Focal Augments Alpha 80 Evo, Alpha Twin Evo and subwoofer Sub One Line

February 2, 2022

Press Release

Focal completes its Alpha Evo line with new Alpha 80 Evo and Alpha Twin Evo monitors, and introduces a brand-new subwoofer: Sub One. With new features and technologies as well as a fresh design, the line delivers unrivalled performance at this price point, sealing the French brand’s position as a benchmark for professional studios.

ALPHA EVO IS MULTI-PURPOSE

Alpha 80 Evo and Alpha Twin Evo join Alpha 50 Evo and Alpha 65 Evo, released last year. With the line now complete, Focal is fully equipped to meet the needs of professionals looking for high volume and rich infrasound extension. These monitors stand out for their Slatefiber cone — made by Focal in France from recycled carbon-fibre — their laminar ports and their reliability. Founded in Saint-Etienne, the brand has dug deep into over 40 years of expertise in sound to create a line with perfect sonic coherence wherever you are listening.

VERSATILE TOOLS OF THE TRADE

Evo stands for Evolution. Alpha 80 Evo and Alpha Twin Evo boast a new 1/4" (6.35mm) TRS jack input, a disengageable automatic standby mode and inserts for wall mounting. This truly versatile range excels with Mixing, Mastering, DJ or Broadcast use. In terms of amplification, the full analog monitors are equipped with two class D amplifiers whose high current capacity allows full control of the signal dynamics. It also allows high volumes to be reached without distortion. Each of the loudspeakers picks up the smallest details in the mix.

DESIGN AND CABINET-MAKING

The monitors feature a 5/8" (15mm) -thick MDF cabinet, and incorporate internal braces to ensure it is highly robust, even at the highest levels of acoustic pressure. The bass-reflex design has been used to ensure easy acoustic integration in even the most cramped spaces. In terms of aesthetics, the traditional cube monitor shape makes way for rounded contours. The side panels create a robust and modern design which contributes to excellent sound and a unique and harmonious signature across the Focal collections.

SUB ONE: THE LONG-AWAITED SUBWOOFER

Sub One and its 200 watts RMS are one of the biggest newcomers to the 2022 Professional Collection and is a testament to Focal's spirit of innovation. Thanks to its precision and extremely low distortion, Sub One provides an ideal partner for the Alpha Evo and Shape lines. For the speaker drivers, the engineers have chosen double-skinned Slatefiber cones: the two aligned cones offer even greater rigidity, ideal for a subwoofer. Finally, thanks to its frontfiring ports, Sub One is easily positioned.

Available: February 2022 Alpha 50 Evo Alpha 80 Evo Alpha 65 Evo Alpha Twin Evo Sub One