In this review, we will be comparing Omada No.3 and Kendall, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Focal and KLH.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Focal Omada No.3 and KLH Kendall first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Focal Omada No.3 Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1" Inverted Hard-Dome Tweeter
- 6.5" Midrange
- 3 x 6.5" Carbon Fiber + Polymer Woofer
- 42-30k Hz Frequency Response
- 91.5 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:40-300watts
- Weight:26.55kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1128.0" x 10-1/8" x 13-11/16"( 1128.0 x 258.0 x 348.0mm )
KLH Kendall Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1" Tweeter
- 5.25" Midrange
- 2 x 6.5" Woven Kevlar Woofer
- 5.25" Midrange
- 25-23k Hz Frequency Response
- 96 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:up to 250watts
- Weight:22.14kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1021.0" x 8-5/16" x 14-15/16"( 1021.0 x 212.0 x 380.0mm )
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Focal Omada No.3 and KLH Kendall 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 Omada No.3 and Kendall are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
Focal Omada No.3 |
KLH Kendall |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 6.5-inch |
1 x 5.25-inch |
|
Woofer
|
3 x 6.5-inch
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
Omada No.3 features a 1" Al/Mg Inverted Hard-Dome Tweeter , a 6.5" Midrange and 3 x 6.5" Carbon Fiber + Polymer Woofer . On the other hand, the Kendall features a 1" anodized aluminum Tweeter , a 5.25" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Woven Kevlar Woofer .
Frequency Response
Omada No.3 has a frequency range of 42-30k Hz whereas Kendall has a frequency range of 25-23k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 25Hz, the Kendall can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Omada No.3's min frequency of 42Hz.
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
Omada No.3 and Kendall have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Omada No.3 sensitivity is rated at 91.5 dB and the Kendall's is at 96 dB. This 4 dB difference makes the KLH Kendall a more sensitive speaker compared to Focal Omada No.3, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
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.
Omada No.3 can handle a max power of 300 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Kendall has a max power handling value of watts RMS, 300 watts less than the Omada No.3.
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
Kendall features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Omada No.3 has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
KLH Kendall's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or 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 Focal Omada No.3's and KLH Kendall's external dimensions. Focal Omada No.3 has external dimensions of 1128.0 x 258.0 x 348.0mm ( 44-3/8inch x 10-1/8inch x 13-11/16inch ) whereas KLH Kendall has external dimensions of 1021.0 x 212.0 x 380.0mm ( 40-3/16 x 8-5/16 x 14-15/16inch) .
KLH Kendall is 46mm narrower and 107mm shorter than Focal Omada No.3 but it is also 32mm deeper.
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 Omada No.3 is approximately 897.8cm2 / 139.2inch2 and base area of the KLH Kendall is approximately 805.6cm2 / 124.9inch2. The Omada No.3 requires 11% more surface area than the Kendall 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 Omada No.3 weighs 26.55kg / 58.4lbs and the KLH Kendall weighs 22.14kg / 48.7lbs. This makes the Omada No.3 20% heavier than the Kendall.
Here is a comparison of how Omada No.3 and Kendall's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
What's in the Box of Focal Omada No.3?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Omada No.3:
2 Floorstanding loudspeakers 2 Grilles 2 Bases 8 Spike feet 8 Nuts 8 Rubber feet 8 Screws Cleaning cloth Hex-key User Manual Focal brochure
What's in the Box of KLH Kendall?
Here are the items that come with the Kendall:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrilleFoam port4 Rubber feet4 Spike feet (with nuts)4 Protective discsManual
 Number of Woofers |
3
vs
2
|
More woofers |
 High Frequency Response |
30k Hz
vs
23k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Sensitivity |
96 dB
vs
92 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
|
Low Frequency Response |
25 Hz
vs
42 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
 Height |
1021mm
vs
1128mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
805cm2
vs
897cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
1500USD
vs
2598USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Focal Omada No.3 |
KLH Kendall |
| Brand |
Focal |
KLH |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
40-300 watts |
up to 250 watts |
| Sensitivity |
91.5 dB |
96 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
42-30k Hz |
25-23k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
3 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
6.5" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Carbon Fiber + Polymer |
Woven Kevlar |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Butyl Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
Inverted Hard-Dome |
n/a |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
6.5" |
5.25" |
| Firing Direction |
front |
n/a |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1128.0mm (44.4") |
1021.0mm (40.2") |
| Width |
258.0mm (10.2") |
212.0mm (8.3") |
| Depth |
348.0mm (13.7") |
380.0mm (15") |
| Weight |
26.55kg (58.4lbs) |
22.14kg (48.7lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Lacquer |
MDF/Wood Veneer |
| Available Colors |
Black |
Black |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
10 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
10 Years |