In this review, we will be comparing Aria Evo X No3 and Aria Evo X No2, two Passive Floor-standing speakers by Focal Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Focal Aria Evo X No3 and Focal Aria Evo X No2 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Aria Evo X No3 and Aria Evo X No2 are members of Focal's Aria Evo X series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
Focal Aria Evo X Series History
What size room are the Focal Aria Evo X No3 and Focal Aria Evo X No2 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:
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Focal Aria Evo X No3 and Focal Aria Evo X No2 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
Both Aria Evo X No3 and Aria Evo X No2 are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
Focal Aria Evo X No3 |
Focal Aria Evo X No2 |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 6.5-inch |
1 x 6.5-inch |
|
Woofer
|
3 x 6.5-inch
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
Aria Evo X No3 features a 1" Al/Mg inverted dome Tweeter , a 6.5" Midrange and 3 x 6.5" Flax Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 260 Hz - 3100 Hz. On the other hand, the Aria Evo X No2 features a 1" Al/Mg inverted dome Tweeter , a 6.5" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Flax Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 290 Hz - 2400 Hz.
Frequency Response
Aria Evo X No3 has a frequency range of 39-30kHz whereas Aria Evo X No2 has a frequency range of 45-30kHz. With a minimum frequency of 39Hz, the Aria Evo X No3 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Aria Evo X No2's min frequency of 45Hz.
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 Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
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
Aria Evo X No3 and Aria Evo X No2 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Aria Evo X No3 sensitivity is rated at 92 dB and the Aria Evo X No2's is at 91.5 dB.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
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.
Aria Evo X No3 can handle a max power of 300 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Aria Evo X No2 has a max power handling value of 250 watts RMS, 50 watts less than the Aria Evo X No3.
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
Aria Evo X No3 features Binding post type posts and Aria Evo X No2 has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Focal Aria Evo X No3's Binding post terminals
Focal Aria Evo X No2's Binding post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Aria Evo X No3 and Aria Evo X No2 have front firing ports. front ported speakers offers more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls&surfaces compared to rear ported speakers.
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 Focal Aria Evo X No3's and Focal Aria Evo X No2's external dimensions. Focal Aria Evo X No3 has external dimensions of 115 x 29.4 x 37.1 cm ( 45-¼ x 11-5/8 x 14-⅝) whereas Focal Aria Evo X No2 has external dimensions of 103.5 x 29.4 x 37.1 cm ( 40-¾ x 11-5/8 x 14-⅝) .
Focal Aria Evo X No2 is 1mm narrower and 115mm shorter than Focal Aria Evo X No3 but they have the same thickness of 371.0mm.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the Focal Aria Evo X No3 is approximately 1094.5cm2 / 169.6inch2 and base area of the Focal Aria Evo X No2 is approximately 1090.7cm2 / 169.1inch2. The Aria Evo X No3 requires 0% more surface area than the Aria Evo X No2 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The Focal Aria Evo X No3 weighs 29.00kg / 63.8lbs and the Focal Aria Evo X No2 weighs 25.00kg / 55lbs. This makes the Aria Evo X No3 16% heavier than the Aria Evo X No2.
Here is a comparison of how Aria Evo X No3 and Aria Evo X No2's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
 Max Input Power |
300 watts
vs
250 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Number of Woofers |
3
vs
2
|
More woofers |
| Low Frequency Response |
39 Hz
vs
45 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Minimum Impedance |
2.9 ohms
vs
2.8 ohms
|
Very low impedance levels puts more pressure on amplifier |
 Height |
1035mm
vs
1150mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
1090cm2 (294x371mm)
vs
1094cm2 (295x371mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
4798USD
vs
5198USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Focal Aria Evo X No3 |
Focal Aria Evo X No2 |
| Brand |
Focal |
Focal |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
40-300 watts |
40-250 watts |
| Sensitivity |
92 dB |
91.5 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Impedance |
2.8 ohms |
2.9 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
39-30kHz |
45-30kHz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
3 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
6.5" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Flax |
Flax |
| Woofer Surround Material |
TMD |
TMD |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
inverted dome |
inverted dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
6.5" |
6.5" |
| Crossover Frequency |
260 Hz - 3100 Hz |
290 Hz - 2400 Hz |
| Firing Direction |
front |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1150.0mm (45.3") |
1035.0mm (40.7") |
| Width |
295.0mm (11.6") |
294.0mm (11.6") |
| Depth |
371.0mm (14.6") |
371.0mm (14.6") |
| Weight |
29.00kg (63.8lbs) |
25.00kg (55lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Available Colors |
Black High Gloss, Prime Walnut, Moss Green High Gloss |
Black High Gloss, Prime Walnut, Moss Green High Gloss |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |