The pattern for energetic wi-fi speaker programs from extra conventional speaker producers is gathering momentum and the newest model to launch a brand new product within the area is Sonus Faber.
We’ve already seen and been massively impressed by its Omnia wi-fi speaker, though this was extra of a one-box answer. The Sonus Faber Duetto brings Bluetooth and wi-fi music-streaming skills to a pair of extra conventional standmount audio system.
Duetto makes use of Sonus Faber’s trademark Lute-shaped picket cupboards, however the custom-designed heatsinks on the again present that these aren’t any bizarre bookshelf audio system.
Every speaker is a two-way design that includes a 0.7″ silk dome tweeter and 5.25″ paper pulp mid-bass driver. The driving force sits in Sonus Faber’s new ‘Natural Basket’ which has been designed to scale back vibrations and ease the extent of airflow the driving force produces.
Energy for every standmounter comes from a pair of amplifiers – a 100W Class A/B amp for the tweeter and a 205W Class D amp for the mid-bass unit – therefore these heatsinks.
The audio system boast a touch-sensitive interface on high that in typical Sonus Faber model is definitely comprised of leather-based. The interface is known as Senso and you should utilize it to manage set-up, quantity, and change between inputs and connections.
As was the case with Omnia you’ve additionally acquired the choice of controlling Duetto by way of Sonus Faber’s personal app.
Connectivity contains HDMI and optical digital inputs, whereas there’s additionally a built-in transferring magnet phono enter for a turntable (which can be switchable with line-level) and a subwoofer output must you need a bit of additional oomph.
Beneath the hood, there’s a suite of streaming smarts on provide, together with AirPlay, Chromecast, TIdal and Spotify. Bluetooth can be on board, whereas Duetto can be Roon Prepared ought to you’ve gotten an acceptable residence set-up.
To assist minimise latency and provides a strong and secure wi-fi connection between the audio system, Duetto additionally makes use of UWB (Extremely Huge Band) know-how – consider it as an even bigger and wider pipe for high-speed digital indicators to cross by way of.
“Duetto is a real Sonus Faber stereo system, mixing 40 years of premium speaker design, Italian model and supplies with trendy know-how and streaming options,” mentioned Chief of Design Livio Cucuzza.
Sonus Faber Duetto launches in a Walnut or Graphite wooden veneer in November for £3490 (€3999 / $3999) per pair with the non-obligatory speaker stands costing £649 (€749 / $749).
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