Features

1" TAM Inverted Dome Tweeter: The ‘M’-shaped inverted dome TAM tweeter, successor to Focal's TNF tweeter, reproduces treble and high frequencies more faithfully by going further into the high and low ends of the spectrum. The ‘M’ shape of the inverted dome is one of just many of Focal's speaker innovations, capable of reproducing high frequencies up to 30kHz, as well as delivering wide-angle diffusion. The 1" TAM inverted dome tweeter utilizes a rear decompressions chamber and Urethane waveguide for smoother sound, while the dome's aluminum/magnesium alloy guarantees outstanding stiffness and damping for well-balanced detailed treble.

• Urethane Waveguide: The tweeter mounting has an integral waveguide which maximizes horizontal directivity and minimizes diffraction. The Urethane waveguide improves horizontal directivity and provides a more precise sound image with an incredibly stable sound stage, making the listening position much less critical.
• Decompression Chamber: The presence of a decompression chamber limits disturbances caused by rear waves, for even greater sonic clarity from Focal's 'M'-shaped inverted dome TAM tweeter.

Two 6.5" Flax Cone Woofers with TMD Surround: The Aria EVO X Center is composed of two 6.5" woofers with Flax sandwich cones that provide natural midrange, rich bass, and high definition sound. These sandwich cones are made of high quality flax fiber enclosed by two thin layers of glass fiber. Flax is an eco-textile with astounding structural properties - it is light, stiff, and well damped for greater neutrality of timbres and better definition. The lightness of the fiber satisfies the criteria of high internal damping, high velocity, and high flexural rigidity. Flax is twice as light as fiberglass, because the fiber is hollow, and also has very low elasticity which makes it ideal to increase the flexural rigidity of a sandwich structure. The surround on the Flax sandwich cone woofer is equipped with TMD (Tuned Mass Damper) technology to stabilize how the surround behaves, reducing distortion and delivering perfectly balanced dynamics.

Ultra-Rigid MDF Enclosures: The speaker cabinet features ultra-rigid MDF construction, internal bracing, and non-parallel side panels for a neutral sound with very little vibration or distortion. The cabinet utilizes a leather-like front panel for its absorbent and acoustic diffraction qualities. The cabinet has no visible fixings; only a solid brushed metal ring surrounding the cone drivers and a matte-black urethane waveguide around the tweeter. This carefully designed cabinet exudes style and quality, blending in perfectly with traditional or more contemporary interiors.

• Twin Rear-Firing Ports: The Aria EVO X Center speaker utilizes twin rear-firing aerodynamic ports for greater efficiency and bigger, deeper bass performance without distortion.
• Magnetically Attached Fabric Grille: The included fabric grille protects the Aria EVO X Center's drivers and attaches magnetically to the front baffle for a seamless look.

Binding Post Speaker Terminals: The Focal Aria EVO X Center speaker is equipped with a set of sturdy binding post terminals that will accept bare wire (up to 10AWG), pin-connectors, spade-lugs, and banana plugs (single only). Two plastic inserts will need to be removed to use banana plugs.

Mounting & Placement Options: The Aria EVO X Center is recommended for rooms measuring 215 sq/ft with a listening distance of 10'. The center-channel speaker must be positioned near the screen for realistic reproduction of dialog. It can be placed below or above the television. If a standard projection screen is used, the center speaker should be placed at the foot of the screen for best results. If a micro-perforated screen is used, it can be positioned behind the screen, towards the bottom half of the screen.

Aria EVO X Series: Focal's Aria EVO X Series is a line-up of high-fidelity loudspeakers that deliver a pure listening experience thanks to many revamped Focal technologies. The Aria EVO X Series consists of three floorstanding loudspeakers (N2/N3/N4), a bookshelf speaker (N1), and a center (Center) speaker - all sold separately. Add on an optional powered subwoofer (sold separately - see Accessories Tab) for even more impactful bass response.

• Break-In Period: The Aria EVO X loudspeakers are complex mechanical assemblies which need a period of adaptation ("break-in") to operate at their best and to become acclimated to the temperature and humidity conditions of your environment. This break-in period varies depending on the conditions in question and may last for some weeks. To facilitate break-in, Focal recommends operating their speakers for approximately twenty hours consecutively. Once the loudspeakers' characteristics totally stabilize, you will be able to enjoy the Aria EVO X's performance to the fullest.
• Made In France: The Aria EVO X series of loudspeakers are developed and manufactured in France by Focal.