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Overview

AN ENDURING LEGACY

The original Il Cremonese takes its name from renowned Italian luthier Antionio Stradivari’s most famous creation: a masterpiece violin lauded for its great vitality and surprising tonal balance. The innate versatility of the electroacoustic configuration of the original speaker revealed it to be a very effective bench test for new technological advancements. The result: complete sound neutrality, without resonance or coloration.

A pair of Sonus faber Il Cremonese Ex3me speakers showcasing the front and back sides in Red Violin high gloss wood.

ACOUSTIC ELEGANCE FROM TOP TO BOTTOM

Il Cremonese Ex3me speakers are designed to deliver an uncompromisingly precise and transparent sound, without any interpretation of the musical message. This makes the speakers suitable as an extremely high-performance professional studio monitor. Il Cremonese Ex3me combines elements from the original project, such as midrange and woofers, with cutting-edge solutions to create Sonus faber’s 30th anniversary concept speakers.

SONIC ELEGANCE TAKES SHAPE

The Il Cremonese Ex3me loudspeaker maintains the quintessential and recognizable “Rhomboidal Diamond Design” of the original model. The cabinet's 5-sided shape breaks the rules of the traditional lute or lyre shape, resulting in cleaner lines and a more modern design. The absence of parallel walls removes standing waves and internal reflections that could compromise the acoustic characteristics of the speaker. To further strengthen the cabinet, two “Dampshelves” made from solid billet aluminum at the top and bottom of the speaker increase rigidity, lower resonance, and reduce spurious noise to preserve the purity of the musical message.

Aerial view of Sonus faber Il Cremonese Ex3me speakers showcasing the distinctive Rhomboidal Diamond Design.

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Il Cremonese ex3me Specs 
Highlights

Il Cremonese ex3me Specs 
Highlights

System3.5 way, full para-aperiodic vented box
Sensitivity92 dB SPL (2.83V/1 m)
Frequency response25 Hz – 35000 Hz

ANNIVERSARY CONCEPT MODEL

Il Cremonese Ex3me’s revolutionary neutral sound enhances the underlying design concepts of the original Il Cremonese through novel electroacoustic innovations.

CLARITY AND INGENUITY

Black and white tech rendering of the Sonus faber Il Cremonese Ex3me speaker, showcasing its sleek and elegant design.
Front black and white tech drawing of the Sonus faber Il Cremonese Ex3me speaker, highlighting its intricate design.
Side black and white tech drawing of the Sonus faber Il Cremonese Ex3me speaker, showcasing its clean and elegant design.
Black and white aerial tech drawing of the Sonus faber Il Cremonese Ex3me, showcasing the Rhomboidal Diamond Design.
Specifications
System
3.5 way, full para-aperiodic vented box
Loudspeakers
Tw: Ø 30 mm, Diamond Like Carbon Beryllium dome diaphragm.Md: Ø 180 mm, M18 XTR-04 Neodymium Magnet System, W: Ø 2x180 mm W18XTR-12, Sw: Ø 2x220 mm Nanocarbon Fiber/Nomex HoneycombLong Throw Subwoofer.
Crossover Points
80, 250, 2500 HzPremium High-End components
Frequency response
25 Hz – 35000 Hz
Sensitivity
92 dB SPL (2.83V/1 m)
Nominal impedance
4 Ohm
Recommended power amplifier
100W - 800W, undistorted signal
Connectivity
4 connectors binding post: Mid-Hi, Low
Decoupling Systems
ZVT
Product dimensions (HxWxD)
1449 x 398 x 621 mm / each57 x 15.6 x 24.5 in / each
Dimensions with packaging (HxWxD)
1770 x 600 x 800 mm / each69.7 x 23.6 x 31.5 in / each
Weight
84 kg / each185.2 lb / each
Packaging weight
123,5 kg / each272.3 lb / each
Cabinet
Double curvature - Lute shapeHigh gloss woodBlack leatherAluminum
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