In this review, we will be comparing Vestia No3 and Vestia No2, two Passive Floor-standing speakers by Focal Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Focal Vestia No3 and Focal Vestia No2 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Vestia No3 and Vestia No2 are members of Focal's Vestia series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
Focal Vestia Series History
What size room are the Focal Vestia No3 and Focal Vestia 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 Vestia No3 and Focal Vestia 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 Vestia No3 and Vestia No2 are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
Focal Vestia No3 |
Focal Vestia 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
|
Vestia No3 features a 1" Al/Mg inverted dome Tweeter , a 6.5" Midrange and 3 x 6.5" Slatefiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 280Hz and 3100Hz. On the other hand, the Vestia No2 features a 1" Al/Mg inverted dome Tweeter , a 6.5" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Slatefiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 280Hz and 2800Hz.
Frequency Response
Vestia No3 has a frequency range of 42-30k Hz whereas Vestia No2 has a frequency range of 47-30k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 42Hz, the Vestia No3 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Vestia No2's min frequency of 47Hz.
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
Vestia No3 and Vestia No2 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Vestia No3 sensitivity is rated at 92 dB and the Vestia 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.
Vestia No3 can handle a max power of 300 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Vestia No2 has a max power handling value of 250 watts RMS, 50 watts less than the Vestia 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.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Vestia No3 and Vestia 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 Vestia No3's and Focal Vestia No2's external dimensions. Focal Vestia No3 has external dimensions of 1121.0 x 258.0 x 375.0mm ( 44-1/8-inch x 10-1/8-inch x 14-3/4-inch) whereas Focal Vestia No2 has external dimensions of 1013.0 x 258.0 x 372.0mm ( 39-7/8-inch x 10-1/8-inch x 14-5/8-inch) .
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 Vestia No3 is approximately 967.5cm2 / 150.0inch2 and base area of the Focal Vestia No2 is approximately 959.8cm2 / 148.8inch2. The Vestia No3 requires 1% more surface area than the Vestia 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 Vestia No3 weighs 26.50kg / 58.3lbs and the Focal Vestia No2 weighs 22.00kg / 48.4lbs. This makes the Vestia No3 20% heavier than the Vestia No2.
Here is a comparison of how Vestia No3 and Vestia 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 |
42 Hz
vs
47 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Minimum Impedance |
3.0 ohms
vs
2.9 ohms
|
Very low impedance levels puts more pressure on amplifier |
 Height |
1013mm
vs
1121mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
959cm2 (258x372mm)
vs
967cm2 (258x375mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
2798USD
vs
3598USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Focal Vestia No3 |
Focal Vestia 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 |
2.9 ohms |
3.0 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
42-30k Hz |
47-30k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
3 |
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 |
280Hz and 3100Hz |
280Hz and 2800Hz |
| Firing Direction |
front |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1121.0mm (44.1") |
1013.0mm (39.9") |
| Width |
258.0mm (10.2") |
258.0mm (10.2") |
| Depth |
375.0mm (14.8") |
372.0mm (14.6") |
| Weight |
26.50kg (58.3lbs) |
22.00kg (48.4lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF |
MDF |
| 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 |
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| Parts Warranty |
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| Labor Warranty |
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