Best Focal Active Nearfield Monitors 2026
Premium Focal active nearfield monitors - legendary tone and craftsmanship
Last updated: January 21, 2026 • Next update: January 28, 2026
#1
⭐
4.8/5
(16 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Focal Alpha 65 Evo M-Control Bundle
by
Focal
Mix Position
Studio Monitoring
Critical Listening
Key Feature:
• Accurate frequency response
✓ PROS
- • Accurate frequency response
- • Professional studio standard
✗ CONS
- • May require acoustic treatment
- • Professional models can be large
Focal Alpha 65 Evo M-Control Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, 2x Focal Alpha 65 Evo*Active Studio Monitor*Tweeter:...
⭐
4.8/5
(16 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 593787
$769
#2
⭐
4.8/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Focal Twin6
by
Focal
Critical Listening
Professional Studio
Mix Position
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for mix translation
- • Wide range of professional options
✗ CONS
- • May require acoustic treatment
- • Professional models can be large
Focal Twin6Active 2.5-Way Bass-Reflex Studio Monitor2x 6.5" TMD bass driver (Tuned Mass Damper)1.5" Beryllium...
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4.8/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 544597
$2,199
#3
⭐
5.0/5
(26 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Focal Shape 65
by
Focal
Critical Listening
Mix Position
Studio Monitoring
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for mix translation
- • Professional studio standard
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • Requires AC power for each speaker
Focal Shape 65Active Nearfield MonitorDesigned without a rear bass port - allows placing directly in front of a...
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5.0/5
(26 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 411782
$692
#4
⭐
4.8/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Focal Alpha 80 Evo
by
Focal
Professional Studio
Studio Monitoring
Mix Position
Key Feature:
• Excellent for mix translation
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for mix translation
- • Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
✗ CONS
- • Limited upgrade flexibility
- • Requires AC power for each speaker
Focal Alpha 80 EvoActive Studio MonitorTweeter: 1" inverted aluminium dome (35W Class D)Woofer: 8" Carbon...
⭐
4.8/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 536945
$403
#5
⭐
4.5/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Focal Shape Twin
by
Focal
Professional Studio
Critical Listening
Studio Monitoring
Key Feature:
• Accurate frequency response
✓ PROS
- • Professional studio standard
- • Wide range of professional options
✗ CONS
- • May require acoustic treatment
- • Professional models can be large
Focal Shape TwinActive Nearfield MonitorTweeter with a low directivity for a flexible listening positionClosed design...
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4.5/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 432396
$879
#6
⭐
4.7/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Focal Solo6 Black ST6
by
Focal
Critical Listening
Professional Studio
Studio Monitoring
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for mix translation
- • Professional studio standard
✗ CONS
- • Limited upgrade flexibility
- • Professional models can be large
Focal Solo6 Black ST6Active 2-Way Bass Reflex Studio MonitorEquipped with: 6.5" TMD woofer (Tuned Mass Damper) and...
⭐
4.7/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 608717
$1,484
#7
⭐
4.7/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Focal Shape 50
by
Focal
Critical Listening
Studio Monitoring
Professional Studio
Key Feature:
• Accurate frequency response
✓ PROS
- • Professional studio standard
- • Wide range of professional options
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • Professional models can be large
Focal Shape 50Active Nearfield MonitorDesigned without a rear bass port - allows placing directly in front of a...
⭐
4.7/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 411781
$626
#8
⭐
4.8/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Focal Alpha 50 Evo
by
Focal
Mix Position
Critical Listening
Studio Monitoring
Key Feature:
• Excellent for mix translation
✓ PROS
- • Accurate frequency response
- • Excellent for mix translation
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • May require acoustic treatment
Focal Alpha 50 Evo, Active studio monitorTweeter: 1" inverted aluminium dome tweeter20 W (class D)Woofer: 5"...
⭐
4.8/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 516750
$285
#9
⭐
4.6/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Focal Trio6 Black ST6
by
Focal
Professional Studio
Critical Listening
Mix Position
Key Feature:
• Professional studio standard
✓ PROS
- • Wide range of professional options
- • Built-in amplification optimized for drivers
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • Limited upgrade flexibility
Focal Trio6 Black ST6Active 3-Way Bass Reflex Studio MonitorEquipped with: 8‘ woofer (W sandwich composite cone) and...
⭐
4.6/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 608718
$2,914
#10
⭐
4.9/5
(12 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Focal Alpha 65 Evo
by
Focal
Professional Studio
Studio Monitoring
Critical Listening
Key Feature:
• Excellent for mix translation
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for mix translation
- • Professional studio standard
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • May require acoustic treatment
Focal Alpha 65 EvoActive Studio MonitorTweeter: 1" inverted aluminium dome 25 W (Class D)Woofer: 6.5" carbon...
⭐
4.9/5
(12 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 516752
$373
How to Choose the Best Active Nearfield Monitors
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced active nearfield monitors typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
