Focal Utopia III Scala V2's in the house!
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Thanks. I just purchased an used pair of v2.
I am planning to match Scala v2 with Leben. Did anyone have experience in matching these two? Would resolution suffer? How good Leben is with orchestral?
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Scala are also amazing. Definitely a great choice. I seriously wanted to buy them but since I got the brand NIB Stella EM from a distressed sale, for the same price as I would have bought the NIB Scala Evo, I definitely went for the Stella.
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Congratulations. Those are awesome speakers. What will you be powering them with?
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Devialet Expert 1000 Pro Dual Mono. After listening to a lot of other options, I still believe Devialet fits extremely well with the Focal Utopia range.
I will try soon to connect 4 Devialet 1000 together so that I see if there is any difference between using just the 2 Devialet 1000 vs. Devialet multi-amp system (4 units).
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Keep us apprised of how it goes. I have always thought that the Utopia line does piano as well as any speakers out there.
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Scala EVO in ash grey
Noticed this tread has been quiet for awhile. Currently I am driving a pair of Estelon XC with the Devialet OdA. I am thinking of upgrading to a full floor standing pair of speakers and have shortlisted the Focal Scala Utopia Evo and a lesser known brand Vimberg (a sister company of Tidal) the Tonda speakers. Reason, have always been a fan of Tidal but can’t afford their speakers. Pricing wise, the Tonda is pricer. Any comments would be appreciated.
Mike, I am looking at the Scala V2. My audio dealer in France is offering one pair that he says has a very unique finish for €12500. Listened to them in the latest guise, Scala Evo and sheerly enjoyed them in all sincerity.
I am considering them against a pair of new Rockport Atria IIs. To make matters more interesting, another dealer back home says he is willing to part with the Scala Evo for €25000.
Since you have had the V2, would it be wise to go for the V2 or Evo or just gun for the Rockies?
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I am considering them against a pair of new Rockport Atria IIs. To make matters more interesting, another dealer back home says he is willing to part with the Scala Evo for €25000.
Since you have had the V2, would it be wise to go for the V2 or Evo or just gun for the Rockies?
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That’s a great question. I think the Scala V2 can be very enjoyable and at $12,500, not a bad option. The Evo is a minor improvement IMO since the Scala saw three iterations and the rest of the line only saw two. Albeit the v2 Scala was rushed to market because there was a flaw with the V1. The Evo is interesting, but not sure it’s worth double when it comes to the Scala, Maestro yes, but Scala, no.
The Focal tweeter requires some work on your part to “tame”. You must ensure you have first and second point ABSORPTION, not diffusion and certainly not bare walls. Be very careful with cable, source and amp matching as well. Any of those that lean towards at top down presentation may exacerbate the problem.
As for the Rockport’s, I can only voice what I see: people seem to love their Rockport’s at first and then move on within a year. I know these might be the exceptions rather than the rule, but it’s just what I’ve observed.
I think there are better options out there, but addressed your question.
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Your comment if applied to the Scala tweeter I can get on board with but the Maestro Utopia III tweeter never needed any "taming". Currently I have no treatments in my new place at any reflection points (just got everything set back up) and man is the tweeter on the Maestros smooth (cymbals and violins are WOW).
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Isn’t it the same tweeter?
Hey, some guys like bite, some like Joe and I don’t. It’s all ok.
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That comment indicates you don't have good familiarity with the Utopia line. The Scala tweeter is a little hot, the Maestro not at all.
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That’s a little rude. But, to your point, they are slightly different
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You just can't win.
It was a loaded question to start with.
Kudos to you for even trying.
It was a loaded question to start with.
Kudos to you for even trying.
Mike,
After looking the price of what Scala V2s are going at, it seems steep even considering the premium color finish that is on it.
I agree on the tweeter, listened to the Sopra 2 and 1 and did not like the Focals until the Scala Evo driven with FM Acoustics.
Been looking at some other makes too. Several other options are in consideration too- Kharma DB7S, Magico S3 MK 2, WA Yvette, Vivi Audio Kaya.
The hunt continues.
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