Essential Information About the Focal Solo6 Monitoring Speaker
- "Focus" Full-Range Mode: Two listening modes in one (2-way / 1-way) to instantly check your balances without leaving the sweet spot.
- Reference Transparency: Inverted dome Beryllium tweeter and 6.5" W cone woofer with TMD suspension for remarkable definition and dynamics.
- Easy Studio Integration: Built-in filters (high-pass, shelving, 160 Hz EQ), +4 dBu/-10 dBV sensitivity, and switchable standby mode.
- French Manufacturing: Carefully crafted enclosure, inserts for wall/ceiling mounting, and "M" protective grille for durability.
A Focal Heritage, Designed for Critical Monitoring
Designed and manufactured in France, the Solo6 continues the lineage of Focal nearfield monitors. It features the brand's signatures (inverted Beryllium dome, composite W cone) while incorporating acoustic control and ergonomic optimizations aimed at demanding studios, from recording booths to modern mixing rooms.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
The Solo6 targets sound engineers, producers, and composers seeking precise nearfield monitoring for recording, editing, mixing, and pre-mastering. Its "Focus" Mode transforms the speaker into a 1-way full-range system to judge balances, processing, and translation on simpler systems without multiplying monitor pairs or wasting time on rewiring.
Key Technologies for Quick Decision-Making
Switchable "Focus" Mode
With one click, you switch from extended 2-way listening to 1-way full-range listening (woofer only). You save space on the console, stay centered in the stereo image, and simplify comparisons during mixing. Ideal for checking the clarity of vocals, mids, and rhythm at low volume.
Drivers and Distortion Control
The inverted dome Beryllium tweeter offers ultra-fast response and precise dispersion. The 6.5" W cone woofer coupled with TMD (Tuned Mass Damper) technology significantly reduces distortion in the 1-3 kHz range, where the ear is most sensitive. Result: sharp transients, clear mids, and controlled bass.
Adaptation to Environment and Immersive Installation
Built-in settings (high-pass, shelving EQ, and 160 Hz low-mid correction for console reflections) facilitate integration in control rooms. Wall and ceiling mounting inserts allow implementation in immersive systems like Dolby Atmos or Sony 360.
Technical Specifications
Type and Architecture
- Active nearfield monitor
- 2-way Bass-Reflex
- Switchable "Focus" Mode: 1-way full-range speaker (driver only)
Drivers and Amplification
- 6.5" TMD (Tuned Mass Damper) driver
- 1.5" inverted dome Beryllium tweeter with "M" protective grille
- Amplifier power (RMS): 80 Watts (woofer) + 50 Watts (tweeter)
- Max SPL (50 Hz - 10 kHz, free field at 1 m): 110 dB
- Frequency response (-3 dB): 45-40,000 Hz in 2-way mode; 110-10,000 Hz in 1-way mode
Adjustments and Filters
- Adjustable high-pass filter
- Low & High shelving EQ
- Low-Mid EQ (160 Hz) to compensate for console reflections
- Switchable automatic standby function
- Adjustable input sensitivity: +4 dBu / -10 dBV
Connectivity
- Balanced analog input on XLR
- "Focus" input/output on 6.35 mm jack
Construction and Dimensions
- MDF enclosure with veneered side panels
- Wall and ceiling mounting inserts
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 334 x 246 x 295 mm
- Weight: 13 kg
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