Focal SM9 Datasheet

SM9

Professional analog

monitoring speaker

This monitoring speaker establishes itself as a reference
thanks to the precision of the stereo image, its capacity to
reproduce each of the micro details of the audio signal , as
well as unconditional respect of the original dynamics.

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Two monitors in one!

One of the major SM9 innovations lies in the fact of offering 2
monitoring speakers in only one and unique cabinet. The SM9 is
thus composed of 2 monitors:

+ 8" “W” subwoofer + 11" passive radiator). This monitor offers
a frequency response from 30Hz to 40kHz for total control of the
audio signal permitting extremely precise work.

This monitor offers a frequency response from 90Hz to 40kHz,
permitting to check the mix transfer quality on systems with
limited frequency response in the bass frequencies for example TV
sets, computers, cars, iPod docks or any multimedia system. This
monitor also permits to check the midrange register, very hard to
equalize and balance in terms of sound level compared to the other
information contained in the audio signal. The activation of this
monitor is made by setting off the FOCUS mode on the side panel.

a 3-way monitor (Beryllium tweeter + 6.5" “W” woofer

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a 2-way monitor (Beryllium tweeter + 6.5” “W” woofer).

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Exclusive acoustic technologies

• Pure Beryllium inverted dome tweeter

The inverted dome tweeter is a hallmark of Focal. Introduced
more than twenty years ago, this tweeter produces a high output,
but without requiring high energy input and without increasing
directivity.

The introduction of the pure Beryllium dome, capable of covering 5 full
octaves from 1,000 to 40,000Hz constitutes a new decisive advance
regarding new audio formats. This tweeter capacity to reproduce high
frequencies with unmatched speed and transparency. This tweeter
allows an unprecedented price/performance ratio. To finish with,
the new TB872 tweeter delivers outstanding dynamics thanks to its
amazing magnet field (2.1 teslas).

• The “W” cone

Focal has been developing the technologies of composite sandwich
cones for more than 15 years. The «W» process (Glass/Foam/Glass)
provides a true optimization of the frequency response by fine tuning
of mass, rigidity and damping parameters. The balance between these
3 fundamental and often contradictory parameters is at the basis of
the outstanding sound neutrality of our speakers.

• Passive radiator

In order to reproduce the lowest frequency range within a very small
volume without any air flow noises, the SM9 is equipped with a no
compromise, custom designed “W” passive radiator.

• High performance tailor-made amplification

The SM9 uses low distortion class AB power stages for low (400W),
mid (100W) and high frequency (100W) channels, entirely
respecting the dynamics of the low level audio signal and ensuring
total transparency.

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Technical specifications

PERFORMANCE

Frequency response

Maximum SPL

ELECTRONIC SECTION

Input

Bass
Midrange
Treble

Power supply

User controls and indicators

Light indicator

3-way mode 30Hz - 40kHz (+/- 3dB)

40Hz - 20kHz (+/- 1dB)

2-way mode (Focus) 90Hz - 20kHz (+/- 3dB)

3-way mode 116dB SPL (peak @ 1m)

2-way mode (Focus) 106dB SPL (peak @ 1m)

Type / Impedance
Connector
Sensitivity

Local supply

Connection
Rear panel

Side panel

Electronically balanced / 10 kOhms
XLR
Adjustable, +4dBu or -10dBV

400W, class AB
100W, class AB
100W, class AB

230V (3.15A fuse)
115V (6.3A)
IEC inlet and detachable power cord

Input sensitivity selector (+4dBu / -10dBV)
High-pass crossover (full range, 45, 60, 90Hz @ -6dB)
Low frequency shelving

(+/- 3dB from 30 to 250Hz per step of 0.5dB)

High frequency shelving

(+/- 3dB from 4.5 to 40kHz per step of 0.5dB)

Low frequency EQ

(+/- 3dB per step of 0.5dB @ 50Hz, Q factor = 2)

Low-mid frequency EQ

(+/- 3dB per step of 0.5dB @ 160Hz, Q factor = 1)

Mid frequency EQ

(+/- 3dB per step of 0.5dB @ 1kHz, Q factor = 0.6)

Stand By / On switch
Direct switch
Focus switch

Power On, clipping and default on front panel LED

SM9

Professional analog

monitoring speaker

TRANSDUCERS

Passive radiator

Subwoofer

Midrange

Tweeter

11WPP52, 11” (27cm) Focal “W” composite sandwich cone piston, extra wide inverted surround
radiator

8W7571, 8” (20cm) Focal “W” composite sandwich cone driver

6W0452, 6.5” (16.5cm) Focal “W” composite sandwich cone driver

TB872, 1” pure Beryllium inverted dome tweeter

CABINET

Construction

Finish

Dimensions (HxLxD)

Weight

The technical specifications of these products may be modified.

Focal® is a trademark of Focal-JMlab® - BP 374 - 108, rue de l’Avenir - 42353 La Talaudière cedex France
Tel. [phone] - Fax [phone] - www.focal-fr.com - SCAuB101026/1

0.88”(22mm) and 1.2” (30mm) panels with internal braces

Black natural veneering top and bottom panels, black body

12.8” x 19.6” x 15.6” (320mm x 490mm x 390mm)

77lb (35kg)