The new Focal 1000 Series custom-installed speakers look like a big package. In addition to featuring exclusive technologies, the wall-mounted speakers also have adjustable drivers that can be directed to the listener.
The Focal 1000 Series consists of speakers built into the wall and ceiling, as well as subwoofers, to provide a more hidden and discreet alternative to home cinema or high-fidelity setups. But it doesn’t compromise on sound quality, with the same beryllium tweeters and ‘W’ cones seen on Focal’s incredible Utopia line of home speakers.
They also promise to be simple to install – ceiling speakers use Focal’s patented ‘Easy Quick Install’ system, which requires no tools. The speaker grilles are fixed with magnets and optional wall frames are being prepared.
You can also expand the system. The wall speakers can be paired with one, two, four or six subwoofers, as desired.
So, what is gamma made of? The Focal 1000 IWLCR Utopia wall speaker has Focal’s main beryllium tweeter, four 6.5 inch bass drivers and two 3 inch midrange drivers. It is also adjustable by 15 degrees to shoot directly from the listening position. It costs £ 6999 (€ 6999 / $ 7499).
The IWSUB Utopia 1000 wall-mounted subwoofer has a two-part design, each with three 6.5-inch bass drivers. Wait very low. It costs £ 2599 (€ 2599, $ 2799).
Home cinema fans will want the 1000 IWLCR6, a three-way wall speaker designed to bring your movies and TV shows to life. It will work as a left, right, center or surround channel. Again, the midrange / tweeter section can tilt about 15 degrees to reach the listening position, in addition to being able to be rotated 90 degrees and used as a dedicated center channel speaker. Yours for £ 2,499 (€ 2,499, $ 2,699).
The 1000 ICLCR5 is a built-in three-way speaker, suitable for home theater installations without a back wall. It is adjustable and has ‘Easy Quick Install’ technology for installation without tools. Price? £ 1,999 (€ 1,999, $ 2,199).
Looking for a premium two-way home cinema speaker? The 1000 IW6 fits the bill. It is ideal for front or surround effects in smaller rooms and costs £ 1699 (€ 1699, $ 1799).
For immense musicality and power, check out the 1000 ICW6 ceiling speaker. Once again, tool-less installation is the order of the day and has the same format as the Focal 300 Series, making it easy to update. It costs £ 999 (€ 999, $ 1,099).
Finally, the 1000 ICA6 ceiling speaker has a 35 degree angle for an optimal fit. It can also be installed without tools. Yours for £ 999 (€ 999, $ 1,099).
All elements of the Focal 1000 Series are sold separately and will be available this month.
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