FOCAL SUB 6 - Studio subwoofer

FOCAL SUB 6 – Studio subwoofer

The FOCAL SUB 6 is a professional reference active subwoofer, designed to integrate perfectly with Focal monitors in 2.1, 2.2 and multi-channel configurations. It is equipped with a powerful 350 W RMS BASH® amplifier that combines Class AB sound quality with Class D efficiency and an 11″ (27 cm) composite sandwich “W” cone housed in a large-volume bass-reflex enclosure, guaranteeing bass linearity at any sound pressure level. It features extensive adjustment possibilities: stereo high-pass crossover (75 Hz–100 Hz), mono low-pass, phase inversion and adjustment, polarity switch, level control, mute and bypass via footswitch, as well as Left/Right/LFE inputs and Left/Right outputs, all in a Red Burr Ash “Made in France” finish.

Main features

• Transducer: 11″ (27 cm) “W” composite sandwich cone.
• Amplification: 350 W RMS Class G (BASH® technology).
• Frequency response: 30 Hz – 250 Hz (± 3 dB).
• Maximum SPL: 116 dB (peak @ 1 m).
• Connectivity: XLR sym inputs. 10 kΩ Left/Right/LFE; Left/Right outputs.
• Controls and settings:
  • Stereo high-pass crossover (75 Hz – 100 Hz).
  • Low-pass filter mono summation.
  • Level adjustment (sensitivity), mute and 2.1 bypass by footswitch.
  • Polarity switch, phase invert and phase adjustment.
• Dimensions: 380 × 344 × 440 mm (H × W × D).
• Weight: 23 kg.
• Finish: Red Burr Ash, MDF casing.

Product benefits

• Deep, linear, and coloration-free bass, regardless of playback volume.
• Precise room control and adjustment with built-in filters and an instant bypass footswitch.
• Optimal integration with Focal monitors for compact or multi-channel configurations.
• High power and headroom for nearfield and midfield studio environments.
• Robust construction and premium “Made in France” finish for demanding professional use.

Use cases

• Recording, mixing and mastering studios that require bass extension.
• Audio post-production for film, television, and streaming.
• 2.1 or 2.2 configurations in broadcast control rooms.
• Multi-channel installations and high-precision sound systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What's the footswitch for? It allows you to activate/deactivate the subwoofer and high-pass on the monitor outputs, allowing you to instantly compare between 2.1 and 2.0 audio without moving any cables.
• What is the optimal crossover range? It's recommended to start at 80 Hz and adjust between 75 Hz and 100 Hz depending on the monitor's response and room acoustics.
• Can I use it with other brands of monitors? Yes, although it's optimized for Focal monitors; it has level, phase, and crossover controls to adapt to any system.

Description for projects

Focal Sub 6 active subwoofer 11″ “W” composite sandwich, BASH® 350 W RMS amplifier, response 30 Hz–250 Hz, SPL 116 dB, 380×344×440 mm, weight 23 kg.