Equipped with the Flax cone, the woofers from the PS 165 FE kit deliver a powerful (140-watt) natural sound without colouration. In addition, the TMD (Tuned Mass Damper) surround they incorporate stabilises the surround to achieve better control, and even greater neutrality and linearity.
The ‘M’-profile inverted dome TAM tweeters included in the kit offer a wider diffusion angle and greater sound definition, without directionality. Thanks to their tilted mounting, they are easy to install in the vehicle. A compact, pre-cabled audiophile crossover completes this kit. Finally, with its engraved aluminium basket and meticulous finishes, PS 165 FE combines style, discretion and modernity for a premium system.
KEY POINTS
This flax cone has been exclusively made in France by Focal since 2013. With its original design, it is 100% geared towards acoustic performance. This sandwich cone is formed of a flax fibre core placed between two thin sheets of glass fibre. Flax is a fibre with the unique ability to reproduce a very natural sound without colouration, with a rich reproduction in the midrange and clear bass strokes. Its lightness offers great dynamics, while its rigidity sustains the bass and provides good damping to deliver a faithful listening experience. Flax fibre is twice as light as glass fibre as it is hollow. Its very low elasticity makes it ideal for increasing the flexural rigidity module of a sandwich structure.
Made in France in the Focal workshops, the TAM tweeter stands out for its many qualities, particularly in terms of wide-angle diffusion, beneficial for in-car environments characterised by “off-axis” listening. Comprising a cone that is an aluminium/magnesium ‘M’-profile inverted dome, this tweeter unites an impressive array of cutting-edge Focal technologies to reproduce a faultless harmonic balance and highly-detailed treble.
A patented Focal technology, the TMD surround makes an appearance on all speaker drivers in the Flax Evo line, playing a key role in the reproduction and purity of the midranges as well as in the elimination of acoustic distortion, particularly when listening at high volumes.
TERRIFIC SPEAKERS.
Lovely sound, very clear even when up loud
Love the speakers.
This is the third Focal pair of speakers I have bought. PC165F, ICU165 and this one, PS165FE. There are no words to describe how happy I am with their performance. ABSOLUTELY SUPERB! As regards the PS165FE it has transformed my car into a recording studio. Well done!
AMAZING SOUND! The speakers work well under power. I advise with a sub and a crossover frequency from the amplifier or dsp/crossover of 170 to 200hz. I have a focal E 25 KX 10 inch sub at a crossover frequency of 230hz. the max of the amplifier. The tweeters in off axis configuration can be angled at any angle and it rocks. If they are pointed right at you you will hear the one closest to you more clearly and obviously coming from the left. If not it is SO nice that it doesn't matter which angle you point them. VERY convenient. THEY SOUND AMAZING!!