Focal Shape 50 Active 5" 85W 2-Way Studio Monitor (Single)

Used Cat #3566569 • MFR #SHAPE 50
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Focal Shape 50 Active 5" 85W 2-Way Studio Monitor (Single)
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Key Features
  • Flax Sandwich Cone Woofer: 5"
  • Aluminum/Magnesium Inverted-Dome Tweeter
  • Dual Passive Radiators: 5"
  • Frequency Response: 50 Hz to 35 kHz
Musicians, producers, and sound designers looking for a versatile studio monitor will be impressed with the Focal Professional Shape 50, a compact nearfield 5" active 2-Way studio monitor that's ideal for use in home, project, or mobile studios. The sealed MDF cabinet houses a 5.0" flax-sandwich cone woofer and an aluminum/magnesium inverted dome tweeter that combine to provide a frequency response of 50 Hz to 35 kHz with a maximum SPL of 106 dB, while two 5" passive radiators help extend the low frequencies and minimize distortion. The midrange / low-frequency driver is powered by a Class-AB 60W amplifier, while the high-frequency driver utilizes a Class-AB 25W amplifier. The sealed enclosure allows the monitor to be placed near a boundary or wall with no adverse effects.
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Musicians, producers, and sound designers looking for a versatile studio monitor will be impressed with the Focal Professional Shape 50, a compact nearfield 5" active 2-Way studio monitor that's ideal for use in home, project, or mobile studios. The sealed MDF cabinet houses a 5.0" flax-sandwich cone woofer and an aluminum/magnesium inverted dome tweeter that combine to provide a frequency response of 50 Hz to 35 kHz with a maximum SPL of 106 dB, while two 5" passive radiators help extend the low frequencies and minimize distortion. The midrange / low-frequency driver is powered by a Class-AB 60W amplifier, while the high-frequency driver utilizes a Class-AB 25W amplifier. The sealed enclosure allows the monitor to be placed near a boundary or wall with no adverse effects.

The monitor features XLR and RCA input connectors, making it easy to connect to a variety of sound systems and devices. It also offers a variety of controls including a low-mid-frequency control (160 Hz), as well as high- and low-frequency shelf controls, plus a variable high-pass filter (full range / 45 / 60 / 90 Hz), which allows you to customize the speaker's acoustic response to match your environment. The Shape 50 can be mounted to the ceiling or a wall via the optional fastening accessories package and ships with a standard IEC power cord.

  • Aluminum/magnesium inverted-dome tweeter
  • M-Shaped Tweeter: 1" with low directivity for a flexible listening position
  • Flax Sandwich Cone Woofer: 5" with controlled and articulated bass, natural and detailed lower midrange and upper midrange registers
  • Dual passive radiators (5") for extended bass response and reduced distortion
  • Designed without a port, allowing it to be placed near a wall
  • Releasable high-pass filter
  • Adjustable Crossover: 160 Hz
  • Adjustable treble and bass
  • Frequency Response: 50 Hz to 35 kHz
  • Maximum SPL: 106 dB (peak at 1m)
  • XLR and RCA inputs
  • Autostandby mode
  • Accepts 100 to 240 VAC power for international use
  • Fastening mechanisms present on the back and underneath for installing on the ceiling or a wall (fastening accessories not supplied)
  • Threads for ceiling and wall mounts (fastening accessories not supplied)
UPC: 191561824058

Focal Shape 50 Specs

Key Specs
Monitor Type & Configuration
Active 2-Way
Total Power Output
85 W
Tweeter
1x 1" / 25 mm Aluminum-Magnesium Inverted Dome
Woofer
1x 5" / 12.7 cm Flax Cone
Audio I/O
1x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Input (10 Kilohms)
1x RCA Unbalanced Input (10 Kilohms)
Digital Audio I/O
No
Network I/O
No
Wireless
No
Low Frequency Driver
Flax Cone: 5.0" / 127 mm
Passive Radiator: 2 x 5.0" / 127 mm
Monitor Type & Configuration
Active 2-Way
High Frequency Driver
Aluminum-Magnesium: 1.0" / 25.0 mm 'M' profile
Number of Included Monitors
Single Monitor
LF Amplifier
Midrange and Low-Frequency Amplifier: 60 W, Class-AB
Enclosure
Sealed, Shielded
HF Amplifier
High-Frequency Amplifier: 25 W, Class-AB
Total Power Output
85 W
Frequency Range
50 Hz - 35 kHz (±3 dB)
Maximum Sound Pressure Level (SPL)
Maximum SPL (Musical Signal): 106 dB SPL (peak @ 1 m)
Connectors
Balanced: 1 x XLR
Unbalanced: 1 x RCA
IEC Power Input: 1 x IEC
Input Impedance
XLR: 10 kOhms, balanced
RCA: 10 kOhms, unbalanced with sensitivity compensation
Drivers
Controls and Indicators
High-Pass Filter: Adjustable full range 45/60/90 Hz
Bass (0-250 Hz): Adjustable, ±6 dB
Midrange/Bass (160 Hz, Q=1): Adjustable, ±3 dB
High (4.5-35 kHz): Adjustable, ±3 dB
Power On/Power Off: On/off switch on rear panel
Display: LED for power on/off and standby
Auto Standby
Standby On: After approximately 30 minutes with no signal
Standby Off: Signal detection > 3 mV
Tweeter
1x 1" / 25 mm Aluminum-Magnesium Inverted Dome
Cabinet Construction
Construction: 0.6" / 15 mm MDF
Finish: Vinyl, real walnut, and black painting
Power
Universal switch power supply
100-120 VAC (T1.6AL / 250 V fuse)
220-240 VAC (T800mAL / 250 V fuse)
Standby Consumption: < 0.5 W
Woofer
1x 5" / 12.7 cm Flax Cone
Dimensions
12.3 x 7.5 x 9.5" / 312.4 x 190.5 x 241.3 mm
Weight
20.7 lb / 9.4 kg
Passive Radiator
2x 5" / 12.7 cm
Amplifiers
LF: 60 W Class-AB
HF: 25 W Class-AB
Performance
Frequency Response
50 Hz to 35 kHz ± 3 dB
Maximum Sound Pressure Level (SPL)
106 dB (Peak)
Protections and Limiting
Limiter
Signal Processing
EQ
1x HF Shelf: ±3 dB at 4.5 kHz
1x Low-Mid Notch/Peak: ±3 dB at 160 Hz
1x LF Shelf: ±6 dB at 250 Hz
Filters
1 x High-Pass at 45 to 90 Hz, 12 dB/Octave Slope
Connectivity
Audio I/O
1x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Input (10 Kilohms)
1x RCA Unbalanced Input (10 Kilohms)
Digital Audio I/O
No
Network I/O
No
USB
No
Wireless
No
Mobile App Compatible
No
Power
AC Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption
0.5 W (Standby)
Physical
Color
Woodgrain
Monitor Orientation
Vertical
Enclosure Material
MDF
Dimensions (W x H x D)
7.5 x 12.3 x 9.5" / 19.1 x 31.2 x 24.1 cm
Weight
20.7 lb / 9.4 kg

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