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Utopia M 8WM

8" (20cm) midrange driver

999,00€
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Highlights

  • Rated power 100 W, maximum power 200 W, impedance 4 ohms.
  • Sensitivity 91.8 dB, 8" woofer, W-cone.
  • DC resistance 2.7 Ohm, butyl surround, fiberglass bulkhead.
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Focal presents the 8WM, an outstanding 8" (20cm) mid-bass driver. With a nominal power of 100 W and a maximum of 200 W, it stands out for its high performance. One striking point is the sensitivity of 91.8 dB at 2.83V/1m, which ensures precise sound results. Additionally, it impresses with a nominal impedance of 4 Ohms, a W-cone, and a butyl surround. With a DC resistance of 2.7 Ohms, a VC diameter of 3 1/8" (80 mm), and a fiberglass former, it sets new standards in the audio world. You also benefit from the CCAW wire and the single-layer construction.

Technical Data
  • Rated power: 100 W
  • Maximum power: 200 W
  • Sensitivity (2.83V/1m): 91.8 dB
  • Nominal Impedance: 4 Ohm
  • Cone: W
  • Sicke: Butyl
  • DC resistance: 2.7 Ohm
  • VC diameter: 3 1/8" (80 mm)
  • Spant: Fiber Optic
  • Layers: 1
  • Wire: CCAW
The Focal Utopia M 8WM offers an impressive nominal power of 100 watts, with a maximum power of up to 200 watts. These power categories make the mid-bass driver ideal for extensive applications in car audio or home amplification. The high maximum power provides a dynamic sound experience that allows for intense musical details and powerful bass reproduction. The nominal power ensures that the speaker remains stable even during longer listening sessions and delivers consistently high audio quality, while the maximum power easily handles peak loads.
The Utopia M 8WM from Focal has a sensitivity of 91.8 dB at 2.83V/1m, making it an extremely efficient speaker. This recommended sensitivity means that the speaker requires less amplifier power to achieve a high volume. Especially if you enjoy listening to music at high volumes, the high sensitivity allows the Utopia M 8WM to deliver precise sound results and clearly present details in the music even with lower power amplifications. This makes it the ideal choice for discerning audiophiles.
The Focal Utopia M 8WM has a nominal impedance of 4 ohms. This impedance specification is typical for use in various audio setups, as it places moderate demands on amplifiers while still being able to deliver good performance and volume. With 4 ohms, the 8WM is ideally suited for integration into systems that require high performance at medium impedance without compromising sound quality.
The Focal Utopia M 8WM uses innovative materials that significantly influence its sound quality and structure. The W-cone and butyl surround contribute to reducing unwanted resonances and improving sound purity. Also noteworthy is the fiberglass brace, which provides stability and, together with the CCAW wire, ensures precise sound reproduction. The single-layer construction supports the stiffness level, while the VC diameter of 80 mm allows for quick response. This combination of materials ensures that the Utopia M 8WM excels in audio playback.
The Utopia M 8WM from Focal features several technical parameters that make it unique. This includes the cone made from W-material, known for its optimization of sound precision and rigidity. Additionally, the butyl surround contributes to higher flexibility and durability. The speaker has a DC resistance of 2.7 ohms, allowing for high currents with low distortion. The fiberglass frame reinforces the overall structure, while the CCAW wire ensures low weight and high conductivity. These parameters combine to create a product that is ideal for demanding audio solutions.
The Focal Utopia M 8WM is an 8-inch (20 cm) mid-bass driver, making it optimal for use in various speaker enclosures. When installing, care should be taken to ensure there is enough space for its 3 1/8 inch (80 mm) voice coil diameter. This may require adjustments, especially in smaller enclosures. The choice of installation location should be made to ensure there is enough resonance space available to fully exploit the sound qualities of the Utopia M 8WM, while also ensuring adequate ventilation.
The W-cone, which is integrated into the Focal Utopia M 8WM, offers significant advantages in audio playback. The special W-materials make the cone particularly lightweight yet extremely rigid, minimizing distortion and improving the fidelity of the music. The unique construction allows for a linear frequency response, which leads to clear highs and lows, especially at high volumes. This material innovation focuses on uncompromising high audio precision and a uniform sound spectrum that satisfies even the most demanding audiophiles.
The butyl surround in the Focal Utopia M 8WM plays a crucial role in the durability and accuracy of the speaker. This type of surround is known for its longevity and resistance to environmental influences such as temperature and humidity. Butyl offers excellent elasticity, which helps to precisely control the movements of the cone, even under extreme conditions. These properties ensure that the Utopia M 8WM delivers consistently good sound performance over long periods of high demand while maintaining natural sound output.
The fiberglass brace in the Focal Utopia M 8WM is crucial for the structural integrity and sound performance of the speaker. Fiberglass as a material offers high strength at low weight, which stabilizes the entire speaker mechanism, supports resonance control, and thereby reduces sound-distorting effects. This construction optimizes performance, especially in higher frequency ranges, and contributes to a more balanced frequency response. The blue stability of the fiberglass brace supports the long lifespan and reliability of the 8WM.
The use of CCAW wire (Copper-Clad Aluminium Wire) in the Focal Utopia M 8WM plays a crucial role in weight savings and conductivity. CCAW combines the conductivity of copper with the lightness of aluminum, allowing for a more efficient flow of energy while reducing the overall weight of the speaker. This results in a faster response time of the speaker, which is particularly noticeable in bass reproduction. At the same time, the combination of these materials allows for finer tuning of the audio properties, thus supporting higher-precision sound reproduction.

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Product Specifications

Manufacturer

Focal

Product type

8" (20cm) midrange driver

Features

  • Highlights

    • Rated power 100 W, maximum power 200 W, impedance 4 ohms.
    • Sensitivity 91.8 dB, 8" woofer, W-cone.
    • DC resistance 2.7 Ohm, butyl surround, fiberglass bulkhead.

  • Uvp

    999

weight

1.2 kg

Technical data

Watt RMS Load Capacity

100

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Focal Utopia M 8WM: Buy a low-midrange speaker with outstanding performance and the Masori lowest price guarantee

The Focal Utopia M 8WM woofer delivers remarkable audio quality. With a nominal power of 100 W and a maximum power of 200 W, this speaker offers impressively high power capabilities. The sensitivity of 91.8 dB at 2.83 V/1 m contributes to the detailed reproduction of even the finest acoustic nuances. These features make the Utopia M 8WM the ideal choice for music lovers who value precise sound reproduction. At Masori, you also benefit from the lowest price guarantee, meaning you can always buy the 8WM online at the lowest price.

Impressive sensitivity of 91.8 dB for precise sound

The Focal Utopia M 8WM woofer impresses with a sensitivity of 91.8 dB at 2.83 V/1 m. This level of sensitivity ensures clear sound reproduction and high efficiency, as even low amplifier power is sufficient to produce loud and clear sounds. Compared to other models on the market, the Utopia M 8WM exhibits above-average sensitivity, making it particularly attractive for hi-fi enthusiasts with a keen sense of hearing. A lower sensitivity value would increase the amplifier load, which could compromise the frequency response.

Powerful 8 (20 cm) woofer with 100 W RMS

The Focal 8WM mid-woofer boasts a rated power of 100 watts RMS, capturing music in all its facets. This performance is ideal for a wide range of applications—from smooth jazz to powerful rock. In comparison, the Focal Utopia M 8WM offers solid output and power handling, ideal for ensuring a high-quality sound experience even in demanding situations such as in moving vehicles. A lower power level could result in a loss of sonic richness and dynamics.

4 Ohm nominal impedance for efficient amplifier matching

The Focal Utopia M 8WM's nominal impedance of 4 ohms allows for effective matching with most amplifiers. This impedance is an ideal choice for car audio systems, ensuring a stable power supply for optimal performance. Higher impedance could reduce power efficiency and volume, while lower impedance could potentially overload the amplifier output stage.

W-cone and butyl surround for excellent sound quality

One of the outstanding features of the Focal Utopia M 8WM is the W-cone combined with a durable butyl surround. The cone lends the speaker stability and enables pristine sound reproduction, while the butyl surround ensures durability and flexibility. This construction guarantees clean resonance and precise, distortion-free sound, even at high volumes. A heavier or less flexible cone might muddy the sound.

Clear sound reproduction with 2.7 ohm DC resistance

The Focal Utopia M 8WM features a DC resistance of 2.7 ohms, which efficiently corresponds to the audio signal flow rate. A lower resistance promotes current flow and ensures that the speaker responds quickly and accurately processes even the finest signals. A higher resistance could reduce output and make the speaker less dynamic. This demonstrates the balance between endurance and sonic precision that Focal has implemented.

Optimized VC diameter of 80 mm for stable performance

The 80 mm diameter of the Focal Utopia M 8WM ensures stable and smooth diaphragm movement. This width helps manage distortion and, through even heat distribution, ensures no sound distortion even under continuous load. A smaller diameter could inefficiently affect diaphragm resonance and heat conduction.

Fiberglass frame for outstanding structural strength

The Utopia M 8WM's fiberglass frame construction places a premium on structural integrity. These components contribute to the speaker's stability and allow it to minimize external vibrations, especially during dynamic music. A weaker frame construction would compromise sound reproduction and reduce fidelity.

Innovative CCAW wire and single-layer construction

The CCAW wire and single-layer construction in the Focal Utopia M 8WM ensure excellent electrical capacitance and impeccable transmission quality. The wire provides lightness, magnetic field balance, and ventilation, which in turn enhances the speaker's sound quality and thermal control. Thicker or more complex cables could increase impedance and lead to performance degradation. Now linked to on-site installation in Frankfurt (Oder) and support for your Focal purchase via the [Expert Support FAQ & Help](/pages/faq-und-hilfe). Get more insights in the [Audio Blog](/blogs/audio-blog) to get the best possible performance from your system.