Sonus Faber Sonetto II is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Sonus Faber. It features a 1.15" high definition DAD Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" cellulose pulp and other natural fibers Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 42-25k Hz and a sensitivity of 87 dB.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Sonus Sonetto 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-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 II is a member of Sonus Faber's Sonetto series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
Sonus Faber Sonetto Series Speakers
Sonus Faber Sonetto Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Sonus Sonetto II Speaker
Sonus Sonetto II has a Frequency response range of 42-25k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 40-200 watts. With a minimum frequency of 42 Hz, Sonetto II delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.
Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available subwoofer options.
Here we have a comparison of how Sonetto 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
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Crossover frequency of the Sonus Sonetto II?
The Crossover frequency of the Sonetto II is set to 2650 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 II'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 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 Sonetto II with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 87 dB, Sonus Faber Sonetto 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 Sonetto II:
Input Type
Sonetto 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 Sonetto II External Dimensions and Weight
Sonus Sonetto II has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 15 x 10 x 13inch (370.0 x 250.0 x 334.0mm ).
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 II is approximately 835.0cm2 / 129.4inch2.
WeightThe Sonus Sonetto II weighs 6.80kg / 15lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Sonetto II's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Sonus Sonetto II on a Stand
Sonus Sonetto II - Top View
Cabinet type and Materials
Sonus Sonetto II 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 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 Sonetto II is available in Wood, White, Black and Wenge.
Wall Mounting
Sonetto II 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 II?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Sonetto II:
2 Masks2 Fabric dust guards2 Jumpers1 Manual
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Sonus Faber Sonetto II.
- Speaker Cable and Connectors
- 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 Sonetto II, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Sonus Sonetto II
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Sonus Faber Sonetto II speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Sonus Sonetto II
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