Focal Sib Evo Dolby Atmos 2.0: 3D Sound Immersion in a Compact Format
The Focal Sib Evo Dolby Atmos 2.0 speakers offer an innovative solution for home cinema enthusiasts who want to enjoy Dolby Atmos technology without complex installation. This pack of two compact speakers features a dual-channel system that reproduces the vertical sound effects characteristic of Dolby Atmos, delivering a three-dimensional audio experience in an elegant and space-saving format.
Design and Build
The Focal Sib Evo Dolby Atmos 2.0 pack stands out for its ingenious approach to the challenge of spatial audio. Each speaker combines two distinct systems: a traditional front channel and an upward-firing channel dedicated to Dolby Atmos effects. This configuration eliminates the need for the tedious installation of ceiling speakers while maintaining the aesthetics of your interior.
The design of the Sib Evo Dolby Atmos is both modern and discreet, with a glossy black finish that blends seamlessly into any environment. Their compact size (295 × 195 × 190 mm) and reasonable weight (3.25 kg per speaker) allow for flexible placement, whether on furniture or mounted on the wall using the included brackets.
The speakers come pre-mounted on their articulated base, allowing the angle of inclination to be adjusted by ±5 degrees. Focal has preset the inclination according to Dolby’s recommendations for optimal sound effect distribution.
Technology and Audio Performance
The technical uniqueness of the Sib Evo Dolby Atmos lies in their dual-channel architecture. The front channel is configured as a 2-way bass-reflex system, featuring a 13 cm Polyflex mid-bass driver and a 19 mm fabric dome tweeter. This setup ensures precise and detailed reproduction of the horizontal sound spectrum, with a frequency response ranging from 65 Hz to 25 kHz.
The Dolby Atmos channel, on the other hand, consists of a 10 cm full-range driver oriented towards the ceiling. This additional transducer projects sound upwards, creating a vertical sound dimension through ceiling reflection. This clever technique allows you to perceive sound effects coming from above, such as a helicopter flying overhead or falling rain, without requiring physically installed overhead speakers.
Both channels have an identical sensitivity of 90 dB and a nominal impedance of 6 ohms, ensuring compatibility with most home cinema amplifiers on the market, within a recommended power range of 25 to 200 watts.
Versatility of Use
The Sib Evo Dolby Atmos speakers stand out for their remarkable versatility. While primarily designed to enhance the cinematic experience with three-dimensional sound effects, these speakers also deliver high-quality performance for music listening.
A particularly interesting feature is their ability to integrate into various configurations. They can be used as main speakers in a 2.0 or 2.1 system (by adding a subwoofer), as well as front speakers in a more elaborate home cinema setup. For owners of an existing Focal Sib system, adding these two Dolby Atmos speakers provides a simple upgrade to 3D technology without replacing the entire system.
The Sib Evo Dolby Atmos can also be positioned horizontally to serve as a center speaker in a 5.1 or 5.2 configuration, demonstrating their adaptability to the specific needs of each user.
Integration into a Home Cinema System
One of the main advantages of the Sib Evo Dolby Atmos is their ability to easily integrate into an existing audio system or form the foundation of a new setup. Focal designed these speakers to be perfectly compatible with other models in the Sib Evo range, including the Sib Evo 5.1 pack, which includes three additional satellite speakers and a Cub Evo subwoofer.
For optimal sound experience, pairing with a subwoofer like the Focal Cub Evo is recommended. This configuration extends the frequency response to the lower end of the spectrum, compensating for the natural bass limitations of compact speakers (cutoff at 60 Hz).
The push-button connection system simplifies speaker cable connections, while the dual terminal allows separate connection of the front and Atmos channels to the amplifier. This design simplifies installation while ensuring optimal audio signal transmission.
Installation and Setup
The installation of the Sib Evo Dolby Atmos has been designed to be as simple as possible. The speakers come pre-mounted on their base and pre-adjusted to the inclination angle recommended by Dolby for optimal vertical effect distribution.
Several placement options are available to the user:
- On furniture or a shelf, thanks to the integrated base
- Mounted on the wall, using the included wall brackets
- In a horizontal position, for use as a center speaker
To fully benefit from Dolby Atmos technology, it is recommended to place the speakers at ear level, in a room with a flat ceiling at a height between 2.4 and 3.6 meters. This setup allows for optimal reflection of vertical sound effects.
Connecting to the amplifier requires two cables per speaker: one for the front channel and one for the Atmos channel. It is important to respect the polarity (+ and -) during connection to ensure phase coherence between the different speakers in the system.
