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Focal Chora Center Review
Focal Chora Center

Main Features

  • 1" inverted dome Tweeter
  • 2 x 6.5" Slatefiber Woofer
  • 59-28k Hz Frequency Response
  • 91 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range: 40-200watts
  • Weight:19.60 lbs / 8.91 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 8-5/16"x20-7/8"x10-11/16" / 212.0 x 531.0 x 272.0mm
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Focal Chora Center Review
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Focal Chora Center is a 2-way Passive Acoustic Suspension Center Channel speaker by Focal. 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" Slatefiber Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 59-28k Hz and a sensitivity of 91 dB. Focal Chora Center has an MSRP of 789$ but can often be found around 449$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Focal Chora Center 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 Chora Series of Loudspeakers

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

Focal Chora Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Focal Chora 826
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48-28k Hz 91 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"
Focal Chora 806
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58-28k Hz 89 dB8Ω 1 x 6.5"
Focal Chora 816
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50-28k Hz 89.5 dB8Ω 1 x 6.5"
Focal Chora Center
59-28k Hz 91 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"
Focal Chora 826-D
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48-28k Hz 91 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"


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Frequency Response of the Focal Chora Center Speaker

Focal Chora Center has a Frequency response range of 59-28k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 40-200 watts. Here we have a comparison of how Chora Center'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 Chora Center
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Crossover frequency of the Focal Chora Center?

The Crossover frequency of the Chora Center is set to 2100Hz. 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 Chora Center's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms but can go down to as low as 3.8 ohms, and has a sensitivity of 91 dB.

Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
Focal Chora Center
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8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Focal Chora Center is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

91dB of the Focal Chora Center is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes Chora 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 Chora Center will be a good choice.

Minimum Impedance of the Focal Chora Center

Even though the nominal impedance of the Chora Center is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Focal is 3.8 ohms Focal Chora Center 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 Chora Center:

  • Integrated Amps under 750 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 1000 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 1500 USD
  • All Integrated Amplifiers

Input Type

Chora Center features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Focal Chora Center Back View
Focal Chora Center Back View

Focal Chora Center External Dimensions and Weight

Focal Chora Center has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 8-5/16 x 20-7/8 x 10-11/16inch (212.0 x 531.0 x 272.0mm ).

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 Chora Center is approximately 1444.3cm2 / 223.9inch2.

Weight

The Focal Chora Center weighs 8.91kg / 19.6lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Chora Center's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

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All Center Channel Speakers
Focal Chora Center
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Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $1000
Focal Chora Center
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Cabinet type and Materials

Focal Chora Center has a Acoustic Suspension type cabinet. Acoustic Suspension loudspeakers aka Sealed speakers have no openings such as ports or slots.. They can be designed smaller, the bass is more accurate and tighter compared to ported designs but doesn't go as low on the lower end in general.

Focal Chora Center  - Side View
Focal Chora Center - Side View

Speaker Feet

Focal Chora Center comes with the parts below which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on:
  • Rubber foot
  • 4 Self-adhesive rubber pads
  • 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 Chora Center is available in Oak.

    Does the Focal Chora Center come with a Grille?

    Chora Center 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.

    Focal Chora Center  with Grille
    Focal Chora Center with Grille

    What's in the Box of Focal Chora Center?

    Here are the items that are included inside the box of Chora Center:
  • Center-channel loudspeaker
  • 2 Grilles
  • Rubber foot
  • 4 Self-adhesive rubber pads
  • User manual
  • Recommended Accessories

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

    • 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 Chora Center, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
    Download User Manual for Focal Chora Center

    Official Brochure

    Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Focal Chora Center speaker:
    Official Brochure for Focal Chora Center

    Official Product Page

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

    Warranty

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

    Focal Chora Center Alternatives in Passive Center Channel Speakers
    Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
    Emotiva Airmotiv C2+
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    3-way 92 dB 4 ohms 45 Hz – 28 kHz
    SVS Ultra Center
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    3-way 87 dB 8 ohms 45-32k Hz
    Focal Chora 806
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    2-way 89 dB 8 ohms 55-28k Hz
    Focal Aria CC 900
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    2-way 91 dB 8 ohms 57-28k Hz
    Focal Chora 816
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    3-way 89.5 dB 8 ohms 50-28k Hz
    Focal Chora 826
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    3-way 91 dB 8 ohms 48-28k Hz
    Focal Chora 826-D
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    3-way 91 dB 8 ohms 48-28k Hz
    Klipsch R-34C
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    2-way 96 dB 8 ohms 82-21k Hz
    Frequently Asked Questions about Focal Chora Center
    What is the External Dimensions of Focal Chora Center
    What is the Speaker Sensitivity of Focal Chora Center
    is the Focal Chora Center an easy to drive speaker?

    Focal Chora Center Detailed Specifications

    General
    BrandFocal
    Full Model NameFocal Chora Center
    Speaker Type2-way Center Channel
    Power Range40-200 watts
    Sensitivity91 dB
    Impedance8 ohms
    Frequency Response59-28k Hz
    DRIVERS
    Woofer Size6.5-inch
    Woofer CompositionSlatefiber
    Woofer SurroundRubber
    Tweeter Size1-inch
    Tweeter Typeinverted dome
    Midrange SizeN/A-inch
    Crossover freq2100Hz

    CONNECTIONS
    Connector TypeBinding post
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height212.0mm ( 8-5/16-inch)
    Width531.0mm ( 20-7/8-inch)
    Depth272.0mm ( 10-11/16-inch)
    Height212.0mm ( 8-5/16-inch)
    Weight8.91kg ( 19.60 lbs)
    EnclosureAcoustic Suspension
    Available ColorsOak
    Mounting BracketNo
    GrilleYes
    Moisture ResistanceNo
    OTHER
    Handheld RemoteNo
    Parts Warranty5 Years
    Labor Warranty5 Years
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