Focal’s new 1000 Series speakers for custom installations look like a package. Not only do they have exclusive technologies, but the wall speakers also have adjustable drivers that can be turned to the listener.
The Focal 1000 range consists of wall and ceiling speakers, as well as subwoofers, to offer a more hidden, discreet alternative to home theater or hi-fi setup. But that does not detract from the sound quality, with the same Beryllium tweets and ‘W’ cones seen in Focal’s amazing Utopia range of home speakers.
They promise to be simple too – the ceiling speakers use Focal’s patented ‘Easy Quick Install’ system, which requires no tools. The speaker grilles are attached with magnets and optional frame to the wall is in the pipeline.
You can also enlarge the system. The wall speakers can be paired with one, two, four or six subwoofers at will.
What is the series? The wall-mounted Focal 1000 IWLCR Utopia speaker features Focal’s flagship Beryllium tweeter, four 6.5-inch bass drivers and two 3-inch center steering. It is also adjustable by 15 degrees to fire directly at your listening position. It costs £ 6999 (€ 6999 / $ 7499).
The 1000 IWSUB Utopia wall-mounted subwoofer has a two-piece design, each containing three 6.5-inch bass drivers. Expect very low side. It costs £ 2599 (€ 2599, $ 2799).
Home theater fans will love the 1000 IWLCR6, a three-walled speaker designed to bring your movies and TV shows to life. It will act as a left, right, center or surround channel. Again, the middle / tweeter section can tilt plus or minus 15 degrees to direct the listening position, and it can also be rotated 90 degrees and used as a dedicated speaker in the middle channel. Yours for £ 2499 (€ 2499, $ 2699).
The 1000 ICLCR5 is a triangular ceiling speaker suitable for home theater installations without a back wall. It is adjustable and has the ‘Easy Quick Install’ technology for tool-free installation. Price? £ 1999 (€ 1999, $ 2199).
Looking for a premium, two-way wall-mounted 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 tremendous musicality and power, check out the 1000 ICW6 ceiling speaker. Again, tool-free installation is the order of the day, and it has the same form factor as the Focal 300 series, making it easier to upgrade. It costs £ 999 (€ 999, $ 1099).
Finally, the 1000 ICA6 speaker in the ceiling has a 35 degree angle for optimal adjustment. It can also be installed without tools. Yours for £ 999 (€ 999, $ 1099).
All elements in the Focal 1000 series are sold separately and will be available this month.
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