Focal - Shape 40 (La Pièce)

Focal Shape 40 is an active 2-way proximity speaker, ideal for small studios, without compromising on quality. It is equipped with an aluminum-magnesium inverted dome tweeter and a Flax sandwich membrane woofer, each powered by a 25-watt amplifier.

As with all small monitoring speakers, the main challenge is to obtain clear and powerful sound. Focal has managed to control the magnetic field on the Shape 40, so that it can be positioned next to computers, screens, near walls while still avoiding harmonic distortions and intermodulation problems.

The Shape 40 offers a surprisingly wide frequency response for its compact size from 60 Hz to 35 kHz, with a maximum sound pressure level of 102 dB SPL (peak at 1 meter) and a wide, accurate stereo image.

Whether in the register of very high frequencies, bass or mids, everything is perfectly balanced and structured on the Shape 40 to offer optimal equalization. You nevertheless have the possibility of modulating the listening thanks to the settings located on the rear of the speaker, which offer the possibility of adjusting the sensitivity (0 or +6 dB), the mid/bass level (± 6dB) and the treble level (± 3dB).

In terms of connections, the Focal Shape 40 has a balanced XLR and unbalanced Cinch input. Under the speaker, 4 height-adjustable feet have been intelligently positioned to allow the speaker to be separated from the support on which it is placed to limit vibrations and low frequency transmission. These supports can be screwed until the optimum degree of inclination is obtained in relation to your positioning.