In this review, we will be comparing Theva No3 and Theva No3-D, two Passive Floor-standing speakers by Focal
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Focal Theva No3 and Focal Theva No3-D first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Focal Theva No3 Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1" inverted dome Tweeter
- 6.5" Midrange
- 2 x 6.5" Slatefiber Woofer
- 48-28kHz Frequency Response
- 91 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:40-250watts
- Weight:20.00kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 991.0" x 8-3/8" x 15-1/4"( 991.0 x 213.0 x 388.0mm )
Focal Theva No3-D Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1" inverted dome Tweeter
- 6.5" Midrange
- 2 x 6.5" Slatefiber Woofer
- 6.5" Midrange
- 48-28kHz Frequency Response
- 91 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:40-250watts
- Weight:21.82kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1020.0" x 8-3/8" x 15-1/4"( 1020.0 x 213.0 x 388.0mm )
Theva No3 and Theva No3-D are members of Focal's Theva series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
Focal Theva Series
History
What size room are the Focal Theva No3 and Focal Theva No3-D 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* |
Focal Theva No3 |
Focal Theva No3-D |
| Near-field |
Bad |
Bad |
| Small Room |
Poor |
Poor |
| Mid-size Room |
Average |
Average |
| Large Room |
Good |
Good |
| Very Large Room |
Average |
Average |
(* 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 Focal Theva No3 and Focal Theva No3-D 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 Theva No3 and Theva No3-D are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
Focal Theva No3 |
Focal Theva No3-D |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 6.5-inch |
1 x 6.5-inch |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
Theva No3 features a 1" TNF Al/Mg inverted dome Tweeter , a 6.5" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Slatefiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 270 Hz - 2700 Hz. On the other hand, the Theva No3-D features a 1" TNF Al/Mg inverted dome Tweeter , a 6.5" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Slatefiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 270 Hz - 2700 Hz.
Frequency Response
Theva No3 and Theva No3-D has exactly the same frequency range of 48-28kHz.
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
Theva No3 and Theva No3-D have the same Impedance of 8 ohms and their sensitivity is also same at 91 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.
Theva No3 and Theva No3-D has the same power range of 40-250 watts.
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
Theva No3 features Binding post type posts and Theva No3-D has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Focal Theva No3-D's Binding post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Theva No3 and Theva No3-D have rear firing ports. Rear ported speakers generally need more room between the backside of the speaker and the wall compared to sealed and front/bottom ported speakers. Placing the speakers too close to the walls may cause the bass to sound boomy.
If you are limited in space and can't get the speakers away from the backwall, check our Speakers with Front Firing Ports page.
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 Theva No3's and Focal Theva No3-D's external dimensions. Focal Theva No3 has external dimensions of 991.0 x 213.0 x 388.0mm ( 39 x 83/8 x 151/4) whereas Focal Theva No3-D has external dimensions of 1020.0 x 213.0 x 388.0mm ( 401/8 x 83/8 x 151/4) .
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 Theva No3 is approximately 826.4cm2 / 128.1inch2 and base area of the Focal Theva No3-D is approximately 826.4cm2 / 128.1inch2.
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 Theva No3 weighs 20.00kg / 44lbs and the Focal Theva No3-D weighs 21.82kg / 48lbs. This makes the Theva No3-D 9% heavier than the Theva No3.
Here is a comparison of how Theva No3 and Theva No3-D's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
 Height |
991mm
vs
1020mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Price per pair* |
2398USD
vs
2998USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Dolby Atmos Drivers |
Built-in 1 x 5-inch
vs
No
|
Dolby Atmos Compatibility |
| General |
Focal Theva No3 |
Focal Theva No3-D |
| Brand |
Focal |
Focal |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
40-250 watts |
40-250 watts |
| Sensitivity |
91 dB |
91 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Impedance |
2.9 ohms |
2.9 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
48-28kHz |
48-28kHz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
6.5" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Slatefiber |
Slatefiber |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
inverted dome |
inverted dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
6.5" |
6.5" |
| Crossover Frequency |
270 Hz - 2700 Hz |
270 Hz - 2700 Hz |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
991.0mm (39") |
1020.0mm (40.2") |
| Width |
213.0mm (8.4") |
213.0mm (8.4") |
| Depth |
388.0mm (15.3") |
388.0mm (15.3") |
| Weight |
20.00kg (44lbs) |
21.82kg (48lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Available Colors |
Black High Gloss,Dark Wood,Light Wood |
Black High Gloss,Dark Wood,Light Wood |
| 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 |