Tower Speaker Reviews

Subwoofer: Sub 250
Connections: Stereo line-level input and high-pass/sat stereo output
Enclosure Type: Sealed
Woofer (size in inches, type): 10, magnesium silicate polymer cone
Power Rating (watts): 200
Crossover Bypass: Yes
Available Finishes: Real Maple, Cherry, Rosewood, Black Ash
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 11.6 x 11.5 x 12.75
Weight (pounds): 22
Price: $1,000

These listings are based on the manufacturer's stated specs; the HT Labs box below indicates the gear's performance on our test bench.

Speaker: Focus 220
Type: Two-way vented tower T
Tweeter (size in inches, type): 1.1, soft dome
Woofer (size, type): 6.5, magnesium silicate polymer cone (2)
Nominal Impedance (ohms): 4
Recommended Amp Power: Up to 250 watts
Available Finishes: Real Maple, Cherry, Rosewood, Black Ash
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 38.6 x 8 x 11.6
Weight (pounds): 41.2
Price: $3,000/pair

Speaker: Focus 200 C
Type: Two-way vented center
Tweeter (size in inches, type): 1.1, soft dome
Woofer (size, type): 5.5, magnesium silicate polymer cone (2)
Nominal Impedance (ohms): 4
Recommended Amp Power: Up to 250 watts
Available Finishes: Real Maple, Cherry, Rosewood, Black Ash
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 6.8 x 25.2 x 11.2
Weight (pounds): 27.9
Price: $1,000

Speaker: Focus 140
Type: Two-way vented bookshelf
Tweeter (size in inches, type): 1.1, soft dome
Woofer (size, type): 6.5, magnesium silicate polymer cone
Nominal Impedance (ohms): 4
Recommended Amp Power: Up to 200 watts
Available Finishes: Real Maple, Cherry, Rosewood, Black Ash
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 13.8 x 8 x 11.6
Weight (pounds): 18.7
Price: $1,800/pair

Ratings: Dynaudio Focus Series Speakers

Build Quality: 94
• The Focus woofers all incorporate oversized (3-inch) voice coils for improved power hand-ling and dynamic range
• Crafted in Denmark

Value: 87
• Build quality is comparable with speakers that sell for double and even triple the price
• Dynaudio's high-end sound is now available in affordable models

Features: 93
• State-of-the-art, high-resolution soft-dome tweeters
• The Sub 250's versatile connectivity is a big plus for some buyers

Performance: 94
• The Focus' substantive, full-bodied presence works its magic on music and movies
• This sealed-box subwoofer's bass is tight, firm, and extended

Ergonomics: 90
• The Focus models are boxier than sleek, plasma-friendly designs
• The teensy Sub 250 is more discreet than most subwoofers

Overall Rating: 92
Don't let the Focus speakers' demure good looks lead you to underestimate their home theater prowess. The speakers pack a wallop and can still produce refined sonics for classical and acoustic jazz CDs.

General Information
Focus 220 Tower Speaker, $3,000/pair
Focus 200 C Center-Channel Speaker, $1,000
Focus 140 Bookshelf Speaker $1,800/pair
Sub 250 Subwoofer, $1,000
Dynaudio
(630) 238-4200
www.dynaudiousa.com
Dealer Locator Code DYN