Focal Solo6 Black ST6

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Focal Solo6 Black ST6

Focal

Solo6 Black ST6

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Product Info

Article Number: 608717
Brand: Focal
Model: Solo6 Black ST6
Price: $1,483.90

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The Solo6 Black ST6s are seriously impressive monitors – the beryllium tweeter offers incredible clarity, and the TMD woofer keeps things tight and accurate. They’re ideal for critical mixing and mastering, especially for genres needing precise imaging like electronic music and acoustic recordings. Just be prepared for a hefty investment and a bit of a workout moving them!

Product Description

  • Focal Solo6 Black ST6
  • Active 2-Way Bass Reflex Studio Monitor
  • Equipped with: 6.5" TMD woofer (Tuned Mass Damper) and 1.5’ beryllium tweeter
  • Switchable focus mode: 1-way full-range monitor (woofer only)
  • Frequency range (-3dB) : 45 Hz - 40
  • 000 Hz in 2-way mode and 110Hz - 10
  • 000 Hz in 1-way mode
  • Maximum SPL: 50-10
  • 000 Hz
  • free field @ 1m / 110 dB
  • Amplifier power (RMS): 80 W (woofer) + 50 W (tweeter)
  • Adjustable high-pass filter
  • Low- und High-Shelving-EQ und Low-Mid-EQ: 160 Hz
  • Switchable stand-by function
  • Adjustable input sensitivity: +4 dBu / -10 dBV
  • XLR Input
  • Focus input and output: 6.3 mm jack
  • MDF housing with veneered side panels in black
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 334 x 24.6 x 29.5 mm
  • Weight: 13 kg
PROS
  • • Exceptional detail retrieval thanks to the beryllium tweeter.
  • • TMD woofer delivers tight, controlled low-end response.
  • • Focus mode offers unique flexibility for mixing and mastering.
  • • Robust MDF construction minimizes unwanted resonances and vibrations.
CONS
  • • The high-frequency response can be fatiguing in extended listening sessions.
  • • Relatively heavy for nearfield monitors, posing placement challenges.
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for home studios.

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Key Features

Woofer Size 6.5"
Power (Watts) 130
Frequency Range 45 Hz - 40,000 Hz
Connections XLR, 6.3mm Jack
Weight 13 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Focus mode essentially bypasses the tweeter, giving you a full-range sound from the woofer alone – it’s great for checking low-end translation and a different perspective on your mix.
While they perform best in a treated room, the adjustable EQ and high-pass filter help tame some room modes, but bass management is still crucial in smaller spaces.
Focal’s imaging tends to be slightly wider and more detailed than Genelec, while Adam often offers a more 'forward' sound; the Solo6s provide a balanced, analytical response appealing to those seeking accuracy.

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