Sonus faber Amati G5 - Wenge - Red - Graphite

Description

28 mm DAD Arrow Point Tweeter with Neodymium Motor

High frequencies are handled by the 28 mm Damped Apex Dome (DAD) tweeter in Arrow Point configuration, with a high-power neodymium magnet motor. Localized damping applied to the apex of the silk dome prevents the anti-phase behavior that affects soft domes at high excursion, extending response up to 35 kHz without hardening the character. The tweeter is mechanically isolated from the main cabinet to protect it from the energy generated by the woofers.

Midrange Chamber with Intono Technology

The 150 mm neodymium-motor midrange is housed in an internal sealed acoustic chamber equipped with Intono technology. This chamber is designed to mechanically manage the internal acoustic pressure generated behind the driver cone — pressure typically responsible for the spurious distortions that contaminate the vocal range. The result: a cleaner, more legible midrange with better articulation of human voices and acoustic instruments, and a simpler and more phase-coherent electrical crossover.

Dual 220 mm Dual Drive Woofers in Stealth Ultraflex

Low frequencies are driven by two 220 mm woofers equipped with the Dual Drive motor system, an architecture that maintains rigid control over the voice coil even at high excursion. They are loaded in the Stealth Ultraflex bass-reflex system, an extruded aluminum port integrated into the rear spine of the cabinet, whose profile is optimized to minimize audible turbulence. Measured result: extension down to 28 Hz with well-damped control, even in rooms prone to bass resonance.

Phase Coherent Level 3 Crossover and ZVT Decoupling

The Phase Coherent Level 3 crossover network uses high-end components (Jantzen inductors and Mundorf capacitors) precisely aligned at 200 Hz, 270 Hz, and 2,200 Hz crossover points to ensure a stable three-dimensional soundstage. The entire structure is decoupled from the floor by the Z.V.T. (Zero Vibration Transmission) system, which uses metal and elastomer spikes to block the transfer of mechanical energy from the woofers to the floor — preventing feedback on a turntable or other vibration-sensitive sources.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why choose the Sonus faber Amati G5?

The Amati G5 is the flagship floorstanding speaker in the Homage lineup, engineered for large listening spaces that demand deep, controlled bass and uncolored midrange presence. It combines the aesthetic heritage of Sonus faber's solid wood lute shape with the acoustic precision of the Intono chamber and dual 220 mm Dual Drive woofers. Compared to the smaller Serafino G2, the Amati G5 delivers significantly higher acoustic output and deeper low-frequency extension down to 28 Hz. It requires high-current amplification to reach its full potential at 4 Ω.

What does the Intono technology actually do?

Intono is a purely physical solution to an electrical problem within the midrange driver's sealed chamber. Instead of adding complex components to the crossover network to tame the midrange's natural impedance peak, Intono uses a calibrated secondary volume to mechanically bleed off that specific resonant pressure. This mechanical correction allows the crossover to remain simple and phase-coherent. The result is a more transparent and immediate vocal presentation, with better articulation of voice textures and acoustic instruments.

How far from the wall should the Amati G5 be placed?

The Stealth Ultraflex system is highly efficient at managing airflow, but the Amati G5 produces substantial energy down to 28 Hz. It should be positioned at least 1 meter (3 to 4 feet) from the rear and side walls to avoid unwanted amplification of room resonances. Placing it too close to room corners will artificially inflate the low frequencies and muddy the lower midrange. The optimal placement requires experimentation with toe-in to maximize soundstage depth.

What amplifier is appropriate?

The Amati G5 presents a nominal 4 Ω load combined with 91 dB sensitivity. Sonus faber recommends a power range of 50 to 450 W per channel. Although the sensitivity is relatively high, the twin 220 mm woofers require an amplifier capable of delivering substantial sustained current. A high-capacity solid-state amplifier or a tube amplifier with dedicated 4 Ω output taps will maintain the required control. Four binding posts allow bi-wiring or bi-amplification.

How does it compare to the other Homage models?

Within the current Homage collection the hierarchy is clear: Guarneri G5 (2-way bookshelf model, small rooms), Serafino G2 (2.5-way floorstander, medium rooms), and Amati G5 (3.5-way floorstander, medium to large rooms). The Amati G5 is the only Homage model to offer the dedicated midrange chamber with Intono technology and dual 220 mm Stealth Ultraflex woofers. Above it, only the Suprema reference system (a multi-way separates system) goes further in the Sonus faber range.

What's in the Box

Sonus faber Amati G5 Floorstanding Loudspeakers (pair)

Magnetic fabric grilles

ZVT spikes and floor protection discs

Care kit

Owner's manual