When it comes to speakers Focal never seems to disappoint, and their high-end Sopra No2 loudspeakers don’t seem to be an exception.
However, in addition to great performance, Focal makes sure their speakers look as good as they sound. The Sopra No2’s, which were introduced to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Focal/Naim partnership, already look great with their standard finishes, but Focal has decided to add a little more visual impact with two new finishes: Brown Concrete and Black Ostrea.
The Brown Concrete finish is an enhancement of the finish created for Focal/Naim. With its metallic bronze front panel and its chocolate-colored, concrete side panels, this loudspeaker seamlessly blends into any interior. It is a work of art, bringing a modern look to any living space.
The Black Ostrea finish is inspired by the pearlized appearance of an oyster, with an iridescent look. The mineral side is precise work carried out by expert technical craftsmen who strive to make each product unique. This finish has been designed to be the perfect addition to a contemporary home, combining hints of concrete and metal, and adding sophisticated style to any interior.
So What’s Inside the Cabinet?
If the outside of the Sopra No2 speakers has raised your curiosity, the following is what they offer on the inside.
- Speaker Type: Three-Way Bass Reflex Floorstanding Speaker
- Speaker Drivers:
- Woofers: Two 7-inch (18cm) with “W” cones.
- Midrange: One 6 1/2-inch (16.5cm) “W” cone with TMD suspension and NIC motor.
- Tweeter: 11/16″ (27mm) Inverted Dome with IHL (Infinite Horn Loading) and Beryllium.
- Frequency Response: 34Hz – 40kHz (+/- 3dB)
- Low-frequency Extension: 28Hz (-6dB)
- Sensitivity: 91dB (2.83V / 1m)
- Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms
- Minimum Impedance: 3.1 Ohms
- Crossover Frequency Points: 250Hz / 2200Hz
- Recommended Amplifier Power: 40 – 300W
- Dimensions (HWD): 46 27/32 x 14 3/32 x 21 17/64-inches (1,190 x 358 x 540mm)
- Net Weight: 122 lbs (55kg)
Tip: To dig deeper into the specifications of the Focal Sopra No2, you can download the official specifications sheets (pdf).
Price and Availability
The prices for the Sopra No2 Speakers with the Brown Concrete or Black Oestra finish are $10,999 USD and $13,999 CAD (price per speaker). Available February 2023.
In addition to the two new finishes, you can still opt for the standard finishes, which are currently available in Black Oak, Black Lacquer, Carrara White, Electric Orange, and Light Oak for $10,499 USD and $12,999 CAD (price per speaker).
Focal Speakers can be purchased from Focal/Naim store locations or authorized dealers such as abt.com.
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