Short answer: the Kali Audio LP-6 for directivity, the Focal Solo6 ST6 for driver quality. The LP-6 measures generally flat on-axis with excellent horizontal and vertical directivity, though a port resonance creates bumps around 900Hz-1kHz. The Solo6 ST6’s beryllium inverted-dome tweeter over a 6.5” ‘W’ composite cone is a low-mass, low-distortion pairing, but its bass alignment Q is on the higher side.
On the Focal Solo6 ST6 side: Beryllium inverted-dome tweeter over a 6.5” ‘W’ composite sandwich-cone woofer - a low-mass, low-distortion driver combination rarely found below far pricier monitors. The catch: Bass alignment Q is on the higher side, which can correlate with a touch of extra bass fullness/looseness versus a more critically-damped alignment.
Buy the Focal Solo6 ST6 if you want one new; the Kali Audio LP-6 is discontinued, so only look for it used.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Focal Solo6 ST6 | Kali Audio LP-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,998 per pair | $298 per pair Discontinued |
| Ranked | #30 of 68 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #32 of 68 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 46.9Hz (measured, spinorama.org) | 43.9Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 38.1Hz (measured, spinorama.org) | 39.1Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points) |
| Maximum SPL | 110dB peak at 1m | - |
| Amplifier Power | 130W total (80W LF + 50W HF); Bi-amped (Class G LF + Class AB HF) | 80W total (40W LF, 40W HF) |
| Drivers | 1” Beryllium inverted-dome tweeter, 6.5” “W” composite sandwich-cone woofer | 6.5” woofer, 1” textile dome tweeter |
| Dimensions | 24.6 x 33.4 x 29.5cm (9.7 x 13.1 x 11.6 in) each, 13kg (28.6 lb) each | 14.1”H x 8.8”W x 10.3”D (358.8 x 222.3 x 260.4 mm) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.32 | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.34 | - |
| Inputs | XLR | XLR, TRS, RCA |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | No | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | Yes |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 40kHz (±3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 47Hz - 21kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 28.7 lbs (13 kg) | 16.1 lbs (7.3 kg) each |
| App | - | No |
| EQ | - | No |
| DSP | - | No |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Focal Solo6 ST6: $2,998 per pair B&H Photo Video eBay
Pros: ASR measured a tight 1.6dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz and a 7.34 ideal-subwoofer score, supporting accurate midrange monitoring. The beryllium tweeter and Focus mode offer a useful professional workflow, with Focus serving as an alternate mix-check presentation. Its beryllium inverted-dome tweeter and 6.5-inch W composite sandwich-cone woofer are a low-mass, low-distortion pairing. Measured bass extension of 46.9Hz (-3dB).
Cons: The measured -3dB point is 46.9Hz, so deep-bass work benefits from a subwoofer. The standard-mode score does not apply to Focus mode. There is no automatic room-calibration system, and premium driver materials alone do not establish superior sound.
Full Focal Solo6 ST6 review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 130W total (80W LF + 50W HF); Bi-amped (Class G LF + Class AB HF) |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 38.1Hz (measured, spinorama.org) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 46.9Hz (measured, spinorama.org) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 24.6 x 33.4 x 29.5cm (9.7 x 13.1 x 11.6 in) each, 13kg (28.6 lb) each |
| Drivers | 1” Beryllium inverted-dome tweeter, 6.5” “W” composite sandwich-cone woofer |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 40kHz (±3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | XLR |
| Maximum SPL | 110dB peak at 1m |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | No |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 5.32 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.34 |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 28.7 lbs (13 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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Kali Audio LP-6: $298 per pair Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the Kali Audio LP-6 V2, ranked higher, rated 4.4/5.
Pros: The original LP-6 measures 43.9Hz at -3dB and scores 6.33 with an ideal subwoofer. Its waveguide and placement controls make it a credible budget studio monitor, with useful bass for ordinary music listening. Measured bass extension of 43.9Hz (-3dB).
Cons: The measured 2.9dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz is less even than the newer LP-6 V2. First-generation amplifier hiss can be distracting at short distances. Do not assume the V2’s noise improvements or measurements apply to this model. A port resonance adds bumps around 900Hz to 1kHz. Discontinued.
Full Kali Audio LP-6 review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 80W total (40W LF, 40W HF) |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 39.1Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 43.9Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| DSP | No |
| Dimensions | 14.1”H x 8.8”W x 10.3”D (358.8 x 222.3 x 260.4 mm) |
| Drivers | 6.5” woofer, 1” textile dome tweeter |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 47Hz - 21kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | XLR, TRS, RCA |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 16.1 lbs (7.3 kg) each |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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