As with all desktop monitors i do find it beneficial to raise them up off the desk by a good amount, preferably tilting them somewhat upwards as well. Selfpowered, so simply plug in your source and youre ready to go. The sopra 2 is a worthy member of the next generation of focal speakers. Focal xs book bluetooth wireless compatible with all smartphones and tablet pcs equipped with bluetooth technology. A 5 extension monorca cable is also included if you need to position the speakers further apart. The two others that really came in to play were focal xs book speakers on sale at. Buy focal xs book wireless speaker black at amazon uk. Focal xs book provides great sound at moderate price. Focal xs multimedia sound system user manual pdf download. Specially designed for powering a subwoofer, this amplifier combines very high power and some great features. Discussion in audio hardware started by shawn, nov 15, 2014. They will be mainly used for music and i dont like too much bass anyways so no need for a sub. If you are interested in a complete audio system for your computer system or even as a standalone ipod music system, the xs 2. Sopra n2 is the new epitome of todays premium loudspeakers.
To my ears it might be slightly quieter than the mm 1, but it is still there and from near field listening at the desk it is. I support my growing family through this website, as crazy as it might seem. Great sound for the size, impressive bass for 4 woofer. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you to read. Stable at 2 ohms and 1 ohm, equipped with a complete. View and download focal xs multimedia sound system user manual online. Focal xs satellite speakers with dock for ipod and mp3. Range of approximately 10 meters 33 feet without obstacles. John bevier, national sales manager for audio plus services talks about the focal xs book wireless speakers during cedia 20 in denver. A listen to newer competition such as the epoz aktimate micro and focal xs book made the decision relatively easy, if surprising. Stereo system with focal high quality technology compatible with all smartphones and tablet pcs equipped with bluetooth technology. Free delivery, emi, cod possible on eligible purchases.
View and download focal xs book user manual online. As im looking around, i seem to gravitate toward the focal xs book and the mm 1. The speakers have a clean, modern industrial design with a highgloss black finish. But focal made compromises to achieve its lower price. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you. Desktopcomputer speakers, audiophile recommendations.
Xs multimedia sound system speaker system pdf manual download. Very clear and accurate sound in a very compact space. Thats a mouth full, but what is means is that id been listening to a new set of computer speakers. The sound is notably natural with vocals, well balanced, and surprisingly open. Bluetooth speaker xs book focal focal listen beyond. The sound and the fury the mm 1 doesnt seem very picky about placement thanks to its compact size and sealed enclosure. Focal xs book mac strasourg mac revendeur focal focal xs book. Compact but highperformance, xs book can also become an active solution around a flat panel, or bring quality sound into a small room once connected to a. Tja, min drom er at opgrade efterfolgende til focal aria 926 eller lign. I was curious as to why focal did not pull the digital signal from the ipod. I am personally thinking between bose companion 20 and focal xs book for 2. Focal xs book provides great sound at moderate price macworld. Jan 02, 2017 i think focal engineers took their time and captured lightning in a bottle. I have an itunes account and know that i can play my music through either of these speakers, but i also have a spotify subscription.
What i was listening to was aac3 files playing on focals new xs 2. It has become to my reference for a fun desktop speaker after a year. View online specification sheet for focal access 1 30 a1 db subwoofer or simply click download button to examine the focal access 1 30 a1 db guidelines offline on your desktop or laptop computer. Ask the question you have about the focal xs book wireless here simply to other product owners. Hojttaler, focal, jmlab electra 906, passiv, 90 w, god, s. Like the mm1, the focal xs book generates constant white noise when they are powered on, regardless of volume level, or whether any audio cables are plugged in. Check out the link for a spec sheet note that these are not the wireless version of the xs book. The better your problem and question is described, the easier it is for other focal xs book wireless owners to provide you with a good answer. Thanks everyone for clicking the like button and subscr. Fast forward to the present day, and focal have released a refreshed version of their 800 series of speakers, now dubbed the chora line. The xs book wireless system is a true minimonitor for your computer, equipped with all focal speaker technology and able to reveal the richness and dynamics of your multimedia audio content. Aktimate micro and focal xs book made the decision relatively easy. Pure sound performance meets highend, futuristic design.
Compact but highperformance, xs book can also become an active solution around a flat panel, or bring quality sound into a small room once connected to a music player. Sound quality and aesthetics converge in this ipodcomputer system. Compact but highperformance, xs book can also become an act. The focal xs book has a 20w x 2ch amplifier built into the right speaker to power both the right and left speakers. Grand soundstage, good dynamics, detailed, very even. The 4 speakers are equipped with the new flax cone that provide a neutral sound without coloration, more dynamique and natural reproduction. Get details of focal xs satellite speakers with dock for ipod and mp3 players discontinued by manufacturer including specifications, features and more on. If you find this page as helpful as a book you might have had to buy or a workshop you may have had to take, feel free to help me continue helping everyone. A discrete headphone amp and an mm phono preamp are included, making the. Photos show small nics on right speaker to reflect the 8. Focal xs book music system powered desktop speakers at.
Like the mm 1, the focal xs book generates constant white noise when they are powered on, regardless of volume level, or whether any audio cables are plugged in or not. The focal xs books right and left speaker are connected to one another using the supplied 5 monorca cable. It was the one of its inexpensive products, the focal xs book wireless that i had the pleasure of hearing during this past labour day weekend. Comes with original power cord and replacement rca cable to link the two speakers together. Focal xs book full range multimedia speaker guitar center. In fact id say they are probably one of the most well known higher quality brands among the general nonaudiophile public. Focal access 1 30 a1 db subwoofer specification sheet pdf. Aug 12, 2009 the focal xs is an attractive, selfpowered 2. First, having a powered, bluetooth system that works, and in high fidelity, is cause for celebration. Buy focal xs satellite speakers with dock for ipod and mp3 players discontinued by manufacturer online at best price in india.
The amplifier is a traditional class a b design, with a large transformer. Lenses produced for 35 mm film cameras may mount well on the digital. Provide a clear and comprehensive description of the problem and your question. Focal xs book powered loudspeaker desktop delight steven stone. Desktopcomputer speakers, audiophile recommendations steve. And since decoration rhymes with integration, focal xs book wireless is available in black high. I have tried so many speakers like bose, logitech, klipsch etc. I have the focals on my home computer, where i spend more of my time and the the mm 1s are at work. I have had focal floor speakers before and was very happy with them.
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