Focal Sub12
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Focal
Sub12
Product Info
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The Focal Sub12 is a serious piece of kit – it’ll fill a room with unbelievable low-end. This is for engineers and producers who demand accuracy and feel in their mixes, especially when working with electronic music, film scores, or anything needing serious low-frequency presence. It's a no-compromise solution.
Product Description
- Focal Sub12
- Active Studio Subwoofer
- 13" Woofer
- Frequency response (-3 dB): 28 Hz - 400 Hz
- Maximum SPL (30 - 200 Hz
- free field @ 1m): 124.5 dB
- Amplifier power (RMS): 600 W
- Adjustable high-pass crossover
- low-pass filter
- phase and level
- Switchable stand-by function and phase inversion
- Adjustable input sensitivity (+4 dBu / -10 dBV)
- Inputs and outputs for LFE
- left and right: XLR
- Inputs and outputs for focus and bypass: 6.3 mm jack
- MDF cabinet with veneered sides and carrying handles
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 600 x 487 x 568 mm
- Weight: 58 kg
PROS
- • Exceptional low-end extension; truly impactful sub-bass response.
- • Robust MDF construction with attractive veneer; feels incredibly solid.
- • Powerful 600W amplifier delivers clean, distortion-free output.
- • Flexible connectivity options cater to diverse studio setups.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, a significant investment for many home studios.
- • Substantial weight makes placement and relocation challenging.
- • Limited versatility outside of critical listening and mixing environments.
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Key Features
Woofer Size
13"
Power (Watts)
600
Frequency Range
28 Hz - 400 Hz
Crossover
Adjustable high-pass/low-pass filters
Connections
XLR, 6.3mm jack (LFE, Left/Right, Focus/Bypass)
Weight
58 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Sub12's 124.5 dB SPL rating is notably high for a 12” design; it delivers more headroom than many competitors.
Focal’s MDF is well-damped, minimizing resonance; the veneer primarily improves aesthetics but contributes subtly to overall cabinet stiffness.
While it primarily uses XLR, the 6.3mm jack inputs can accept line-level signals, but a dedicated adapter is recommended for optimal performance.
