In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by Sonus faber. Sonus Faber Sonetto VIII is a Floor-standing speaker whereas the Sonetto Center G2 is a Center Channel speaker.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Sonus Sonetto VIII and Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Sonus Sonetto VIII Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1.15" high definition DAD Dome Tweeter
- 6" Midrange
- 3 x 7" aluminum cone Woofer
- 36-25k Hz Frequency Response
- 90 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 4ohms
- Power Range:50-300watts
- Weight:26.30kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 47" x 11" x 17" ( 1188.0 x 283.0 x 427.0mm )
Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1.1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
- 4" Midrange
- 2 x 6-1/2" Woofer
- 4" Midrange
- 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"
Sonetto VIII and Sonetto Center G2 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 Sonetto VIII and Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 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
Both Sonetto VIII and Sonetto Center G2 are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
Sonus Sonetto VIII |
Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1.15-inch
|
1.1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 6-inch |
1 x 4-inch |
|
Woofer
|
3 x 7-inch
|
2 x 6-1/2-inch
|
Sonetto VIII features a 1.15" high definition DAD Dome Tweeter , a 6" Midrange and 3 x 7" aluminum cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 270 and 3.000 Hz. On the other hand, the Sonetto Center G2 features a 1.1" Soft-Dome Tweeter , a 4" Midrange and 2 x 6-1/2" Woofer .
Frequency Response
Sonetto VIII has a frequency range of 36-25k Hz whereas Sonetto Center G2 has a frequency range of 45-40k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 36Hz, the Sonetto VIII can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Sonetto Center G2's min frequency of 45Hz.
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 Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing 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 VIII and Sonetto Center G2 have the same Impedance of 4 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Sonetto VIII sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and the Sonetto Center G2's is at 88 dB. This 2 dB difference makes the Sonus Sonetto VIII 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 VIII and the Sonetto VIII can provide this impedance level.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Sonetto VIII 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 VIII'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 Sonetto VIII's and Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2's external dimensions. Sonus Sonetto VIII has external dimensions of 1188.0 x 283.0 x 427.0mm ( 47 x 11 x 17inch) whereas Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2 has external dimensions of ( ) .
Sonus Sonetto VIII is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 283mm wider, 1188mm taller and 427mm deeper than Sonus Faber Sonetto Center G2.
What's in the Box of Sonus Sonetto VIII?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Sonetto VIII:
- 8 Spikes
- 8 Under Spikes
- 8 Spike locks
- 2 Masks
- 2 Fabric dust guards
- 2 Basis
- 16 Locking screws
- 2 Jumpers
- 1 Allen Wrench
- 1 Manual