Focal Dimension

AN IMPRESSIVE-SOUNDING SOUNDBAR WITH A FEW SETUP FAUX-PAS. $2,100 | www.focal.com

SOUNDBARS HAVE THEIR limitations, and the Focal Dimension is no different. It’s one of the best sounding soundbars I’ve heard but won’t replicate the immersion of a high-end stereo or multi-speaker setup. But for those with limited space, the Dimension soundbar and subwoofer are a great choice. Just plan to set aside an hour or two to hook up and dial in the system.

The biggest drawback of the Focal Dimension system is its design. While pretty to look at, the shape of the Dimension soundbar and subwoofer means you need to plan how the system will fit into your home theater.

At $2,100 it’s not exactly cheap, but you’re paying for excellent build quality, sound and design.

CRITICAL SPECS

Power: 450W | Speakers: 5 | Dimensions: 1,155 x 115 x 115mm | Weight: 5.5kg | Inputs: 1 x HDMI, 1 x digital optical, 1 x 3.5mm | Outputs: N/A | Wireless: Bluetooth aptX (via dongle) | Subwoofer included?: No | Special features: designed for big rooms