Focal CLASSIC COLLECTION I 2020 Brochure
CLASSIC COLLECTION I 2020
THE THRILL OF
For 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
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
memories, of extraordinary
dreams and emotions. This
experience is represented
by Focal’s signature ‘Listen
Beyond’, which embodies the
intention to make each moment
in life a moment of intense
pleasure.
HIGH-FIDELITY
SOUND
Our philosophy aims at
promoting
made in France:
100% of Focal products
are designed and developed
by our engineers, and most
of 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.
our expertise
NEW
CHORA
Renewal without repetition; constant progression: this has
always been our leitmotif. Picking up where Chorus left o,
the Chora line is the new addition to the Focal catalogue,
making High-Fidelity accessible to all music lovers with
leading products in their price category.
These innovative loudspeakers bring Focal technology into
your home. Manufactured in France, the speaker drivers
include the Slatefiber cone, a new feature exclusive to
Focal, drawing on 40 years of acoustic research. The result?
A quality sound, outstanding harmony but also a unique
aesthetic signature thanks to the “slate” eect of the new
cone, with its modern design and refined finish options for
the entire line.
CLASSIC
01
UTOPIA III EVO
The legend is evolving
Our classic line embodies the spirit of HighFidelity. Over the years, successive legendary models have produced a collection of
loudspeakers which are unique worldwide.
The highlights of the era were the three
generations of Grande Utopia loudspeakers
which were widely acclaimed on an international scale. Anything that seems to be
impossible represents a new challenge for
us. We believe pushing the limits of technology to be the only way to fully reveal the
slightest nuance and every subtlety in music.
The goal is to oer an unprecedented musical or cinematographic experience.
Utopia is our reference loudspeaker line, a
timeless icon which embodies excellence
in all its aspects. Extravagant by essence,
it accepts no compromise. With infinitely
customisable finishes, each product oers
unrivalled luxury.
Sopra is the epitome of today’s high-end
loudspeaker. The sleek, high-tech design will
delight aesthetics enthusiasts and audiophiles. It brings high-fidelity sound into your
living room!
Kanta inaugurates a new vision of the Premium enclosure! Uncompromising design
geared entirely towards acoustic performance
and a selection of unique finishes.
Aria 900 is our midrange loudspeakers line.
It asserts itself through its innovative Flax
sandwich cone speaker drivers. The design
blends a conservative yet modern style.
With Chora, remarkable sound potential and
a modern look are accessible to everyone.
Time to discover High-Fidelity and Focal
technology.
Ultra high-end electronic solution, Astral 16
is a 16-channel audio-video processor and
amplifier which guarantees maximum enjoyment from your high-fidelity loudspeakers
and an incredible sound experience at home!
An essential component of every Home
Cinema system is the subwoofer, which
gives depth and scale to a multi-channel
audio-visual experience. Our subwoofer
range covers all types of uses and oers a
distinct design.
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03
04
05
SOPRA
Reveal the invisible
KANTA
Performance meets style!
ARIA 900
Aordable High-End
CHORA
Explore High-Fidelity
Not all standard finishes are available in all countries and/or sales distribution networks.
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07
ASTRAL 16
The magic of cinema, at home!
SUBWOOFERS
A whole, unique family!
UTOPIA III EVO
The legend is evolving
The Grande Utopia story started in 1995 with
a major innovation: the 'W' composite sandwich cone. It went on in 2002 with the Grande
Utopia Be that introduced the pure Beryllium
inverted dome tweeter.
Its entire DNA is marked by innovation: each
generation of this reference loudspeaker
brings with it major advances. Let's take
Beryllium and Focus Time, for example...
a showcase of Focal savoir-faire. The EM
(electro-magnet) woofer technology is such
a decisive step that it lends its name to the
Grande Utopia EM. This new milestone is
added to the long list of innovations from previous generations: Multiferrite, Power Flower,
OPC, Gamma Structure.
The Utopia III Evo edition begins a new
chapter in the adventure. It was essential
to integrate the most recent innovations in
this exceptional collection: the NIC (Neutral
Inductance Circuit) and the TMD suspension.
The entire crossover system on the new speaker drivers has been redesigned.
The rigidity of the Grande Utopia EM Evo cabinet has been improved using reinforcement
rings positioned around the speaker drivers.
The sound architecture of Utopia III has been
preserved, with the constant intention of reducing harmonic distortion in the fragile midrange
register, which is so very crucial for revealing the
artist’s emotions... The best components have
also found their way: cables, double terminal
boards and separate crossovers.
In addition to its Metallic Blue, Ash Grey, British Racing Green, Black Lacquer and Carrara
White finishes, Utopia III Evo is also available
in Noyer finishes: Noyer Naturel and Noyer
Foncé. In its natural form, this tawny yellow
wood, veined with brown, provides incredible
nuances of colour, finished o by a High Gloss
varnish. This unique French variety is carefully
worked by hand by our expert cabinetmakers.
Utopia III Evo is an iconic line.
Still way ahead of any others...
Grande Utopia has left an indelible
mark with each generation. It is the
most accomplished Focal concept,
and the ultimate acoustic reference.
This loudspeaker now marks another
stage by integrating the most recent
Focal technologies: the NIC motor, the
TMD suspension, the reinforcement
rings and a new-generation crossover system. With its exceptional performance and unique style, Grande
Utopia EM Evo is no longer just a
technological landmark, it is an acoustic sculpture.
The technological twin sister of the
Grande Utopia EM Evo, the Stella
Utopia Em Evo retains the innovations
of the Utopia line in a 3-way version
and with more convenient dimensions. With its 33cm 'W' woofer and
latest technologies, its sound tuning
reproduces midranges wonderfully.
This loudspeaker produces perfect
definition across the full frequency
range, with the ideal balance between
registers…
Maestro Utopia Evo has become a
3-way floorstanding loudspeaker in
order to make it more versatile and
easier to install in your listening room.
The bass is very consistent but it still
retains Maestro’s characteristic dynamic range and punch. The midrange
register hasn’t been neglected: we
have integrated our latest technical
innovations, such as the TMD suspension and the Neutral Inductance
Circuit. In conclusion, each register
reproduced by Maestro Utopia Evo
has been enhanced for even more
precision and dynamic range.
Thanks to its terminal block, Scala
Utopia Evo is now bi-amplified for
even greater sound customisation.
Scala integrates Focal’s latest technological innovations, particularly within the midrange speaker driver with
its TMD suspension and its Neutral
Inductance Circuit. These enhancements have resulted in a reduction in
distortion, to provide an even more
precise and detailed midrange register combined with Scala’s undisputed
musicality.
Grande Utopia EM Evo
Carrara White finish
Stella Utopia EM Evo
Metallic Blue finish
Maestro Utopia Evo
British Racing Green finish
Scala Utopia Evo
Noyer Naturel finish
• 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
11 (27cm) 'W' woofer
with a Magnetic Damping System (MDS)
11 (27cm) 'W' woofer
Power Flower 6
with TMD suspension and NIC motor
1/16
1
(27mm) IAL2 pure Beryllium
1/2
(16,5cm) 'W' midrange
inverted dome tweeter
7/8
7/8
57
x 17
x 30
1/4
"
(1,470x455x770mm)
11 (27cm) 'W' woofer
Power Flower 6
with TMD suspension and NIC motor
1/16
1
" (27mm) IAL2 pure Beryllium
1/2
(16,5cm) 'W' midrange,
inverted dome tweeter
1/8
1/2
49
x 15
x 26
3/8
"
(1,247x393x670mm)
• Drivers
• Frequency response (±3dB)
• Low frequency
point (-6dB)
• Sensitivity
(2.83V/1m)
• Nominal
impedance
• Minimum
impedance
• Crossover
frequency
• Recommended
amplifier power
• Dimensions
(HxWxD)
Electro-Magnetic 16" (40cm) 'W' woofer
Multiferrite 11" (27cm) 'W' mid-bass
Two Power Flower 6
TMD suspension and NIC motor
1/16
1
" (27mm) IAL2 pure Beryllium
1/2
" (16.5cm) 'W' midrange with
inverted dome tweeter
Electro-Magnetic 13" (33cm) 'W' woofer
Two Power Flower 6
TMD suspension and NIC motor
1/16
1
" (27mm) IAL2 pure Beryllium
1/2
" (16.5cm) 'W' midrange with
inverted dome tweeter
18Hz - 40kHz 22Hz - 40kHz 25Hz – 40kHz 27Hz – 40kHz
14Hz 18Hz 21Hz 24Hz
94dB 94dB 93dB 92dB
8Ω 8Ω 8Ω 8Ω
3Ω 2.8Ω 3.1Ω 3,2Ω
80 / 220 / 2,300Hz 230 / 2,200Hz 280 / 2,200Hz 220 / 2,400Hz
50 - 1,500W 50 - 1,000W 80 – 600W 40 – 500W
13/16
3/4
79
x 25
x 34
5/8
(2,012x654x880mm)
"
1/3
3/4
61
x 21
x 32
11/16
"
(1,558x553x830mm)
• Net weight 584.21lbs (265kg) 374.79lbs (170kg) 255.71lbs (116kg) 187.41lbs (85kg)
Utopia finishes
Metallic
Blue
Black
Lacquer
Noyer
Naturel
British Racing Green
Ash Grey
Carrara White
Noyer
Foncé
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