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T+A Criterion S 240vsFocal Sopra N°2

The T+A Criterion S 240 stands 123.0 cm tall — about 4.0 cm more than the Focal Sopra N°2 at 119.0 cm. On footprint the T+A Criterion S 240 is the wider cabinet (38.0 cm versus 33.3 cm). At 91 dB against 88 dB, the Focal Sopra N°2 is the easier load to drive and plays louder from the same amplifier. The T+A Criterion S 240 reaches deeper in the bass, down to 26 Hz versus 34 Hz. Low frequencies come from a 220 mm cone on the T+A Criterion S 240 and a 180 mm cone on the Focal Sopra N°2. Both land in a similar price bracket, around $14,000 a pair.