In this review, we will be comparing Sonetto Center G2 and Sonetto CI, two Passive Center Channel speakers by Sonus faber
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 and Sonus Sonetto Center I first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1.1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
- 4" Midrange
- 2 x 6-1/2" Woofer
- 45-40k Hz Frequency Response
- 88 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 4ohms
- Weight:kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 9-1/2" x 25-9/16" x 14-9/16"
Sonus Sonetto Center I Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1.15" high definition DAD Dome Tweeter
- 2 x 6" aluminum cone Woofer
- 60-25k Hz Frequency Response
- 90 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 4ohms
- Power Range:50-200watts
- Weight:6.50kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 10" x 20" x 12" ( 242.0 x 495.0 x 303.0mm )
Sonetto Center G2 and Sonetto CI are members of Sonus faber's Sonetto series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
Sonus faber Sonetto Series
History
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 and Sonus Sonetto Center I compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that Sonetto Center G2 is a 3-way design whereas the Sonetto CI is a 2-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.
| Driver |
Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 |
Sonus Sonetto Center I |
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Driver Setup
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3-way
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2-way
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Tweeter
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1.1-inch
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1.15-inch
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Midrange
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1 x 4-inch |
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Woofer
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2 x 6-1/2-inch
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2 x 6-inch
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Sonetto Center G2 features a 1.1" Soft-Dome Tweeter , a 4" Midrange and 2 x 6-1/2" Woofer . On the other hand, the Sonetto CI features a 1.15" high definition DAD Dome Tweeter and 2 x 6" aluminum cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1.550 Hz.
Frequency Response
Sonetto Center G2 has a frequency range of 45-40k Hz whereas Sonetto CI has a frequency range of 60-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 45Hz, the Sonetto Center G2 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Sonetto CI's min frequency of 60Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Center Channel class in our database.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
High Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2
None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
Sonetto Center G2 and Sonetto CI have the same Impedance of 4 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Sonetto Center G2 sensitivity is rated at 88 dB and the Sonetto CI's is at 90 dB. This 2 dB difference makes the Sonus Sonetto Center I a more sensitive speaker compared to Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
One thing to keep in mind that the lower impedance speakers, especially the ones that are rated at 4 ohms may put more pressure on the amplifier unit comared to higher impedance speakers especially at high volume levels, so make sure the amp you pair with the Sonetto Center G2 and the Sonetto Center G2 can provide this impedance level.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Sonetto CI features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Sonetto Center G2 has a Binding Post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Sonus Sonetto Center I's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2's and Sonus Sonetto Center I's external dimensions. Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 has external dimensions of ( ) whereas Sonus Sonetto Center I has external dimensions of 242.0 x 495.0 x 303.0mm ( 10 x 20 x 12inch) .
Sonus Sonetto Center I is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 495mm wider, 242mm taller and 303mm deeper than Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2.
What's in the Box of Sonus Sonetto Center I?
Here are the items that come with the Sonetto CI:
- 1 Masks
- 1 Fabric dust guards
- 1 Basis
- 2 Jumpers
- 1 Manual