FS: JM Lab Focal Mezzo Utopia Pair
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So, I said I would never sell these, and I guess it is still a true statement because I am replacing them with the exact same speaker, but they had the covers and such, so... yeah.
Easily my favorite speaker I have heard, perfect size for most peoples house. Excellent bass response to around 30hz, do not need a subwoofer for music. Huge soundstage... honestly just a phenominal speaker.
Sold new for 13k back in 1998, the current production replacement sells for north of 20k …
Weighs around 140 to 160 pounds a piece, has a top notch point to point crossover already... hand made in france…
Truly something you can pass on to your children
So these particular speakers, they are a 6-7/10 - they have some marks and dings here and there, but are overall more than acceptable from a normal viewing distance for their age.
So interesting facts about the speaker
Each enclosure is separate, you can see through it
The tweeters are still available from JM labs, atleast the diaphragm, so in the event you blow one, it is $100 and you pop them in. These are original though as the new ones are a shiny silver.
Each woofer is no longer available from Focal, but they will rebuild them at 75% of the price of a replacement. You simply pay shipping to Focal USA and they actually pay shipping to and from France as they send them by container, takes 2 to 3 months to turn around.
Again, these are original and have not been serviced.
People think the crossover is in the middle compartment, its actually on the bottom and by removing the bottom plate, it is easily accessible for service.
Anyways, fantastic set of speakers. You cant go wrong.
$3,800 + freight (pallet) or $250 for up to 400 mile delivery or meeting
Easily my favorite speaker I have heard, perfect size for most peoples house. Excellent bass response to around 30hz, do not need a subwoofer for music. Huge soundstage... honestly just a phenominal speaker.
Sold new for 13k back in 1998, the current production replacement sells for north of 20k …
Weighs around 140 to 160 pounds a piece, has a top notch point to point crossover already... hand made in france…
Truly something you can pass on to your children
So these particular speakers, they are a 6-7/10 - they have some marks and dings here and there, but are overall more than acceptable from a normal viewing distance for their age.
So interesting facts about the speaker
Each enclosure is separate, you can see through it
The tweeters are still available from JM labs, atleast the diaphragm, so in the event you blow one, it is $100 and you pop them in. These are original though as the new ones are a shiny silver.
Each woofer is no longer available from Focal, but they will rebuild them at 75% of the price of a replacement. You simply pay shipping to Focal USA and they actually pay shipping to and from France as they send them by container, takes 2 to 3 months to turn around.
Again, these are original and have not been serviced.
People think the crossover is in the middle compartment, its actually on the bottom and by removing the bottom plate, it is easily accessible for service.
Anyways, fantastic set of speakers. You cant go wrong.
$3,800 + freight (pallet) or $250 for up to 400 mile delivery or meeting
- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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No brainer here kids, fantastic speakers. If I was in a different position, these would be mine.HT SYSTEM-
Sony 850c 4k
Pioneer elite vhx 21
Sony 4k BRP
SVS SB-2000
Polk Sig. 20's
Polk FX500 surrounds
Cables-
Acoustic zen Satori speaker cables
Acoustic zen Matrix 2 IC's
Wireworld eclipse 7 ic's
Audio metallurgy ga-o digital cable
Kitchen
Sonos zp90
Grant Fidelity tube dac
B&k 1420
lsi 9's -
Thanks Tony!
First speaker I experienced where I describe their sound to people as a "presentation" versus a reproduction. You feel like you are hearing a display of art versus like a flat response reproduction from most speakers. Truly an enjoyable sound. I just couldn't pass up a set with the wood covers and such... Im OCD as they come.- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit. -
I have personally seen these speakers. These are not photoshopped, they are actually real speakers that Trey has.
Sound good too. Pristine shape.
Tom~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~ -
LOL!
- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit. -
Did you update the xovers at all ? Also where is local? If my wifey liked me better at the moment I would try to get these. GLWYS . Peace. DMIT Magnum MH-750, Monster HTS 5100MKII, Sony 77" Class - A80CJ Series - 4K UHD OLED,PS4, Def Tech 15” sub,LSIM 706c, Sunfire Signature Grand 425 x 4,Parasound hca 120, LSiM 702 x 4, Oppo 103D, SDA SRS 1.2, Pioneer Elite SC63 , Pioneer Elite BDP-05 “Why did you get married if you wanted big speakers?”
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These are stock
Will drive 400 miles from 28088
Better to ask for forgiveness than permission- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit. -
Wow
Correction, the Focal Scala Evo are now $39,999.... this is a steal.
https://overtureav.com/speakers/floor-standing/focal/focal-scala-utopia-evo-detailMagico M2, JL113v2x2, EMM, ARC Ref 10 Line, ARC Ref 10 Phono, VPIx2, Lyra Etna, Airtight Opus1, Boulder, AQ Wel&Wild, SRA Scuttle Rack, BlueSound+LPS, Thorens 124DD+124SPU, Sennheiser, Metaxas R2R -
That is a hefty price tag for sure. While this one does not use the Beryllium tweeter, the tioxid is nothing to pass over, beautiful smooth and detailed highs.- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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If any of youz guys need a push, here's a review from 1998....
https://www.stereophile.com/floorloudspeakers/273/index.htmlHT SYSTEM-
Sony 850c 4k
Pioneer elite vhx 21
Sony 4k BRP
SVS SB-2000
Polk Sig. 20's
Polk FX500 surrounds
Cables-
Acoustic zen Satori speaker cables
Acoustic zen Matrix 2 IC's
Wireworld eclipse 7 ic's
Audio metallurgy ga-o digital cable
Kitchen
Sonos zp90
Grant Fidelity tube dac
B&k 1420
lsi 9's -
Yep, and like I said, I am replacing them with the exact same speaker, very happy with their sound and build quality- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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Mmmm sandwich...... technology
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Taste like fiberglass and foam!!!- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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I may be having grills made for these by my fabricator, now that I have covers this will be easy to do...
May be willing to offer them at cost to an interested party- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit. -
Damn nice speakers, i bet they sound great!
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Wish I had a larger room. Only 50 miles awayDynaudIo Evoke 30, VPI Prime, Soundsmith Zephyr MKIII, PS audio Stellar phono pre, McCormack DNA 0.5 Gold, ARC LS-17se, Eversolo dmp A8, MIT AVT MA ic’s and speaker cables, ps audio stellar power plant 3
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The room I keep them in is like 22 x 14 I think, they do not need a huge room, this is the smallest utopia tower so they are fairly easy to get good sound- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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Wish I had a larger room. Only 50 miles away
I'm only 20 miles away. If you buy them I'll come over and listen to them and drink all your beer.
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You back in NC?- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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Not yet. Soon though.
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Let me know, see ya soon- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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The room I keep them in is like 22 x 14 I think, they do not need a huge room, this is the smallest utopia tower so they are fairly easy to get good sound
13x18 but that would put the listening position close to the back wall and block the bathroom and my vinyl storage closet
DynaudIo Evoke 30, VPI Prime, Soundsmith Zephyr MKIII, PS audio Stellar phono pre, McCormack DNA 0.5 Gold, ARC LS-17se, Eversolo dmp A8, MIT AVT MA ic’s and speaker cables, ps audio stellar power plant 3 -
Usually only stock tequila but I guess I could buy some beer--down in Marvin. Anyone local is welcome to drop byDynaudIo Evoke 30, VPI Prime, Soundsmith Zephyr MKIII, PS audio Stellar phono pre, McCormack DNA 0.5 Gold, ARC LS-17se, Eversolo dmp A8, MIT AVT MA ic’s and speaker cables, ps audio stellar power plant 3 -
Yeah, small spaces can be tough. When I had them in the room last I had them 6 inches or some from the back wall and about 4 ft or so from side walls, sounded fantastic- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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I just need to find the $3800 in my mattress or buried out back.....No brainer here kids, fantastic speakers. If I was in a different position, these would be mine.
2.2 Office Setup | LG 29UB55 21:9 UltraWide | HP Probook 630 G8 | Dell Latitude | Cabasse Stream Amp 100 | Boston Acoustics VS 240 | AUDIORAX Desk Stands | Mirage Omni S8 sub1 | Mirage Omni S8 Sub2 -
Just don't dig in Tonyb's yard...... that could get you new shoe's
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You guys are a trip
- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit. -
Dig in my yard and you might find someone else's shoes.
These speakers still here ?? Guys, these are sweet....anyone wanting to up their game, here it is. Buy these speakers, buy everyone else socks for Christmas, they'll get over it.HT SYSTEM-
Sony 850c 4k
Pioneer elite vhx 21
Sony 4k BRP
SVS SB-2000
Polk Sig. 20's
Polk FX500 surrounds
Cables-
Acoustic zen Satori speaker cables
Acoustic zen Matrix 2 IC's
Wireworld eclipse 7 ic's
Audio metallurgy ga-o digital cable
Kitchen
Sonos zp90
Grant Fidelity tube dac
B&k 1420
lsi 9's -
Alright guys, let's move these to a new home... Free delivery and setup, 500 miles
Last bit I am selling except for. Another small Amp... Need to make room!- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit. -
Hmmmm jamming on these today and they sure sound sweet- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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