Focal Spark
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At a glance
- Brand
- Focal
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2016
The Focal Spark is a lightweight aluminum IEM with a V-shaped sound signature, featuring emphasized bass and smooth treble. It includes a non-detachable flat cable with a mic and control module, and comes with a fabric carrying case.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Focal Spark is a lightweight aluminum in-ear monitor with a V-shaped sound profile, delivering punchy bass and smooth highs. It features a non-detachable flat cable with an integrated mic and control module, plus a fabric carrying case for portability. While wireless, it offers a modest 8-hour battery life and aptX support for decent audio quality.
What works
- Lightweight aluminum build
- V-shaped sound with punchy bass
- Smooth treble response
- Integrated mic and controls
- aptX support for wireless audio
What doesn't
- No active noise cancellation
- Non-detachable cable
- Short 8-hour battery life
- No app support or EQ customization
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Specifications
| Driver | 9.5 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 9.5 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Sound signature | v-shaped |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 9.5 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 9.5 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Sound signature | v-shaped |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB/mW |
Wireless
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | aptX |
| Multipoint pairing | No |
| Wireless range | 10 m |
Battery
| Battery life | 8 h |
|---|---|
| Wireless charging | No |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| ANC type | none |
| Transparency mode | No |
| Companion app | No |
| Custom EQ | No |
| Wear detection | No |
| Controls | both |
| Voice assistant | No |
Design
| Weight | 14 g |
|---|---|
| USB-C | No |
| Connector | 3.5 mm |
Calls
| Microphones | 1 |
|---|---|
| Call noise reduction | No |
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