New SF speakers coming

**Esteban** · April 29, 2013, 07:54 AM

New SF speakers - to be announced at the Munich show in May. I'm personally very interested in what some are saying might be the new Cremona line. Glad I waited on the old M's. Hopefully the new ones retain the classic, timeless beauty of the originals, along with the maple finish. Loved what looked like a stitched leather top (instead of the chrome/metal in some of the new models) in the preview... Nice touch!

**Mike** · April 29, 2013, 08:00 AM

The infamous Aida mini that's been speculated perhaps?

**Esteban** · April 29, 2013, 08:10 AM

Apparently it will be a monitor version of the Aida, yes, and a new Cremona model, maybe even a new Cremona line... We'll know in about a week.

**highEndguy** · April 29, 2013, 08:19 AM

My sources said to me that the mini
Aida is a full range version to compete with the Alexia / Q5 etc..

**Mike** · April 29, 2013, 09:23 AM

Sonus Faber is hitting it out of the park these days - covering all the possible market areas. Venere to Aida and everything in between.

**joeinid** · April 29, 2013, 09:24 AM

This is very exciting.

**Dewster** · April 29, 2013, 10:27 AM

I can't wait to see what it look & sound like..

**joeinid** · April 29, 2013, 10:45 AM

Originally Posted by Esteban

Apparently it will be a monitor version of the Aida, yes, and a new Cremona model, maybe even a new Cremona line... We'll know in about a week.

I can't wait to see what's coming also

**iamhifi** · April 29, 2013, 11:33 AM

We can't wait, can we
Angel

**metaphacts** · April 29, 2013, 12:02 PM

Lots of speculation on the web. Will be interesting to hear the reaction once everyone sees what's actually coming.

**joeinid** · April 29, 2013, 12:23 PM

Originally Posted by metaphacts

Lots of speculation on the web. Will be interesting to hear the reaction once everyone sees what's actually coming.

I am sure whatever it is will be VERY nice

I still have my eye on a couple of the current models so it does not really matter to me.

**AudioSalon** · April 29, 2013, 03:37 PM

Will be interesting seeing what new designs come out from Sonus Faber, love what they did with the Futura. A blend of new and traditional designs, Cremona updating would be on my radar.

**Dewster** · April 29, 2013, 05:44 PM

Bill need to spill the beans!!!!

**Sean** · April 29, 2013, 05:53 PM

Originally Posted by joeinid

This is very exciting.

+1!

**AudioSalon** · April 29, 2013, 06:24 PM

Bill only spills fuel on speculation.

**Dewster** · April 29, 2013, 06:41 PM

Originally Posted by AudioSalon

Bill only spills fuel on speculation.

Can I bribe him with this fuel?

**metaphacts** · April 29, 2013, 06:45 PM

Originally Posted by Dewster

Can I bribe him with this fuel?

What if I told you I don't know what's coming?

**joeinid** · April 29, 2013, 06:50 PM

Originally Posted by metaphacts

What if I told you I don't know what's coming?

Then you only get to smell the cork

**Dewster** · April 29, 2013, 07:01 PM

Originally Posted by joeinid

Then you only get to smell the cork

Bill had one already, guess I have to up the dosage this time for it to work..

**AudioSalon** · April 29, 2013, 07:33 PM

You up the dosage and the price of the speakers will be surpassed.

**Dewster** · April 29, 2013, 08:13 PM

Originally Posted by AudioSalon

You up the dosage and the price of the speakers will be surpassed.

I have a '06 bottle with your name on it also John

**metaphacts** · April 30, 2013, 02:24 PM

Originally Posted by AudioSalon

You up the dosage and the price of the speakers will be surpassed.

Nah, all the speakers, whatever they are, would still be more - unless Dewey's working on an overdose!

**Dewster** · April 30, 2013, 02:59 PM

Originally Posted by metaphacts

Nah, all the speakers, whatever they are, would still be more - unless Dewey's working on an overdose!

An overdose could be arranged if you can find more time..

**metaphacts** · April 30, 2013, 09:44 PM

Originally Posted by Dewster

An overdose could be arranged if you can find more time..

You're going to kill me this weekend.

**Dewster** · April 30, 2013, 10:16 PM

After giving some thoughts, my guess is this going to be the replacement for the Cremona.

**Esteban** · May 7, 2013, 03:14 PM

This was posted/leaked both on YouTube and other message boards. Looks promising! I love the stitched leather top. Now the question is how much more expensive than the Cremona will this new line retail for?

**joeinid** · May 7, 2013, 03:18 PM

Beautiful.

Would these be above or below the Futura? Hmmmmm.

**Dewster** · May 7, 2013, 03:29 PM

Originally Posted by Esteban

This was posted/leaked both on YouTube and other message boards. Looks promising! I love the stitched leather top. Now the question is how much more expensive than the Cremona will this new line retail for?

So I'm not too far off on my prediction of Cremona replacement??

**VT Skier** · May 7, 2013, 04:07 PM

This one will have to be above the Futura. Stitched leather, rear-firing tweeter? Expensive but less than the Aida.

$50ish to compete with Alexia?

There may also be some lower-end models announced. Who knows? I think Joe needs to fly to Munich, send back some reports.

**joeinid** · May 7, 2013, 04:31 PM

Originally Posted by VT Skier

It will have to be above the Futura. Stitched leather, rear-firing tweeter? Expensive but less than the Aida.

$50ish to compete with Alexia?

Thanks Jon,

This is getting exciting!

**VT Skier** · May 7, 2013, 04:34 PM

Maybe Bill can have your name stitched on a pair: "Made Especially for Joe"

**joeinid** · May 7, 2013, 04:37 PM

Originally Posted by VT Skier

Maybe Bill can have your name stitched on a pair: "Made Especially for Joe"

Might make it tougher to sell them

Ha!

**tunes** · May 7, 2013, 04:39 PM

Beautifully finished. Looking forward to learning more about this speaker. As usual, there is a degree of anticipation driving interest in the SF advertising campaign. I like it, a la Steve Jobs infamous line at the end of his product announcements "oh and another thing..." While I love the teaser mini-videos, would drop the barefooted red-head touching everything gingerly and drop the shots of marble statues. The lighting and scenery is enough to situate the viewer, then let's explore the speakers, not someone's barefeet

OK, I digress. Really looking forward to thoughts of those that have listened to these speakers!

**the professor** · May 7, 2013, 04:54 PM

sure do look nice

can't wait until some reports come in from Munich

**AudioSalon** · May 7, 2013, 06:00 PM

Will be very interesting if it is a Cremona replacement or just a new line, either way my order is in.

**Dewster** · May 7, 2013, 06:17 PM

Originally Posted by AudioSalon

Will be very interesting if it is a Cremona replacement or just a new line, either way my order is in.

Can't wait to see what you have to say about them John..

I'm guessing maybe these would go between $22k - $26k price range..

**AudioSalon** · May 7, 2013, 06:27 PM

Why take my word, single malts in the Biltmore lobby are waiting after a listening session Dewey.

**Dewster** · May 7, 2013, 06:29 PM

Originally Posted by AudioSalon

Why take my word, single malts in the Biltmore lobby are waiting after a listening session Dewey.

I'm working on getting the approval John!!!

**AudioSalon** · May 7, 2013, 06:33 PM

Best way is to bring her along, she can do some real damage at Village of Merrick Park a 1/2 mile up the road.

Village of Merrick Park - Upscale Shopping, Dining, Entertainment in Miami / Coral Gables, Florida

**Dewster** · May 7, 2013, 06:41 PM

Originally Posted by AudioSalon

Best way is to bring her along, she can do some real damage at Village of Merrick Park a 1/2 mile up the road.

Village of Merrick Park - Upscale Shopping, Dining, Entertainment in Miami / Coral Gables, Florida

Oh I'm thinking of the Dr. visit lol

**wizard** · May 8, 2013, 07:53 AM

**joeinid** · May 8, 2013, 08:52 AM

Very nice

**Mike** · May 8, 2013, 09:01 AM

Beauties! But where do they sit in the line? To replace Cremona? Between Cremona and Futura or between Futura and Aida? Any idea of MSRP? Size/dimensions?

**Esteban** · May 8, 2013, 10:15 AM

Originally Posted by Mike

Beauties! But where do they sit in the line? To replace Cremona? Between Cremona and Futura or between Futura and Aida? Any idea of MSRP? Size/dimensions?

On their facebook page, Sonus faber just announced that the Olympica is in fact a brand new line and not a replacement for the Cremona.

**Mike** · May 8, 2013, 10:20 AM

Thanks. I'm still wondering where it "fits" in their already rather crowded line. They need something in between the Futura and Aida IMO more than they need yet another new line.

**Esteban** · May 8, 2013, 10:24 AM

Originally Posted by Mike

Thanks. I'm still wondering where it "fits" in their already rather crowded line. They need something in between the Futura and Aida IMO more than they need yet another new line.

I agree it's getting a little crowded in there, but I assume the Toy line will be entirely replaced by the Venere line (a shame), the Liuto line will probably be dropped altogether (tricky price segment, plus they were never really that popular), and the Olympica line will, as you say, more than likely be placed below the Aida... We will find out soon!

**Dewster** · May 8, 2013, 10:48 AM

Originally Posted by Esteban

I agree it's getting a little crowded in there, but I assume the Toy line will be entirely replaced by the Venere line (a shame), the Liuto line will probably be dropped altogether (tricky price segment, plus they were never really that popular), and the Olympica line will, as you say, more than likely be placed below the Aida... We will find out soon!

Esteban,

I honestly do not see the Oympica is a line below Aida and above the Futura.. It's nice looking speakers, but in no way it is worth more than $26k to me..

**wizard** · May 8, 2013, 01:36 PM

**highEndguy** · May 8, 2013, 01:36 PM

I believe also is between Cremona and the Amati

**wizard** · May 8, 2013, 01:37 PM

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