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Definitive DT8LCR vs Focal 300 IW6 LCR Comparison

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Definitive DT8LCR

Passive In-wall | 27-30kHz

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Passive In-wall | 40-28kHz

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Definitive DT8LCR vs Focal 300 IW6 LCR Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing DT8LCR and 300 IW6 LCR, two Passive In-wall speakers from Definitive Technology and Focal.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Definitive DT8LCR and Focal 300 IW6 LCR first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Definitive DT8LCR Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter
  • 8" Polypropylene Woofer
  • 27-30kHz Frequency Response
  • 89 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:10-100watts
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 324.0" x 8.7500" x 3.7500"( 324.0 x 223.0 x 96.0mm )

Focal 300 IW6 LCR Key Specs

  • 3-way Design
  • 1" Inverted Hard-Dome Tweeter
  • 2 x 6.5" Flax Woofer
  • 40-28kHz Frequency Response
  • 92 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:50-150watts
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 572.0" x 7.5000" x 4.0000"( 572.0 x 191.0 x 102.0mm )

What size room are the Definitive DT8LCR and Focal 300 IW6 LCR speakers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size and max power parameters:

Listening Environment* Definitive DT8LCR Focal 300 IW6 LCR
Near-field Average Poor
Small Room Good Average
Mid-size Room Average Good
Large Room Poor Average
Very Large Room Bad Poor

(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2. Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Definitive DT8LCR and Focal 300 IW6 LCR compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.


**This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.


Drivers

One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that DT8LCR is a 2-way design whereas the 300 IW6 LCR is a 3-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.

Driver Definitive DT8LCR Focal 300 IW6 LCR
Driver Setup 2-way 3-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 8-inch 2 x 6.5-inch

DT8LCR features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 8" Polypropylene Woofer . On the other hand, the 300 IW6 LCR features a 1" Inverted Hard-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Flax Woofer .

Frequency Response

DT8LCR has a frequency range of 27-30kHz whereas 300 IW6 LCR has a frequency range of 40-28kHz. With a minimum frequency of 27Hz, the DT8LCR can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the 300 IW6 LCR's min frequency of 40Hz.

Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the In-wall class in our database.

Low Frequency

In-wall Speakers

DT8LCR
300 IW6 LCR
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

In-wall Speakers

Definitive DT8LCR
Focal 300 IW6 LCR
Min
Average
Max

None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Impedance and Sensitivity

DT8LCR and 300 IW6 LCR have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. DT8LCR sensitivity is rated at 89 dB and the 300 IW6 LCR's is at 92 dB. This 3 dB difference makes the Focal 300 IW6 LCR a more sensitive speaker compared to Definitive DT8LCR, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

In-wall Speakers

DT8LCR
300 IW6 LCR
Min
Average
Max

Power Range

Power range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.

DT8LCR can handle a max power of 150 watts RMS from the amp the whereas DT8LCR has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS , 50 watts less than the 300 IW6 LCR.

Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.

Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

DT8LCR features Spring post type posts and 300 IW6 LCR has a Spring post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

Physical Specs

Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Definitive DT8LCR's and Focal 300 IW6 LCR's external dimensions. Definitive DT8LCR has external dimensions of 324.0 x 223.0 x 96.0mm ( 12.7500-inch x 8.7500-inch x 3.7500-inch) whereas Focal 300 IW6 LCR has external dimensions of 572.0 x 191.0 x 102.0mm ( 22.5000-inch x 7.5000-inch x 4.0000-inch) .

Definitive DT8LCR is 248mm shorter and 6mm less deeper than Focal 300 IW6 LCR but it is also 32mm wider.

What's in the Box of Definitive DT8LCR?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of DT8LCR:
  • In-wall loudspeaker
  • Grille
  • Mounting template
  • Carboard paint shield
  • Owners Guide
  • Online Product Registration Information
  • Important Installation Instructions
  • What's in the Box of Focal 300 IW6 LCR?

    Here are the items that come with the 300 IW6 LCR:
  • One in-wall speaker
  • 1 metal-mesh grill (white)
  • 23.5

  • Reasons to choose Definitive Technology DT8LCR over Focal 300 IW6 LCR
    Woofer Size 8 inches vs 6.5 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 27 Hz vs 40 Hz Generates deeper bass
    High Frequency Response 30k Hz vs 28k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Height 324mm vs 572mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Price per pair* 558USD vs 2398USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

    Reasons to choose Focal 300 IW6 LCR over Definitive Technology DT8LCR

    Max Input Power 150 watts vs 100 watts Handle more power from your amplifier
    Driver Setup 3-way vs 2-way Have a dedicated mid-range driver
    Sensitivity 92 dB vs 89 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    Number of Woofers 2 vs 1 More woofers
    Base Surface Area 194cm2 vs 214cm2 Takes less floor space
    Definitive DT8LCR vs Focal 300 IW6 LCR Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Definitive Technology DT8LCR Focal 300 IW6 LCR
    Brand Definitive Technology Focal
    Speaker Type Passive In-wall Speaker Passive In-wall Speaker
    Power Range 10-100 watts 50-150 watts
    Sensitivity 89 dB 92 dB
    Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
    Frequency Response 27-30kHz 40-28kHz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 2
    Woofer Size 8" 6.5"
    Woofer Composition Polypropylene Flax
    Woofer Surround Material Rubber Rubber
    Tweeter Size 1" 1"
    Tweeter Type Hard-Dome Inverted Hard-Dome
    Aimable Tweeter Yes No
    Midrange Driver N/A" 4"
    Physical Specs
    Height 324.0mm (12.8") 572.0mm (22.5")
    Width 223.0mm (8.8") 191.0mm (7.5")
    Depth 96.0mm (3.8") 102.0mm (4")
    Enclosure In-wall In-wall
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs No No
    Other
    Parts Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
    Labor Warranty 5 Years 5 Years

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