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The Focal Aria 948 is the flagship 3-way floorstanding loudspeaker of the Aria range, combining two 21 cm Flax bass drivers, a dedicated Flax midrange and Focal’s TNF aluminium-magnesium inverted-dome tweeter.
These pre-owned speakers are in great condition in the elegant Noyer finish, complete with original magnetic grilles. No original packaging or additional accessories are included; collection in person from our showroom is recommended.
Designed for rooms from 30 m² and a listening distance of 3.5 m or more, the Aria 948 produces strong, well-controlled bass that remains in perfect harmony with a balanced, expressive midrange and treble—returning genuine emotional intensity to music playback.
Visit our Lane Cove showroom to experience the scale, clarity and musical involvement of the Aria 948 Speakers.
Why Choose the Focal Aria 948 Floorstanding Speakers?
The Aria 948 represent Focal’s commitment to pure acoustic performance, using exclusive French-made Flax cones and a carefully engineered bass-reflex cabinet to deliver powerful yet refined sound.
• Powerful Yet Controlled Bass: Twin 21 cm Flax drivers and dual ports produce deep, impactful low frequencies without overhang.
• Natural Midrange Presence: Dedicated Flax midrange cone yields realistic timbre and excellent integration with the treble.
• Smooth, Extended Highs: TNF inverted-dome tweeter with Poron suspension and waveguide ensures refined detail and stable imaging.
• Easy Amplifier Matching: High 92.5 dB sensitivity and robust power handling suit a broad range of electronics.
• Solid, Elegant Construction: Thick MDF cabinet, leather-effect baffle and aluminium plinth provide mechanical integrity and visual refinement.
Audition the Focal Aria 948 at our Lane Cove showroom to appreciate its expressive dynamics and tonal balance in a properly sized listening space.
With a frequency response extending from 37 Hz to 28 kHz and a low-frequency point of 31 Hz, the Focal Aria 948 reveals the full weight and texture of bass instruments while keeping the midband clear and the treble airy.
The Flax sandwich cones—glass-fibre skins surrounding a flax core—offer an ideal combination of lightness, rigidity and damping, resulting in highly natural reproduction across the spectrum.
The multiple-port Powerflow system and floor-facing vent work together to eliminate dynamic compression, allowing the speakers to maintain composure even at higher listening levels. The rigid, non-parallel MDF enclosure and heavy aluminium base further reduce unwanted resonances, letting the music emerge with impressive focus and scale.
Technical Specifications
• Product Type: Pre-owned
• Type: 3-way bass-reflex floorstanding loudspeaker
• Bass Drivers: Two 21 cm Flax cones
• Midrange Driver: 16.5 cm Flax cone
• Tweeter: 25 mm Al/Mg TNF inverted dome with Poron suspension
• Frequency Response (±3 dB): 37 Hz – 28 kHz
• Low Frequency Point (–6 dB): 31 Hz
• Sensitivity (2.83 V / 1 m): 92.5 dB
• Nominal Impedance: 8 Ω
• Minimum Impedance: 2.5 Ω
• Recommended Amplifier Power: 40 – 350 W
• Crossover Frequencies: 280 Hz / 2.6 kHz
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 1150 × 371 × 420 mm
• Weight: 35 kg each
• Finish: Noyer
• Grilles: Original magnetic cloth frames included
• Recommended Room Size: From 30 m²
• Recommended Listening Distance: From 3.5 m
Learn more about the Aria 948 in the official Focal brochure here.
Let us show you the remarkable Focal Aria 948 at Len Wallis Audio. Explore our second-hand hi-fi & AV collection here or contact our team to audition the Aria 948 at our Lane Cove showroom or enquire online.
Len Wallis Audio Excellence Promise
Since 1978, Len Wallis Audio has been a trusted name in hi-fi, curating premium audio solutions from our Lane Cove showroom in Sydney. For over four decades, we’ve selected products that deliver outstanding performance and quality.
Our focus on innovation ensures every item meets audiophile standards. Whether upgrading or building a new system, our team helps you find the ideal audio solution for your needs.
Experience the Aria 948 in person with an audition at our Lane Cove showroom. With expert guidance and a commitment to satisfaction, we make your audio journey seamless and rewarding.
Ready for expressive, balanced floorstanding performance with the Focal Aria 948 Speakers?
Call (02) 9427 6755
Email Sales@lenwallisaudio.com.au
Or visit us at 64 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove, NSW, 2066
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Focal traces its roots to 1979 in Saint-Étienne, France, where engineer and hi-fi enthusiast Jacques Mahul founded the company in a small workshop within his father's precision engineering firm. Initially operating as JMlab, it began crafting bespoke speaker drivers, with early models like the DB13 earning acclaim for their compact yet dynamic bass performance. This heritage of acoustic innovation and French craftsmanship propelled Focal's evolution, marked by pivotal 1990s expansions under Gérard Chrétien's leadership, yielding iconic references such as the Vega and Grande Utopia loudspeakers that redefined audiophile standards.
The brand's core focus remains high-fidelity loudspeakers, where it excels through in-house driver design featuring breakthroughs like inverted-dome tweeters, Polyglass cones, flax diaphragms, and beryllium tweeters in its Utopia line. Focal has diversified into professional studio monitors, premium headphones, car audio systems, and select accessories, all emphasizing noble materials and meticulous engineering. While not delving into amplifiers, turntables, DACs, or cables, its speaker-centric portfolio spans home, mobile, and pro applications with unwavering commitment to purity of sound.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Focal commands respect as a world leader among discerning hi-fi buyers for its benchmark performance, international awards, and "Made in France" prestige. No longer a niche boutique, it blends heritage appeal with cutting-edge technology, attracting serious audiophiles who prioritize transparency, dynamics, and emotional depth over mass-market compromises.
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