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Sonus Faber Lumina II Review
Sonus Faber Lumina II

Main Features

  • 1.15" high definition DAD Tweeter
  • 6" paper cone Woofer
  • 55-24k Hz Frequency Response
  • 86 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 4ohms
  • Power Range: 30-150watts
  • Weight:12.50 lbs / 5.65 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 12"x7.1"x10.3" / 304.0 x 180.0 x 263.0mm
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Sonus Faber Lumina II is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Sonus Faber. It features a 1.15" high definition DAD Tweeter and 1 x 6" paper cone Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 55-24k Hz and a sensitivity of 86 dB. Sonus Lumina II has an MSRP of 1199$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Sonus Lumina II is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:

Listening Environment* Suitability
Near-fieldPoor
Small RoomAverage
Mid-size RoomGood
Large RoomAverage
Very Large RoomPoor

(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2. Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)

Sonus Lumina II  Lifestyle
Sonus Lumina II Lifestyle

Sonus Faber's Lumina Series of Loudspeakers

Lumina II is a member of Sonus Faber's Lumina series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Sonus Faber Lumina Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Sonus Lumina V
Compare
38-24k Hz 90 dB4Ω 2 x 6.5"
Sonus Lumina II
55-24k Hz 86 dB4Ω 1 x 6"
Sonus Lumina III
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40-24k Hz 89 dB4Ω 2 x 6"
Sonus Lumina I
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65-24k Hz 88 dB4Ω 1 x 4.75"
Sonus Lumina Center I
Compare
65-24k Hz 87 dB4Ω 2 x 4.75"
Sonus Faber Lumina Series Speakers
Sonus Faber Lumina Series Speakers


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Frequency Response of the Sonus Lumina II Speaker

Sonus Lumina II has a Frequency response range of 55-24k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 30-150 watts. With a minimum frequency of 55 Hz, Lumina II delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.

To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Sonus Lumina II, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $1500. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how Lumina II's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Sonus Lumina II
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High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Sonus Lumina II
Min
Average
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Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 1500$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Bookshelf speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Sonus Lumina II's 55Hz:

  • B&W 607 S2 with Low Frequency of 52 Hz (Compare w/ Lumina II)
  • B&W 606 S2 with Low Frequency of 52 Hz (Compare w/ Lumina II)
  • B&W 606 S3 with Low Frequency of 52 Hz (Compare w/ Lumina II)
  • B&W 607 S3 with Low Frequency of 52 Hz (Compare w/ Lumina II)
  • Wharfedale EVO4.2 with Low Frequency of 54 Hz (Compare w/ Lumina II)

Crossover frequency of the Sonus Lumina II?

The Crossover frequency of the Lumina II is set to 1800Hz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.

Impedance and Sensitivity

Sonus Lumina II's nominal impedance level is 4 ohms and has a sensitivity of 86 dB.

Sensitivity
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Sonus Lumina II
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Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the Sonus Faber Lumina II is a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective, make sure that you choose an amplifier than can provide 4 Ohms for this speaker.
Many AVRs (audio/video receiver) in the market may have difficulty when the speakers dip below the 4 Ohms levels (this may cause clipping or even physical damage), so we recommend to not pair the Sonus Faber Lumina II with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.

Sensitivity

With a sensitivity level of only 86 dB, Sonus Faber Lumina II is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps.

Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Sonus Lumina II:

  • Integrated Amps under 1000 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 1500 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 2000 USD
  • All Integrated Amplifiers

Input Type

Lumina II has Binding post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring. Bi-wiring can enhance the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by using separate speaker wires for the low and high-frequency drivers from a single amplifier. Bi-amping, on the other hand, involves using separate amplifiers for the high and low-frequency drivers, potentially resulting in a greater dynamic range and reduced distortion.

Sonus Lumina II Back View
Sonus Lumina II Back View

Sonus Lumina II External Dimensions and Weight

Sonus Lumina II has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 12 x 7.1 x 10.3inch (304.0 x 180.0 x 263.0mm ).

Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base area of Sonus Lumina II is approximately 473.4cm2 / 73.4inch2.

To get a better perspective on the real life size of Sonus Lumina II, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).

Sonus Lumina II Real Life Body Size Comparison
Sonus Lumina II Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc

Here we place the Sonus Lumina II virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.

Sonus Lumina II placed next to an amplifier and turntable
Sonus Lumina II Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable

Weight

The Sonus Lumina II weighs 5.65kg / 12.4lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Lumina II's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Sonus Lumina II
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Max
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $1500
Sonus Lumina II
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Average
Max

Cabinet type and Materials

Sonus Lumina II has a Bass Reflex type cabinet and a real multilayer wood finish. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.

Port Position

Sonus Lumina II is a front-firing port speaker , which gives you more flexibility compared to rear firing speakers when you need to place it close against a wall or other surfaces.

Available colors

Sonus Lumina II is available in Black, Wenge and Walnut.

Sonus Lumina II  Colors
Sonus Lumina II Colors

Wall Mounting

Lumina II doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.

Does the Sonus Lumina II come with a Grille?

Lumina II comes with magnetic grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible. Since the included grille of the Lumina II is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.

Sonus Lumina II  with Grille
Sonus Lumina II with Grille

What's in the Box of Sonus Lumina II?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Lumina II:
  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 1 Manual
  • 2 Jumpers
  • 2 Grilles
  • 2 Fabric dust guards
  • Recommended Accessories

    Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Sonus Faber Lumina II.

    • Speaker Cable and Connectors
      • Speaker Cables with Banana Plugs: If you know the lenght of the cable you need, this is the easier option to connect your speakers with your amp.
      • Speaker Cables without Connectors: If you are not sure about the lenght or need longer than standard cables with plugs, choose this option.
      • Banana Connectors and Plugs: If you chose the cables without connectors option or already have some cable around, pick the banana plugs separately.
    • Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators more affordable options too.
    • Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.
    • Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.

    User's Manual

    For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Sonus Faber Lumina II, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
    Download User Manual for Sonus Lumina II

    Official Brochure

    Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Sonus Faber Lumina II speaker:
    Official Brochure for Sonus Lumina II

    Official Product Page

    Official manufacturer's product page for the Sonus Faber Lumina II speaker can be found below:
    Official Product Page for Sonus Lumina II

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Sonus Faber Lumina II
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    Sonus Lumina II Detailed Specifications

    General
    BrandSonus Faber
    Full Model NameSonus Faber Lumina II
    Speaker Type2-way Bookshelf
    Power Range30-150 watts
    Sensitivity86 dB
    Impedance4 ohms
    Frequency Response55-24k Hz
    DRIVERS
    Woofer Size6-inch
    Woofer Compositionpaper cone
    Tweeter Size1.15-inch
    Tweeter Typehigh definition DAD
    Crossover freq1800Hz
    Port Positionfront

    CONNECTIONS
    Connector TypeBinding post
    Biamp InputsYes
    Port Positionfront
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height304.0mm ( 12-inch)
    Width180.0mm ( 7.1-inch)
    Depth263.0mm ( 10.3-inch)
    Height304.0mm ( 12-inch)
    Weight5.65kg ( 12.50 lbs)
    EnclosureBass Reflex
    Finishreal multilayer wood
    Available ColorsBlack, Wenge, Walnut
    GrilleYes
    Moisture ResistanceNo
    OTHER
    Handheld RemoteNo
    Parts Warranty
    Labor Warranty
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