Focus Audio 688's

Hi Phil, Yep rarely get over here but noticed the all to rarely seen Focus Audio post.

I've never actually heard the other FS speakers. I was just going by what I read at FA's website, from a brief conversation from someone at FA and Tony in Florida.

I know the FA website states they thought the midrange on the 788 might be a tad better then the other two since it was launched after the other two and that the FS688 choice to stay at its small size and use the 5.5 inch driver rather then the 6.5. I know Tony felt the FS688 had slightly more punch in the bass then the larger FA speakers.

Its hard to imagine how good the other two must sound. I know Doug at Soundstage felt the same way that you do, that the FS788 do everything equal or better (ie same top end, better midrange and deeper bass) then the FS688 and from what those who post at AA, who have been to your store, the FS888 is another significant step up.

Best Wishes Maxx

Thanks for all the responses. This was very helpful. Unfortunately it increases my curiosity about the 688's.

Hi,
I just baught pair of fs688
can you please recommend an integrated amplifier for them ?
(1000$-3000$ price range)

You might want to consider the Blue Circle NSCS. It's my understanding that Focus and BC work well together.

Cheers

http://www.bluecircle.com/index.php?menu_id=3175

We've demonstrated at the Stereophile show together with Focus Audio and Blue Circle the last two years with pretty good results. The NSCS and the 688's are a great match (they are my top-selling pairing)...

Phil
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