Focal Alpha 50 Evo Active 2-Way Studio Monitor
Overview
Alpha 50 Evo is the ideal loudspeaker for proximity control and nearfield monitoring. Thanks to its technologies, including a 13 cm (5") Slatefiber woofer, it offers plenty of dynamics and mix detail, a highly neutral tonal balance that remains identical at both low and high volumes, and excellent sound coherence, whatever the listening environment. Its compact design and multiple functions make it a versatile piece of equipment.
Key Highlights
Versatility
Like the Alpha 65 and Alpha 80, the Alpha 50 Evo boasts a host of features, including TRS, XLR, and RCA inputs, a disengageable automatic standby mode, and wall and ceiling mounting inserts for adaptable studio integration.
High Sound Levels
Its two amplifiers offer high current capacity for total control of signal dynamics. This also enables high sound pressure levels (SPL) to be achieved without any distortion.
Modern Design
Its bass-reflex design, rounded contours, and robust side panels make the Alpha 50 Evo a modern piece of equipment for perfect acoustical integration in any workplace.
Advanced Technologies
Aluminum Tweeter: High-Finesse Treble
Manufactured by Focal, the inverted dome tweeter has been a signature since 1981. It offers the property of being a true micro loudspeaker. The curvature of the dome is significantly less pronounced than that of positive domes. This allows for better spatial dispersion and offers very low directivity, unlike ribbon tweeters. The inverted dome tweeter therefore generates unrivaled dynamics. In addition to the dome shapes, our engineers work on the materials. Here they chose aluminum, which increases the rigidity of the dome and reduces distortion. And to perfect the spatialization of the sound, a waveguide was developed. In the horizontal plane, the frequency response is within a deviation of +/- 0.5 dB. This performance guarantees an incredibly stable soundstage.
Slatefiber Membrane: Dynamic and Balanced Sound
Exclusive to Focal and made in France, the Slatefiber cone is made of recycled carbon fibers and thermoplastic polymer. In pursuit of perfection, our engineers have chosen to use non-woven carbon fibers oriented in the same direction to achieve even greater rigidity, damping, and lightness—the "essentials" of a good speaker. Recognized for its reproduction of dynamic, rich, and balanced sound, this cone has proven itself on numerous products for the home, for professionals in recording studios, and also for listening in cars.
Specifications
Design & Dimensions
- Height: 31 cm / 12.2 in
- Width: 22.8 cm / 9 in
- Depth: 23.9 cm / 9.41 in
- Weight: 5.95 kg / 13.1 lb
Sound & Acoustics
- Product Type: 2-way monitor
- Loudspeakers: 5" Slatefiber membrane woofer, 1" Aluminium inverted dome tweeter
- Frequency Response (+/- 3dB): 45 Hz - 22 kHz
- Maximum SPL (peak@1m): 101 dB
Electronics & Connectivity
- High Frequency Amplifier: 25 W, Class D
- Mid-range and Low Frequency Amplifier: 35 W, Class D
- Inputs: TRS (symmetrical 10 kOhms), XLR (symmetrical 10 kOhms), RCA (asymmetrical 10 kOhms with compensated sensitivity)
- Indicators and Controls: Sensitivity, Auto standby, LF Shelving, HF Shelving
- Bass Level (>250Hz): Adjustable +/- 6dB
- Treble Level (< 4.5kHz): Adjustable +/- 3dB
- Power Supply: 100 - 240V (T2AL fuse/250V)
- Power Controls: On/Off switch on the rear panel, Power On LED
