Sonus faber Loudspeaker Names: Unveiling the Stories Behind the Craft

As Artisans of Sound, we believe music is a universal and timeless language.

Our handcrafted speakers are built to be instruments, delivering a multi-sensory experience capable of connecting people through time and space. Dedicated to innovative audio technology, we are also rooted in a deep respect for the long tradition of musical artisanry that came before us.

To that end, our speakers have been thoughtfully named to honor the rich Italian heritage of craftsmanship, violin-making, music, and beauty.

For over four decades, Sonus faber has set the standard for audio excellence, the name synonymous with high-end audio systems and pristine sound quality. This legacy is deeply rooted in our commitment to blending traditional techniques with cutting-edge audio technology, resulting in speakers and audio systems that are as much works of art as they are marvels of engineering.

We have literally built our name on our craftwork.

The name Sonus faber, Latin for “handcrafted sound” or “artisan sound,” expresses our dedication to artisanal craftsmanship and superior sound quality.

The spirit of Cremona, the birthplace of legendary violin makers like Stradivari, Guarneri, and Amati, resonates within the Sonus faber soul. We have dedicated an entire line of speakers - The Homage Collection - to honor the Italian luthiers of the golden age of violin-making.

The second-generation floorstanding speaker Stradivari G2 is inspired by Antonio Stradivari, whose violins are universally celebrated as some of the finest ever created.

The high-fidelity bookshelf speaker Guarneri G5 features an iconic lute-shaped cabinet, honoring the precision of luthier Giuseppe Guarneri.

Amati G5 floorstanding speaker, the flagship of the Sonus faber Homage Collection, takes its name from Italian renaissance violin maker Nicolò Amati.

Finally, Serafino G2 floorstanding speaker is a salute to Santo Serafino, who crafted legendary violins in eighteenth century Venice.

Sonus faber's appreciation for sound extends beyond instrument making.

Aida, the floorstanding speaker of the Reference Collection, found inspiration in Giuseppe Verdi's grand opera. Aida embodies power and allure, with a soundstage as vast and dramatic as the opera itself.

The Olympica Nova Collection, a nod to Andrea Palladio's iconic Olympic Theater in Vicenza, delivers a series of speakers with a performance that is both dynamic and emotionally charged, like a live orchestral concert.

The Sonetto Collection, named after the Italian word for sonnet, offers a lyrical listening experience, with sounds as smooth and elegant as a well-crafted poem.

The Palladio Collection seamlessly merges music and design, inspired by the timeless masterpieces of Andrea Palladio, one of the most renowned architects of the Italian Renaissance.

Each speaker in this line offers a harmony of form and function, delivering a sound that is as immersive as it is elegant.

Many Sonus faber loudspeakers bear Latin names that evoke central themes or images. True to our Sound Philosophy, many of our designs draw inspiration from nature.

The Lilium floorstanding speaker of the Reference Collection, is named after the Latin word for lily. With a glass tempered top plate that mirrors the lily’s form, Lilium utilizes a dual cabinet structure to deliver powerful sound reproduction in both the low frequencies as well as the heart of the sound spectrum.

The Lumina Collection, which translates to “brilliant light” in Latin, embodies sleek elegance and sophistication. The central features of the design are also reflected in its name: Luxury, Minimalist, Natural. These three pillars combine to create a series of loudspeakers that offer a refined auditory experience.

To experience the deepest nuances of music, television, and film, the Gravis Collection delivers our signature line of subwoofers. From the Latin word meaning "heavy" or "weighty," Gravis delivers a powerful low-end response that takes audiophiles to the vast depths of sound.

Finally, our Suprema floorstanding loudspeaker of the Reference Collections embodies the apex of audio engineering. Our supreme achievement, Suprema marks the pinnacle of our achievements with our most ambitious project to date.

Reflecting the summit of sound supremacy, this high-fidelity speaker honors 40 years of our dedication to audio excellence.

Suprema delivers a listening experience that is truly unparalleled, with a soundstage that is both expansive and precise, and a tonal balance that is simply breathtaking.

Every Sonus faber speaker is a testament to our unwavering commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and innovation. Whether inspired by the legacy of Cremona's violin makers, the grandeur of opera, or the elegance of Latin, each speaker tells a unique story.

We believe that sound carries the passion and emotion of music, and names help anchor that power in the legendary traditions of our history.