Focal Twin 6 ST6 Studio Studio Monitor

Twin6 ST6 is Focal’s flagship 2.5-way nearfield monitor, created for engineers who demand absolute transparency, precise imaging and mix decisions that translate. Combining a Beryllium inverted dome tweeter, dual 6.5-inch W-cone woofers and advanced onboard tuning, it delivers a revealing, honest picture of your music for recording, mixing and mastering in a single, reference-grade loudspeaker.

With its innovative Focus Mode, Twin6 ST6 effectively becomes two monitors in one, letting you switch at the tap of a pedal between full-range, high-SPL monitoring and a more limited, single-driver voicing that mimics smaller systems. Add in powerful onboard EQ, flexible high-pass filtering and a heavily braced MDF cabinet, and you have a precision tool that keeps the focus on the music and nothing else.

Uncompromising Transparency

At the heart of Twin6 ST6 are Focal’s W-cone drivers and Beryllium inverted dome tweeter, working together to deliver an exceptionally flat, controlled response. The W diaphragm balances rigidity and lightness so the cones start and stop with incredible speed, resulting in low distortion, excellent phase behaviour and a clear, uncoloured midrange. Critical details in vocals, transients and ambience are laid bare, helping you make confident mix decisions faster.

Focus Mode Monitoring Flexibility

Focus Mode transforms Twin6 ST6 into a full-range, single-channel monitor at the touch of a pedal. This alternate loudspeaker configuration narrows the bandwidth and changes the voicing, allowing you to check how your mix holds up on more modest playback systems without leaving the sweet spot or switching speakers. It is like having a second pair of monitors permanently aligned and ready to go, streamlining your workflow and improving translation.

Powerful Acoustic Control

Twin6 ST6 integrates a variable high-pass crossover and a dedicated 160 Hz parametric filter to help combat console or desk reflections. Adjustable bass, low-mid and treble shelving, along with sensitivity and auto-standby controls, allow you to tailor the speaker precisely to your room and listening position. Whether you are in a compact project space or a treated control room, you can fine-tune the response for a balanced, reliable reference.

Robust, Low-Resonance Cabinet

The ST6 enclosure is built from thick, rigid MDF with extensive internal bracing to minimise vibration and cabinet talk. This meticulous construction reduces unwanted resonances and distortion, so what you hear is the driver output rather than the box. The result is tighter low end, more stable imaging and a cleaner overall presentation that lets you trust every nuance of the stereo field.

• 2.5-Way Dual 6.5-Inch Design - Twin6 ST6 uses two 6.5-inch W-cone woofers in a 2.5-way configuration for powerful, controlled low end and a detailed midrange. This layout offers impressive SPL capability and headroom while maintaining pinpoint imaging and clarity across the stereo field.
• Focus Mode Single-Channel Operation - With Focus Mode engaged, the monitor switches to a full-range, single-channel configuration that emulates smaller speakers. This gives you an instant secondary reference for checking midrange balance, vocal levels and overall mix translation without changing your listening position.
• Advanced Onboard Acoustic Tuning - Variable high-pass filtering, a 160 Hz parametric EQ and adjustable LF, low-mid and HF levels let you adapt Twin6 ST6 to your room. By compensating for boundary effects and console reflections, you can achieve a more accurate, consistent monitoring environment.
• High-Performance Amplification - Dedicated Class G amplification for the mid and low frequencies, paired with a Class AB high-frequency amp, delivers ample power with precision and control. The result is fast transient response, wide dynamic range and a stable stereo image at both low and high listening levels.

Design

• Product Type: 2.5-way active studio monitor
• Cabinet: Thick MDF with internal bracing
• Height: 25 cm / 9.8 in
• Width: 50 cm / 19.7 in
• Depth: 34 cm / 13.4 in
• Weight: 22 kg / 48.5 lb

Acoustics

• Woofers: 2 x 6.5 inch W-cone membrane
• Tweeter: 1 inch Beryllium inverted dome
• Frequency Response (2-way mode, +/- 3 dB): 40 Hz to 40 kHz
• Frequency Response (Focus Mode, 1-way, +/- 3 dB): 110 Hz to 10 kHz
• Maximum SPL (peak @ 1 m): 112 dB

Electronics

• High Frequency Amplifier: 50 W, Class AB
• Midrange and Low Frequency Amplifiers: 2 x 70 W, Class G
• Input: XLR, balanced, 10 kOhms
• Bass Level (> 250 Hz): Adjustable, +/- 3 dB
• Bass/Midrange Level (160 Hz): Adjustable, +/- 3 dB
• Treble Level (< 4.5 kHz): Adjustable, +/- 3 dB
• High-Pass Filter: Full range, 45 Hz, 60 Hz, 90 Hz
• Indicators and Controls: Sensitivity, auto standby, midrange driver selector (right/left), HPF, LF shelf, LMF EQ, HF shelf
• Power On/Off: Rear panel switch
• LED Indicators: Power on, Focus Mode, clipping, fault and standby

Power

• Mains Supply: ~100 to 120 V, T2.5AL/250 V
• Mains Supply: ~220 to 240 V, T1.25AL/250 V