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AFocal Sopra N°1BTAD Micro Evolution One
Focal Sopra N°1 front view
TAD Micro Evolution One front view

Click either cabinet to swap A ↔ B · Reference height: 16.7 in · 1 in = 33.47 px

Focal Sopra N°1vsTAD Micro Evolution One

The Focal Sopra N°1 stands 42.5 cm tall — about 1.4 cm more than the TAD Micro Evolution One at 41.1 cm. At 89 dB against 85 dB, the Focal Sopra N°1 is the easier load to drive and plays louder from the same amplifier. The TAD Micro Evolution One reaches deeper in the bass, down to 36 Hz versus 45 Hz. On price, the TAD Micro Evolution One sits higher — about $12,495 a pair against $8,999 for the Focal Sopra N°1.

Specifications

AB
ManufacturerFocalTAD
ModelSopra N°1Micro Evolution One
HiFi ladder position#162 of 215 bookshelf#151 of 215 bookshelf
Height16.7 in16.2 in
Width9.9 in9.9 in
Depth15.6 in15.8 in
Weight35.3 lb44.1 lb
Enclosurebass-reflex-rearbass-reflex-rear
Drivers1× 1.1 in tweeter (pure beryllium inverted dome), 1× 6.5 in mid-bass (W sandwich cone)1× 6.3 in woofer (aramid), 1× 3.5 in midrange (magnesium), 1× 1 in tweeter (beryllium)
Frequency — low45 Hz36 Hz
Frequency — high40000 Hz60000 Hz
Sensitivity89 dB85 dB
Impedance8 Ω4 Ω
Recommended amp25–150 W
MAP (USD)$8,999 / pair$12,495 / pair
Where to buyCheck availabilityCheck availability
Brand websitefocal.comtechnicalaudiodevices.com
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Larger value highlighted in green. For low-frequency extension, lower Hz = greater bass reach, so the deeper side is highlighted.