Anyone used The Solution 25A1 by Focal?
07-11-10, 08:56 AM
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Anyone used The Solution 25A1 by Focal?
http://www.audiojunkies.com/blog/320...-solution-25a1
Focal has released their new vented subwoofer box that comes with 2 built in amplifiers and a remote with auxiliary input for connection to portable audio devices.
The Solution 25A1 uses a 10" Access subwoofer with a woven fiberglass cone and butyl rubber surround to supply the bass from 42Hz all the way up to 500Hz if need be. Power for the subwoofer is provided by a 150 watt mono amplifier while an additional 2-channel amplifier (50 watts per channel) offers the ability to power the front speakers.
The included remote control is mountable and offers an auxiliary input as well as a master volume control. The 25A1 has adjustable high pass and low pass crossovers, adjustable bass boost and a 0-180° phase adjustment for the subwoofer.
The 25A1 also has high and low inputs for simple a simple connection with most headunits.
MSRP on the Focal Solution 25A1 is $699.99
The Solution 25A1 uses a 10" Access subwoofer with a woven fiberglass cone and butyl rubber surround to supply the bass from 42Hz all the way up to 500Hz if need be. Power for the subwoofer is provided by a 150 watt mono amplifier while an additional 2-channel amplifier (50 watts per channel) offers the ability to power the front speakers.
The included remote control is mountable and offers an auxiliary input as well as a master volume control. The 25A1 has adjustable high pass and low pass crossovers, adjustable bass boost and a 0-180° phase adjustment for the subwoofer.
The 25A1 also has high and low inputs for simple a simple connection with most headunits.
MSRP on the Focal Solution 25A1 is $699.99
I'm considering putting my MBQ DVC's on the chopping block and my Art amps back in the closet over this one. I'm already running focal mids.
07-27-10, 03:56 PM
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I've installed one for a customer before and while neat and ultimately pretty good in terms of sound, it did feel a bit gimmicky. Considering the amount of control you have through head units these days though, it's a bit unnecessary in my opinion. Knowing how much of an audio head you are, OLT, I'd assume you'd be a little disappointed when you heard it. I'd much rather run "separates" for everything.
Still, being a diehard Focal fan (I generally shun the use of any other equipment) I must say it's not bad for the price. Focal quality for a significantly less-than-Focal amount of money isn't bad. I'd say I'd be concerned about not having the warranty buying off eBay but for under $400 I wouldn't mind that much if I was trying to keep my system simple.
Still, being a diehard Focal fan (I generally shun the use of any other equipment) I must say it's not bad for the price. Focal quality for a significantly less-than-Focal amount of money isn't bad. I'd say I'd be concerned about not having the warranty buying off eBay but for under $400 I wouldn't mind that much if I was trying to keep my system simple.
07-27-10, 09:01 PM
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I've installed one for a customer before and while neat and ultimately pretty good in terms of sound, it did feel a bit gimmicky. Considering the amount of control you have through head units these days though, it's a bit unnecessary in my opinion. Knowing how much of an audio head you are, OLT, I'd assume you'd be a little disappointed when you heard it. I'd much rather run "separates" for everything.
Still, being a diehard Focal fan (I generally shun the use of any other equipment) I must say it's not bad for the price. Focal quality for a significantly less-than-Focal amount of money isn't bad. I'd say I'd be concerned about not having the warranty buying off eBay but for under $400 I wouldn't mind that much if I was trying to keep my system simple.
Still, being a diehard Focal fan (I generally shun the use of any other equipment) I must say it's not bad for the price. Focal quality for a significantly less-than-Focal amount of money isn't bad. I'd say I'd be concerned about not having the warranty buying off eBay but for under $400 I wouldn't mind that much if I was trying to keep my system simple.
07-28-10, 02:33 AM
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Looks like it's what you'll need for your particular setup. Is the ebay seller an authorized reseller? You might want to check out the other online authorized sellers/resellers to see if they can come close to or match the ebay pricing, while offering you full warranty!
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