Focal
Scala Utopia Evo M.
Focal introduces the Scala Utopia Evo M, a three-way floorstanding loudspeaker manufactured in France. This 2026 model updates the Scala Utopia with new driver technologies and refined cabinet construction.
Focal announced the Scala Utopia Evo M in July 2026 as an evolution of the existing Scala Utopia model. The design retains a three-way floorstanding architecture while incorporating updated components. This positioning places the speaker within Focal’s high-end home audio lineup for 2026.
The manufacturer states that the Scala Utopia Evo M is designed, developed, and manufactured in France. Wooden cabinets are constructed by Focal’s cabinet-makers in Burgundy, while drivers are produced in Saint-Étienne. This geographic distribution of production is a key part of the product’s identity and manufacturing narrative.
Driver Technology
The midrange driver adopts an M-profile from the Utopia Main professional range. It features a 13cm reinforced W composite sandwich cone with one-piece M-profile geometry. Focal attributes greater rigidity and ultra-linear frequency response to this specific construction method.
This midrange unit utilizes TMD suspension, a neodymium magnet, and an 80mm voice coil. Focal states that this arrangement improves coil centering and power handling. The TMD system is identified as a retained Focal technology intended to limit cone deformation and reduce distortion.
The PRISM tweeter makes its Scala debut in this model, having recently appeared on the Diva Alta Utopia. It is a 27mm M-profile inverted-dome design with IAL2 technology. Focal specifies a bandwidth up to 40kHz and a resonance frequency of 528Hz for this driver.
Focal describes the PRISM cone as a multi-material combination using an advanced micro-structuring process. The company claims higher rigidity than beryllium with a balance between lightness and damping. This comparison is presented as part of the manufacturer’s technical rationale for the new membrane.
Bass and Cabinet
The redesigned 27cm W woofer features a 16cm dual-ferrite motor and W composite sandwich construction. Focal’s product sheet highlights more precise laser cutting of the woofer cone as part of this redesign. This component handles the lower frequency range within the three-way system.
A large laminar port is integrated into the bass-reflex design. Focal presents its intended benefits as avoiding airflow noise, distortion, and dynamic bass compression. These are manufacturer-stated aims for the port geometry within the overall acoustic architecture of the speaker.
The Gamma Structure uses high-density MDF panels up to 6cm thick. Focal describes this as a heavy anti-vibration structure optimized using vibration mapping. The design aims to provide a stable mechanical reference for the driver components mounted within the cabinet.
Crossover and Connectivity
The crossover utilizes OPC+ technology, which stands for Optimum Phase Crossover. The product sheet specifies bass and treble level adjustment of ±1dB. Wiring requirements include 4mm² for tweeter/midrange connections and 8mm² for bass connections to ensure proper signal transmission.
The speaker includes four insulated WBT connectors, allowing for bi-amping or bi-wiring configurations. These are connection options provided by the manufacturer. Focal also describes Focus Time as a retained technology involving mechanical speaker phasing and orientation towards the listener.
Specifications and Finishes
The stated frequency response is 27Hz to 40kHz at ±3dB, with a low-frequency point of 24Hz at −6dB. Sensitivity is 92dB at 2.83V/1m, with a nominal impedance of 6Ω and a minimum of 3Ω. Crossover frequencies are set at 230Hz and 2,800Hz.
Each loudspeaker has a net weight of 85kg and dimensions of 124.7 × 39.3 × 67cm (H × W × D). Focal recommends amplifier power between 50 and 500W. These physical and electrical specifications define the practical installation parameters for the system.
Available finishes include Off White High Gloss, Warm Taupe High Gloss, Black High Gloss, and natural walnut with black or off-white front panels. Focal positions the speaker alongside Naim amplification and streaming electronics, representing a manufacturer system positioning rather than an independent verification.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Tweeter | 27mm PRISM "M"-profile inverted dome tweeter with IAL2™ |
| Midrange | 13cm reinforced "W" Midrange with "M"-profile and TMD suspension |
| Woofer | 27cm "W" woofer with 16cm dual-ferrite motor |
| Sensitivity / Impedance | 92dB (2.83V/1m) / 6Ω nominal, 3Ω minimum |
| Frequency Response | 27Hz – 40kHz (+/-3dB) |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 50 – 500W |
| Weight per Speaker | 85kg (187.4lbs) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 124.7 x 39.3 x 67cm (49 1/8 x 15 1/2 x 26 3/8’') |