Composite Kevlar® Sandwich Cone
The Focal K2 Power Kevlar® cone, a product of unique expertise Made In France, is to this day second to none. Composed of an ultra-light foam structure sandwiched between a thin layer of Kevlar® aramid fibres, and a layer of glass fibres, the K2Power cone embodies the three key factors of high-performance sound quality characteristics:
- Rigidity
- Lightness
- Damping, for precise and dynamic sound.


High Output + Sound Quality
The new K2 Power TKM tweeter features an exclusive “M”-shaped structure. This new-generation aramid-fiber inverted dome tweeter provides great precision in the very high end, and its combination with a “push-pull” motor with IAL2 technology extends the low end of the frequency response and provides extraordinary harmonic balance.
The new Radial VC cooling system for speaker driver voice coils expels hot air from the voice coil towards the bottom of the magnet through 6 holes. This improves control over the voice coil temperature, limiting the effects of thermal compression and improving reliability. This significantly increases the efficiency of the speaker driver. It also improves dynamics and produces a more powerful sound
Focal ES 165 KX3
3-way Component Kit
When choosing a new speaker kit for your next car stereo upgrade, you have a lot of choices to choose from. Over the internet, we have no way for you to hear the speaker kits, even if it was recorded with the best of the best microphones.
So we put together a simple chart below to help you better understand where the speaker kit performs best and also help guide you on the right path. These ratings are based on a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being the best. These numbers are not made up, but rather our observations of the gear in a properly installed, designed, tuned vehicle matched with our in-house award-winning team’s personal opinion.
Remember, to get the best results you must understand these speaker kits are only a part of the puzzle that is needed, but one of the most important aspects of any great stereo system.
FIRST HAND EXPERIENCE
Focal ES 165 KX3
Demo Vehicle
Headunit/Source | iPad Mini |
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Stereo Streaming | Mosconi AMAS 96k |
Front Speakers | Focal ES 165 KX3 w/ Double Mid-Bass |
Subwoofers | 2 x Focal E 30 KX 12-inch 5 cu.ft. ported enclosure tuned to 29hz |
Digital Sound Processor | Mosconi 6to8 Aerospace |
Front Stage Amplifier | Focal FDP 6.900 |
Subwoofer Amplifiers | 2 x Focal FDP 1.900 |
Products that we use in-store to deliver maximum performance

Impedance (Ohms) | 2-ohm |
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Recommended Power | Up to 150 RMS |
Speaker Type | 2-way Components |
Mounting Depth | 2.53 |
Frame Type | Cast Basket |
Bi-Amp Crossover Capable | Yes |
Grilles Included | Yes |
Warranty | Yes |
In-Line Crossover | Yes |
LED Lights | Yes |
Waterproof/Marine Grade | Yes |
Manuals and Warranty Link | Specification sheet |
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Product Registration Link | Technical sheet |
Specification Sheet Link | Technical sheet |
Two 6.5-inch Mid-Bass Woofers |
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Two 3-inch Mid-Ranges |
Two TKMX 1-inch Tweeters |
Two Passive Crossover Networks |
Two Mid-Bass Grilles |
Two Mid-Range Grilles |
Two Mid-Bass Foam Gaskets |
Two Mid-Range/Tweeter Enclosures |
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Assortment of Mounting Screws |
Multi-Language Owners Manual |
Two Focal Window Stickers |
Two Tweeter Flush Mount Cups |
Two Tweeter Surface Mount Cups |
LET'S COMPARE
These are based on our professional opinion from building high-performance sound quality systems at our retail store located in Nashville, TN.

Focal ES 165 KX3
3-way Component Kit
Overall Sound Quality | 9.2 out of 10 |
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Tonal Balance | 8.5 out of 10 |
Power Handling | 8.7 out of 10 |
Warmth | 6.0 out of 10 |
Transparency | 9.0 out of 10 |
Articulation | 9.1 out of 10 |

Focal Utopia M 3-Way Kit
Overall Sound Quality | 9.2 out of 10 |
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Tonal Balance | 8.5 out of 10 |
Power Handling | 8.7 out of 10 |
Warmth | 6.0 out of 10 |
Transparency | 9.0 out of 10 |
Articulation | 9.1 out of 10 |

Focal Flax Series 3-Way Kit
Overall Sound Quality | 9.2 out of 10 |
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Tonal Balance | 8.5 out of 10 |
Power Handling | 8.7 out of 10 |
Warmth | 6.0 out of 10 |
Transparency | 9.0 out of 10 |
Articulation | 9.1 out of 10 |

Focal Access Series 3-Way Kit
Overall Sound Quality | 9.2 out of 10 |
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Tonal Balance | 8.5 out of 10 |
Power Handling | 8.7 out of 10 |
Warmth | 6.0 out of 10 |
Transparency | 9.0 out of 10 |
Articulation | 9.1 out of 10 |

Arc Audio RS Series 3-Way Kit
Overall Sound Quality | 9.2 out of 10 |
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Tonal Balance | 8.5 out of 10 |
Power Handling | 8.7 out of 10 |
Warmth | 6.0 out of 10 |
Transparency | 9.0 out of 10 |
Articulation | 9.1 out of 10 |
The Perfect Amplifier + DSP Configuration for your new Focal ES 165 KX3 Component Kit
Add the matched Focal E 25 KX
10-inch Subwoofer to your new
3-way component kit
Level 4 Complete Package
Focal ES 165 KX3 Component Kit |
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Two Mosconi Pro 5|30 5-channel Amplifiers |
Two Focal E 25 KX 10-inch Subwoofers |
Mosconi 6to8 Aerospace DSP Processor w/Base Tune |
Mosconi 96k AMAS Bluetooth Streamer |
Stinger 9000 Series Signal RCA Cables |
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Focal ES 165 KX3 3-way Component Kit