Focal Sub 12
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Essential Information About the Focal Sub12 Studio Subwoofer
Essential Information About the Focal Sub12 Studio Subwoofer
- Deep and Controlled Bass thanks to the 13-inch "W" cone driver and front port inspired by the Trio11 monitors.
- Power and Dynamic Headroom with 600 W RMS BASH amplification (1000 W peak) for precise control of sub-bass frequencies.
- Exemplary Studio Integration via adjustable high-pass/low-pass filters, phase and level controls, plus LFE and stereo XLR inputs/outputs.
- French Manufacturing with optimized internal bracing, internal/external ports, and transport handles for secure placement.
Manufacturer Information
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A Subwoofer Born from Focal Expertise
Designed and manufactured in France, the Focal Sub12 continues the brand's legacy of monitoring solutions known for their precision. Its tuned enclosure carries the Focal acoustic DNA, featuring a front port inspired by the Trio11 and cabinet reinforcements engineered to minimize port noise and distortion. The goal: to provide a low-frequency extension without compromising mix clarity.Who It's For and Intended Uses
The Sub12 is aimed at producers, beatmakers, sound engineers, and post-production studios who need reliable sub-bass monitoring and control. It complements nearfield or midfield monitors for electronic music, urban genres, film, or broadcast, facilitating decisions on kick punch, bass foundation, and LFE effect energy.Technical specifications
| Connection | XLR | Color | Red |
| Number of speakers | 1 | Power output | 600 W |
| Speaker structure | MDF | Weight | 58 kg |
| Inputs | XLR, jack | Dimensions (mm) | 487 x 568 x 600 |
| Outputs | XLR, jack | ||
| Type | active studio subwoofer | Level | adjustable |
| Frequency response (-3 dB) | 30 Hz - 400 Hz | Selectable input sensitivity | +4 dBu / -10 dBV |
| Maximum SPL (30 - 200 Hz, free field at 1 m) | 124.5 dB | LFE, left and right inputs and outputs | XLR |
| Bass loudspeaker | 13-inch (33 cm) "W" cone with very high excursion | Focus and Bypass inputs and outputs | 6.3 mm jack |
| Ports | front port inspired by the Trio11 monitors, internal and external | Automatic standby | can be activated |
| Technology | BASH | Bypass and Focus | controllable |
| Filters | low-pass and high-pass | Carrying handles | integrated |
| Phase | adjustable, phase inversion can be activated | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Focal Sub12 compatible with studio monitors using XLR?
The connectivity includes XLR LFE, left, and right inputs and outputs. The input sensitivity is selectable between +4 dBu and -10 dBV.
What is the low frequency range of the Sub12?
With a frequency response from 30 Hz to 400 Hz at -3 dB, this subwoofer reaches into the sub-bass range to control the foundation of the bass and kick.
How to adjust the Sub12 according to the monitors and the room?
The low-pass and high-pass filters allow fine-tuning the integration with the main monitors. Phase and level controls help align the subwoofer with the system. The Focus and Bypass connections via 6.3 mm jack enable comparison with or without the subwoofer.
What power and sound level does this Focal subwoofer deliver?
The BASH amplification provides 600 W RMS and 1000 W peak. The maximum SPL is rated at 124.5 dB between 30 and 200 Hz, measured in free field at 1 m.
Is the subwoofer easy to install in a studio?
The MDF enclosure measures 487 x 568 x 600 mm and weighs 58 kg. Integrated handles facilitate handling, while the front port reduces placement constraints.
