Focal's premium Diva Mezza active speaker setup aims to shatter the barriers of wireless high-fidelity audio technology
Introducing the Focal Diva Mezza Utopia: A Leap Forward in Home Hi-Fi
The Focal Diva Mezza Utopia, a new wireless active speaker system, has been unveiled and is now available for purchase. This high-end audio device is a significant leap forward in Focal's pursuit to redefine home hi-fi, boasting a hefty price tag of £55,000 / €65,000 / $69,000.
The Diva Mezza Utopia is a more powerful and expensive successor to the Diva Utopia, featuring a number of upgrades and advancements.
Key Features and Specifications
- Driver Configuration: Four 8-inch 'W' cone woofers arranged in a push-push configuration per speaker, larger and more than the previous model’s 6.5-inch drivers, provide deeper and more controlled bass. One dedicated 6.5-inch 'W' cone midrange driver and Focal’s signature beryllium inverted dome tweeter with an 'M' shaped dome design handle the mid and high frequencies, respectively.
- Amplification and Power: Each speaker contains three Naim Class A/B amplifiers: 280 watts to the woofers, 130 watts to the midrange, and 90 watts to the tweeter, resulting in a total power output of 500 watts per speaker—a 25% step-up from the Diva Utopia's 400 watts.
- Sound and Performance: With its reference-grade sound quality, the Diva Mezza Utopia can fill large spaces up to 100m2. It is praised for its effortless delivery, detailed vocals with excellent decay, and deep bass. Imaging and soundstage are recognized as very precise and dynamic.
- Technology and Connectivity: The Diva Mezza Utopia utilizes Ultra Wideband (UWB) wireless audio transmission supporting up to 96kHz/24-bit resolution. It is compatible with smart home platforms like Control4, Crestron, Savant, and RTI. Built-in adaptive room correction via ADAPT (Adaptive Acoustic Personal Tuning) technology ensures optimal performance in various environments. Rear I/O includes HDMI eARC, TOSLINK, RCA, USB-A, Ethernet with high-res support up to 24-bit/384kHz.
- Physical and Design: The Diva Mezza Utopia boasts a larger cabinet volume at 62 liters compared to the Diva Utopia's 50 liters. Customizable skins are available, allowing users to tailor the speakers to their personal preferences.
A New Standard in Wireless Audiophile Speaker Systems
The Focal Diva Mezza Utopia represents a new standard in wireless audiophile speaker systems, building on the original Diva Utopia’s foundation by increasing cabinet size, driver sizes, amplifier power, and advanced features like UWB wireless and adaptive room correction.
The system uses Naim Audio electronics for its brains and brawn, featuring a re-engineered Naim Audio electronics package with a dual-stage power supply. The streaming module has been updated with greater bandwidth and the ability to be updated for new streaming features.
During a preview event, the Diva Mezza Utopia was found to fill large spaces with a sense of scale, clear treble, and immense bass. The overall sound is described as clear, fast-moving, gripping, with a sense of maturity and control.
The Focal Diva Mezza Utopia is available exclusively from authorized stores in the Focal Powered by Naim network. This new, more powerful and pricier active floorstanding speaker system is sure to captivate audiophiles and music enthusiasts alike.
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- Audiophiles and music enthusiasts alike can now buy the Focal Diva Mezza Utopia, a new wireless active speaker system that has been unveiled and is available for purchase.
- With its references-grade sound quality and advanced technology, the Diva Mezza Utopia is sure to be a game-changer in the lifestyle, home-and-garden, and gadgets sectors, providing a new standard for wireless audiophile speaker systems.
- The Diva Mezza Utopia's key features include four large 'W' cone woofers arranged in a push-push configuration, a 6.5-inch 'W' cone midrange driver, and Focal's signature beryllium inverted dome tweeter with an 'M' shaped dome design.
- Each speaker is equipped with three Naim Class A/B amplifiers, providing a total power output of 500 watts per speaker, a 25% increase compared to the Diva Utopia's power output.
- The Diva Mezza Utopia utilizes Ultra Wideband (UWB) wireless audio transmission, supporting up to 96kHz/24-bit resolution and is compatible with smart home platforms like Control4, Crestron, Savant, and RTI.
- During a preview event, the Diva Mezza Utopia was praised for its effortless delivery, clear and fast-moving sound, precise and dynamic imaging, and excellent bass performance.
- The Focal Diva Mezza Utopia is a significant leap forward in Focal's pursuit to redefine home hi-fi, following its predecessor, the Diva Utopia, and incorporating Naim Audio electronics for its brains and brawn.
- To experience the unparalleled sound quality of the Focal Diva Mezza Utopia, visit an authorized store in the Focal Powered by Naim network and feel the amplified power of this state-of-the-art home-theater speaker system.
