Sonus Faber AMATI G5

Sonus Faber is an esteemed Italian luxury audio brand, celebrated for blending exquisite craftsmanship with cuttingedge acoustic technology. Each speaker—especially the Sonus Faber Amati G5—is handcrafted in Vicenza, Italy, featuring woodveneered, luteshaped cabinets that embody the elegance of Renaissance luthiers.

Key Technologies in Sonus Faber Amati G5 Speaker
The Sonus Faber Amati G5 impresses with a 3.5way design featuring an Intonoequipped sealedmidrange and “Stealth Ultra flex” vented woofers. It employs a 28 mm DAD Arrow Point tweeter, a 150 mm neodymiummagnet midrange, and dual 220 mm woofers. The crossover utilizes highend, handsoldered Jantzen inductors and Clarity/Mundorf components in a phasecoherent layout.There’s also a damping ring and laseretched labyrinth for smooth, turbulencefree wavefronts.

Placement, Room Size & Acoustic Matching
Due to its size—about 1176 × 411 × 512 mm and ~61 kg per speaker The Sonus Faber Amati G5 suits medium to large listening rooms. Positioning them at least 70–80 cm from walls, with a separation of 150–250 cm between speakers, achieves optimal imaging and bass control. Use room treatments like bass traps and absorbers to tame reflections in true audiophile environments.

Amp Compatibility & Power Requirements
The Sonus Faber Amati G5 is rated at 91 dB sensitivity (2.83 V/1 m) with a 4ohm impedance. Recommended amplifier power ranges from 50 W to 450 W per channel (undistorted). For Indian homes, look for highcurrent, stable amps from brands like McIntosh or Nagra, both suggested by sellers.

Price Range and Availability in India
The Sonus Faber Amati G5 is priced approximately  49,84,000 inclusive of the duties and taxes. It’s available through authorized highend audio dealers in India.

Materials & Finishes:
The Sonus Faber Amati G5 is crafted from nine layers of book-matched natural wood, each hand- lacquered nine times, accented with brushed aluminium and black leather.

Best Genres:
The Sonus Faber Amati G5 is Ideal for acoustic, jazz, classical, and vocal-rich music—imparts lush realism. However, reviewers note it handles electric and electronic genres with equal finesse.

Pros and Cons of Sonus Faber Amati G5
Pros:Impressive blend of Italian artistry and advanced tech (Intono, Stealth Ultraflex, damping ring) Natural, lifelike soundwith phasecorrect drivers for immersive three dimensional staging Luxurious, handcrafted cabinet and finishes (Graphite, Wenge, Red wood with Italian leather)

Cons: Large size and weight demand significant space and support

FAQs
1. Do Sonus Faber Amati G5 speakers work well with vinyl and stereo setups?
Absolutely. Their high resolution and natural tonal balance make them excellent for vinyl listening. Pair with a high-quality phono stage and lowdistortion stereo amp to fully experience detail and warmth.
2. What amp power do I need for the Sonus Faber Amati G5?
You’ll want an amplifier delivering 50 W to 450 W per channel into 4 ohms, clean and undistorted. High-current, high quality amplifiers from McIntosh or similar brands are ideal.
3. Are Sonus Faber Amati G5 speakers suitable for Indian apartment acoustics?
They can work well if you have a spacious living room (~300 sq ft or more). Use placement guidelines and acoustic treatments to manage reflections and bass buildup. In tight spaces, their lowfrequency output may feel overwhelming without proper room control.
4. Are they suitable for all music genres?
Yes—they excel across genres. Their transparency and dynamic control deliver classical, jazz, rock, electronic, and cinematic music with equal finesse and realism.