French loudspeaker manufacturer Focal launched the wireless floorstanding Diva Utopia in the fall of 2024. This active speaker was clearly well-received, as Focal is now releasing the larger Diva Mezza Utopia. Both Diva speakers aim to make all other hi-fi components obsolete, as they are equipped not only with powerful amplifiers from British company Naim Audio but also with extensive streaming functionality.
Focal Diva Mezza Utopia
The new three-way active Diva Mezza Utopia goes above and beyond the previous Diva Utopia in every way . Amplification power has increased from 400 watts to 500 watts per speaker. Standing 127 centimeters tall and weighing 90 kilograms, each speaker features a 27-millimeter inverted dome “M”-profile beryllium tweeter (type IAL2) driven by a 90-watt Class AB amplifier, a 16.5-centimeter W midrange driver driven by a 130-watt amplifier, and four 20.5-cm push-push woofers backed by 280 watts of Class AB power.
The larger cabinet volume, 62 liters compared to the Diva Utopia’s 50 liters, also plays a role. The frequency response (+/- 3 dB) runs from 25 Hz to 40 Hz, and the Diva Mezza Utopia has a maximum sound pressure level of 120 dB at 1 meter. It is said to be suitable for rooms up to 100 square meters.
Just like regular wireless speakers, the Diva Mezza Utopia has a primary and secondary connection. The first speaker offers the most connectivity, while the second can be connected via an ultra-wideband wireless connection or a cable via an RJ45 connection.
Technically, the Diva Mezza Utopias only require a power cable to play music. Support includes Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Qobuz Connect, and more. Music can also be supplied via cable. The primary speaker features HDMI eARC/CEC, optical TOSLINK, analog RCA, USB 2.0 Type A, and an Ethernet port. Its impressive ultra-wideband connectivity allows for wireless, uncompressed, high-resolution signal transmission at 96 kHz/24-bit. Alternatively, the user can select 24-bit/192 kHz via the wired speaker connection.
Like the Diva Utopia, the Diva Mezza Utopia features interchangeable side panels, allowing owners to coordinate the materials and finishes to match their interior.
Focal Diva Mezza Utopia: price and delivery information
A set of Diva Mezza Utopias retails for 65,000 euros.
