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Focal-JMlab Focal XS

Macworld Rating

4.5 out of 5 Mice, Jan 2, 2009

Pros

Attractive, Mac-matching design
Excellent sound quality
Built-in DAC for USB audio
Sync/Audio setting lets you easily switch between iPod-audio and iPod-sync modes
Can listen to multiple audio sources simultaneously

Cons

Basic remote
No visible volume level
No headphone jack
IPod audio considerably louder than USB audio if both are playing at the same time

Price when rated: $599

Macworld's Focal-JMlab Focal XS Coverage

Review: Focal XS Focal's XS is high-performance audio system that works with both iPods and your computer's digital-audio signal. Although it's expensive, you're paying for that flexibility as well as an attractive, iMac-matching design.

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