Focal Shape 50 – Compact 2-Way Near-Field Monitor with Flax Cone and Passive Radiators

Shape 50 is the quintessential all-round near-field monitor. With a 13 cm Flax sandwich-cone driver and an aluminium-magnesium “M” tweeter, it offers remarkably clear and neutral sound in a ventless, space-saving design—perfect for small rooms under 12 m² or tight studio setups.

Key Features

• 13 cm Flax sandwich-cone woofer: Lightweight, rigid, and naturally damped to deliver articulate bass and neutral midrange without coloration
• “M”-profile Aluminium-Magnesium tweeter: Smooth, detailed high frequencies with wide dispersion and minimal distortion
• Dual passive radiators: Extend bass response without ports, allowing clean placement close to walls
• 85 W Class-AB amplification: 60 W for low/mid frequencies, 25 W to the tweeter—for balanced, powerful performance
• Acoustic tuning panel: Includes high-pass filter, low/mid shelving EQ, and treble control for room-specific calibration
• Stylish, compact cabinet: Walnut-veneered MDF with a ventless design—discreet, vibration-resistant, and wall mount-ready

Customer Benefits

Shape 50 delivers accurate, detailed sound in a compact form that’s ideal for desks, mobile workstations, and small acoustically challenging spaces. The tuning controls allow you to quickly adapt to room reflections and desk placement. Flax cone clarity and passive radiators keep the sound balanced and immersive—whether for mixing, editing, or creative work.

Quick Specs

• Woofer: 13 cm Flax cone
• Tweeter: 2.5 cm Aluminium-Magnesium “M” inverted-dome
• Frequency Response (±3 dB): 50 Hz – 35 kHz
• Max SPL (peak @ 1 m): 106 dB
• Amplification: 60 W LF/MF + 25 W HF (Class-AB)
• Inputs: Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA with sensitivity compensation (10 kΩ)
• Tone Controls: HPF, LF shelving, mid-band shelving, HF shelving
• Auto-standby: Power-saving mode activates after approx. 15 min; can be disabled
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 31.2 cm × 19.1 cm × 24.2 cm
• Weight: 6.5 kg

What’s in the Box

• Focal Shape 50 powered monitor (single unit)
• Protective grille
• IEC power cable
• Quick-start guide and documentation

Use Cases / Ideal For

Perfect for small studio spaces, podcast editing stations, and near-field mixing setups where clarity and space-efficiency are essential. Designed to perform exceptionally in rooms under 12 m², making it excellent for content creators, composers, and audio editors.

Compatibility

Connects via balanced XLR or unbalanced RCA. The acoustic tuning panel helps optimize performance in untreated environments, and compact, wall-mountable design fits diverse studio layouts.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Neutral, transparent sound with excellent imaging
• Dual passive radiators enable clean bass extension near walls
• Built-in EQ controls for easy acoustic adaptation
• Compact, stylish design suitable for tight spaces

⚠️ Cons:

• Limited deep bass—may require a sub for full low-end monitoring
• Manual tone settings—no preset recall

Focal Shape 50 offers refined near-field monitoring precision wrapped in a stylish, compact form.