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Sonus Faber Sonetto ii
ELEGANT AND ELUSIVE
The Sonetto II bookshelf speakers are infused with the rich heritage of Italian craftsmanship and tradition. Offering not only exceptional sound quality, Sonetto II speakers also resonate with a profound appreciation for artistry and culture.
A SOUND THAT
RESONATES THE SOUL
Sonetto II is a 2-way speaker that inherits and elevates the distinguished Italian style of its predecessor. Through refined materials, sophisticated design, and enhanced acoustical advancements, Sonetto II recreates sound with an intense, unprecedented emotional impact and surprisingly powerful bass reproduction
SUBTLE YET TRANSFORMATIVE
Despite its dimensions, Sonetto II blends seamlessly with an array of environments. Its sleek aesthetics evoke an elegant and graceful style that enhances any space.
CLASSIC DESIGN
Sonetto II embodies the iconic Sonus faber signature lute shape, a timeless design inspired by the elegance of musical instruments, specifically redesigned for the Sonetto G2 collection.Infused with the brand's renowned philosophy of Natural Sound, these speakers deliver perfect control over internal resonances, offering an unparalleled listening experience characterized by rich, lifelike audio
An elegance that fills the room
Sonetto brings together Sonus faber’s core design principles in an elegant silhouette.
SONETTO STAND
The Sonetto stand, crafted from aluminum with a concrete base, is designed for Sonetto I and Sonetto II bookshelf speakers.
ORGANIC BASKET
Our organic basket embodies the fusion of advanced technology and nature-inspired design principles for enhanced sound reproduction. Present not only in our premier Reference and Homage Collections but also in the Sonetto G2 series, the basket’s asymmetrical shape provides structural support to the driver without recurring patterns. This distinctive design, evocative of natural forms, promotes superior airflow around the driver, guaranteeing impeccable sound quality.
INTONO TECHNOLOGY
Sonus faber Intono technology offers a construction solution designed to eliminate spurious frequencies and distortions within the cabinet, resulting in a quieter cabinet and an overall enhanced sound performance. Implemented in the Sonetto I and II speakers, Intono sits between the reflex duct and the internal acoustic chamber.
REFLEX DUCT
As with each speaker in the Sonetto G2 Collection, Sonetto II boasts a newly optimized duct design, strategically engineered to enhance flexibility in speaker placement. This innovative reflex duct, when combined with the concrete base, revolutionizes the listening experience by offering unparalleled versatility and performance. Whether positioned in a corner, against a wall, or in a freestanding configuration, the enhanced duct design ensures optimal airflow and resonance control, resulting in pristine sound reproduction across various room setups. By incorporating this advanced technology, Sonetto G2 speakers not only adapt effortlessly to diverse environments but also deliver consistently exceptional audio quality, elevating the standard of home entertainment.
SILK DOME TWEETER
The tweeter in the Sonetto G2 collection features state-of-the-art Silk Dome DAD™ (Damped Apex Dome) technology. With a response extending beyond 30kHz, made possible by the incorporation of a copper cup, the tweeter reproduces the finest nuances in the audio spectrum, ensuring exceptional clarity and detail in the pristine sound reproduction of Sonetto II.
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A compact standmount that foregrounds superb midrange clarity, the Sonetto II pairs a smooth treble with surprisingly punchy upper bass to deliver lively dynamics and expansive imaging. Reviewers from David Price and Jim Milton praise its musical, non-fatiguing presentation and luxe lute-shaped cabinet — an elegant, high-performance package for music lovers.
Pros
- Natural, weighty midrange and vocal clarity — vocals and guitars are rendered with convincing timbre and presence.
- Refined, extended treble that delivers cymbal detail and air without harshness.
- Surprising upper-bass punch and well-judged tonal balance for a compact standmount, giving music body and drive.
- High-end craftsmanship and finish — lute-shaped wood cabinet, real leather top and quality driver construction elevate its presence.
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Cons
- Limited deep-bass extension at extreme SPLs — benefits from a subwoofer for very bass-heavy content.
- Placement-sensitive: needs spacing and careful aiming (1.5–2 ft suggested) to avoid brightness or resonances in some rooms.
- Moderate sensitivity (87dB) and 4Ω nominal impedance — performs best with a capable amplifier to unlock dynamics.
Sound Quality
90/100
Bass
90/100
For its size (6.5" woofer, 42Hz claimed) reviewers repeatedly noted 'surprisingly deep' and 'more of it than you might expect', with natural, woody string tone and punchy upper-bass. Ported front reflex and tuned cabinet give good body though extension is naturally limited vs floorstanders; several reviewers still called the bass 'supple' and 'tuneful'.
Mid
92/100
Consistently praised for natural, full-bodied timbre and clarity — reviewers used terms like 'beautiful tone', 'romantic', 'non-fatiguing' and 'superb mid-range clarity'. Vocals and guitars are rendered with weight and detail, with a slight warm/sepia character that many found musically appealing.
Treble
89/100
Treble is smooth, refined and extended (DAD tweeter, measured extension beyond 30kHz), delivering cymbal zing without hardness per multiple reviews. One measurement-based review noted some tendencies toward brightness/resonance requiring placement care, but listening impressions lean toward sweet, non-tinny top end.
Soundstage Imaging
90/100
Reviewers report spacious, well-defined imaging with strong depth perspective and focused stereo images — applause and positional cues were described as 'spookily real' and 'ethereal'. Imaging is stable and detailed, though not a point-source level of coherence compared with coaxial designs.
Dynamics
90/100
Dynamics and rhythmic articulation are repeatedly highlighted: reviewers call the Sonetto II 'animated', with good transient grip and grace under high levels for a small standmount. It handles starts/stops and complex mixes with composure, recovering quickly from large excursions.
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Build Quality
92/100
High-end craftsmanship noted across reviews: lute-shaped wood cabinet, real leather top, quality drivers and careful bracing/material choices. Finish and materials are described as luxurious and more than skin-deep, matching Sonus faber's pricier ranges.
Features Connectivity
82/100
Passive standmount with dual binding-posts (bi-wire capable) and front-firing laminar reflex port; sensitivity 87dB, 4Ω nominal. Passive baseline applied (80) plus bi-wire terminals (+2) — within allowed bounds for passive bookshelves.
Value for Money
90/100
Multiple reviewers call the Sonetto II 'puzzlingly cheap' or 'hard to beat' for the price, praising its performance/finish relative to peers and Sonus faber's higher models. With street/MSRP references ($1,898–$2,750 range in reviews) the speakers are repeatedly recommended as strong value in 'affordable high‑end'.
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