Focal Astral 16
Astral 16 is a high-end audio-video processor and amplifier offering a unique Home Theatre experience. Equipped with 16 channels, 12 of which are amplified, it has 4 DSPs dedicated entirely to audio (filtering, equalisation, bass management, etc.). Managing all 3D audio flows (Dolby Atmos®, DTS:X™…), and with unlimited channel configuration (bi-amplification, etc.), Astral 16 will truly enhance the connected audio system.
Dedicated iOS application – simple and intuitive control
Unlimited number of settings
System calibration by Dirac Live® (built-in license) – analysis and active correction of the room’s acoustics and the multichannel system
Rack mounting kit supplied – flexible installation
Type | 16 channel audio-video processor and amplifier | |
Main features | Compatible formats | Dolby Atmos® / DTS:X™ / Auro-3D® |
Room Calibration | Powered by Dirac Live® : target curve editable from 20Hz to 20kHz for all channels (including subwoofers), phase correction full bandwidth 20Hz-20kHz on all channels (including subwoofers) | |
“Remote Monitoring” fonction | ||
Multichannel / Surround Processing | Output channels Decoding / upmixing channels Input sampling rate supported Stereo downmix Bass management Multi-subwoofer channels Multi-way crossover 20 Parametric EQ per channel | 16 up to 16 channels up to 192kHz fully flexible Unlimited (6-12-18-24-36-48dB/oct filter slopes) |
HDMI | HDMI inputs HDMI outputs (mirror) Supported video format High Dynamic Range Color Space and Subsampling Deep Color Max resolution supported HDMI | 7: HDMI 2.0 / HDCP 2.2 1: HDMI 2.0 / HDCP 2.2 (with eARC) 2: HDMI 2.0 / HDCP 2.2 Up to 4K UHD HDR10 / HLG 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 12 bpc 4K 60fps 4:4:4 8bpc 3D / 4K / eARC |
Audio Inputs | Digital input Analog stereo inputs | 3 x coaxial, 3 x optical 4 x RCA inputs |
Amplified Audio Outputs | Amplified main outputs | 12 |
Analog main outputs, balanced | 4 x XLR | |
Stereo downmix outputs, balanced | 2 x XLR | |
Technology | Class D | |
Amplified channels | 12 | |
Continuous power output, per channel, à 0.1%THD | 8Ω / 4Ω / 2.7Ω | |
3 channels driven simultaneous, | 200W / 400W / 650W | |
6 channels driven simultaneous, | 200W / 350W / 350W | |
12 channels driven simultaneous | 200W / 300W | |
Continuous power output, per channel, à 1%THD | 8Ω / 4Ω / 2.7Ω | |
3 channels driven simultaneous, | 250W / 500W / 725W | |
6 channels driven simultaneous, | 250W / 500W / 500W | |
12 channels driven simultaneous, | 250W / 300W | |
SNR (P-rated) | 110dB | |
THD (from 1W to P-rated -1dB) | <0,03% | |
Set-Up Management | Configurable multi-theater management Configurable audio zones management Unlimited Theater and audio zones listening presets Backup and restore of set-up Firmware update via USB/network | |
Control Inputs / Outputs | USB type A Ethernet Output trigger control IR remote ports, in/out | 2 4 (out) 1 / 1 |
Control / Custom Installation | Web-based product configurator TCP/IP API based control Focal Remote iPad control application Home automation Front panel display | |
Crestron, Control4, Savant, RTI home automation TFT 4,3″ | ||
Power Supply | Voltage range Type Range selection | 100V to 240V SMPS Universal |
Supplied with | Calibrated measurement microphone and tripod, Dirac Live license, 32.9ft (10m) cable with infra-red captor, mounting kit. | |
Dimensions & weight | Net weight – with stands (kg/lbs) | 20,0 / 44.1 |
Net weight – with accessories for Rack (kg/lbs) | 23,0 / 50.7 | |
Dimensions with stands (h x w x d) (cm/inches) | 19,10 x 47,90 x 49 / 7.52 x 18.86 x 19.29 |