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Focal Alpha Evo 80

Description

Essential Information About the Focal "Alpha Evo 80" Monitoring Speaker

  • Extended and Controlled Bass: linear response from 38 Hz to 22 kHz for precise judgment of the mix foundation and transients.
  • Precise Highs and Wide Sweet Spots thanks to the Focal inverted aluminum dome tweeter, for a stable stereo image.
  • 8-inch "Slatefiber" Woofer combining rigidity and damping for exemplary neutrality and high power handling.
  • Studio Integration Without Constraints: XLR, 6.35 mm TRS, and RCA inputs, switchable auto-standby, and mounting inserts for wall/ceiling installation.

"Evo" in the Alpha Line: Redesigned Design, Enhanced Efficiency

With the "Evo 80," Focal evolves the Alpha series by modernizing the enclosure and the aerodynamics of the port. The baffle with softened edges, the wide-section laminar port, and the reinforced 15 mm MDF cabinet reduce turbulence and unwanted resonances at high SPL levels. As the 8-inch model in the Alpha Evo family, it combines deep low-end extension with midrange clarity, staying true to Focal's signature sound.

For Whom and For What Uses?

Designed for mixing rooms, post-production, broadcast, and ambitious home studios, the Alpha Evo 80 delivers a neutral sound that limits fatigue and ensures reliable decision-making. Its deep bass and high peak level facilitate the evaluation of kicks, basses, and sub-harmonics, even without a subwoofer. Ideal in stereo pairs or surround listening, it maintains phase coherence and a stable off-axis image.

Key Features and Innovations

Focal Transducers and Class D Bi-Amplification

The inverted aluminum dome tweeter offers finesse, low vertical directivity, and consistent dispersion. The 8-inch Slatefiber woofer-carbon fibers recycled and embedded in a polymer-combines lightness, rigidity, and damping. Dedicated Class D bi-amplification for each driver maximizes dynamics and headroom while maintaining excellent transient control.

Adjustments, Connectivity, and Studio Integration

"Low" and "High" EQ settings allow adapting the frequency response to the room (close to a wall, treated or untreated space). The triple symmetric/asymmetric connectivity ensures compatibility with all audio interfaces. The switchable auto-standby, mounting inserts, and bass-reflex loading simplify installation, even in tight spaces.

Technical Specifications

General

  • Type: active monitoring speaker
  • Loading: bass-reflex with wide-section laminar port
  • Enclosure: reinforced 15 mm MDF, baffle with softened edges

Transducers and Amplification

  • Tweeter: 25 mm inverted aluminum dome (35 W Class D)
  • Woofer: 8-inch "Slatefiber" cone (80 W Class D)

Frequency Response and Levels

  • Frequency response: 38 Hz to 22 kHz (+/-3 dB)
  • Max SPL: 106 dB (peak at 1 m)

Connectivity and Controls

  • Audio inputs: 1 x 6.35 mm TRS jack (balanced), 1 x XLR (balanced), 1 x RCA cinch (unbalanced)
  • Input impedance: 10 kOhm
  • Low filter: +/-6 dB (0 to 250 Hz)
  • High filter: +/-3 dB (4.5 to 35 kHz)

Power Supply and Energy Management

  • Auto-standby: after approximately 15 minutes without signal, switchable function

Installation

  • Mounting inserts: wall/ceiling
  • Accessory: protective grille included

Dimensions

  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 390 x 296 x 330 mm
  • Weight: 9.8 kg
Brand reference number: ALPHA EVO 80

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I bought the Focal Alpha Evo 80 to replace my Yamaha HS5, the difference in depth and stereo image is really crazy, the mids and highs are much more defined, there is infra that is not or very little on the HS5, I am really very happy with it :)
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Posted on 30/11/2022
By Luca L.
I bought the Focal Alpha Evo 80 to replace my Yamaha HS5, the difference in depth and stereo image is really crazy, the mids and highs are much more defined, there is infra that is not or very little on the HS5, I am really very happy with it :)
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I bought the Focal Alpha Evo 80 to replace my Yamaha HS5, the difference in depth and stereo image is really crazy, the mids and highs are much more defined, there is infra that is not or very little on the HS5, I am really very happy with it :)
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Top product What you hear is very well transcribed on any other device, wide frequency range with clear and defined highs, detailed mids, and very well reproduced bass making a subwoofer unnecessary... Unless you want to make Gothic music ??
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Posted on 04/10/2023
By WALTER SECA
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An unbeatable quality/price ratio. Whether at very low volume or at an exaggerated volume, the sound is straight and precise. They are impressive. Top!
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Posted on 11/01/2024
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satisfaction up to its design! very good product, but I had targeted it for two years, I was just waiting for the promotion to trigger the purchase,
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Posted on 12/12/2022
By eric delmotte
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Superb speaker used for monitoring in my home studio. Precise and powerful enough, at this price it's hard to do better!
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Posted on 24/11/2022
By Vadim M.
These speakers are well made, the sound is clean and precise ... the perfect follow-up to my Fostex Pm2mk2.
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Posted on 12/05/2023
By Arnaud Tonel
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Unbeatable value for money. Very good spectrum transmission, deep bass. And it's French!
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Posted on 30/11/2022
By willy
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If you are looking for precise monitoring speakers, take this one.
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Posted on 04/10/2023
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Good sound, more powerful than expected
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Super enceinte Son optimal
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Posted on 11/08/2023
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Good material
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Posted on 13/12/2022
By Tina
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Great monitors for the price! Precise and powerful, honestly not disappointed. Only downside is that they are really bulky, especially in depth...
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Posted on 30/11/2022
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