At a glance
Focal Aria 905 in 5 facts
- Type: Bookshelf speaker, passive
- Frequency response: 60 Hz to 28 kHz
- Sensitivity: 89 dB
- Impedance: 8 Ω
- HiFi Specs score: 9.3/10, the average of 6 rated aspects
Verdict
The short version
The Focal Aria 905 speakers offer an impressive audio experience. Their crisp sound, versatile placement options, and ability to pair with quality equipment put them among my top speaker choices. Although their sound may lean towards the brighter side with solid-state amps, and they'd work better with a subwoofer, they are still excellent standalone units. Furthermore, their build and aesthetic appeal contribute significantly to the brilliant overall package that leaves no room for regrets. HiFi Specs score from 6 rated aspects · compared across 162 speakers
Datasheet
The numbers
- Power type
- Passive
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Drivers
- 1x 1" Tweeter + 1x 5" Mid-woofer
- Frequency response
- 60 Hz to 28 kHz
- Crossover frequency
- 2.5 kHz
- Sensitivity
- 89 dB
- Impedance
- 8 Ω
- Recommended amp power
- 25 to 100 W
Cabinet
Cabinet & connections
- Enclosure type
- Ported (Bass Reflex)
- Bi-wire capable
- No
- Connectivity
- Wired
Physical
Dimensions, weight, placement
- Recommended placement
- Shelf, Stand
- Height
- 13.1 in 334 mm
- Width
- 9.6 in 245 mm
- Depth
- 8.3 in 212 mm
- Colors
- Black High Gloss Noyer finishes Leather
From our review
What we found
Compared across 162 speakers
How it scored
Availability
Where to buy
The Focal Aria 905 isn't sold new any more. The closest current model is the Focal Aria Evo X No 1.
Why this one: Direct successor to the Aria 905 in the same 2 way bookshelf line with a similar size woofer.
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