Focal Sopra

[rjryan]

Originally Posted by Formerly YB-2

Thank you. Is unfortunate that brick & mortar dealers (of most everything) are so distant.

We are REALLY fortunate here to have a dealer that is as into the hobby as we are.

[rjryan]

Originally Posted by Audio 1

How did the low frequencies on these compare to the Scala V2's?

It's hard to say until they break in fully, but my sense right now is that they are reminiscent of the Electra BE 1038 in terms of frequency range, but they have the fluidity and agility of the Scala. In the end, I believe the Scala would edge them out, and will likely play "bigger" and with more scale in larger spaces. However, if you add a decent pair of subs to these, they quickly become Scala killers. To quote another of our members that has Scala V1 and REL G1s- "...these things sound waaay to close to my rig for comfort..."

I hope that helps.

[joey_v]

Originally Posted by rjryan

It's hard to say until they break in fully, but my sense right now is that they are reminiscent of the Electra BE 1038 in terms of frequency range, but they have the fluidity and agility of the Scala. In the end, I believe the Scala would edge them out, and will likely play "bigger" and with more scale in larger spaces. However, if you add a decent pair of subs to these, they quickly become Scala killers. To quote another of our members that has Scala V1 and REL G1s- "...these things sound waaay to close to my rig for comfort..."

I hope that helps.

There are a few technologies that the Scala v2 uses that this guy doesn't use.... seeing them side to side in your photo confirms 2 things in addition.

1. That the Sopras are significantly less imposing and less awesome looking compared to the Scalas.
2. That the Sopras are significantly smaller than the Scalas which means they fit more spaces or living places than the Scalas.

[rjryan]

Originally Posted by joey_v

There are a few technologies that the Scala v2 uses that this guy doesn't use.... seeing them side to side in your photo confirms 2 things in addition.

1. That the Sopras are significantly less imposing and less awesome looking compared to the Scalas.
2. That the Sopras are significantly smaller than the Scalas which means they fit more spaces or living places than the Scalas.

Agreed. Although, I don't know that they are "significantly" smaller. They are almost exactly the same height, but about 4" narrower and not as deep. The installation flexibility is definitely there as you say. Price, too,

I'm not sure I agree with the "awesome looking", unless you are referring to the Scalas size and presence in the room. The Sopra is finished every bit as well, and the new glass base is a really nice addition. It's all subjective...for me, it's a horse a piece, visually, really.

Overall, I think they really deliver where advertised - smack dab in the middle of the Electra BE and Utopia lines.