Sonus Faber Amati G5 Floorstanding Speakers
The Sonus Faber Amati G5 is the fifth generation of the Italian manufacturer’s celebrated reference floorstanding loudspeaker and the flagship of the Homage Collection. Handcrafted in Vicenza, Italy, Amati G5 combines a 3.5-way driver system, phase-coherent crossover engineering, a nine-layer lute-shaped cabinet, and Sonus Faber’s signature natural voicing.
Designed for ambitious two-channel systems, these high-end floorstanding speakers deliver the scale and authority expected from a full-range design while preserving the tonal beauty, dimensional imaging, and artisan craftsmanship associated with Sonus Faber loudspeakers.
The Fifth Generation of the Amati Legacy
Named in honor of master violin maker Nicolò Amati, the Amati has long represented the meeting point between acoustic engineering and Italian cabinetmaking. The G5 generation refines that concept with technology developed across Sonus Faber’s reference loudspeaker programs while retaining the graceful proportions and wood-and-leather construction that define the Homage series.
The curved, lute-inspired enclosure is built from nine layers of wood selected and arranged to increase rigidity and reduce internal resonances. Grain-matched panels and multiple lacquer layers create a deep furniture-grade finish, while Italian leather accents soften visual and acoustic transitions around the cabinet.
3.5-Way Driver Architecture
Amati G5 uses a four-driver, 3.5-way system designed to reproduce music with wide bandwidth, high dynamic capability, and seamless integration:
- 28 mm DAD Arrow Point tweeter: A high-power neodymium soft-dome design with a damped apex for open, extended, and controlled high-frequency reproduction.
- 150 mm midrange: A neodymium-powered driver operating in its own sealed Intono chamber to protect vocal and instrumental clarity from pressure generated by the bass system.
- Dual 220 mm woofers: Two large bass drivers with Sonus Faber’s Dual Drive Motor System provide deep extension, impact, and control.
- Phase-coherent crossover: Crossover points at 200 Hz, 270 Hz, and 2,200 Hz are engineered to maintain timing and continuity between the drivers.
Intono Midrange Chamber
The midrange driver is housed in a dedicated sealed enclosure using Sonus Faber’s Intono technology. Isolating the midrange from the movement and pressure of the dual woofers helps reduce internal interference and allows voices, strings, piano, and acoustic instruments to remain articulate even during demanding full-scale passages.
Stealth Ultraflex Bass Loading
The dual 220 mm woofers operate with the Stealth Ultraflex venting system. Its shaped external duct manages airflow while reducing audible turbulence and visually integrating the vent into the rear of the cabinet. With rated bass extension to 28 Hz, Amati G5 can reproduce orchestral weight, electronic bass, and cinematic-scale dynamics without sacrificing pitch definition or speed.
Mechanical Grounding and Cabinet Control
Sonus Faber’s Zero Vibration Transmission system uses purpose-designed spikes and the aluminum base structure to manage the speaker’s mechanical interface with the floor. This decoupling approach helps control vibration and supports cleaner bass, more stable imaging, and greater low-level resolution.
Sound, Amplifier, and Room Matching
With 91 dB sensitivity, Amati G5 can produce substantial output without requiring extreme amplifier power. Its nominal 4-ohm impedance, dual-woofer system, and large dynamic envelope nevertheless reward an amplifier with strong current delivery and control. Sonus Faber recommends 50 to 450 watts per channel without clipping.
These reference floorstanding speakers are best suited to medium-to-large listening rooms where they can be positioned with adequate space from surrounding boundaries. Careful setup helps the Amati G5 develop its expansive soundstage, convincing image depth, and full bass extension. Audio Exchange can assist with amplifier selection, room placement, cabling, delivery, and complete system design.
Italian Finish Options
Amati G5 is available in Graphite Wood, Wenge Wood, and Red Wood, each complemented by Italian leather and polished metal detailing. Natural variation in the wood grain makes every matched pair visually distinctive.
Technical Specifications
| System | 3.5-way floorstanding loudspeaker |
|---|---|
| Tweeter | 28 mm DAD Arrow Point soft dome with neodymium motor |
| Midrange | 150 mm driver with neodymium motor in sealed Intono chamber |
| Woofers | Two 220 mm drivers with Dual Drive Motor System |
| Crossover Frequencies | 200 Hz, 270 Hz, and 2,200 Hz; Phase Coherent Level 3 |
| Frequency Response | 28 Hz–35,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 91 dB SPL (2.83 V/1 m) |
| Nominal Impedance | 4 ohms |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 50–450 watts per channel, without clipping |
| Connections | Four binding posts for Mid-High and Low sections |
| Bass Loading | Stealth Ultraflex vented enclosure |
| Decoupling | ZVT mechanical grounding system with spikes |
| Dimensions | 1176 H × 411 W × 512 D mm (46.3 × 16.2 × 20.1 in) each |
| Weight | 61 kg / 134.5 lb each |
| Finishes | Graphite Wood, Wenge Wood, or Red Wood with Italian leather |
Sonus Faber Amati G5 Price and What Is Included
The listed Amati G5 price of $43,000 is for one matched stereo pair. Contact Audio Exchange for current finish availability, freight or installation arrangements, listening appointments, and system-matching recommendations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Sonus Faber Amati G5 cost?
The current U.S. retail price is $43,000 per matched pair.
Are Amati G5 speakers sold individually?
No. The listed price is for a matched stereo pair.
What amplifier power is recommended?
Sonus Faber recommends 50 to 450 watts per channel without clipping. Amplifier quality and current delivery are as important as the headline wattage.
What finishes are available?
Amati G5 is offered in Graphite Wood, Wenge Wood, and Red Wood with Italian leather accents.
How large and heavy is each speaker?
Each cabinet measures approximately 46.3 inches high, 16.2 inches wide, and 20.1 inches deep, and weighs 134.5 pounds.
What size room suits the Amati G5?
Its full-range bass capability and large soundstage are most easily realized in medium-to-large rooms with enough space for careful placement. Audio Exchange can help evaluate room dimensions and placement options.
Can the Amati G5 be bi-wired or bi-amped?
The rear panel provides separate Mid-High and Low binding-post sections for compatible wiring configurations.
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