In this review, we will be comparing Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 and Synchrony T600, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Sonus and PSB.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 and PSB Synchrony T600 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 Key Specs
- 1.1" Soft-dome Tweeter
- 2 x 8" Paper Pulp Woofer
- 33-40k Hz Frequency Response
- 90 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 4ohms
- Power Range:50-400watts
- Weight:45.10kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1190.0" x 13-3/16" x 19-7/16"( 1190.0 x 335.0 x 494.0mm )
PSB Synchrony T600 Key Specs
- 3-way Design
- 1" Dome Tweeter
- 5.25" Midrange
- 3 x 6.5" Carbon fiber Woofer
- 5.25" Midrange
- 24-23k Hz Frequency Response
- 89 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 4ohms
- Power Range:20-300watts
- Weight:34.90kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1048.0" x 9" x 13-1/2"( 1048.0 x 228.0 x 343.0mm )
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 and PSB Synchrony T600 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 Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 is a -way design whereas the Synchrony T600 is a 3-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 VIII G2 |
PSB Synchrony T600 |
|
Driver Setup
|
-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1.1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
1 x 5.25-inch |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 8-inch
|
3 x 6.5-inch
|
Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 features a 1.1" Soft-dome Tweeter and 2 x 8" Paper Pulp Woofer . On the other hand, the Synchrony T600 features a 1" titanium with ferrofluid cooling and neodymium magnet Dome Tweeter , a 5.25" Midrange and 3 x 6.5" Carbon fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 450Hz and 1800Hz.
Frequency Response
Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 has a frequency range of 33-40k Hz whereas Synchrony T600 has a frequency range of 24-23k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 24Hz, the Synchrony T600 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2's min frequency of 33Hz.
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
Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Sonus faber Sonetto VIII 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
Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 and Synchrony T600 have the same Impedance of 4 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and the Synchrony T600's is at 89 dB. This 1 dB difference makes the Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 a more sensitive speaker compared to PSB Synchrony T600, 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 Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 and the Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 can provide this impedance level.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using
an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the
max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.
Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 can handle a max power of 400 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Synchrony T600 has a max power handling value of 300 watts RMS, 100 watts less than the Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2.
Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker
compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters
such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Both Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 and Synchrony T600 features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.
PSB Synchrony T600'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 VIII G2's and PSB Synchrony T600's external dimensions. Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 has external dimensions of 1190.0 x 335.0 x 494.0mm ( 46-13/16inch x 13-3/16inch x 19-7/16inch ) whereas PSB Synchrony T600 has external dimensions of 1048.0 x 228.0 x 343.0mm ( 41-1/4 x 9 x 13-1/2inch) .
Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 107mm wider, 142mm taller and 151mm deeper than PSB Synchrony T600.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 is approximately 1654.9cm2 / 256.5inch2 and base area of the PSB Synchrony T600 is approximately 782.0cm2 / 121.2inch2. The Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 requires 112% more surface area than the Synchrony T600 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 weighs 45.10kg / 99.2lbs and the PSB Synchrony T600 weighs 34.90kg / 76.8lbs. This makes the Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 29% heavier than the Synchrony T600.
Here is a comparison of how Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 and Synchrony T600's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2
What's in the Box of Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2:
2 Floorstanding loudspeakers 6 Grilles 4 Jumper-straps (pre-installed) 2 Binding-post covers (pre-installed) 8 Rubber feet 8 Spikes 8 Protective discs 8 Locking washers Wrench Dust cloth
What's in the Box of PSB Synchrony T600?
Here are the items that come with the Synchrony T600:
Floorstanding loudspeakrGrille2 Binding-post jumpers (pre-installed)4 Isolation feet2 Port plugsOwners ManualWarranty Card
 Max Input Power |
400 watts
vs
300 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Sensitivity |
90 dB
vs
89 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Woofer Size |
8 inches
vs
6.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 High Frequency Response |
40k Hz
vs
23k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
|
Number of Woofers |
3
vs
2
|
More woofers |
|
Low Frequency Response |
24 Hz
vs
33 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Height |
1048mm
vs
1190mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
782cm2
vs
1654cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
8000USD
vs
9000USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Sonus faber Sonetto VIII G2 |
PSB Synchrony T600 |
| Brand |
Sonus |
PSB |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
50-400 watts |
20-300 watts |
| Sensitivity |
90 dB |
89 dB |
| Impedance |
4 ohms |
4 ohms |
| Impedance |
n/a |
4 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
33-40k Hz |
24-23k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
3 |
| Woofer Size |
8" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Paper Pulp |
Carbon fiber |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1.1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
Soft-dome |
Dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
6.5" |
5.25" |
| Crossover Frequency |
n/a |
450Hz and 1800Hz |
| Firing Direction |
n/a |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1190.0mm (46.9") |
1048.0mm (41.3") |
| Width |
335.0mm (13.2") |
228.0mm (9") |
| Depth |
494.0mm (19.4") |
343.0mm (13.5") |
| Weight |
45.10kg (99.2lbs) |
34.90kg (76.8lbs) |
| Enclosure |
|
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
Wood/Leather/Concrete |
MDF/Lacquer |
| Available Colors |
Black |
Gloss Black, Satin Walnut |
| Grille |
n/a |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
2 Yrs (8 Yrs registered) |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
2 Yrs (8 Yrs registered) |
5 Years |