Key Features at a Glance
- Magnesium dome drivers for enhanced lightness, rigidity, and damping
- Honeycomb 'M'-shaped grille for a wider soundstage and precise high-frequency reproduction
- Elegant Chestnut and Mixed-Metal finish with premium materials like leather, aluminum, and microfibre
- Perforated microfibre earpads for improved comfort and openness
- Low impedance (55 Ohms) for excellent performance with portable players
- Full-range drivers providing dynamic sound with exceptional detail and precision
Clear Mg: A New Era of High-End Open-Back Headphones
The Clear Mg headphones combine advanced innovation with exceptional style, comfort, and performance. Designed and manufactured in France, these high-fidelity headphones feature upgraded magnesium dome drivers, the result of over three years of research and development. This new driver design, paired with the iconic 'M'-shaped dome, offers improved lightness, rigidity, and damping—essential factors for high-quality sound reproduction.
Made in France, the new headphones boast upgraded performance thanks to new magnesium dome drivers. After more than three years of research and development, our engineers chose this new alloy which - combined with the dome's 'M' shape - gives the headphones even greater lightness, rigidity and damping: the three success factors for any speaker/headphone driver.
The light and flexible surround also provides better dynamics and greater bass impact. The sound reproduction is even finer, with even greater precision and impact, creating a strikingly realistic sound.
Enhanced Sound and Design
The lightweight and flexible surround enhances dynamics and bass impact, creating a more immersive listening experience. The honeycomb 'M'-shaped grille design closely follows the driver’s curves, offering a more open structure that contributes to an expansive soundstage. The reduced space between the driver and grille results in more precise high-frequency reproduction, enhancing the overall clarity of the sound.
honeycomb 'M'-shaped design
The new grille has a honeycomb 'M'-shaped design that more closely follows the curves of the driver. The more open design allows for a wider soundstage, while the reduced space between the driver and grille enables even more precise high-frequency reproduction.
Fine Materials meets Elegant Craftsmanship
Clear Mg headphones stand out first and foremost for their look. With their Chestnut and Mixed-Metal finish and their fine materials (leather, aluminium, microfibre), the headphones are extremely elegant. The new honeycomb grille on the earcups is a design highlight: not only does it increase the perceived value of the headphones; the more open structure contributes to the upgraded sonic performance. Finally, their perforated microfibre earpads offer enhanced opening and comfort.
Acoustic Overview
Acoustics are also exceptional: the full-range drivers with 'M'-shaped magnesium dome provide even more dynamic sound rendering, particularly in the low frequencies, and more detail across the full spectrum. Meanwhile, we have preserved the neutral sound signature that was so popular in the Clear.
In The Box
- Focal Clear Mg
- 1 x 3.9ft (1.2m) mini-jack cable with 6.35mm (1/4") jack adapter
- 1 x 9.8ft (3m) 4-pin XLR cable
- 1 x jack adapter (3.5mm to 6.35mm)
- Carrying case (250x240x120mm)
SPECIFICATIONS
| Type | Circum-aural open-back headphones |
| Impedance | 55 Ohms |
| Sensitivity | 104dB SPL / 1 mW @ 1 kHz |
| THD | 0.25 % @ 1 kHz / 100 dB SPL |
| Frequency response | 5Hz – 28kHz |
| Speaker driver | 15/8" (40mm) ‘M’-shaped magnesium dome |
| Weight | 0.99lb (450g) |
| Cables supplied |
• 1 x 3.9ft (1.2m) mini-jack cable with 1/4" (6.35mm) jack adapter |
| Carrying case provided | 97/8x91/2x43/4" (250x240x120mm) |
The Focal Clear MG is exactly the open-back you might be looking for if you’re looking to upgrade from the original Clear. There’s definitely a reason to analyze both sound signatures together, but for now, I can tell you that the Clear MG has some of the best depth in Focal’s library, with some exciting bass and warm textures. The treble might be a bit of a climb, but it still has the consistency of detail you’d expect.
The Focal Clear Mg are very good for neutral sound. They have a smooth and warm sound profile with a flat mid-range, well suited for accurately reproducing vocals and lead instruments. However, they lack a bit of low-bass, and their underemphasized treble range veils and darkens sibilants.
I’m a big fan of Focal’s headphones, and the Clear Mg is certainly no exception. Its name perfectly represents its sound: clear, clean, and open with a wide sound stage and neutral, precise tonal balance. It’s also supremely comfortable. No wonder recording engineers love it!
FAQ
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What makes the Clear Mg headphones unique?
The Clear Mg headphones feature newly developed magnesium dome drivers, which provide enhanced lightness, rigidity, and damping for superior sound quality. They also include a honeycomb 'M'-shaped grille for a wider soundstage and precise high-frequency reproduction. -
What is the frequency response of Clear Mg?
The Clear Mg headphones offer an extended frequency response range of 5Hz to 28kHz, ensuring exceptional clarity and detail across all frequencies. -
Are the Clear Mg headphones comfortable for long listening sessions?
Yes, Clear Mg headphones are designed with perforated microfiber earpads and a lightweight construction (450g), ensuring comfort and breathability during extended listening. -
What materials are used in the construction of Clear Mg?
The headphones feature high-end materials such as leather, aluminum, and microfiber. Their elegant Chestnut and Mixed-Metal finish adds a premium, stylish touch to their design. -
Can the Clear Mg be used with portable audio players?
Yes, with an impedance of 55 Ohms, the Clear Mg headphones are optimized for excellent performance with portable players and audiophile equipment alike. -
What cables are included with the Clear Mg headphones?
The package includes two high-quality cables: a 3.9ft (1.2m) mini-jack cable with a 1/4" (6.35mm) adapter and a 9.8ft (3m) 4-pin XLR cable. A 3.5mm to 6.35mm jack adapter is also included. -
What is the sound signature of Clear Mg?
The Clear Mg delivers a dynamic and precise sound with a neutral signature, providing detailed bass, midrange, and high frequencies. The honeycomb grille and magnesium dome drivers contribute to an expansive soundstage and immersive listening experience. -
What is the weight of the Clear Mg headphones?
The Clear Mg headphones weigh 0.99lb (450g), making them lightweight and comfortable for prolonged use. -
Is there a carrying case included with the Clear Mg?
Yes, the Clear Mg comes with a stylish carrying case to protect the headphones when not in use, perfect for both storage and travel.
About Focal
Since 1979, Focal has been designing and developing all its products and audio systems in its Saint-Etienne workshops. Hi-fi speakers for the home, home cinema systems, speakers for cars and yachts, professional monitors, outdoor speakers: Focal is recognized worldwide for its acoustic expertise, exclusive technologies and constant innovation.
