Reviewers Liked
- Good sounding speakers
- Loud enough for mid-sized room
- Balanced sound in near-field environment
Reviewers Didn't Like
- No remote control
- No support for USB
- Price when rated: $399
Focal / JM Lab Focal XS Book
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Un bel ensemble stéréo, assurément haut de gamme mais dont l'ergonomie n'est pas optimale. Dommage, c'était un candidat sérieux aux cinq étoiles....
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