Sonus faber Olympica G3 Center - Walnut - Wenge

Description

The Dedicated Center Channel of the New Olympica G3 Generation

The Olympica G3 Center is the dedicated 3-way center channel of Sonus faber's new Olympica G3 generation. It is designed specifically to complete a home theater system based on the floorstanders in the series (Olympica G3 III or Olympica G3 V), ensuring absolute tonal continuity across the front soundstage. All key acoustic technologies are shared with the main models — DAD Arrow Point tweeter, Camelia midrange, sealed cork chamber, Stealth Ultraflex loading — in a horizontal format optimized for placement below or above the television. Hand-built in Vicenza.

18 mm DAD Arrow Point Silk Tweeter with Extended Frequency Response

High frequencies are handled by an 18 mm Damped Apex Dome (DAD) tweeter in Arrow Point configuration, in its extended-frequency version reaching 40 kHz. Unlike the 28 mm tweeter of the G3 III and G3 V floorstanders, the more compact 18 mm format suits the horizontal center channel chassis while preserving the same technology family. Result: open, airy, fatigue-free treble, essential for the intelligibility of sibilants and consonants in cinematic dialogue.

101 mm Camelia Midrange in Sealed Cork Chamber

The midrange — the core of vocal intelligibility — is handled by the 101 mm Camelia driver, a compact version of the 165 mm Camelia midrange developed for the Suprema reference system. Its treated paper membrane is equipped with a copper cap to reduce distortions caused by magnetic field modulation. This driver is housed in a sealed acoustic chamber lined with cork, an organic material with superior damping properties that completely isolates the midrange from the pressure generated by the woofers. Result: dialogue reproduced with a natural timbre and exceptional intelligibility, even when sound effects are intense.

Two 165 mm Woofers in Stealth Ultraflex

Low frequencies and the lower midrange are driven by two 165 mm treated paper cone woofers, same diameter as the woofers of the Olympica G3 III and G3 V to ensure acoustic continuity with the main soundstage. They are loaded in the Stealth Ultraflex bass-reflex system, which minimizes audible turbulence. Useful extension to 58 Hz, which covers the natural weight of male voices and the impact of on-screen effects; lower frequencies are typically handled by a dedicated subwoofer via the LFE channel of a home theater processor.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should it be positioned?

The ideal placement is directly below or above your display, centered on the main listening position. The wide format (70.5 cm wide, 22.5 cm tall, 21 kg) allows installation on a robust TV console, wall shelf, or on Sonus faber's optional dedicated stand. Angle the speaker slightly toward the listeners' ear height to maximize vocal intelligibility. Leave at least 20 to 30 cm of clearance from the rear wall for the Stealth Ultraflex vent to breathe; if installation in a closed cabinet is unavoidable, let the front baffle slightly overhang.

What amplifier or AV receiver is appropriate?

The Olympica G3 Center presents a nominal 4 Ω load and a high 90 dB sensitivity (2.83 V at 1 m). Sonus faber recommends a power range of 50 to 300 W per channel. Most high-end AV receivers and multichannel amplifiers rated for 4 Ω loads will drive it without issue. To extract maximum performance from the center channel during intense soundtracks, a channel amplifier with high current reserve is ideal — it maintains dialogue clarity even when the main channels are heavily loading the power supply.

Do I need a subwoofer?

Yes, for home theater use, a dedicated subwoofer is strongly recommended. The Olympica G3 Center extends down to 58 Hz, which covers the natural weight of voices and light sound effects. However, the low-frequency effects (LFE) track of a modern film regularly extends below 40 Hz, where a dedicated subwoofer (for example a Sonus faber Gravis II or III) will take over. Configure your home theater processor to redirect all frequencies below 80 Hz to the subwoofer via a standard crossover.

Is it tonally matched to the other Olympica G3 models?

Yes, and that is its very reason for being. The Olympica G3 Center shares exactly the same driver families and acoustic philosophy as the Olympica G3 III and G3 V: DAD Arrow Point extended-frequency tweeter (in an 18 mm format suited to the horizontal chassis), Camelia paper cone midrange with copper cap in sealed cork chamber, 165 mm woofers in Stealth Ultraflex. This technical continuity ensures that a character's voice does not change tonal character when panned between the main channels and the center — essential for cinematic immersion.

What's in the Box

Sonus faber Olympica G3 Center Loudspeaker

Magnetic grille

Dustproof fabric cover

Jumpers

Photo book

Owner's manual