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Focal Vestia N1

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Focal Vestia N1 Bookshelf Speakers - Black, Pair

French Engineering Excellence at Its Most Accessible

* Brand/Model/Finish: Focal Vestia No. 1 Bookshelf Speakers in Black
* Condition: Demo in excellent condition, less than 40 hours use, professionally repacked
* Retail: $1,398/pair
* Configuration: 2-way with 6.5" Slatefiber woofer and Al/Mg inverted dome tweeter
* Heritage: Technologies from Focal's Utopia and Sopra lines
* Design: Engineered and manufactured in Saint-Étienne, France
* What's Included: Complete with grilles, documentation, original factory packaging
* Warranty: Full manufacturer's warranty

When Focal's Flagship DNA Meets Real-World Budgets

For over 40 years, Focal has dominated the high-end speaker world from their French workshops, creating the Utopia series that defines the state of the art. The Vestia N1 represents something remarkable—genuine Focal technology and sound quality at a price that doesn't require choosing between speakers and college tuition. This isn't a budget speaker wearing a premium badge—it's authentic Focal engineering with the same Slatefiber technology found in speakers costing three times more.

The Revolutionary Slatefiber Driver Changes Everything

Focal spent five years developing Slatefiber, a recycled carbon fiber cone that achieves the impossible: the rigidity of metal, the damping of paper, and the detail of beryllium at a fraction of the cost. This exclusive technology, previously reserved for their premium Chora and Aria lines, delivers the speed and transparency that makes Focal speakers instantly recognizable. Combined with their signature inverted dome tweeter, the Vestia N1 creates the wide, deep soundstage that French speakers are famous for.

Advanced French Engineering:

* 6.5" Slatefiber Woofer: Exclusive cone material with perfect rigidity/damping ratio
* Al/Mg Inverted Dome Tweeter: Focal's signature design for superior dispersion
* TAM Tweeter Surround: Mechanical damping for smoother frequency response
* Front-Ported Design: Placement flexibility near walls
* Magnetic Grille System: Invisible attachment preserves aesthetic
* High-Quality Crossover: Carefully selected components for seamless integration

Build Quality That Honors the Focal Legacy:

* French Manufacturing: Hand-assembled in Saint-Étienne facilities
* Leather-Finished Front Baffle: Premium touch usually found at twice the price
* Ultra-Rigid MDF Cabinet: Multiple internal braces eliminate resonances
* Angled Stands Available: Optional tilted stands for perfect time alignment
* Black High-Gloss Finish: Deep piano black with perfect consistency
* Bi-Wire Terminals: Premium binding posts accept any connection type

The Performance That Converts Skeptics

What Hi-Fi's Five-Star review declared: "The Vestia N1 deliver a level of insight and refinement that has us questioning the need to spend more. They're entertaining, sophisticated, and addictively musical."

Stereophile measured the truth: "Focal's Vestia N1 shows remarkably flat frequency response with the wide dispersion that creates convincing soundstages. This is textbook loudspeaker engineering."

Sound & Vision discovered: "The Vestia N1 embarrass speakers at twice the price with their combination of French sophistication and dynamic capability. They make everything sound expensive."

Laboratory-Verified Excellence:

* Frequency Response: 55Hz-28kHz ±3dB
* Sensitivity: 89dB SPL (2.83V/1m)
* Impedance: 8 ohms nominal (4.5 ohms minimum)
* Recommended Power: 25-100W
* Crossover Frequency: 2,900Hz
* Dimensions: 15.4" H x 8.1" W x 10.9" D
* Weight: 17.6 lbs each
* Maximum SPL: 108dB

Perfect For Modern Listening:

* Apartment Living: Front port allows placement close to walls
* Desktop Systems: Near-field listening reveals exceptional detail
* Small to Medium Rooms: Fills 150-350 sq ft with ease
* Tube Amplifiers: 89dB sensitivity works with quality tube amps
* Home Theater: Matches perfectly with Vestia center and surrounds
* Critical Listening: Resolution that reveals differences in recordings

Ideal System Partners:

* Amplification: 30-100 watts of quality power optimal
* Sources: Reveals improvements in DACs and streamers
* Cables: Good enough to justify quality cables
* Stands: 24-28" stands recommended for optimal height
* Room Treatment: Responds well to basic acoustic treatment
* Placement: 6-8 feet apart, slight toe-in


Why Demo Units Represent Exceptional Value:

* Perfectly Broken In: 40 hours means drivers are optimally loosened
* Mint Condition: Carefully used and professionally inspected
* Complete Package: All original accessories and documentation
* Full Warranty: Protected like new speakers
* Immediate Shipping: No 6-8 week wait for special orders
* Significant Savings: French craftsmanship at demo pricing

The Focal Difference:

* Vertical Integration: Focal makes every driver in-house
* Racing Heritage: Technology from Focal's Formula 1 partnerships
* Studio Pedigree: Focal monitors used in recording studios worldwide
* French Aesthetics: Elegant design that enhances any décor
* Global Recognition: Winner of countless international awards
* Investment Value: Focal speakers hold value exceptionally well

What You Receive:

* Focal Vestia N1 bookshelf speakers (matched pair) in black
* Magnetic fabric grilles
* User manual and setup guide
* Foam port plugs for bass tuning
* Original factory packaging with protection
* Warranty card and registration
* Quality control certificate from France

Experience French Audio Artistry Today

The Vestia N1 proves that genuine high-end sound doesn't require high-end pricing. With Slatefiber technology from speakers costing thousands more and the build quality that made Focal famous, these speakers deliver the French magic that transforms listening into an event. This demo pair, with just enough hours to be perfectly run in, offers you essentially new speakers at a price that makes the decision simple. Bring French sophistication to your system—add to cart now.

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