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Focal Aria Evo X No1 Review
Focal Aria Evo X No1

Main Features

  • 1" inverted dome Tweeter
  • 6.5" Flax Woofer
  • 55-30kHz Frequency Response
  • 89.5 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range: 25-120watts
  • Weight:18.74 lbs / 8.50 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 15-3/8"x8-7/8"x11" / 39 x 22.5 x 28 cm
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Focal Aria Evo X No1 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Focal. It features a 1" inverted dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Flax Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 55-30kHz and a sensitivity of 89.5 dB. Focal Aria Evo X No1 has an MSRP of 2398$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Focal Aria Evo X No1 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 Aria Evo X No1  Lifestyle
Focal Aria Evo X No1 Lifestyle

Focal's Aria Evo X Series of Loudspeakers

Aria Evo X No1 is a member of Focal's Aria Evo X series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Focal Aria Evo X Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Focal Aria Evo X No1
55-30k Hz 89.5 dB8Ω 1 x 6.5"
Focal Aria Evo X No4
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37-30k Hz 92.5 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"
Focal Aria Evo X No2
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45-30k Hz 91.5 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"
Focal Aria Evo X C
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57-30k Hz 91 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"
Focal Aria Evo X No3
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39-30k Hz 92 dB8Ω 3 x 6.5"
Focal Aria Evo X Series Speakers
Focal Aria Evo X Series Speakers


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Frequency Response of the Focal Aria Evo X No1 Speaker

Focal Aria Evo X No1 has a Frequency response range of 55-30kHz at ±3dB and Power Range of 25-120 watts. With a minimum frequency of 55 Hz, Aria Evo X No1 delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.

To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Focal Aria Evo X No1, 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 Aria Evo X No1'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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Focal Aria Evo X No1
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Focal Aria Evo X No1 Woofer
Focal Aria Evo X No1's Flax Woofer

Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 3000$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Bookshelf speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Focal Aria Evo X No1's 55Hz:

  • KEF R3 with Low Frequency of 52 Hz (Compare w/ Aria Evo X No1)
  • B&W 607 S2 with Low Frequency of 52 Hz (Compare w/ Aria Evo X No1)
  • B&W 606 S2 with Low Frequency of 52 Hz (Compare w/ Aria Evo X No1)
  • B&W 606 S3 with Low Frequency of 52 Hz (Compare w/ Aria Evo X No1)
  • B&W 607 S3 with Low Frequency of 52 Hz (Compare w/ Aria Evo X No1)

Focal Aria Evo X No1 Tweeter
Focal Aria Evo X No1's Al/Mg inverted dome Tweeter

Crossover frequency of the Focal Aria Evo X No1?

The Crossover frequency of the Aria Evo X No1 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 No1's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms but can go down to as low as 4.6 ohms, and has a sensitivity of 89.5 dB.

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8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Focal Aria Evo X No1 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

90dB of the Focal Aria Evo X No1 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise.

Minimum Impedance of the Focal Aria Evo X No1

Even though the nominal impedance of the Aria Evo X No1 is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Focal is 4.6 ohms Focal Aria Evo X No1 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 Evo X No1:

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

Input Type

Aria Evo X No1 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.

Focal Aria Evo X No1 External Dimensions and Weight

Focal Aria Evo X No1 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 15-3/8 x 8-⅞ x 11 (39 x 22.5 x 28 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 No1 is approximately 630.0cm2 / 97.7inch2.

To get a better perspective on the real life size of Focal Aria Evo X No1, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).

Focal Aria Evo X No1 Real Life Body Size Comparison
Focal Aria Evo X No1 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc

Here we place the Focal Aria Evo X No1 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.

Focal Aria Evo X No1 placed next to an amplifier and turntable
Focal Aria Evo X No1 Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable

Weight

The Focal Aria Evo X No1 weighs 8.50kg / 18.7lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Aria Evo X No1's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

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Focal Aria Evo X No1
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Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $3000
Focal Aria Evo X No1
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Focal Aria Evo X No1  on a Stand
Focal Aria Evo X No1 on a Stand

Cabinet type and Materials

Focal Aria Evo X No1 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.

Port Position

Focal Aria Evo X No1 is a front-firing port speaker , which gives you more flexibility compared to rear firing speakers when you need to place it close against a wall or other surfaces.

Available colors

Focal Aria Evo X No1 is available in Black High Gloss, Prime Walnut and Moss Green High Gloss.

Focal Aria Evo X No1  Colors
Focal Aria Evo X No1 Colors

Wall Mounting

Aria Evo X No1 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.

Speaker Stands

Focal sells a dedicated speaker stand for the Aria Evo X No1 with a model name Aria Evo X No1 Stand. You can check the latest price and availability of these stands at B&H PHOTO and Amazon.

Aria Evo X No1 Stand for Focal Aria Evo X No1
Aria Evo X No1 Stand Speaker Stands for Focal Aria Evo X No1

Does the Focal Aria Evo X No1 come with a Grille?

Aria Evo X No1 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 No1 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 No1.

  • 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.
  • Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.

User's Manual

For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Focal Aria Evo X No1, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Focal Aria Evo X No1

Official Brochure

Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Focal Aria Evo X No1 speaker:
Official Brochure for Focal Aria Evo X No1

Official Product Page

Official manufacturer's product page for the Focal Aria Evo X No1 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Focal Aria Evo X No1

Warranty

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

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B&W 706 S3
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Focal Aria Evo X C
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Frequently Asked Questions about Focal Aria Evo X No1
What is the External Dimensions of Focal Aria Evo X No1
What is the Speaker Sensitivity of Focal Aria Evo X No1
is the Focal Aria Evo X No1 an easy to drive speaker?

Focal Aria Evo X No1 Detailed Specifications

General
BrandFocal
Full Model NameFocal Aria Evo X No1
Speaker Type2-way Bookshelf
Power Range25-120 watts
Sensitivity89.5 dB
Impedance8 ohms
Frequency Response55-30kHz
DRIVERS
Woofer Size6.5-inch
Woofer CompositionFlax
Woofer SurroundTMD
Tweeter Size1-inch
Tweeter Typeinverted dome
Crossover freq2800 Hz
Port Positionfront

CONNECTIONS
Connector TypeBinding post
Biamp InputsYes
Port Positionfront
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height391.0mm ( 15-3/8-inch)
Width225.0mm ( 8-7/8-inch)
Depth280.0mm ( 11-inch)
Height391.0mm ( 15-3/8-inch)
Weight8.50kg ( 18.74 lbs)
EnclosureBass Reflex
Available ColorsBlack High Gloss, Prime Walnut, Moss Green High Gloss
Mounting BracketNo
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty5 Years
Labor Warranty5 Years
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