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Focal Aria 948 Review
Focal Aria 948

Main Features

  • 1" inverted dome Tweeter
  • 6.5" Flax Midrange
  • 2 x 8.25" Flax Woofer
  • 37-28k Hz Frequency Response
  • 92.5 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range: 50-350watts
  • Weight:77.00 lbs / 35.00 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 45-1/4"x14-5/8"x16-9/16" / 1150.0 x 372.0 x 421.0mm
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Focal Aria 948 is a 3-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by Focal. It features a 1" inverted dome Tweeter, 1 x 6.5" Midrange and 2 x 8.25" Flax Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 37-28k Hz and a sensitivity of 92.5 dB. Focal Aria 948 has an MSRP of 6598$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Focal Aria 948 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-fieldAre you nuts?
Small RoomPoor
Mid-size RoomAverage
Large RoomGood
Very Large RoomGood

(* 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 Aria Series of Loudspeakers

Aria 948 is a member of Focal's Aria series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Focal Aria Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Focal Aria 906
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55-28k Hz 89.5 dB8Ω 1 x 6.5"
Focal Aria 948
37-28k Hz 92.5 dB8Ω 2 x 8.25"
Focal Aria 926
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45-28k Hz 91.5 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"
Focal Aria CC 900
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57-28k Hz 91 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"
Focal Aria 936
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39-28k Hz 92 dB8Ω 3 x 6.5"
Focal Aria K2 936K2
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39-28k Hz 92 dB8Ω 3 x 6.5"


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Frequency Response of the Focal Aria 948 Speaker

Focal Aria 948 has a Frequency response range of 37-28k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 50-350 watts. With a minimum frequency of 37 Hz, Aria 948 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.

Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available subwoofer options.
Here we have a comparison of how Aria 948'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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Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 10000$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Focal Aria 948's 37Hz:

  • PSB Synchrony T600 with Low Frequency of 24 Hz (Compare w/ Aria 948)
  • KLH Kendall with Low Frequency of 25 Hz (Compare w/ Aria 948)
  • GoldenEar Triton Five with Low Frequency of 26 Hz (Compare w/ Aria 948)
  • Monitor Audio Silver 500 7G with Low Frequency of 27 Hz (Compare w/ Aria 948)
  • MartinLogan Motion XT F200 with Low Frequency of 27 Hz (Compare w/ Aria 948)

Crossover frequency of the Focal Aria 948?

Aria 948 is a 3-way speaker and its crossover frequency between the woofer and the midrange set to 280Hz and the Crossover frequency between the midrange and the tweeter is set to 2600Hz.

Impedance and Sensitivity

Focal Aria 948's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms but can go down to as low as 2.5 ohms, and has a sensitivity of 92.5 dB.

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8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Focal Aria 948 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

93dB of the Focal Aria 948 is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes Aria 948 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 Aria 948 will be a good choice.

Minimum Impedance of the Focal Aria 948

Even though the nominal impedance of the Aria 948 is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Focal is 2.5 ohms Focal Aria 948 so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.

Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Focal Aria 948:

  • Integrated Amps under 5000 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 10000 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 20000 USD
  • All Integrated Amplifiers

Input Type

Aria 948 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.

Focal Aria 948 External Dimensions and Weight

Focal Aria 948 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 45-1/4 x 14-5/8 x 16-9/16inch (1150.0 x 372.0 x 421.0mm ).

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 Aria 948 is approximately 1566.1cm2 / 242.7inch2.

Weight

The Focal Aria 948 weighs 35.00kg / 77lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Aria 948's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

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Cabinet type and Materials

Focal Aria 948 has a Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Glass/Leather finish. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.

Speaker Feet

Focal Aria 948 comes with the parts below which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on:
  • Base
  • 4 Spike feet (pre-installed in base)
  • 4 Plastic feet
  • It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.

    Available colors

    Focal Aria 948 is available in Gloss Black.

    Does the Focal Aria 948 come with a Grille?

    Aria 948 comes with grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible.

    What's in the Box of Focal Aria 948?

    Here are the items that are included inside the box of Aria 948:
  • Floorstanding loudspeaker
  • Grille
  • Base
  • 4 Spike feet (pre-installed in base)
  • 4 Plastic feet
  • 4 Screws
  • Allen-key
  • Hex-tool
  • User Manual
  • Recommended Accessories

    Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Focal Aria 948.

    • 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.

    User's Manual

    For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Focal Aria 948, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
    Download User Manual for Focal Aria 948

    Official Brochure

    Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Focal Aria 948 speaker:
    Official Brochure for Focal Aria 948

    Official Product Page

    Official manufacturer's product page for the Focal Aria 948 speaker can be found below:
    Official Product Page for Focal Aria 948

    Warranty

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

    Focal Aria 948 Alternatives in Passive Floor-standing Speakers
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    Focal Aria 936
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    3-way 92 dB 8 ohms 39-28k Hz
    Focal Aria K2 936K2
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    3-way 92 dB 8 ohms 39-28k Hz
    Focal Aria 926
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    3-way 91.5 dB 8 ohms 45-28k Hz
    B&W 702 S2
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    KEF R11
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    3-way 90 dB 8 ohms 46-28k Hz
    B&W 702 S3
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    3-way 90 dB 8 ohms 46-28k Hz
    Polk R700
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    3-way 88 dB 8 ohms 38-38k Hz
    Klipsch RP-6000F
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    2-way 97 dB 8 ohms 34-25k Hz
    Frequently Asked Questions about Focal Aria 948
    What is the External Dimensions of Focal Aria 948
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    Focal Aria 948 Detailed Specifications

    General
    BrandFocal
    Full Model NameFocal Aria 948
    Speaker Type3-way Floor-standing
    Power Range50-350 watts
    Sensitivity92.5 dB
    Impedance8 ohms
    Frequency Response37-28k Hz
    DRIVERS
    Woofer Size8.25-inch
    Woofer CompositionFlax
    Woofer SurroundRubber
    Tweeter Size1-inch
    Tweeter Typeinverted dome
    Midrange Size6.5-inch
    Crossover freq280Hz and 2,600Hz

    CONNECTIONS
    Connector TypeBinding post
    Biamp InputsNo
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height1150.0mm ( 45-1/4-inch)
    Width372.0mm ( 14-5/8-inch)
    Depth421.0mm ( 16-9/16-inch)
    Height1150.0mm ( 45-1/4-inch)
    Weight35.00kg ( 77.00 lbs)
    EnclosureBass Reflex
    FinishMDF/Glass/Leather
    Available ColorsGloss Black
    Mounting BracketNo
    GrilleYes
    Moisture ResistanceNo
    OTHER
    Handheld RemoteNo
    Parts Warranty5 Years
    Labor Warranty5 Years
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