Focal Twin6
Best critical listening tools for professional audio engineers.
This 2.5-way powered studio monitor delivers exceptional transparency, definition, and dynamics for critical listening. It features a 1.5-inch beryllium inverted dome tweeter for superior linearity and a unique composite 'W'-cone woofer for neutral, distortion-free sound. The advanced crossover system ensures a linear response, while a special 'Focus mode' allows for midrange-forward listening to simulate various playback systems. Rear panel controls enable sensitivity adjustment, standby mode, and EQ for precise sound tailoring to your specific environment.
$2299.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
907
/ 11828
#907 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
+32%
Above average
Dimensions
20.310.213.5
/ in x in x in
Who it's for
- Audio engineers demanding pristine, accurate sound reproduction for critical work.
- Producers creating bass-heavy genres or needing precise low-end monitoring.
- Mix engineers needing to quickly reference mixes on different speaker types.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious producers or hobbyists seeking affordable studio monitoring solutions.
- Engineers working in untreated rooms or with limited acoustic treatment budgets.
- Home studio owners with limited desk space or small control rooms.
Key Specs
Dimensions
20.3 in x 10.2 in x 13.5 in
Weight
48.5 lb
Type
Active Studio Monitor
Application
Near-Field Studio Monitoring
Configuration
2.5-Way
LF Driver
2x 6.5-inch 'W'-cone
HF Driver
1.5-inch Beryllium inverted dome
Input
Analog XLR
Know before you buy
Focus mode reconfigures the speaker to act as a full-range driver, emphasizing the midrange frequencies. This simulates the sound of smaller, less capable playback systems, allowing you to check how your mix translates to consumer devices like phones or laptops.
Yes, the Twin6 is designed for near-field monitoring, making it well-suited for smaller rooms. However, given their 48.5 lb weight and dual 6.5-inch woofers, ensure you have sturdy stands and enough desk or floor space to accommodate their footprint.
In this configuration, both 6.5-inch woofers handle low frequencies, but only one handles the midrange. This design provides the punch and power of a larger system while maintaining the precise imaging and clarity typically found in smaller two-way monitors.
With a frequency response reaching down to 45 Hz, the Twin6 provides significant low-end extension that is sufficient for most mixing tasks. Unless you are working in genres that require extreme sub-bass precision, you likely won't need an additional subwoofer.
The Twin6 does not feature automated room correction software. Instead, it offers manual EQ controls on the rear panel, allowing you to adjust the high and low frequencies to compensate for the acoustic characteristics of your specific room.
The monitor features a standard analog XLR input. You will need to connect these to your audio interface or monitor controller using balanced XLR cables to ensure a clean, noise-free signal.
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