Focal SM9

The 3-way mode provides a full-range, high-resolution perspective ideal for critical mixing and mastering. Switching to the 2-way mode limits the frequency response, allowing you to check how your mix translates on smaller, more limited playback systems without needing a second pair of speakers.

Beryllium is an incredibly rigid and lightweight material, which allows the tweeter to reproduce high frequencies with exceptional speed and accuracy. This results in a highly detailed, transparent top end that helps you identify subtle artifacts or harshness in your mix.

While the SM9s are powerful midfield monitors, their onboard EQ controls allow you to tailor the response to your specific room acoustics. However, due to their size and output, they are best suited for medium-to-large professional control rooms where they have enough space to breathe.

No, the SM9s are active monitors, meaning they have built-in amplification specifically matched to their drivers. You only need to connect them to your audio interface or monitor controller using balanced cables.

The 'W' composite sandwich structure allows Focal to optimize the mass, rigidity, and damping of the drivers. This ensures the speakers remain linear and distortion-free, even when monitoring at higher volumes during intense sessions.

The SM9s are designed to provide a full-range frequency response on their own, often eliminating the need for a subwoofer. If you choose to use one, you can use the onboard EQ settings to roll off the low end of the monitors to better integrate with your sub.