Focal Chorus 706 is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Focal. It was released in 2012. It features a 1" inverted dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Polyglass Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 55-28k Hz and a sensitivity of 90 dB. Focal Chorus 706 has an MSRP of 439$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Focal Chorus 706 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.)
Frequency Response of the Focal Chorus 706 Speaker
Focal Chorus 706 has a Frequency response range of 55-28k Hz and Power Range of 25 - 120 watts. With a minimum frequency of 55 Hz, Chorus 706 delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.
Here we have a comparison of how Chorus 706's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Thinking about a subwoofer for the Focal Chorus 706?
Focal Chorus 706's Polyglass Woofer
Crossover frequency of the Focal Chorus 706?
The crossover frequency of the Chorus 706 is set to 3000Hz. 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 Chorus 706's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms but can go down to as low as
3.6 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
90 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Focal Chorus 706 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
90dB of the Focal Chorus 706 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the Focal Chorus 706 plays in your room →
Minimum Impedance of the Focal Chorus 706
Even though the nominal impedance of the Chorus 706 is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Focal is 3.6 ohms Focal Chorus 706 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 Chorus 706 need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
7.5–120 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
Chorus 706 features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
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Focal Chorus 706 External Dimensions and Weight
Focal Chorus 706 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 15.4 x 8.7 x 10.4inch (390.0 x 220.0 x 263.0mm ).
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 Chorus 706 is approximately 578.6cm2 / 89.7inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Focal Chorus 706, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Focal Chorus 706 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Focal Chorus 706 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.
Focal Chorus 706 Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
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WeightThe Focal Chorus 706 weighs 8.20kg / 18lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Chorus 706's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $500
How does the Focal Chorus 706 compare to the Focal Chorus 806?
One of the natural alternative to the Focal Chorus 706 is the Chora 806 which is located one step higher in Focal's Passive Bookshelf selection.
Here is a scaled size comparison of these two speakers to give you an idea how their external dimensions compare:
Comparison image of Focal Chorus 706 and Focal Chora 806 Size and External Dimensions
Check the Detailed Comparison of Focal Chorus 706 vs Chora 806 for more details.
Cabinet type and Materials
Focal Chorus 706 has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a Lacquer/Leatherette 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.
Port Position
Focal Chorus 706 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 Chorus 706 is available in Rosewood, Walnut and Black .
Wall Mounting
Chorus 706 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the Focal Chorus 706 come with a Grille?
Chorus 706 comes with 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.
Focal Chorus 706 with Grille
What's in the Box of Focal Chorus 706?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Chorus 706:
- 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
- 2 Cloth grilles (attached)
- User manual
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Focal Chorus 706.
- Speaker Cable and Connectors
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find 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 Chorus 706, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Focal Chorus 706
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Focal Chorus 706 speaker:
Official Brochure for Focal Chorus 706
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Focal Chorus 706 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Focal Chorus 706
Warranty
5 of parts warranty and 5 of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.