CMS 65 vs Tannoy Gold 8
The Gold 8's sensitivity is 110 dB against the CMS 65's 108 dB, its low-frequency extension 54 Hz against 45 Hz, and its woofer 8" against 6.5". Both share impedance (8Ω).
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The Focal CMS 65 is part of the CMS series, known for its superior sound quality and affordability. It is ideal for modern project studios due to its nearfield design, which ensures accurate sound reproduction in confined spaces. The monitor includes balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs, allowing versatile connectivity with audio interfaces and mixing consoles. It also features adjustable LF and HF shelving filters, a high-pass filter, and a notch filter to address room acoustics issues.
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The Gold 8's sensitivity is 110 dB against the CMS 65's 108 dB, its low-frequency extension 54 Hz against 45 Hz, and its woofer 8" against 6.5". Both share impedance (8Ω).
The Gold 7's sensitivity is 110 dB against the CMS 65's 108 dB and its low-frequency extension 65 Hz against 45 Hz. Both share impedance (8Ω) and woofer (6.5").
The 8030A's impedance is 4Ω against the CMS 65's 8Ω, its low-frequency extension 58 Hz against 45 Hz, and its woofer 5" against 6.5". Both share sensitivity (108 dB).
The Gold 5's sensitivity is 107 dB against the CMS 65's 108 dB, its woofer 5" against 6.5", and its low-frequency extension 70 Hz against 45 Hz. Both share impedance (8Ω).
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