Focal Aria Evo X Center is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Center Channel speaker by Focal. It was released in 2024. Center channel speaker is an important component of a home theater system set-up as it delivers the listener significant part of the on-screen dialogue from your television. It features a 1" inverted dome Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Flax Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 57-30kHz and a sensitivity of 91 dB. Focal Aria Evo X C has an MSRP of 999$.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Focal Aria Evo X C 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-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Average |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Average |
| Very Large Room | Poor |
(* 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 replaced the older Aria CC 900 with this model. Follow the link to read our detailed comparison of these models:
Compare Focal Aria Evo X C vs Focal Aria CC 900
Focal Aria Evo X C Lifestyle
Focal's Aria Evo X Series of Loudspeakers
Aria Evo X Center is a member of Focal's Aria Evo X series of Passive speakers. Aria Evo X is the latest generation of Focal's Aria line, with upgraded flax drivers and a new TAM tweeter. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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Focal Aria Evo X Series Speakers
Focal Aria Evo X Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Focal Aria Evo X C Speaker
Focal Aria Evo X C has a Frequency response range of 57-30kHz and Power Range of 40-120 watts.
Here we have a comparison of how Aria Evo X Center's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Focal Aria Evo X C's Flax Woofer
Focal Aria Evo X C's Al/Mg inverted dome Tweeter
Crossover frequency of the Focal Aria Evo X C?
The crossover frequency of the Aria Evo X Center is set to 2800 Hz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.
Impedance and Sensitivity
Focal Aria Evo X C's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms but can go down to as low as
4.3 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
91 dB.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Focal Aria Evo X Center is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
91dB of the Focal Aria Evo X Center is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes Aria Evo X Center 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 Evo X C will be a good choice. Work out how loud the Focal Aria Evo X C plays in your room →
Minimum Impedance of the Focal Aria Evo X C
Even though the nominal impedance of the Aria Evo X Center is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Focal is 4.3 ohms Focal Aria Evo X Center so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.
What amplifier does the Focal Aria Evo X C need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
6.0–95 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
Aria Evo X Center has Binding post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring. Bi-wiring can enhance the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by using separate speaker wires for the low and high-frequency drivers from a single amplifier. Bi-amping, on the other hand, involves using separate amplifiers for the high and low-frequency drivers, potentially resulting in a greater dynamic range and reduced distortion.
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Focal Aria Evo X C Back View
Focal Aria Evo X C External Dimensions and Weight
Focal Aria Evo X C has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 7-7/8 x 21 x 9-5/8 (20 x 53.3 x 24.5 cm ).
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 Evo X C is approximately 1305.9cm2 / 202.4inch2.
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WeightThe Focal Aria Evo X C weighs 10.50kg / 23.1lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Aria Evo X Center's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $1000
Cabinet type and Materials
Focal Aria Evo X C has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. 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.
Focal Aria Evo X C - Side View
Port Position
Focal Aria Evo X C is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.
Available colors
Focal Aria Evo X C is available in Black High Gloss, Prime Walnut and Moss Green High Gloss.
Focal Aria Evo X C Colors
Does the Focal Aria Evo X C come with a Grille?
Aria Evo X Center comes with magnetic grilles in Black color choices. 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. Since the included grille of the Aria Evo X Center is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Focal Aria Evo X Center.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Focal Aria Evo X Center, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Focal Aria Evo X C
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Focal Aria Evo X Center speaker:
Official Brochure for Focal Aria Evo X C
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Focal Aria Evo X Center speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Focal Aria Evo X C
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.
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