium III and it was essential to integrate the most
inverted dome tweeter. recent innovations in this exceptional collec-
Its entire DNA is marked by innovation: each tion: the NIC (Neutral Inductance Circuit) and
generation of this reference loudspeaker the TMD suspension. The entire crossover
brings with it major advances. Let's take Beryl- system on the new speaker drivers has been
lium and Focus Time, for example... a showcase redesigned. The rigidity of the Grande Utopia
of Focal savoir-faire. The EM (electro-magnet) Evo cabinet has been improved using reinfor-
woofer technology is such a decisive step that cement rings positioned around the speaker
it lends its name to the Grande Utopia EM. This drivers. The sound architecture of Utopia III has
new milestone is added to the long list of inno- been preserved, with the constant intention
vations from previous generations: Multiferrite, of reducing harmonic distortion in the fragile
Power Flower, OPC, Gamma Structure. midrange register, which is so very crucial for
revealing the artist’s emotions...
The best components have also found their
way into the Utopia Evo line: cables manufac-
tured in France, a denser acoustic materials
inside the subwoofer, double terminal boards
and separate crossovers. The Utopia Evo
design also stands out from the crowd: it dis-
tinguishes itself with bold colours, inspired by
the automotive universe. The loudspeakers are
available in Metallic Blue, Ash Grey and British
Racing Green, in addition to our timeless Black
Lacquer and Carrara White. The effect is an
incredibly contemporary style to accompany
its distinctive silhouette. Utopia Evo is an iconic
line. It integrates a whole range of innovations
and essential detailing, making it completely
unique. Still way ahead of any other line.
NEW NEW
Grande Utopia has left an indelible mark with each gene- The technological twin sister of the Grande Utopia EM Evo, Maestro Utopia Evo has become a 3-way floorstanding The 3-way floorstanding loudspeaker, Scala Utopia Evo,
ration. It is the most accomplished Focal concept, and the Stella Utopia Em Evo retains the innovations of the loudspeaker in order to make it more versatile and easier is the latest version of this key loudspeaker in the Utopia
the ultimate acoustic reference. Grande Utopia now marks Utopia line in a 3-way version and with more convenient to install in your listening room. The bass is very consistent range. Sporting a new terminal board, Scala now offers bi-
another turning point by integrating the most recent Focal dimensions. With its 33cm 'W' woofer and latest technolo- but it still retains Maestro’s characteristic dynamic range amplification, allowing you to personalise your sound even
technologies: the NIC, the TMD suspension, the reinforce- gies, its sound tuning reproduces midranges wonderfully. and punch. The midrange register hasn’t been neglected: more. Scala integrates Focal’s latest technological innova-
ment rings and a new-generation crossover system. With its This loudspeaker produces perfect definition across the full we have integrated our latest technical innovations, such as tions, particularly within the midrange speaker driver with
exceptional performance and unique style, Grande Utopia frequency range, with the ideal balance between registers… the TMD suspension and the Neutral Inductance Circuit. In its TMD suspension and its Neutral Inductance Circuit. These
EM Evo is no longer just a technological landmark, it is an conclusion, each register reproduced by Maestro Utopia Evo enhancements have resulted in a reduction in distortion, to
acoustic sculpture. has been enhanced for even more precision and dynamic provide an even more precise and detailed midrange register
range. combined with Scala’s undisputed musicality.
Utopia III Evo finishes
British Racing Green
Grande Utopia EM Evo Stella Utopia EM Evo Maestro Utopia Evo Scala Utopia Evo
Carrara White finish Metallic Blue finish Carrara White finish Ash Grey finish Metallic Blue
Ash Grey
• Type 4-way bass-reflex floorstanding loudspeaker 3-way bass-reflex floorstanding loudspeaker 3-way bass-reflex floorstanding loudspeaker 3-way bass-reflex floorstanding loudspeaker
Electro-Magnetic 16" (40cm) 'W' woofer 11" (27cm) 'W' woofer
Electro-Magnetic 13" (33cm) 'W' woofer
Multiferrite 11" (27cm) 'W' mid-bass with a Magnetic Damping System (MDS) 11" (27cm) 'W' woofer
Two Power Flower 61/2" (16.5cm) 'W' midrange
Two Power Flower 61/2" (16.5cm) 'W' midrange 11" (27cm) 'W' woofer Power Flower 61/2" (16,5cm) 'W' midrange, Carrara White
• Drivers with TMD suspension and NIC motor Black Lacquer
with TMD suspension and NIC motor Power Flower 61/2"(16,5cm) 'W' midrange with TMD suspension and NIC motor
11/16" (27mm) IAL2 pure Beryllium
11/16" (27mm) IAL2 pure Beryllium with TMD suspension and NIC motor 11/16" (27mm) IAL2 pure Beryllium inverted dome
inverted dome tweeter
inverted dome tweeter 11/16" (27mm) IAL2 pure Beryllium inverted dome
• Frequency response (±3dB) 18Hz - 40kHz 22Hz - 40kHz 25Hz – 40kHz 27Hz – 40kHz
Some finishes of the Utopia III Evo line may
• Low frequency point (-6dB) 14Hz 18Hz 21Hz 24Hz not be available depending on your country
and/or local retailer. Loudspeakers can be
•S
ensitivity personalized on request (see conditions with
94dB 94dB 93dB 92dB your retailer).
(2.83V/1m)
•N
ominal
8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms
impedance
•M
inimum
3 Ohms 2.8 Ohms 3,1 Ohms 3,2 Ohms
impedance
•R
ecommended
50 - 1,500W 50 - 1,000W 80 – 600W 40 – 500W
amplifier power
•D
imensions 7913/16 x 253/4 x 345/8" 611/3 x 213/4 x 3211/16"
(1,470x455x770mm) (1,247x393x670mm)
(HxWxD) (2,012x 654x880mm) (1,558x553x830mm)
• Net weight 584.21lbs (265kg) 374.79lbs (170kg) 255.71lbs (116kg) 187.41lbs (85kg)
UTOPIA III MADE IN FRANCE
> Utopia Sub EM
Compact, distinguished and captivating, Diablo Utopia is
the ultimate vision of the reference bookshelf loudspea-
Diablo Utopia Finishes The latest model of the Utopia III range, Viva Utopia is a 3-way
loudspeaker dedicated to the most sophisticated multichannel confi-
ker, in true Focal tradition. Largely inspired by the Grande gurations. Vertical (Viva Utopia) or horizontal (Viva Center Utopia),
Utopia EM, it sets new milestones in the bass with a new either in Home Cinema or Stereo configuration, it’s always efficient.
patented 61/2" (16.5cm) Power Flower, with almost no Advantages: extreme clarity in the midrange, high efficiency and
British Racing Green
saturation, and a driver integrated resonator. Fixed on power handling and very low directivity on the horizontal axis for
a dedicated stand, Diablo Utopia is enchanting in the perfect phase control and 3D imaging. Plus all the Utopia III techno-
midrange and the treble with its definition, while the bass Ash Grey logical skills...
Metallic Blue
extension and density has to be heard to be believed.
Diablo Utopia Black Lacquer Carrara White Viva Utopia / Viva Center Utopia
Black Lacquer finish Black Lacquer finish
• Type 2-way bass-reflex compact bookshelf loudspeaker • Type 3-way LCR bass-reflex loudspeaker
Some finishes may not be available depending on
Power Flower 61/2" your country and/or local retailer. Loudspeakers Two 8" (21cm) 'W' woofers
can be personalized on request (see conditions
(16.5cm) 'W' mid-bass with your retailer). Power Flower 6 1/2” (16.5cm)
• Drivers • Drivers
11/16" (27mm) IAL2 pure Beryllium 'W' midrange
inverted dome tweeter 11/16" (27mm) IAL2 pure Beryllium inverted dome tweeter
• Frequency response (±3dB) 44Hz - 40kHz • Frequency response (±3dB) 39Hz - 40kHz
• Low frequency point (-6dB) 40Hz • Low frequency point (-6dB) 34Hz
• Sensitivity(2.83V/1m) 89dB • Sensitivity(2.83V/1m) 92dB
• Nominalimpedance 8 Ohms • Nominalimpedance 8 Ohms
• Minimumimpedance 4 Ohms • Minimumimpedance 3.2 Ohms
• Crossover frequency 2200Hz • Crossover frequency 270Hz / 2200Hz
• Recommendedamplifier power 25 - 200W • Recommendedamplifier power 50 - 600W
16 x 10
15/16
x 16 "
3/16 13/16
371/16 x 1211/16 x 201/16"
• Dimensions (HxWxD) > Optional Viva/Center Utopia • Dimensions (HxWxD)
(431x258x427mm) (942x322x510mm)
Stand, 16" (40cm).
> Optional Diablo Utopia Stand,
• Net weight 44lbs (20kg) 24" (60cm).
• Net weight 125lbs (57kg)
Black Mat Finish
SOPRA MADE IN FRANCE
Reveal the invisible
At Focal, innovation doesn’t stop with Every innovation – from cone materials
technology. We’re obsessed with the com- ('W' Composite Sandwich Cone and Inverted
prehensive result: a harmonically rich, lush Dome Beryllium), to magnets (multi-ferrite
sound; a transparent and precise reproduc- magnet, EM woofer, and IAL 2 tweeter), to
tion of the musical work. Still, we’ve never crossovers (OCP + circuit), and to cabinets
lost track of our core expertise in loudspea- (Gamma Structure) plays a role in our tech-
ker drivers, the stepping stones along the nological legacy. We draw on this legacy
path to great sound. often, to improve our technology and to set
new benchmarks.
The original Grande Utopia was designed in
1995 as a prototype to apply and validate This work can be seen most recently within
new speaker technologies. Twenty years the Sopra project, a reasonably compact and
later, Utopia is undeniably a world reference, elegant incarnation of many of the innova-
praised for its incredible musicality. tions that, until now, had only been seen
We continue to learn and to progress by sys- within Utopia. As you will discover in these
tematically putting our research into deve- pages, Sopra incorporates several major
lopment, to evaluate distinct contributions technological breakthroughs.
by listening to them in practice.
It’s still possible to advance state-of-the-art
of speaker driver technology with digital
analysis capable of revealing the subtlest
performance aspects, and enabling us to
improve the transparency, precision, and
harmonic richness of sound reproduction.
'Listen Beyond'
HIGH-END LOUDSPEAKER
Focal Sopra n°2
> MidrangeCompact and powerful, Sopra N°1 Sopra N°2 ushers in a new era for The first released in the line, the Sopra Sopra Center allows you to extend Surround Be benefits from the exclu- > SW 1000 Be
is a distillation of technologi- the 'Premium High End' with new N°3 loudspeaker perfectly combines the Sopra experience to your sive 'Bi/Twin' structure with dual Only available in black.
cal innovation. It features Neutral performance criteria. Equipped dynamics, sound distribution and Home Cinema. Sopra Center uses all input permits for use both in 5.1
Inductance Circuits NIC, Tuned with the best midrange drivers harmonic richness. With its two 81/4" of the design aspects found in Sopra (in bi-polar mode) and 7.1 systems
Mass Damping surround TMD for ever developed by Focal, containing (21cm) woofers, it delivers solid, loudspeakers to their full potential, (in dual mono mode). The result?
the midrange woofer, and Infinite the NIC and TMD technologies, rich bass with perfect definition, to optimise integration into your An uncluttered space with discrete
Horn Loading IHL for the tweeter. Sopra N°2 pushes the limits of sound satisfying the high demands of room. loudspeakers in your Home Cinema
It is a true demonstration of the reproduction with crystal transpa- audio enthusiasts looking for room.
contribution of the new technologies rency in a very compact enclosure. ultimate performance. Despite its
implemented on Sopra. The special It is perfectly at ease in rooms mea- modest size, its full potential can
stand has been designed to ground suring up to 320ft2 (30m2), and is be heard in rooms measuring up to
interfering vibrations from the even ideal for larger rooms measu- 850ft² (80m²).
enclosure to the floor to avoid any ring up to 750ft2 (70m2).
colouration. Ideal for small rooms up
to 270ft2 (25m2) and medium sized
spaces up to 550ft2 (50m2).
Sopra N°1 Sopra N°2 Sopra N°3 Sopra Center Surround Be Sopra finishes
Nogaro Blue finish Carrara White finish Imperial Red finish Black Lacquer finish Black Lacquer finish Electric Orange
2-way bass-reflex 3-way bass-reflex 3-way bass-reflex 2-way sealed bipolar
•T
ype •T
ype 3-way bass-reflex center speaker Nogaro Blue
bookshelf loudspeaker floorstanding loudspeaker floorstanding loudspeaker surround loudspeaker
Imperial Red
Two 7" (18cm) 'W' woofer Two 8" (21cm) 'W' woofer
61/2" (16.5cm) 'W' mid-bass with NIC motor with NIC motor
Two 61/2" (16.5cm) 'W' woofers
with TMD suspension and NIC motor 61/2" (16.5cm) 'W' midrange 61/2" (16.5cm) 'W' midrange Two 61/2" (16.5cm) 'W' bass midrange
•S
peakers 3" (8cm) 'W' midrange
11/16" (27mm) IHL pure Beryllium with TMD suspension and NIC motor with TMD suspension and NIC motor •S
peakers Two 11/16" (27mm) pure Beryllium
11/16" (27mm) IAL pure Beryllium
inverted dome tweeter 11/16" (27mm) IHL pure Beryllium 11/16" (27mm) IHL pure Beryllium inverted dome tweeter Dogato
inverted dome tweeter
inverted dome tweeter inverted dome tweeter Walnut
Black Lacquer
•F
requency Carrara White
45Hz - 40kHz 34Hz - 40kHz 33Hz - 40kHz
response (±3dB) •F
requency
55Hz - 40kHz 72Hz - 40kHz
•L
ow frequency response (±3dB) Some finishes of the Sopra line
41Hz 28Hz 26Hz may not be available depending on
point -6dB •L
ow frequency your country and/or local retailer.
50Hz 59Hz
•S
ensitivity point -6dB
89dB 91dB 91,5dB
(2.83V/1m) •S
ensitivity
91dB 91dB
•N
ominal (2.83V/1m)
8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms
impedance •N
ominal
8 Ohms 4 Ohms / 8 Ohms
•M
inimum impedance
3.9 Ohms 3.1 Ohms 3.1 Ohms
impedance •M
inimum 3 Ohms / 6 Ohms
4.1 Ohms
•C
rossover impedance (bipolar/mono)
2200Hz 250Hz / 2200Hz 250Hz / 2200Hz
frequency
•C
rossover
500Hz / 2200Hz 2400Hz
•R
ecommanded frequency
25 - 150W 40 - 300W 40 - 400W
amplifier power •R
ecommanded
40 - 200W 40 - 200W
amplifier power
•D
imensions 1647⁄64x1063⁄64x1519⁄32" 4627⁄32x143⁄32x2117⁄64" 4949⁄64x1553⁄64x2327⁄64"
(HxWxD) (425x279x396mm) (1190x358x540mm) (1264x402x595mm) •D
imensions 91⁄4x2331⁄32x1325⁄32" 1523⁄64x1659⁄64x731⁄64"
(HxWxD) (235x609x350mm) (390x430x190mm)
41.89lbs (19kg)
•W
eight (unit) 121.25lbs (55kg) 154.32lbs (70kg)
(stand: 40.78lbs (18.5kg)) 121.25lbs (19kg)
• Weight (unit) 27.77lbs (12.6kg) > 24" (60cm) Sopra Stand,
(stand: 40.78lbs (18.5kg)) Graphite Black finish.KANTA NEW
MADE IN FRANCE
Performance meets style
Kanta renews the Premium enclosure seg- Kanta offers a combination of ground-brea-
ment through its design and the technology. king technology: the marriage of Beryllium
Our intention was to design a speaker range (on our latest-generation IAL3 tweeter) and
totally focused on acoustic performance, Flax (for midrange and bass cones) leading
along with a resolutely mould-breaking to a precise, detailed sound that brims with
aesthetic; this is the Kanta DNA! warmth and musicality.
After 3 years of research and development
to produce the first model in the range, the Another of Kanta's strengths is its broad
Kanta No. 2 is a loudspeaker with a strong range of finishes! The 8 finishes, lacquered
identity, that comes straight from our engi- or matt, can be used to achieve multiple
neers' hearts. combinations that are very different from
one another. From the most original to the
more conventional, they are guaranteed to
meet everyone's tastes.NEW
Kanta N°2 is a three-way floor standing loudspeaker totally dedicated
to performance. Kanta N°2 is equipped with a new generation IAL
tweeter featuring a Beryllium inverted dome and Flax sandwich cone
speaker drivers. This is an unprecedented combination of technologies
to guarantee precise, detailed and warm sound.
Kanta N°2
Solar Yellow finish
•T
ype 3-way bass-reflex floorstanding loudspeaker
Two 61/2" (16.5cm) Flax woofer with NIC motor
61/2" (16.5cm) Flax midrange
•S
peakers
with TMD suspension and NIC motor
11/16" (27mm) IAL3 pure Beryllium inverted dome tweeter
•F
requency
35Hz - 40kHz
response (±3dB)
•L
ow frequency
29Hz
point (-6dB)
•S
ensitivity
91dB
(2.83V/1m)
•N
ominal
8Ω
impedance
•M
inimum
3.1Ω
impedance
•C
rossover frequency 260Hz - 2700Hz
•R
ecommanded
40 - 300W
amplifier power
•D
imensions (HxWxD) 441/64 x 1825/32 x 1241/64" (1118x477x321mm)
•W
eight (unit) 77.2lbs (35kg)
Kanta finishes
Cabinet Cabinet
Black High Gloss Wood Veneer
Front Panel (High Gloss finish) Front Panel (Mat finish)
Gauloise Blue Carrara White Black Lacquer Solar Yellow Gauloise Blue Warm Taupe Dark Grey IvoryELECTRA
1000 BE 2 MADE IN FRANCE
Stir emotion...
The Electra 1000 Be line was founded on We entrusted our ideas and innovations to the
long-standing wish: to make the heritage, Parisian design agency Pineau & Le Porcher,
technologies and performance once reser- who sketched the entire silhouette to com-
ved for Utopia more affordable. We wanted bine style and performance. This line hasn’t
to create a high-end line of loudspeakers in stopped evolving over the years, the tech-
harmony with the integration requirements nology has developed, with a new tweeter
in today's interiors, compact, attractive, and settings, to achieve a new sound when
sleek and balanced. With Electra, we have it became the Electra 1000 Be 2, alongside
created products that represent both the new design elements with the addition of
high-end in sound quality and the beautiful two new finishes.
aesthetics you expect from us.
This is a complete line made for high-fidelity
audio and Home Cinema, They are easy to
install and use, and create a true connection
to the emotion of your music.The Electra 1008 Be embodies The Electra 1028 Be is the flag- As with the whole Electra Be 2 line, The Electra CC 1008 Be has fol- The Electra SR 1000 Be benefits from > SW 1000 Be
Focal expertise in compact, ship of the range. With a dual port the 1038 Be benefits from new com- lowed the same path as the range the exclusive 'Bi/Twin' structure with Finishes on demand.
high-end loudspeakers Powerflow system, bass perfor- ponents and settings. The awesome loudspeakers, so their tonal balance dual input permits for use both in 5.1
It provides a spacious and natural mances have been greatly improved. strength of the three 7" (18cm) woo- is in harmony. They have in com- (in bi-polar mode) and 7.1 systems
sound image, improved definition The dynamic leaps forward to be in fers, has added to these new impro- mon the low horizontal directivity, (in dual mono mode). The result?
and a more precise bass. The harmony with the generosity and vements and made a real impact on high power-handling, definition and An uncluttered space with discrete
high power handling enables it to definition of the midrange-treble sound image and definition. A true precision. loudspeakers in your Home Cinema
work in rooms of 430 ft2 (40m2) register, a true Focal reference. weapon of mass seduction. room.
and more.
Electra 1008 Be Electra 1028 Be Electra 1038 Be Electra CC 1008 Be Electra SR 1000 Be Electra 1000 Be 2 finishes
Black Lacquer HG* finish Black Lacquer HG* finish Black Lacquer HG* finish Ebene finish Black Lacquer HG* finish
2-way bass-reflex 3-way Powerflow bass-reflex 3-way bass-reflex 3-way bass-reflex 2-way sealed bipolar
• Type • Type Ebene
bookshelf speaker floorstanding speaker floorstanding speaker center speaker surround loudspeaker
Two 61/2" (16.5cm) 'W' woofers Three 7" (18cm) 'W' woofers Two 61/2" (16.5cm) 'W' woofers Two 61/2" (16.5cm) 'W' bass
61/2" (16.5cm) 'W' mid-bass
61/2" (16.5cm) 'W' midrange 61/2" (16.5cm) 'W' midrange 3" (8cm) 'W' midrange midrange
• Drivers 11/16" (27mm) IAL pure Beryllium • Drivers
11/16" (27mm) IAL pure Beryllium 11/16" (27mm) IAL pure Beryllium 11/16" (27mm) IAL pure Beryllium Two 11/16" (27mm) pure Beryllium
inverted dome tweeter
inverted dome tweeter inverted dome tweeter inverted dome tweeter inverted dome tweeter
•F
requency
response 46Hz - 40kHz 34Hz - 40kHz 33Hz - 40kHz •F
requency
55Hz - 40kHz 72Hz - 40kHz
(±3dB) response (±3dB) Black Lacquer
• Low frequency •L
ow frequency
41Hz 28Hz 26Hz 50Hz 59Hz
point (-6dB) point (-6dB)
Some finishes of the Electra 1000
•S
ensitivity •S
ensitivity Be 2 line may not be available
89dB 91.5dB 93dB 91dB 91dB depending on your country and/or
(2.83V/1m) (2.83V/1m)
local retailer.
•N
ominal •N
ominal
8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 4 Ohms / 8 Ohms
impedance impedance
•M
inimum •M
inimum 3 Ohms / 6 Ohms
3.9 Ohms 3.5 Ohms 3.3 Ohms 4.1 Ohms
impedance impedance (bipolar/mono)
•C
rossover •C
rossover
2,200Hz 350Hz / 2,200Hz 230Hz / 2,200Hz 500Hz / 2,200Hz 2400Hz
frequency frequency
•R
ecommended •R
ecommended
25 - 150W 40 - 300W 40 - 400W 40 - 200W 40 - 200W
amplifier power amplifier power
•D
imensions 43 x10 x13 "
11/16 3/8 3/4
49 x11 x15 "
3/16 15/16 3/4
•D
imensions 9 x24x13 "
1/4 3/4
1523⁄64x1659⁄64x731⁄64"
153/16x103/8x133/4" (385x264x350mm)
(HxWxD) (1110x264x350mm) (1250x303x400mm) (HxWxD) (235x609x350mm) (390x430x190mm)
• Net weight 33lbs (15kg) 72.6lbs (33kg) 112.2lbs (51kg) • Net weight 41.8lbs (19kg) 27.77lbs (12.6kg) > 24" (60cm) High Gloss S 1000 stand,
Black LacquerHigh Gloss finish.
* High Gloss. * High Gloss.ARIA 900 MADE IN FRANCE
Affordable High-End
Twenty eight years after the launch of the Aria 900 marks a new milestone for Focal
'W' sandwich cone, we were delighted to and a new chapter in high-fidelity tech-
unveil a new major innovation: speaker dri- nology. Designed and made in France,
vers with the same sandwich structure, but the range features brand-new speaker
composed of a natural flax-fibre cone. drivers with Flax sandwich cones, new
This innovation is the result of more than five TNF Aluminum/Magnesium inverted dome
years of research and a unique drive to work tweeters with Poron suspension, injected
on the actual source of the emission of sound. zamak baskets, carefully designed cabinets
This quest for acoustic excellence gave birth to and crossovers: nothing has been spared
Aria 900, a range which encapsulates the when it comes to maximising listening plea-
radical changes in technology and design - sure for well-informed music lovers.
a combination of classicism and modernity.
Aria 900 offers a clean, simple and timeless
design combining mineral and natural mate-
rials. The cabinets of this Aria 900 line are
available in Noyer, Black High Gloss and
Prime Walnut finishes. All the cabinets fea-
ture a glass surface and a leather-finished
front panel.
This design exudes style and quality, blen-
ding in perfectly with traditional or more
contemporary interiors.
The vast range of Aria 900 products is ideal
for stereo and Home Cinema audio systems.
The two 8" (21cm) woofers in the 948 model
mark a return to true expressive and dyna-
mic high-fidelity loudspeakers.
> Flax TechnologyThe Aria 906 bookshelf loudspea- Aria 926 embodies the home Aria 936 is a 3-way loudspea-
The Aria 948 symbolises the return The Aria CC900 2-way centre The Aria SR900 is a 2-way bipo- > Sub 1000F
ker is faithful to the DNA of the Aria 3-way floorstanding loudspeaker. ker featuring an elegant design
of the 'true' acoustic loudspeaker. A speaker can be easily combined lar surround loudspeaker with the
range: refined high-end acous- This musical and expressive loud and a small footprint. Very
new type of 3-way loudspeaker with with the front speakers of the same acoustic characteristics than
tics combined with excellent value. speaker is easy to install. All kinds linear and with impressive dyna-
two 8" (21cm) speaker drivers range. The CC900 was developed the other loudspeakers of the Aria
This 2-way loudspeaker allows users of music lovers will be thrilled with mice from its three woofers, it is
effortlessly providing intense and with particular attention to timbre range. Composed of two 5" (13cm)
to enjoy all the qualities of the its acoustic qualities. Aria 926 is by naturally intended for listening
controlled bass. The intention was a matching in order to obtain sonic woofers with Flax sandwich cones, it
Flax cone: neutrality, presence and definition an affordable audiophile in stereo for monitoring-type
return to the essence of acoustics coherence for all configurations. provides very high-definition
finesse. Aria 906 is recommended loudspeaker. It is ideal for rooms activities. This loudspeaker is also
for those who are passionate about Recommended for rooms measu- and natural sound. For the treble
for rooms measuring from 160ft2 measuring from 215ft2 (20m2) and ideal for setting up a spectacular
music. This is the ultimate loudspea- ring from 215ft2 (20m2) and for a register, there are two Aluminum/
(15m2) and from a listening distance from a recommended listening dis- Home Cinema system. Appropriate
ker of the range for rooms measu- listening distance of 10ft (3m). Magnesium inverted dome twee-
of 8ft (2.5m). tance of 10ft (3m). for rooms measuring from 270ft2
ring from 320ft2 (30m2) and from a ters with Poron suspension and a
(25m2) and from a listening distance
recommended listening distance of waveguide for a better control of
of 10-12ft (3-3.5m).
12ft (3.5m). directivity.
Aria 900 Finishes
Aria 906 Aria 926 Aria 936 Aria 948 Aria CC 900 Aria SR 900
Prime Walnut finish Noyer finish Black High Gloss finish Prime Walnut finish Noyer finish Black Mat finish Prime Walnut
Noyer
3-way Powerflow 3-way Powerflow
2-way bass-reflex 3-way Powerflow bass-reflex 2-way bass-reflex 2-way sealed bipolar
• Type bass-reflex floorstanding bass-reflex floorstanding • Type
bookshelf loudspeaker floorstanding loudspeaker floorstanding centre speaker surround loudspeaker
loudspeaker loudspeaker
Two 61/2" (16.5cm) Flax bass Three 61/2" (16.5cm) Flax bass Two 8" (21cm) Flax bass Two 61/2" (16.5cm) Flax mid-
61/2" (16.5cm) Flax mid-bass Two 5" (13cm) Flax mid-bass
61/2" (16.5cm) Flax midrange 61/2" (16.5cm) Flax midrange 61/2" (16.5cm) Flax midrange bass
• Drivers 1" (25mm) TNF Al/Mg • Drivers Two 1" (25mm) TNF Al/Mg
1" (25mm) TNF Al/Mg 1" (25mm) TNF Al/Mg 1" (25mm) TNF Al/Mg 1" (25mm) TNF Al/Mg
inverted dome tweeter inverted dome tweeter Black High Gloss
inverted dome tweeter inverted dome tweeter inverted dome tweeter inverted dome tweeter
•F
requency •F
requency
55Hz - 28kHz 45Hz - 28kHz 39Hz - 28kHz 37Hz - 28kHz 57Hz - 28kHz 85Hz - 28kHz
response (±3dB) response (±3dB)
Black High Gloss & Prime Walnut:
•L
ow frequency •L
ow frequency special finishes at increased price.
47Hz 37Hz 32Hz 31Hz 50Hz 67Hz
point (-6dB) point (-6dB) All prices relate to standard finishes
only.
•S
ensibility •S
ensibility
89.5dB 91.5dB 92dB 92.5dB 91dB 90dB
(2.83V/1m) (2.83V/1m)
•N
ominal •N
ominal
8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms
impedance impedance
•M
inimum • I mpédance
4.6 Ohms 2.9 Ohms 2.8 Ohms 2.5 Ohms 4.3 Ohms 3.6 Ohms
impedance minimum
•R
ecommanded •R
ecommanded
25 - 120W 40 - 250W 50 - 300W 50 - 350W 40 - 200W 25 - 120W
amplifier power amplifier power
•C
rossover •C
rossover
2800Hz 290Hz / 2400Hz 260Hz / 3100Hz 280Hz / 2600Hz 2800Hz 2200Hz
frequency frequency
•D
imensions 15 x 8 x 11"
3/8 7/8
40 x 11
3/4
x 14 "
9/16 5/8
45 x 11
1/4
x 14 "
9/16 5/8
•D
imensions 45 x 14 x 16 "
1/4 5/8 9/16
7 x 20
7/8
x9 "
2/2+3/3 5/8
1139⁄64 x 153/4 x 611/16"
(HxWxD) (390x225x280mm) (1035x294x371mm) (1150x294x371mm) (HxWxD) (1150x371x420mm) (200x533x245 mm) (295x400x170mm)
•N
et Weight
• Net Weight (unit) 19lbs (8.5kg) 55lbs (25kg) 64lbs (29kg) 77lbs (35kg) 23lbs (10.5kg) 12lbs (5.6kg) >2
4" (60cm) optional
(unit)
Aria S900 stand.CHORUS 700
Get the Focal sound...
MADE IN FRANCE
Reinvention without repetition, continuous Today, recognised worldwide, the Chorus
progress and opening up to new horizons, line is complete. They represent Focal’s
that is our theme! control of the whole design process as well
as the manufacturing quality of their pro-
Focal has set itself a new challenge with the ducts. They take advantage of the conside-
Chorus range: making Focal’s quality, sound rable technological advances developed for
and technologies available to a general our flagship product, the Utopia III: inverted
audience. With our technical and industrial dome tweeters and OPC crossovers.
expertise, acquired over the last thirty-five
years, we are able to offer to music lovers a Focal have continued to invest in high-per-
fourth generation of Chorus 700. formance production tools to manufacture
affordable products, and Chorus is the result.
Whilst keeping the DNA of previous
models in the Chorus range, the new gene-
ration of Chorus 700 loudspeakers offers
the design and quality expected by today's
music lovers: remarkable audio performance
combined with tangible value and elegance.
> Tweeter TNV2The Chorus 706 is the archetypal Chorus 716 is a 2.5-way loud The Chorus 726 embodies the The Chorus CC 700 is a centre spea- The SR 700 is a compact and > Sub 300 P
benchmark bookshelf loudspeaker: speaker with a high-end confi- affordable traditional high-end ker that fits perfectly with the com- discreet loudspeaker which can be
true to Focal tradition. Compact guration with two 6.5" (16.5cm) loudspeaker: a restyled cabinet, plete Chorus line. easily integrated any space with its
and very well proportioned, they speaker drivers working in combined with the new design They feature phase optimisation built-in Polyfix wall mount. Featuring
blend in perfectly with their sur- tandem (only the top driver of the cloth frames give these which creates optimum directio- phase optimisation and the same
roundings. The outstanding nal sound and excellent acoustic speaker drivers as the Chorus line, the
transmits the midrange). This speakers a modern and slen-
balance, precision and definition coherence. High quality dynamics, SR 700 is ideal for surround sound
provide you with the perfect louds-
configuration doubles the effect der look. Very technologically linearity and timbre complete this in large rooms and for accompa-
peaker for rooms of approximately of the bass, perfect for rooms advanced, the 3-way design loudspeaker. nying various Chorus multi-channel
215ft2 (20m2) without any sound measuring up to 320ft2 (30m2). combines the exceptional defi- installations.
limits. nition of the midrange and the
power of the two 6.5" (16.5cm)
woofers, providing a generous
sound for spaces up to 430ft2
(40m2).
Chorus 706 Chorus 716 Chorus 726 Chorus CC 700 Chorus SR 700 Chorus 700 finishes
Noyer finish Black Style finish White Style finish White Style finish Black Satin finish
White Style Walnut
2-way bass reflex 2.5-way bass reflex 3-way bass reflex 2-way shielded center sealed 2-way sealed effect loudspeaker
• Type • Type
bookshelf loudspeaker floorstanding loudspeaker floorstanding loudspeaker loudspeaker Polyfix® wall mount system
Two 61/2" (16.5cm) Two 61/2" (16.5cm) Polyglass
61/2" (16.5cm) Polyglass mid- 61/2" (16.5cm) Polyglass woofer 61/2" (16.5cm) Polyglass mid-bass
Polyglass woofer mid-bass
bass 61/2" (16.5cm) Polyglass mid-bass • Drivers 1" (25mm) TNV2 Al/Mg inverted
• Drivers 61/2" (16.5cm) Polyglass midrange 1" (25mm) TNV2 Al/Mg
1" (25mm) TNV2 AI/Mg inverted 1” (25mm) TNV2 Al/Mg inverted dome tweeter
1” (25mm) TNV2 Al/Mg inverted dome tweeter
dome tweeter dome tweeter
inverted dome tweeter
•F
requency •F
requency
55Hz - 28kHz 50Hz - 28kHz 49Hz - 28kHz 61Hz - 28kHz 75Hz - 28kHz Black Style
response (±3dB) response (±3dB)
• Low frequency •L
ow frequency Not all the standard finishes of
47Hz 41Hz 39Hz 52Hz 65Hz
point (-6dB) point (-6dB) Chorus 700 line are available in all
countries and/or commercial distri-
•S
ensivity •S
ensivity bution networks.
90dB 91.5dB 91.5dB 91dB 90dB
(2.83V / 1m) (2.83V / 1m) All prices relate to standard finishes
only.
•N
ominal •N
ominal
8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms
Impedance Impedance
•M
inimum •M
inimum
3.6 Ohms 4.3 Ohms 2.9 Ohms 5.2 Ohms 3.7 Ohms
impedance impedance
•C
rossover •C
rossover
3000Hz 300Hz / 3000Hz 300Hz / 3000Hz 3000Hz 3000Hz
frequency frequency
•R
ecommended •R
ecommended
25 - 120W 40 - 200W 40 - 250W 25 - 200W 25 - 100W
amplifier power amplifier power
153/8x821/31x103/8” 373/8x811/16x123/16" 3815/16x83/4x139/16" •D
imensions 7 x19
9/32
x7
21/64
" 43/64
1139/64x1543/64x555/64"
•D
imensions
(HxWxD) (HxWxD) (185x491x195mm) (295x398x149mm) >2
4" (60cm) Chorus S700
(390x220x263mm) (949x221x310mm) (989x222x345mm)
stand, Black Satin finish.
• Net weight 18lbs (8.2kg) 45.1lbs (20.5kg) 51.7lbs (23.5kg) • Net weight 16.5lbs (7.5kg) 10.3lbs (4.7kg)SUBWOOFERS
A whole, unique family!
MADE IN FRANCE
Home Cinema has always been a strongly Our different subwoofers from Sub Utopia
anchored tradition in our philosophy. EM to Sub 300 P can be configured in seve-
Our goal is to create a deep emotional ral ways: from ultimate installations worthy
connection and complete immersion in 3D of a movie theatre to compact and discreet
sound. The subwoofer is a major element of systems which will stun with their depth of
any system, creating dynamism and intensity. sound.
Depending on the size of your installation,
you can now choose the perfect subwoofer
to meet your needs and performance expec-
tations.Sub 300 P is a subwoofer for Powerful, reliable and compact, Featuring 24-bit digital processors, The Sub Utopia EM is the last buil-
thrill-seekers. It uses an 11" (27cm) these are the characteristics of the 600W BASH amplifiers, and 13" ding block of the Utopia III range and
Polyglass woofer powered by a Sub 1000 F. With its 12" (30cm) (33cm) 'W' woofers, the SW 1000 the logical next step to the ultimate
powerful 300W RMS amplifier. Its Flax woofer and powerful 1000W Be and the Electra SW 1000 Be offer multi-channel reference speaker;
Black Structured finish enables it to BASH® amplifier, Sub 1000 F will high-level performance with a 18Hz Viva Utopia. With this subwoofer,
fit with any environment. Sub 300 P easily complete your Home Cinema cut-off and a 119dB sound power. Focal focused all its savoir-faire on
is a decisive asset to increase the system. The woofer is equipped with They benefit from a remote control an entirely passive design, based
bass response in our various multi- a dual motor for more linearity and lock when infrared conflicts appear around a 13-inch Electromagnet
channel systems. to ensure the optimum magnetic with other boxes. bass driver, that appeared with the
power of the voice coil. In a close Grande Utopia EM. An ideal com-
enclosure, this subwoofer is free panion to the Viva Utopia, this
from parasitic noise. subwoofer can be used with any
model within the range, inclu-
ding the Grande Utopia EM. Its
secret? A clever stackable design
(up to 3 subwoofers tall) that can
answer even the most demanding
power demands. The unequaled
punch of EM technology, with the
refinement and finesse of Utopia III.
SUB 300 P SUB 1000 F Electra SW 1000 Be Sub Utopia EM
Black finish Black finish Black Lacquer finish Black Lacquer finish
Stackable passive
• Type Active bass-reflex subwoofer Active sealed subwoofer Active bass-reflex subwoofer
subwoofer
A reference passive
subwoofer Electro-
Magnetic 13” (33cm) 'W'
bass driver
• Drivers 11" (27cm) Polyglass woofer 12" (30cm) Flax woofer 13" (33cm) 'W' woofer
Stackable (up to
3 subwoofers tall)
Almost 130dB SPL at 1m
(in a corner)
• Frequency response (±3dB) 36Hz - 160Hz 24Hz - 160Hz 20Hz - 150Hz 22Hz - 500Hz
• Low frequency point
29Hz 22Hz 18Hz 19Hz
(-6dB)
•S
ensitivity
93dB
(2.83V/1m)
Adjustable LPF: 50Hz to 150Hz
Adjustable LPF: Adjustable LPF: (24dB/oct.), 48dB/oct. •N
ominal
8 Ohms
40 to 160Hz, 12dB/oct. 40 to 160Hz, 12dB/oct. Adjustable subsonic filter, impedance
Stereo line inputs Stereo line inputs Adjustable phase,
• Subwoofer features •M
inimum
Direct line LFE Direct line LFE Boost mode, Night mode, 5.5 Ohms
impedance
High level input High level input 3 user memories,
Phase inverter (0-180°) Phase inverter (0-180°) LFE/Stereo/Digital inputs. • Recom-
mended
Remote Control Locking System 500 - 1000W
amplifier
power
BASH® amplifier BASH® amplifier BASH® amplifier
• Crossover frequency -
300W RMS 1000W 600W RMS
•D
imensions 169/16 x 1213/16 x 1413/16" 153/4 x 1723⁄32 x 1617⁄32" 211/16 x 1911/16 x 171/64" 2415/16x191/64x241/2”
(HxWxD) (420x325x380mm) (400x450x420mm) (535x500x432mm) (634x483x622mm)
• Net weight 33.6lbs (15.5kg) 47.4lbs (21.5kg) 92.4lbs (42kg) 158.5lbs (72kg)HEADPHONES 01 UTOPIA
02
Acoustic sound purity
2016 was a turning point in the history of Utopia are Focal’s reference high-fidelity
high-fidelity home audio. Our two high-end headphones: every choice of technology
headphones, Utopia and Elear embrace the or materials was made to push the limits of
intimacy of a personal listening session and audiophile sound and comfort for the plea-
have re-written the rule-book in audiophile sure of music lovers. Utopia combines all the
sound.
For the very first time, wideband speaker
elements a well-informed music aficionado
could dream of: unbeatable sound, unrival-
CLEAR
03
drivers have been mounted to open-back led purity and a sleek design. This is what Open reference headphones
headphones to deliver exceptional sound gives this product its prestige, taking you
quality: it’s like having loudspeakers over right to the heart of the music.
your ears.
Clear is an enhancement of the top-e nd
Utopia and Elear have inherited the best Collection, with reference headphones that
of Focal’s technology, developed for the are even more open.
ELEAR
Grande Utopia loudspeaker. The Utopia The evolving Aluminum/Magnesium alloy
model is equipped with a pure Beryllium 'M'-shape dome speaker drivers and acces-
‘M’-shape dome speaker driver. Elear is sories make them so unique! A high-fidelity experience
equipped with an Aluminum/Magnesium
transducer. The mechanical conception, Elear are audiophile open-back headphones
the sleek design and excellent sound qua- inspired by the technology developed for
lity make them exceptional headphones, Utopia. Their exceptional performance and
universally praised by the press. mechanical design ensure that music lovers
get the long sessions of intense listening
pleasure they’re looking for.
What makes these headphones even more
exceptional is they’re made in France in our
own specialist workshops. They embody our
values of uniqueness and excellence, in the
noblest of ways.UTOPIA MADE IN FRANCE
Acoustic sound purity
Utopia embody the experience of intensely The listening experience is outstanding in its
personal listening sessions at home. They are realism, natural sound reproduction, dyna-
Focal’s reference headphones, the result of mics and clarity. When listening to them,
thirty-five years of innovation, development the headphones virtually disappear and the
and manufacturing of speaker drivers and audio signal is revealed with a level of preci-
loudspeakers in France. sion never achieved before Utopia.
As a world first, Utopia features the only Design is also a key point, it was important
full range and fully open-back loudspea- to create headphones that were as comfor-
ker, built within a pair of headphones, using table as beautiful. Another achievement with
pure Beryllium formed in the brand new Utopia was removing the conventional rota-
'M'-shape dome. The acoustic quality of this tion included on the yoke and its integration
exclusive solution allowed Focal to avoid into the headband to ensure true design
the use of any crossovers or passive filtering purity. The true lambskin leather, used on the
processes to achieve a frequency response cushions, reinforces the classically elegant
from 5Hz to 50kHz! The equivalent of two lines, as well as the expression of comfort
tiny loudspeakers over your ears… and overall performance. These unique hea-
dphones received unprecedented acclaim
within days of their launch, both from press
and music-lovers.CLEAR NEW
MADE IN FRANCE
Open reference headphones
Clear provide listening worthy of the best With its design surpassing Elear in terms of
speakers. A year after the launch of Elear openness, Clear make you forget that you
and Utopia, the latest addition to Focal's are wearing headphones. The commonly-
top-end headphones line is built around the felt impression with headphones of reduced
new generation of full-range speaker. This listening space disappears, thanks to the
makes them capable of precisely revealing headphones' design. The technology cho-
the tiniest details of musical creation. sen, and the Aluminum/Magnesium alloy
'M'-shape dome, preserve breadth and
dynamics worthy of the best high-fidelity
speakers, thanks to the new copper, unsup-
ported coil.
This thoughtful design also preserves listening
realism: micro-perforated ear cushions and
the shape of the headband make them light,
comfortable and even more open. The sound
is characterised by unparalleled homogeneity,
guaranteeing the best performance.
These headphones, made in France, will
become essential: they come with a rigid
carrying case and three cables providing
the best solution for different types of audio
equipment.
With its new reference headphones, Focal
continues its quest for absolute sound.
Stereo+
stereopluss.no
Focal ClearELEAR MADE IN FRANCE
A high-fidelity experience
Elear are audiophile open-back headphones Finally, the exclusive speaker drivers with
manufactured in France by Focal. Inspi- their Aluminum/Magnesium ‘M’-shape
red by the best technology and acoustic domes enable Elear to provide strikingly
research that went into designing Utopia, realistic sound. Be inspired by the sound of
our flagship headphones, they offer truly a high-fidelity system with a pair of Elear
exceptional performance. The mechanical headphones, for hours of listening pleasure.
design provides remarkably smooth and
seamless style due to the solid Aluminum The result of this detailed engineering is an
yoke. They also feature memory foam ear immersive experience - the headphones
cushions for maximum comfort, an essential disappear and the music takes over.
quality for long listening sessions. The research that went into Utopia head-
phones also benefited Elear, including the
yoke rotation situated within the headband
and use of special microfibre fabric on the
cushions to fit all head shapes and sizes with
comfort.
PF Brutus Award, 2017
On behalf of the creative community at Positive Feedback
Online, and in recognition of significant contributions to the
audio arts in 2017, this award is hereby presented to
Focal for the
Elear Headphones
in order to encourage further excellence in
fine audio, to the greater good of all who
love it.
November 28, 2017 A.D.
David W. Robinson, Editor-in-Chief Dave Clark, EditorNEW
These audiophile headphones feature Clear are audiophile circum-aural Elear are equipped with the first
elegant, high-quality materials, and open-back headphones. totally open-back full-range speaker
comfort has been greatly enhanced The 'M'-shape Aluminum/Magnesium drivers with Aluminum/Magnesium
with our unique mechanical design. dome benefits from a new copper 'M'-shape domes inspired by our
The smallest details were taken into voice coil. This provides remarkable Utopia headphones for dynamic
account, the constant bend of the dynamics over the entire audio spec- and exceptionally precise audio.
headband, an even distribution of trum; bass that is always controlled, Aluminum yoke, leather headband,
weight, the design of the yoke and even at high volumes, and exemplary microfibre ear cushions: all the mate-
the memory foam ear-pieces. They linearity in the high-end. rials used for Elear were chosen with
integrate the only full range louds- care to optimise comfort and reduce
peaker, using pure Beryllium formed the weight of the headphones.
in the brand new 'M'-shape dome.
UTOPIA CLEAR ELEAR
Open-back, circum-aural Open-back, circum-aural Open-back, circum-aural
• Type
headphones headphones headphones
• Impedance 80 Ohms 55 Ohms 80 Ohms
• Sensitivity 104dB SPL / 1mW @ 1kHz 104dB SPL / 1mW @ 1kHz 104dB SPL / 1mW @ 1kHz
• THDheadphones & multimedia
classic loudspeakers
studio monitors
car audio
EXP - GB
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