Sonus faber Sonetto I is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Sonus faber. It was released in August 2018. It features a 1.15" high definition DAD Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6" cellulose pulp and other natural fibers Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 45-25k Hz and a sensitivity of 87 dB. Sonus Sonetto I has an MSRP of 1099$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Sonus Sonetto I 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-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Average |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Average |
| Very Large Room | Poor |
(* 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 faber's Sonetto Series of Loudspeakers
Sonetto I is a member of Sonus faber's Sonetto series of Passive speakers. The Sonetto range is Sonus Faber's mid-tier line, hand-built in Italy with the brand's signature leather-and-wood styling. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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Sonus faber Sonetto Series Speakers
Sonus faber Sonetto Series Speakers
Frequency Response of the Sonus Sonetto I Speaker
Sonus Sonetto I has a Frequency response range of 45-25k Hz and Power Range of 30-150 watts. With a minimum frequency of 45 Hz, Sonetto I delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.
Here we have a comparison of how Sonetto I's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
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Sonus Sonetto I's high definition DAD Dome Tweeter
Crossover frequency of the Sonus Sonetto I?
The crossover frequency of the Sonetto I is set to 2500 Hz. 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 Sonetto I's nominal impedance level is
4 ohms and has a sensitivity of
87 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the Sonus faber Sonetto I 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 Sonetto I with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 87 dB, Sonus faber Sonetto I 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. Work out how loud the Sonus Sonetto I plays in your room →
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What amplifier does the Sonus Sonetto I need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
30–150 W
per channel into 4 ohms.
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Input Type
Sonetto I 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.
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Sonus Sonetto I External Dimensions and Weight
Sonus Sonetto I has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 14 x 9 x 12inch (359.0 x 219.0 x 305.0mm ).
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 Sonetto I is approximately 668.0cm2 / 103.5inch2.
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WeightThe Sonus Sonetto I weighs 5.50kg / 12.1lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Sonetto I's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $1500
Sonus Sonetto I on a Stand
Sonus Sonetto I - Top View
How does the Sonus Sonetto I compare to the Sonus Faber Sonetto II?
One of the natural alternative to the Sonus Sonetto I is the Sonetto II which is located one step higher in Sonus faber's Passive Bookshelf selection.
Check the Detailed Comparison of Sonus Sonetto I vs Sonetto II for more details.
Cabinet type and Materials
Sonus Sonetto I has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. 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 Sonetto I 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 Sonetto I is available in Wood, White, Black and Wenge.
Wall Mounting
Sonetto I doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
What's in the Box of Sonus Sonetto I?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Sonetto I:
- 2 Masks
- 2 Fabric dust guards
- 2 Jumpers
- 1 Manual
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Sonus faber Sonetto I.
- Speaker Cable and Connectors
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find 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 Sonetto I, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Sonus Sonetto I
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Sonus faber Sonetto I speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Sonus Sonetto I
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