Feb 08, 2015 panasonic txp65vt65, pioneer lx5090, rotel rmb 1075, pioneer sclx85, dynaudio contour 1. Finally, ive had the time to unpack out and try them out. Oct 31, 2016 the focus 160 s were more expensive than the socalled entry level emit speakers. Dynaudio is lauded for its excellent compact loudspeakers, and the focus 160 is a fine example and justification for this acclaim. This danish company, which has been building speakers since the late 1970s, was long known in the u. The focus 260 thus combines the same excellent speed, expansive soundstage, incredibly natural musicality and extremely accurate and homogenous balance of the compact focus 160 with added lowbass dynamics and presence, and is perfectly suited for medium to larger sized rooms. Dynaudio focus 110 monitor loudspeaker good for a small. This test document was written and updated for the nikon d70 by tim jackson at. Jan 04, 20 anyone own a set of dynaudio focus 160 s.
In sound staging and in definition the focus really lives up to its own name. Cyrus 6a dac enough to drive 4 ohm dynaudio focus 160 avforums. The ls50s are no slouches in the bass department, but honestly theyve got nothing on the dyns. Ive listened extensively to the focus 220 and focus 140 speakers in my room. Dynaudio focus 160 audioholics home theater forums. Dynaudio s focus 160 speakers are just such a product. Naturally, it also and primarily relates to their loudspeakers. May 14, 2006 perhaps there is no subject more vigorously debated among audiophiles than the primacy of the loudspeaker.
Hands on with dynaudios updated focus 220 ii loudspeakers. Sep 27, 2011 it so happens yesterday i spent close to two hours with the new dynaudio focus 160 s. Many philes believe there is no more important element in a hifi systemafter all, they reason, it doesnt matter how good the components ahead of the speakers are. Dynaudio focus 260 floorstanding speakers for sale. Otoh 75ws is quite similar to 80ws and as the focus 160 is a nominal 4 ohms i think you could expect quite similar spls. An international show dedicated to audiovideo installations and integrated systems, ise is the place to be for professionals passionate about sound and technology. Is the app also available for android, blackberry, windows phone. For even more flexibility, the welder has the option of plus or minus. Perhaps there is no subject more vigorously debated among audiophiles than the primacy of the loudspeaker. Dynaudio focus 160 gloss white, pair monitors audiogon. This antenna amplifier is a high gain, low noise preamplifier used for weak signal areas to allow a weak signal that is present at the antenna to be amplified to a viewable strength.
Not the last word in bass response and a sub would have rounded them out nicely. Dynaudio focus 260 pre audiozen quattro ps audio dac digital link. For speakers that stand just 35cm high, they deliver high volume and deep bass with impressive confidence. Description with a cabinet that measures h x 7w x 10d, the fs688 is the smallest speaker in focus audios newly revised signature series. Despite their relatively recent introduction, these loudspeakers have already received numerous awards and tremendous. It so happens yesterday i spent close to two hours with the new dynaudio focus 160s. The flagship master 2 tips the scales at over 220 pounds and sports a pair of 11 nomexkevlar hexacone bass drivers versus the dual 9 units of the master 3. Sep 08, 20 a few weeks ago i purchased a new set of dynaudio focus 160 from a special at rio sound and vision.
Sale pending dynaudio focus 260 speakers pair recent tradein maple these are in solid shape but do have a few items to note. Focus m41 single lever kitchen mixer 160, 1jet hansgrohe. Dynaudio focus 110 a tech our danes practice a somewhat countercurrent insourcing whereby they even make product brochures and similar themselves. The focus series speakers are in the middle dynaudio s speaker range, above the audience and below the contour series. Looking especially for one to fit children age 718. Produce a beautifully powerful sound for such relatively diminutive boxes tested at.
Pair of dynaudio focus 160 speakers in stunning glosswhite finish in excellent condition and all original packaging. The claimed frequency response is 40hz35khz, 3db, and just like me and you, the focus 160 is ported in the rear. Dynaudio focus 140 as a studio monitor they were nice but too big for me because i dont listen at high levels and i dont need huge bass, so i would like to get some smaller dynaudios with slightly more midrange and forward sound. Actually a little bass shy with no subwoofer so now i am wondering if i could use these in my other room and try the focus 160 s in my room. That first number, 44 hz, refers to the focus 160 s remarkably deep bass capability for a speaker that measures a trim 7. View and download dynaudio focus 110 a owners manual online. I had opportunity to listen to the model 160 in munich and the 260 in the polish importers listening room. The focus 160 goes much deeper than expected in my opinion, but my room creates booming sound if the speaker goes down to 50 hz or below. I enjoyed both of them, but i found the 140 to have a. The focus 160, especially in medium to smaller sized rooms, positioned on the optional dynaudio stand6 for example, amazes with incredible speed, excellent microdynamics, natural musicality, a wide open soundstage and an exceptionally precise and homogenous sonic performance down to the lower bass.
I can get a killer deal on the focus 160 s if i am. Be they transducers, enclosures or electronics, everything. Dynaudio recommends their own stand4 for the focus 160, but you might already have a pair of suitable stands. The focus series speakers are in the middle dynaudios speaker range, above the audience and below the contour series. Dynaudios focus range was getting a bit long in the tooth so we werent surprised to learn when we requested the 140 for this test that it had. I used the nowdiscontinued triangle boomerangs, which place the speakers about 25 above the floor. Panasonic txp65vt65, pioneer lx5090, rotel rmb 1075, pioneer sclx85, dynaudio contour 1. Thats quite a fall in power about 14 when driving a 4ohm load, so to me that suggests the power supply is not as stiff as the cyrus. Im loving the sound of the focus series and im pretty sure thats the speaker for me. Jan 20, 2012 dynaudios focus 160 speakers are just such a product.
Each time core traits repeated themselves to make the new focus range really the center of gravity for dynaudios new catalogue just as the danes must have envisioned it. Focus 260 dynaudio focus 260 floor standing loudspeaker. Dec 20, 2015 dynaudio focus 260 pre audiozen quattro ps audio dac digital link. Dec 22, 2012 thats quite a fall in power about 14 when driving a 4ohm load, so to me that suggests the power supply is not as stiff as the cyrus. If you dont have any issues with that kind of thing it might work fine in your room. Such as a 75mm pure aluminum wire voice coil and a black kapton voice. I like the x12s that i still have but have an opportunity for a pretty good deal on some contour 1. The newer focus xd speakers are all powered and have dspbased crossovers quite a different beast. Hi files dynaudio dm 27 hifiles dynaudio focus 160 hifiles dynaudio dm. Natural musicality, incredible speed and a wide, open soundstage. According to focus audio designer kam leung, this is the main difference between the two models. The focus 160, especially in medium to smaller sized rooms, positioned on the optional dynaudio stand4 for example, amazes with incredible speed, excellent microdynamics, natural musicality, a wide open soundstage and an exceptionally precise and homogenous sonic performance down to the lower bass. Dynaudio considers the focus 110 to be a 4 ohm speaker with a sensitivity of 85 db. Since this speaker produced low distortion levels under those conditions, we have added a second measurement performed at 95db to give an indication of.
The entire focus line has been designed to play bigger and deeper than their cabinet and drivers should allow. Is focus xd compatible with logitech harmony remotes. Dynaudio focus 160 speaker product overview what hifi. Its also likely that naim are simply being honestconservative with their ratings.
Focus audio master 3 loudspeaker the absolute sound. The focus 160s were more expensive than the socalled entry level emit speakers. I havent heard this model but the measurements are quite good for a small monitor speaker. Ive heard it in a much bigger room than mine with powerful tube amp audio research and it was. Okay, so dynaudios focus 220 ii speakers arent brand spanking new to the market, but its not everyday we get a chance to put our hands on a set of. This is what the nrc measurements done for soundstage indicate, as well. The grills are held in place by longish pegs that raised them about 0. Dynaudio is lauded for its excellent compact loudspeakers, and the focus. The dynaudio focus 220 joins my list of fine reasonably priced loudspeakers. Focus stick 160 e welds most types of rutile and basic electrodes in diameters up to 3. It is however part of the upgraded focus range comprising of 160, 260, 340, 380 the dynaudios have unparalleled bass depth and weight for a standmount speaker. Dynaudio focus familie stereoplay schlegelmilch highend. Very, very nice tone with tonnes of openness, detail and a pretty tight bass response. I am thinking about a 3 channel power amp to drive the fronts.
How do i insert the batteries of the focus xd remote control. The master 3 is the entry level of focus audios master series lineup. Focus antennas adjustable gain preamplifier uhfvhffm. Dynaudio focus 160 first impressions speakers, soundbars.
The contour 20 may be the closest model in the current lineup, but for more money still. Dynaudios focus 160 speakers are just such a product. Have not heard the focus but he said both would be an upgrade of my x12s. There is no focus 160 mkii there has only been one version of the 160 released. Parameter test conditions min typ max unit po output power thd 0. Rega elexr matched to dynaudio speakers steve hoffman. Hi allbeen studying electronics and am still getting to grips with power and impedance matching concepts. A new design that features a onepiece cone of magnesium silicate polymer msp and other refinements, including things you might expect to find in the. Cyrus 6a dac enough to drive 4 ohm dynaudio focus 160. This magic is found by boosting the bass a bit, from the focus 110 to the focus 360. Dynaudio focus 260 floorstanding speakers tradein full.
More than that, its the naturally fluid way they handle tracks such as little dragons rhythmically complex precious that pleases. The focus antennas television antenna booster hamza preamplifier will amplify digital and hd signals received by your antenna. Za pregled pdf dokumenata neophodan vam je adobe reader, mozete ga. This was already shown by the compact focus 160 during the high end 2011, and even more so by the new flagship of the series. Ive got my eye on the dynaudio excite x18s and am wondering, with their 4 ohm impedance, if theyd be a good match for the rega elexr integrated 114w into 4 ohms sounds like a lot. In fact a friend heard my equipment and bought my dynaudio x32s that were too big for my room.
You will also notice i clearly state the focus 140 takes the performance to the next level over the x16. Aug 12, 20 there is no focus 160 mkii there has only been one version of the 160 released. Dynaudio audience 62, i suppose, most fully meets this requirement among the competitors. Focus 160 dynaudio focus 160 bookshelf loudspeaker. A few weeks ago i purchased a new set of dynaudio focus 160 from a special at rio sound and vision. Thd or efficiency, will be worse than those of using speaker as load. Whilst they are certainly a means by which to simplify the chain of sound reproduction starting from a source usually a computer, speakers which perform electronic decoding and amplification havent quite caught on in the world of. That first number, 44 hz, refers to the focus 160s remarkably deep bass capability for a speaker that measures a trim 7. I am in my first week of listining and currently powering them with a denon 4311. The auto focus af system in the d70 is similar to a lot of other af systems in that it works, essentially, by adjusting the focus to achieve the best contrast between. The dynaudio focus 110s warranty is for a period of five years, and covers both parts and labor.