Focal Diva Utopia active speakers less than impressive.

Had an opportunity to hear Focal’s new active Utopia Diva speakers at Axpona. Though they hit a few audiophile niches for 40k they were not that impressive. Not something that captures your interest after a while of listening. Trying to wrap everything in one package in my mind doesn’t work. More of a lifestyle speakers than a true high end product.

hiendmmoe04-21-2025 2:02am

ghdprentice Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 7,639 posts 04-22-2025 at 12:34am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Interesting. There is a niche there. I guess the question is if it is large enough for a few companies to profit. At least for now, those trying for the apex of sonic performance, this isn't for them. Over time I'm sure they will get better.
boostedis Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 108 posts 04-22-2025 at 01:41pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @rick_n You say the line is long in the tooth, but I’m curious what you believe can be done to change that? There is precious little innovation in speaker design. Mostly revolving around cone/driver material. If the Utopia line sounds good today then why mess with that with some Audiophile jargon that has very little substance to offer because the technology is rather static at this point (other than styling )? 🤷🏾‍♂️
mstonks Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1 posts 04-22-2025 at 02:27pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Going to Axpona for critical listening and evaluation is like watching YouTube cooking videos.... Unfulfilled. WHY DO THAT??