Posts by angevoi

The Focal XS Book somewhat sounds like a HD600 with my Odac. They present music similar. Both sound neutral, laid-back, with modest full-bodied midrange. The biggest differences are bass, less extended on the little-big desktop...

I've used them only with my Odac. I did not notice quality loss on the 2.1 with jack input while it was conspicuous on the Book. Your points are reasonable but 1) The 2.1 built in DAC is good but maybe you don't need an expensive...

Is an objective statement or your personal preference?   Got it, the XS Book RCA input is much better, jack input is dull even with proper source.

Focal XS 2.1 sounded lifeless and harsh on the first day. It has become to my reference for a fun desktop speaker after a year. The XS Book is more different to 2.1 then i expected.   XS 2.1   Pro: Grand...

I'll compare them side by side tomorrow. i use it with an odac.

i need a smaller system. 2.1 is not transportable and too powerful for me. I like the change anyway.

Alright then, i will tell the difference soon, i am trading my 2.1 to Book on Saturday.

I'm also curious about sonic differences, maybe the Book (used with DAC) is better on low volume?

How do they differ in sound?

I can recommend the XS 2.1, currently my main stereo speaker.   I've heard good things about Aktimate media speakers (Epos), Monsoon planar media speakers and Quad 9La. I consider Focals price acceptable but B&W and...