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Focal 300 IW6 LCR Review
Focal 300 IW6 LCR

Main Features

  • 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(HxWxD): 22.5000"x7.5000"x4.0000" / 572.0 x 191.0 x 102.0mm
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Focal 300 IW6 LCR Review
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Focal 300 IW6 LCR is a 3-way Passive In-wall In-wall speaker by Focal. It features a 1" Inverted Hard-Dome Tweeter, x 4" Midrange and 2 x 6.5" Flax Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 40-28kHz and a sensitivity of 92 dB. Focal 300 IW6 LCR has an MSRP of 2398$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Focal 300 IW6 LCR is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:

Listening Environment* Suitability
Near-fieldPoor
Small RoomAverage
Mid-size RoomGood
Large RoomAverage
Very Large RoomPoor

(* 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.)

Focal's 300 Series of Loudspeakers

300 IW6 LCR is a member of Focal's 300 series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Focal 300 Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Focal 300 IW6 LCR
40-28k Hz 92 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"
Focal 300 IW 6
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55-28k Hz 90 dB8Ω 1 x 6.5"


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Frequency Response of the Focal 300 IW6 LCR Speaker

Focal 300 IW6 LCR has a Frequency response range of 40-28kHz at ±3dB and Power Range of 50-150 watts. With a minimum frequency of 40 Hz, 300 IW6 LCR delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.

To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Focal 300 IW6 LCR, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $3000. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how 300 IW6 LCR's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
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Impedance and Sensitivity

Focal 300 IW6 LCR's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms and has a sensitivity of 92 dB.

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8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Focal 300 IW6 LCR is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

92dB of the Focal 300 IW6 LCR is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes 300 IW6 LCR an easy to drive from Sensitivity perspective. If you are planning to power your speaker with a Tube amp which are generally very low power, the Focal 300 IW6 LCR will be a good choice.

Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Focal 300 IW6 LCR:

  • Integrated Amps under 2000 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 3000 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 5000 USD
  • All Integrated Amplifiers

Input Type

300 IW6 LCR features Spring post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.

Focal 300 IW6 LCR External Dimensions and Weight

Focal 300 IW6 LCR has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 22.5000-inch x 7.5000-inch x 4.0000-inch (572.0 x 191.0 x 102.0mm ).

Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base area of Focal 300 IW6 LCR is approximately 194.8cm2 / 30.2inch2.

Cabinet type and Materials

Focal 300 IW6 LCR has a In-wall type cabinet.

What's in the Box of Focal 300 IW6 LCR?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of 300 IW6 LCR:
  • One in-wall speaker
  • 1 metal-mesh grill (white)
  • 23.5
  • Recommended Accessories

    Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Focal 300 IW6 LCR.

    • Speaker Cable and Connectors
      • Speaker Cables with Banana Plugs: If you know the lenght of the cable you need, this is the easier option to connect your speakers with your amp.
      • Speaker Cables without Connectors: If you are not sure about the lenght or need longer than standard cables with plugs, choose this option.
      • Banana Connectors and Plugs: If you chose the cables without connectors option or already have some cable around, pick the banana plugs separately.
    • Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators more affordable options too.
    • Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.

    Warranty

    5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.

    Focal 300 IW6 LCR Alternatives in Passive In-wall Speakers
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Focal 300 IW6 LCR
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    Focal 300 IW6 LCR Detailed Specifications

    General
    BrandFocal
    Full Model NameFocal 300 IW6 LCR
    Speaker Type3-way In-wall
    Power Range50-150 watts
    Sensitivity92 dB
    Impedance8 ohms
    Frequency Response40-28kHz
    DRIVERS
    Woofer Size6.5-inch
    Woofer CompositionFlax
    Woofer SurroundRubber
    Tweeter Size1-inch
    Tweeter TypeInverted Hard-Dome
    Aimable TweeterNo
    Midrange Size4-inch

    CONNECTIONS
    Connector TypeSpring post
    Biamp InputsNo
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height572.0mm ( 22.5000-inch)
    Width191.0mm ( 7.5000-inch)
    Depth102.0mm ( 4.0000-inch)
    Height572.0mm ( 22.5000-inch)
    Weightkg ( lbs)
    EnclosureIn-wall
    Moisture ResistanceNo
    OTHER
    Handheld RemoteNo
    Parts Warranty5 Years
    Labor Warranty5 Years
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