(October 10, 2025) Focal has announced the debut of Focal Crafts, a new workshop dedicated to the creation of one-of-a-kind pieces that merge acoustic precision with artisanal design. For its inaugural collection, the French manufacturer has unveiled 13 pairs of Utopia loudspeakers finished in hand-patinated leather, a striking fusion of craftsmanship and sonic mastery available exclusively through Focal Powered by Naim boutiques.
Since its founding in 1979, Focal has earned a reputation for blending science and artistry in sound reproduction. The company’s philosophy has always centered on control of materials and the precision of human touch. With Focal Crafts, that ethos expands into the decorative arts, where design becomes as expressive as the sound itself. The first collection, titled Opus No. 1, celebrates the tactile beauty of leather and the nuanced art of patina, each pair individually finished by artisans in France.
Located beside Focal’s main production facility in Saint Étienne, the Focal Crafts workshop functions as both a creative studio and a testing ground for innovation. Here, designers and engineers collaborate to experiment with noble, transformable materials, exploring new forms and unexpected textures that complement Focal’s high-performance DNA. The result is an intersection of technology and artistry, conceived for listeners who view their loudspeakers not merely as instruments but as sculptural works of sound.
Each Focal Crafts creation embodies the brand’s distinctive approach, an interplay between heritage and modernity, where craftsmanship enhances the emotional and visual experience of music. With only 13 pairs produced, Opus No. 1 stands as a collector’s edition that reflects the evolution of luxury audio design.
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