Focal Speakers?
08 November 2002, 12:28 AM
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I am looking about for some new speakers to replace the ones in my type R. (doors & rear shelf)
While looking on this board I have seen a few comments about these Focal speakers. I dont know much about ICE but I have never came across these before. Any one got any comments about them? Would they be better than say some Pioneer speakers?
Would I get better sound etc by using an amp for these Focal speakers? Do they have a web site address or somewhere I can find out about them?
Any comments appreciated.
While looking on this board I have seen a few comments about these Focal speakers. I dont know much about ICE but I have never came across these before. Any one got any comments about them? Would they be better than say some Pioneer speakers?
Would I get better sound etc by using an amp for these Focal speakers? Do they have a web site address or somewhere I can find out about them?
Any comments appreciated.
08 November 2002, 08:09 AM
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Focal have been around for a few years. They're French (but don't let that put you off). They used to only have high-end ranges IIRC, which were damned expensive, but have released cheaper ranges and recently revamped these ranges too. For around 120 quid you can have a component set from 'em which should be pretty good.
I'll try and get a listen to 'em sometime, and may well try some in the future.
The other commonly tried options are Infinity, or JBL, though practically any 6" will fit with a little ingenuity
Listen to the focals, they may be just what you want...
I'll try and get a listen to 'em sometime, and may well try some in the future.
The other commonly tried options are Infinity, or JBL, though practically any 6" will fit with a little ingenuity
Listen to the focals, they may be just what you want...
08 November 2002, 05:12 PM
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Hi stiscooby
I can second that just had focals all round well chuffed,
Every one must be getting p****d of with me for going on about them, but honest they are good.
James
I can second that just had focals all round well chuffed,
Every one must be getting p****d of with me for going on about them, but honest they are good.
James
08 November 2002, 06:20 PM
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Check out the "which speaker" post. Theres a bit about focals in there. They are VERY good.
I have k2's in the front of my type R, 6 and 1/2 was a BITCH to fit. K2's are a tad expensive tho, £400 ish.
I have k2's in the front of my type R, 6 and 1/2 was a BITCH to fit. K2's are a tad expensive tho, £400 ish.
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I've got a Focal install.They are the best speakers i have EVER hear.Make sure you get some decent soundproofing with them and absolutely forget the mainstream Jap manufacturers.Focal only build speakers and it really does show.
Paul.
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The focal cones are used in the B&W home speakers - bookshelf or floorstanding - just have a look at the reviews they get. I've got a pair i bought 4 years ago and they sound great with my marantz cd and amp. Funnily enough i've also got a set in the scoob...
try these: http://www.carreview.com/PRD_52770_1805crx.aspx
don't know the focal website off hand though.
[Edited by Si.t - 11/20/2002 1:18:52 AM]
try these: http://www.carreview.com/PRD_52770_1805crx.aspx
don't know the focal website off hand though.
[Edited by Si.t - 11/20/2002 1:18:52 AM]
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