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Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #84 of 168 in Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers - Sonus Faber Lumina I: $1,200.00 per pair ListenUp $1,200.00 eBay
Same family: the Sonus Faber Lumina II (larger bookshelf, rated 3.4/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator (larger bookshelf, rated 3/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina III (smallest floorstanding, estimated 3.5/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina V (floorstanding, estimated 3.6/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina V Amator (largest floorstanding, estimated 3.5/5) and the Sonus Faber Lumina Center I (center, estimated 3.5/5).
Pros: Handcrafted Italian cabinet with multilayer real-wood front baffle and leather-wrapped enclosure. Front stealth reflex port built into the plinth allows placement close to back walls or on bookshelves without port obstruction.
Cons: Low sensitivity of 84dB demands substantial amplifier power to reach moderate volumes. Limited low-end extension (65Hz) and modest dynamic headroom restrict use to smaller rooms.
Full Sonus Faber Lumina I review and specifications →
| Released | Sep 2020 (6 years ago) |
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| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 65Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Crossover Frequency | 2000Hz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 11”H x 5.8”W x 8.4”D (280 x 148 x 213 mm) |
| Drivers | 29mm (1.1”) DAD silk dome tweeter, 120mm (4.7”) cellulose pulp mid-woofer |
| Frequency Response | 65Hz - 24kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal |
| Sensitivity | 84dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 9.7 lbs (4.4 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, stealth reflex in plinth |
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Ranked #109 of 168 in Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers - Sonus Faber Sonetto I G2: $2,500.00 per pair Audio Advice $2,500.00 eBay
Same family: the Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 (larger bookshelf, rated 3.1/5), the Sonus Faber Sonetto III G2 (smaller floorstanding, estimated 3.2/5), the Sonus Faber Sonetto V G2 (larger floorstanding, estimated 3.3/5) and the Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 (center, estimated 3/5). See every Sonus Faber Sonetto generation.
Pros: The smallest standmount in the Sonetto G2 range, with the same 1.1” DAD Arrow Point tweeter as the measured Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 above a 5” natural fiber midwoofer, crossed over at 2.1kHz. The front-facing port lets it sit nearer a wall, and the lute-shaped wood cabinet with leather top and concrete base is finished to a high standard.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared directly with measured speakers; the rating is estimated from the measured Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2, which showed an uneven listening window (a 4.25 Spinorama preference score). Sensitivity is 86dB into a 4 ohm load and bass is rated only to 52Hz, so pair it with a subwoofer and a solid amplifier.
Full Sonus Faber Sonetto I G2 review and specifications →
| Released | Jul 2024 (2 years ago) |
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| Crossover Frequency | 2.1kHz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 14.8”H x 7.9”W x 12”D (377 x 200 x 304 mm) |
| Drivers | 1.1” (28mm) DAD Arrow Point tweeter, 5” midwoofer |
| Frequency Response | 52Hz - 40kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 86dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 18.5 lbs (8.4 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, front |
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Large Size Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #153 of 216 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers - Sonus Faber Lumina II: $1,600 per pair Crutchfield $1,600 eBay
Same family: the Sonus Faber Lumina I (smaller bookshelf, estimated 3.3/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator (larger bookshelf, ranked lower, rated 3/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina III (smallest floorstanding, estimated 3.5/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina V (floorstanding, estimated 3.6/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina V Amator (largest floorstanding, estimated 3.5/5) and the Sonus Faber Lumina Center I (center, estimated 3.5/5).
Pros: Handmade in Italy with a gloss-finished front baffle and black leather-wrapped cabinet: genuinely nice-looking speaker with real brand cachet. Bass extension is competitive for the size, reaching about 50 Hz in-room with mild compression and good distortion figures, so higher output levels and greater listening distances aren’t a problem down to that point. About 20 dB of dynamic range at typical listening levels (73 dB at 4m), which comfortably covers most music without the tonal balance shifting as instruments and vocals peak. Off-axis behavior is consistent: toeing the speakers 20-30 degrees out doesn’t meaningfully change the in-room high-frequency character, so placement flexibility is good once you’ve dialed in the tonal balance. Measured bass extension of 60Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 86dB.
Cons: Not a neutral speaker: has a persistent high-frequency boost/lift that makes it sound forward and bright, present whether pointed directly at the listener or toed out. A slightly nasal quality traced to a resonance around 1 kHz that EQ can address. The reviewer needed to trim treble by about 4 dB on his preamp to get the tonal balance he wanted, meaning most listeners will want equalization available to fully enjoy this speaker. At roughly the same $1,000ish price point, alternatives like the Ascend Acoustics Sierra 1 v2 measure more linear (with a tradeoff in distortion and crossover-region directivity), and the Dynaudio Emit 20 offers deeper bass extension and lower compression at the cost of a more deliberately colored tonal signature.
Full Sonus Faber Lumina II review and specifications →
| Released | Jun 2021 (5 years ago) |
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| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 41Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 60Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Crossover Frequency | 1800Hz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 12” x 7.1” x 10.4” (304 x 180 x 263 mm) |
| Drivers | 29mm DAD dome tweeter, 150mm paper cone mid-woofer |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 24kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal, 4.1 ohms minimum (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Recommended Power | 30W - 150W |
| Sensitivity | 86dB (measured average, Erin’s Audio Corner; matches manufacturer spec) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.81 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.10 |
| Weight | 12.5 lbs (5.65 kg) each |
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- Sonus Faber Lumina II vs Polk Monitor XT20
- Sonus Faber Lumina II vs XTZ Spirit 4
- Sonus Faber Lumina II vs KEF Q3 Meta
- Sonus Faber Lumina II vs Polk Reserve R100
- Sonus Faber Lumina II vs Focal Aria 906
- Sonus Faber Lumina II vs Revel Performa M22
- Sonus Faber Lumina II vs SVS Prime Bookshelf
- Sonus Faber Lumina II vs ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2
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Ranked #178 of 216 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers - Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2: $3500 per pair Crutchfield $3500 eBay
Older model: the Sonus Faber Sonetto II (ranked lower, rated 3/5). See every Sonus Faber Sonetto generation.
Same family: the Sonus Faber Sonetto I G2 (smaller bookshelf, estimated 3/5), the Sonus Faber Sonetto III G2 (smaller floorstanding, estimated 3.2/5), the Sonus Faber Sonetto V G2 (larger floorstanding, estimated 3.3/5) and the Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 (center, estimated 3/5).
Pros: Two-way design with a 1.125” damped Apex Dome silk tweeter and 6.5” cone woofer, using a base of concrete, aluminum, and steel with under-cabinet venting. Notably more neutral than the Sonus Faber Lumina II, which runs 2-5dB hotter in the treble. Horizontal directivity narrows at a fairly constant, well-behaved rate rather than narrowing-then-widening-then-narrowing like some rivals (including the Sonus Faber Lumina II), meaning sidewall reflections match the direct sound well enough that the reviewer doesn’t recommend sidewall absorption for this speaker. The tweeter-to-woofer crossover handoff around 3kHz looks clean, suggesting a higher-order crossover than typical for the size/price class. Good dynamic range: the low end loses only about 2dB from 76dB to 96dB, otherwise holding up well. Not a difficult amplifier load (about 4.2 ohms minimum impedance). Bass extension reaches a genuine 50Hz in-room, fuller than the Sonus Faber Lumina II. Measured bass extension of 62Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 87dB.
Cons: Sounds notably bright pointed directly on-axis; toeing the speaker out about 30° reduces treble energy and sibilance meaningfully. A resonance around 700Hz gives vocals a slightly nasal, hollow quality. A dip in the upper midrange (roughly 1-2kHz) reduces perceived detail and attack, while the elevated treble can read as “analytical” or “detailed” to some listeners despite being a coloration rather than true resolution. Needs more clearance from the rear wall than some rivals (about 1.5-2 feet in an ideal room, more or less depending on your specific room modes) or the 80-120Hz region can become boomy. Vertical listening window is limited to about ±10-15° from the tweeter axis. Some unexplained directivity irregularities appear around 1.2kHz and 1.6kHz, possibly port-related, along with a longer decay in the 800Hz-1600Hz range in burst-decay measurements. Multitone distortion approaches the reviewer’s 3% threshold through the midrange, though likely not obviously audible without direct A/B comparison. A resonance in the cabinet appears around 400Hz in impedance measurements.
Full Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 review and specifications →
| Released | Jan 2025 (1 year ago) |
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| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 38Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 62Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 16.3”H x 8.9”W x 14”D (414.3 x 227.0 x 355.6 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 6.5” mid-woofer (paper cone), 1x 1.1” (28mm) DAD soft dome tweeter |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal (4.2 ohms minimum, measured by Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Sensitivity | 87dB (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.25 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.54 |
| Weight | 38.4 lbs (17.4 kg) |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, front |
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- Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 vs Audio Craftsmen Victoria
- Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 vs Emotiva Airmotiv B2+
- Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 vs JBL XPL-90
- Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 vs Pylon Jasper Monitor 18
- Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 vs KEF Q350
- Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 vs Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator
- Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 vs Polk R200
- Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 vs Sonus Faber Sonetto II
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Ranked #183 of 216 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers - Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator: $2000 per pair Crutchfield $2000 eBay
Same family: the Sonus Faber Lumina I (smaller bookshelf, estimated 3.3/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina II (smaller bookshelf, ranked higher, rated 3.4/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina III (smallest floorstanding, estimated 3.5/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina V (floorstanding, estimated 3.6/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina V Amator (largest floorstanding, estimated 3.5/5) and the Sonus Faber Lumina Center I (center, estimated 3.5/5).
Pros: Solid bass extension for a bookshelf (F3 63Hz, F10 43Hz), reaching about 50Hz in-room. Decent sensitivity and wide, consistent horizontal dispersion (~60-70 degrees): better directivity than expected for a two-way design. Gorgeous, luxury-grade cabinet design. Measured bass extension of 63Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 86.9dB.
Cons: Very bright treble, running 3-6dB above the midrange depending on measurement angle: independently corroborated by other owners online, not just one reviewer’s opinion. Causes audible sibilance and a forward, grainy character. Notably the brightest of three Sonus Faber models Erin’s Audio Corner has tested, even brighter than the brand’s own Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2. A mechanical resonance/ringing artifact shows up around 1kHz in measurements. Needs a subwoofer for anything below about 50Hz.
Full Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator review and specifications →
| Released | Feb 2024 (2 years ago) |
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| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 43Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 63Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Country | Italy (Vicenza) |
| Crossover Frequency | 2600Hz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 12” x 7.1” x 10.4” (304 x 180 x 263 mm) |
| Drivers | 1.14” DAD (Damped Apex Dome) tweeter, 5.9” paper cone woofer |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 24kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal, 3.9 ohms minimum (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Recommended Power | 30W - 150W |
| Sensitivity | 86.9dB (2.83V/1m, measured by Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Weight | 12.8 lbs (5.8 kg) |
| Woofer Cabinet | Bass reflex, ported |
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- Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator vs KEF Q350
- Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator vs Pylon Jasper Monitor 18
- Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator vs Emotiva Airmotiv B2+
- Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator vs Klipsch RP-600M
- Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator vs Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2
- Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator vs JBL XPL-90
- Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator vs Wharfedale Diamond 9.1
- Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator vs Triangle Borea BR03
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Large Size Floorstanding Speakers
Ranked #173 of 226 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers - Sonus Faber Lumina V: $4,000.00 per pair ListenUp $4,000.00 eBay
Same family: the Sonus Faber Lumina I (smallest bookshelf, estimated 3.3/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina II (bookshelf, rated 3.4/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator (largest bookshelf, rated 3/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina III (smaller floorstanding, ranked lower, estimated 3.5/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina V Amator (larger floorstanding, ranked lower, estimated 3.5/5) and the Sonus Faber Lumina Center I (center, estimated 3.5/5).
Pros: Flagship Lumina floorstander featuring dual 6.5-inch woofers and an internal lute-shaped midrange enclosure for enhanced bass impact and lower distortion. Rich, warm presentation well suited for acoustic and vocal genres.
Cons: Nominal 4-ohm impedance with reactive bass impedance dips requires a sturdy high-current power amplifier. Voicing prioritizes warmth and rich timbre over strict monitor linearity.
Full Sonus Faber Lumina V review and specifications →
| Released | Oct 2021 (5 years ago) |
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| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 38Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Crossover Frequency | 260Hz, 2600Hz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 41.3”H x 11”W x 14.7”D (1049 x 280 x 373 mm) |
| Drivers | 29mm (1.1”) DAD silk dome tweeter, 150mm (5.9”) cellulose pulp midrange, 2 x 165mm (6.5”) cellulose pulp woofers |
| Frequency Response | 38Hz - 24kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal |
| Sensitivity | 89dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 49.6 lbs (22.5 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, down-firing reflex port |
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Ranked #182 of 226 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers - Sonus Faber Lumina III: $3,000.00 per pair Audio Advice $3,000.00 eBay
Same family: the Sonus Faber Lumina I (smallest bookshelf, estimated 3.3/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina II (bookshelf, rated 3.4/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator (largest bookshelf, rated 3/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina V (larger floorstanding, ranked higher, estimated 3.6/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina V Amator (larger floorstanding, ranked lower, estimated 3.5/5) and the Sonus Faber Lumina Center I (center, estimated 3.5/5).
Pros: Slim 3-way floorstanding tower with dedicated 4.7-inch midrange and dual 4.7-inch bass drivers extending reach to 40Hz. Sensitivity improves to 89dB, making it considerably easier to drive than the standmount Lumina models.
Cons: Small 4.7-inch bass drivers limit maximum deep-bass slam and high-SPL output compared to larger-woofer floorstanders. 4-ohm nominal impedance requires an amplifier comfortable with lower loads.
Full Sonus Faber Lumina III review and specifications →
| Released | Nov 2020 (5 years ago) |
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| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 40Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Crossover Frequency | 350Hz, 3500Hz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 38.9”H x 9”W x 10.9”D (989 x 228 x 278 mm) |
| Drivers | 29mm (1.1”) DAD silk dome tweeter, 120mm (4.7”) cellulose pulp midrange, 2 x 120mm (4.7”) cellulose pulp woofers |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz - 24kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal |
| Sensitivity | 89dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 35.1 lbs (15.9 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, down-firing reflex port |
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Ranked #185 of 226 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers - Sonus Faber Lumina V Amator: $4500 per pair World Wide Stereo $4500 eBay
Same family: the Sonus Faber Lumina I (smallest bookshelf, estimated 3.3/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina II (bookshelf, rated 3.4/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator (largest bookshelf, rated 3/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina III (smaller floorstanding, ranked higher, estimated 3.5/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina V (smaller floorstanding, ranked higher, estimated 3.6/5) and the Sonus Faber Lumina Center I (center, estimated 3.5/5).
Pros: The Amator version of the Sonus Faber Lumina V with a revised crossover and wood veneer front, a 29mm DAD tweeter, 150mm midrange and two 165mm woofers, rated from 38Hz at 89dB.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared with ranked speakers. Its measured sibling the Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator placed below the standard Lumina range.
Full Sonus Faber Lumina V Amator review and specifications →
| Released | Feb 2024 (2 years ago) |
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| Amplifier Power | 50-300W recommended |
| Dimensions | 41.3”H x 11”W x 14.7”D (1049 x 280 x 373 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 29mm DAD soft dome tweeter, 1x 150mm paper-cone midrange, 2x 165mm woofers |
| Enclosure | Vented |
| Frequency Response | 38Hz - 24kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 89dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 49.6 lbs (22.5 kg) |
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Ranked #197 of 226 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers - Sonus Faber Sonetto V G2: $7,000.00 per pair Audio Advice $7,000.00 eBay
Same family: the Sonus Faber Sonetto I G2 (smaller bookshelf, estimated 3/5), the Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 (larger bookshelf, rated 3.1/5), the Sonus Faber Sonetto III G2 (smaller floorstanding, ranked lower, estimated 3.2/5) and the Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 (center, estimated 3/5). See every Sonus Faber Sonetto generation.
Pros: A full 3-way Sonetto G2 tower: the 1.1” DAD Arrow Point tweeter, a 6.5” Camelia midrange in its own cork enclosure, and two 6.5” pulp cone woofers (crossovers at 280Hz and 2.5kHz). The dedicated midrange improves on the 2-way models’ vocal clarity, and bass reaches 35Hz (-3dB) with 89dB sensitivity.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared directly with measured speakers; the rating is estimated from the measured Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2, which showed an uneven listening window (a 4.25 Spinorama preference score). It is a 4 ohm load and weighs 33.4kg each.
Full Sonus Faber Sonetto V G2 review and specifications →
| Released | Aug 2024 (2 years ago) |
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| Crossover Frequency | 280Hz, 2.5kHz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 42.6”H x 12.1”W x 20.9”D (1081 x 308 x 530 mm) |
| Drivers | 1.1” (28mm) DAD Arrow Point tweeter, 6.5” (165mm) Camelia midrange, 2 x 6.5” (165mm) pulp cone woofers |
| Frequency Response | 35Hz - 40kHz -3dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 89dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 73.6 lbs (33.4 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported |
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Ranked #201 of 226 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers - Sonus Faber Sonetto III G2: $5,000.00 per pair Audio Advice $5,000.00 eBay
Same family: the Sonus Faber Sonetto I G2 (smaller bookshelf, estimated 3/5), the Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 (larger bookshelf, rated 3.1/5), the Sonus Faber Sonetto V G2 (larger floorstanding, ranked higher, estimated 3.3/5) and the Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 (center, estimated 3/5). See every Sonus Faber Sonetto generation.
Pros: The slimmest Sonetto G2 tower, a 2.5-way with the range’s 1.1” DAD Arrow Point tweeter, a 6.5” midwoofer and a 6.5” woofer that adds output only in the bass, which is rated to 38Hz. Sensitivity is 88dB, and the concrete base improves stability.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared directly with measured speakers; the rating is estimated from the measured Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2, which showed an uneven listening window (a 4.25 Spinorama preference score). The 4 ohm load needs an amplifier comfortable with low impedances.
Full Sonus Faber Sonetto III G2 review and specifications →
| Released | Aug 2024 (2 years ago) |
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| Crossover Frequency | 2.7kHz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 42”H x 11.3”W x 13.8”D (1068 x 287 x 350 mm) |
| Drivers | 1.1” (28mm) DAD Arrow Point tweeter, 6.5” midwoofer, 6.5” woofer |
| Frequency Response | 38Hz - 40kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 88dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 56.9 lbs (25.8 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, rear and down-firing |
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- Sonus Faber Sonetto III G2 vs Atlantic Technology 8600iLR
- Sonus Faber Sonetto III G2 vs Sonus Faber Sonetto V G2
- Sonus Faber Sonetto III G2 vs Sonus Faber Lumina V Amator
- Sonus Faber Sonetto III G2 vs Sonus Faber Sonetto I G2
- Sonus Faber Sonetto III G2 vs Sonus Faber Sonetto II
- Sonus Faber Sonetto III G2 vs Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2
Center Channel Speakers
Ranked #84 of 132 in Center Channel Speakers - Sonus Faber Lumina Center I: $1,000.00 Crutchfield $1,000.00 eBay
Same family: the Sonus Faber Lumina I (smallest bookshelf, estimated 3.3/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina II (bookshelf, rated 3.4/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina II Amator (largest bookshelf, rated 3/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina III (smallest floorstanding, estimated 3.5/5), the Sonus Faber Lumina V (floorstanding, estimated 3.6/5) and the Sonus Faber Lumina V Amator (largest floorstanding, estimated 3.5/5).
Pros: Iconic DAD (Damped Apex Dome) 1.1-inch tweeter and dual 4.75-inch natural cellulose pulp woofers with front reflex port. Delivers warm, articulate vocal clarity and luxury handcrafted Italian cabinet aesthetics.
Cons: 4-ohm nominal impedance requires adequate amplifier drive. 2-way horizontal driver arrangement causes off-axis crossover cancellation. Rating estimated based on Lumina series measurements.
Full Sonus Faber Lumina Center I review and specifications →
| Released | Sep 2020 (6 years ago) |
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| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 6.6”H x 20.6”W x 8.3”D (168 x 523 x 212 mm) |
| Drivers | 1.1” (29mm) DAD tweeter, 2 x 4.75” (120mm) cellulose pulp woofers |
| Frequency Response | 65Hz - 24kHz |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal |
| Sensitivity | 87dB (2.83V/1m) |
| Weight | 16.8 lbs (7.6 kg) |
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Ranked #118 of 132 in Center Channel Speakers - Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2: $3,000.00 each Audio Advice $3,000.00 eBay
Same family: the Sonus Faber Sonetto I G2 (smaller bookshelf, estimated 3/5), the Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2 (larger bookshelf, rated 3.1/5), the Sonus Faber Sonetto III G2 (smaller floorstanding, estimated 3.2/5) and the Sonus Faber Sonetto V G2 (larger floorstanding, estimated 3.3/5). See every Sonus Faber Sonetto generation.
Pros: A 3-way center for the Sonetto G2 range: the 1.1” DAD Arrow Point tweeter and a 4” Camelia midrange in a sealed chamber, flanked by two 6.5” woofers (crossovers at 350Hz and 4kHz). Putting the midrange and tweeter in the middle keeps dialogue consistent for listeners off to the sides, and bass reaches 45Hz.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared directly with measured speakers; the rating is estimated from the measured Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2, which showed an uneven listening window (a 4.25 Spinorama preference score). It is a 4 ohm load, 648mm wide and 17.6kg.
Full Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 review and specifications →
| Released | Jul 2024 (2 years ago) |
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| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 45Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Crossover Frequency | 350Hz, 4kHz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 9.3”H x 25.5”W x 13.9”D (235 x 648 x 353 mm) |
| Drivers | 1.1” (28mm) DAD Arrow Point tweeter, 4” Camelia midrange, 2 x 6.5” woofers |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz - 40kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 88dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 38.8 lbs (17.6 kg) |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported |
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Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs)
Ranked #143 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) - Sonus Faber Gravis VI: $7,978.80 eBay
Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 86.0 dB at 20 Hz and 106.3 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 2x 12” (305mm) driver delivers substantial upper-bass output for movie effects and music.
Cons: Deep-bass output is more limited than the strong 40-80 Hz result suggests, so it is not the right choice when the lowest movie effects are the priority. The 614.7H x 447.0W x 584.2D mm cabinet and 52.0 kg mass still require deliberate placement and calibration.
Full Sonus Faber Gravis VI review and specifications →
| Released | 2018 (8 years ago) |
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| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 106.3 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) |
| Cabinet Color | black, wood |
| Country | Italy |
| Dimensions | 24.2”H x 17.6”W x 23”D (614.7 x 447.0 x 584.2 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 12” (305mm) driver |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| Measurement Source | Dennis Burger |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 86.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 99.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 101.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 104.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 107.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 108.0 dB |
| Weight | 114.6 lbs (52.0 kg) |
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- Independently measured by Dennis Burger; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
Discontinued Sonus Faber Models
Still ranked, and often still worth buying used, but no longer in production. Check availability before planning around one of these.
Large Size Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #184 of 216 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers - Sonus Faber Sonetto II: $2,500 per pair Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2, ranked higher, rated 3.1/5, released Jan 2025. See every Sonus Faber Sonetto generation.
Pros: A two-way stand-mount with a 6.5” paper pulp woofer, a 29mm silk dome tweeter and a downward-firing port in Sonus Faber’s curved wood cabinet. Measurements show good bass for its size, 58Hz (-3dB) and about 37Hz (-10dB). Measured bass extension of 58Hz (-3dB).
Cons: The response is uneven (0.53 on-axis deviation), for a preference score of 3.97 that reaches 5.92 with an ideal subwoofer. That data is low quality, from a reviewer’s home measurement. The load is 4 ohms. Sonus Faber replaced it with the Sonus Faber Sonetto II G2. Discontinued.
Full Sonus Faber Sonetto II review and specifications →
| Released | 2019 (7 years ago) |
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| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 37.3Hz (measured, third-party data via spinorama.org) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 58Hz (measured, third-party data via spinorama.org) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 16.3”H x 8.9”W x 13.2”D (414 x 227 x 335 mm) |
| Drivers | 6.5” (165mm) paper pulp woofer, 29mm silk dome tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 42Hz-40kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 87dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.97 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 5.92 |
| Weight | 22.9 lbs (10.4 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, downward-firing |
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Center Channel Speakers
Ranked #51 of 132 in Center Channel Speakers - Sonus Faber Piccolo Solo: $585 each Discontinued eBay
Pros: A compact two-way center channel in Sonus Faber’s curved wood cabinet, made to match the Concerto line. Measurements show a preference score of 4.17 that reaches 6.96 with an ideal subwoofer, with 0.42 listening window deviation. Measured bass extension of 87.2Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Sensitivity is low at 86dB. Sonus Faber discontinued it in the 2000s. Bass reaches 87.2Hz (-3dB) and about 58Hz (-10dB). That data is low quality.
Full Sonus Faber Piccolo Solo review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 58.5Hz (measured, third-party data via spinorama.org) |
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| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 87.2Hz (measured, third-party data via spinorama.org) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 6.7”H x 19.1”W x 9.3”D (170 x 485 x 235 mm) |
| Drivers | 2-way |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz-20kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 8 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 86dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.17 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.96 |
| Weight | 22 lbs (10 kg) |
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