Focal IWSUB8 is a 1-way Passive In-wall In-wall speaker by Focal. It features a Tweeter and 1 x 8" Polyglass Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 34-140HzHz and a sensitivity of ---. Focal IWSUB8 has an MSRP of 599$ per pair.
What size of room is the Focal IWSUB8 speaker good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use the Focal IWSUB8 is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various sizes of environments considering its size and max power parameters:
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.)
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What is the Frequency Response of the Focal IWSUB8 speaker?
Focal IWSUB8 has a Frequency response range of 34-140HzHz at ±3dB and Power Range of up to 200 watts. At a minimum frequency of 34 Hz, IWSUB8 will provide a deep bass that will probably satisfy majority of listeners, especially for music. Movie lovers and music listeners who like to experience a full range response will still benefit from the use of a subwooofer though.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Focal IWSUB8, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $750. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how IWSUB8's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
In-wall Speakers
High Frequency
In-wall Speakers
What are the Impedance and Sensitivity of the Focal IWSUB8? Is it an easy-to-drive speaker?
Focal IWSUB8's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
---.
Sensitivity
In-wall Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Focal IWSUB8 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only dB, Focal IWSUB8 is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Focal IWSUB8:
Input Type
IWSUB8 features Spring post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Focal IWSUB8 External Dimensions and Weight
Focal IWSUB8 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 13.6250-inch x 13.6250-inch x 4.2500-inch (347.0 x 347.0 x 108.0mm ).
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 IWSUB8 is approximately 374.8cm2 / 58.1inch2.
Cabinet type and Materials
Focal IWSUB8 has a
In-wall type cabinet.
What's in the Box of Focal IWSUB8?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of IWSUB8:
Passive in-wall subwooferMagnetic mounting frameMetal-mesh grille2 Angled mounting bracketsThirty-six 30mm screwsTwelve 13.5
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Focal IWSUB8.
Warranty
2 Years of parts warranty and 2 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.