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SF and Home Theater
I know that Sonus Faber has in their classic series a Center Channel speaker that goes perfectly with their Classic Line of speakers (Elipsa, Cremona, Auditor). But for those who would like to move up to the Homage line, specifically the Amatis, for their L/R speakers (when the system is used for 2 channel) or Mains (when the system is used for 5.1/7.1 applications) what option is there?
First, allow me to muse and wax concerning the reasons one would want to move up from the Sonus Faber Classic line of speakers to the Homage line (specifically the Amatis). As I consider the topic, I am immediately struck with the impression that the reasons for such a move are twofold: 1) The Amatis reportedly have a greater dynamic ability than do the Cremonas (perhaps not more then the Elipsas, but I have not read anything concerning their dynamic abilities); and 2) A move from a Cremona to an Amati can be likened unto a move from a Cremona Auditor to a Guarneri. That is there is an improvment in the sound quality of the speakers. So the reasons for a move from the Classic to the Homage (specifically the Cremona to the Amati) in my mind are both quantity and quality. Thus the dilemma; there is no Center Channel in the Homage line. One could conceivably purchase 3 Amatis, but then (for my application) any screen would be higher off the ground than desired, not to mention the fact that it is hard to find a single Amati (be it Homage or Anniversario) for sale. Additionally, a Guarneri probably would not like the demands (dynamic) that a Center channel faces, otherwise it could be used as a Center. Thus what does one do? Should Sonus Faber construct some sort of Center Channel for their Homage line? Before we answer we need to remember that other companies of similar repute certinally do. Does not Hansen have a Center to compliment their Prince, or Eggelston to compliment their Andrea III, Wilson to compliment their W/P & Sophia II, McIntosh to their XRT 1K & 2K, and B&W to compliment their 800D & 802D? Given the fact that systems have to pull a double duty in todays age, Sonus Faber should design a 3 way Homage center. But if they do not do so (which it is likely they will not) then what option is there if one wanted Amatis as mains in a theater / dedicated room? Thoughts? |
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Uberbrown, welcome to AA. As a previous owner of the Cremona Auditors and then the Guarneri Homage and having heard just about everything in their line over the past 3 years, IMHO, if you are trying to achieve an HT with SF, I would suggest that you seriously consider the Elipsa and a matching center.
My opinion on this is that the Amati, while a great speaker in it's own right is overshadowed by the Strads which in my opinion is the way to go with the Homage line. Having said that, the Elipsa has quite the dynamic range and if not exactly as refined and colorful as the Strad, it is a bit more neutral sounding but quite forgiving still. Having heard the Elipsa driven by a Krell 402 amp which has the current and control to drive them to satisfaction, my dealer has the Elipsa in an HT environment with the matching center. The combination is an excellent compromise, matched tonality across all the speakers and musical enough to be enjoyable in 2 ch as well as being great for movies/music concerts. I've often compared the Elipsa to the Strads and if it was my system that was 50/50 music/movies I would go with the Elipsa. For strictly 2 ch, I would give the nod to the Strads. |
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Uberbrown.......Welcome. Glad you found us. Lots of SF fans here.
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Dan STUDIO - McIntosh C1000C/P, MC2301 (2), MR88, Aurender N10, Esoteric K-01X, Shunyata Sigma spdif digital cable, Sonos Connect, PurePower 2000, Stillpoints, Furutech Flux 50, Michell Gyro SE, Michell HR Power Supply, SME 309, Ortofon Cadenza Black, Wireworld, Sonus faber Amati Anniversario LIVING ROOM - McIntosh C2300, MC75 (2), MR85, Magnum Dynalab 205, Simaudio MOON Neo 260D-T, Schiit Audio Yggdrasil, Aurender N100H, Shunyata Sigma USB cable, Micro Seiki DD40, Ortofon Cadenza Blue, Nakamichi BX-300, Sony 60ES DAT, PS Audio P10, Furutech Flux 50, Sonos Connect, Stillpoints, Wireworld, Kimber, PMC EB1i, JL Audio f113 VINTAGE - McIntosh MA230, Tandberg 3011A tuner, Olive 04HD, Sony DTC-59ES DAT, McIntosh 4300V, JBL 4312A |
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Good to find everyone...again. I was on a different (unnamed) forum earlier, but when I found his place, I knew I had to subscribe!
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If I were to build a HT system with Sonus Faber it would be with four Cremona M's and the Cremona CC. I believe in matching speakers all around and this would be the best chance in the SF line to do so.
I once heard this system with older Cremona's and five MC501's, it was pretty impressive. |
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So do you (being all of you) think that HomeT & SonusF might not be a good mix? That it can be done, but for the $$ could be done better with brand X (Wilson, B&W)?
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Uberbrown.......Is it the aesthetics or the sound of the SF line that piques your interest?
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Dan STUDIO - McIntosh C1000C/P, MC2301 (2), MR88, Aurender N10, Esoteric K-01X, Shunyata Sigma spdif digital cable, Sonos Connect, PurePower 2000, Stillpoints, Furutech Flux 50, Michell Gyro SE, Michell HR Power Supply, SME 309, Ortofon Cadenza Black, Wireworld, Sonus faber Amati Anniversario LIVING ROOM - McIntosh C2300, MC75 (2), MR85, Magnum Dynalab 205, Simaudio MOON Neo 260D-T, Schiit Audio Yggdrasil, Aurender N100H, Shunyata Sigma USB cable, Micro Seiki DD40, Ortofon Cadenza Blue, Nakamichi BX-300, Sony 60ES DAT, PS Audio P10, Furutech Flux 50, Sonos Connect, Stillpoints, Wireworld, Kimber, PMC EB1i, JL Audio f113 VINTAGE - McIntosh MA230, Tandberg 3011A tuner, Olive 04HD, Sony DTC-59ES DAT, McIntosh 4300V, JBL 4312A |
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Also, sometimes I think that there is a little less dynamics with the Cremonas than I would like with mooooovies, but when I put in a CD, there is plenty for me. So I am not sure if I have a problem, or just have an itch. AsI said to others, perhaps I should just sit back, quit thinking so much. I love the look of SF too. Bella Bella! |
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What are you using to drive the Cremona right now that the bass is light?
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