Sonus faber Stradivari G2 Floorstanding Speakers | The Grid

An Icon Reimagined. Twenty Years in the Making.

Some loudspeakers are designed to reproduce music. Others become part of high-end audio history.

The Sonus faber Stradivari G2 belongs to the latter.

Introduced two decades after the original Stradivari, this second-generation masterpiece celebrates Sonus faber's 40th anniversary with a bold new interpretation of one of the company's most recognizable designs.

Inspired by the legendary Italian violin maker Antonio Stradivari, the G2 combines extraordinary woodworking, an expansive cabinet architecture, and advanced acoustic technology to deliver a listening experience defined by scale, precision, and musical expression.

Its unmistakably wide front baffle, sculptural silhouette, and luxurious Italian finishes make Stradivari G2 a statement piece in any reference listening room.

Behind that striking exterior lies a sophisticated 3.5-way loudspeaker engineered to bring the emotion of live music into your home.

A Bold New Interpretation of an Icon

The original Stradivari challenged conventional loudspeaker design with its unusually wide cabinet. The second generation carries that philosophy forward with a redesigned, pentagonal enclosure.

The distinctive front soundboard draws inspiration from traditional Italian stringed instruments, while carefully integrated aluminum elements introduce a contemporary architectural character.

The cabinet's internal non-parallel walls help prevent standing waves within the woofer chamber, reducing unwanted acoustic interference.

Every surface is meticulously finished using traditional woodworking techniques, including seven layers of lacquer that highlight the depth and beauty of the wood.

The result is a loudspeaker that looks as carefully considered as the music it reproduces.

Advanced 3.5-Way Acoustic Engineering

Stradivari G2 incorporates a sophisticated driver system designed to reproduce music with clarity, scale, and control.

28 mm D.A.D. Tweeter

A 28 mm extended-range soft dome tweeter features Sonus faber's Damped Apex Dome (D.A.D.) Arrow Point technology and a high-power neodymium motor.

The design helps control unwanted dome behavior, supporting refined high-frequency reproduction and the retrieval of delicate musical detail.

150 mm Dedicated Midrange

A 150 mm midrange driver with a neodymium magnet system handles the frequencies responsible for much of music's character.

Vocals, strings, piano, and acoustic instruments benefit from a dedicated driver and an acoustic chamber engineered specifically for midrange reproduction.

Dual 260 mm Woofers

Two substantial 260 mm woofers employ Sonus faber's Dual Drive Motor System.

The dual-gap motor architecture is designed to improve magnetic symmetry and reduce distortion, giving Stradivari G2 the foundation required for powerful, controlled bass.

With a manufacturer-specified frequency response of 25 Hz to 35 kHz, Stradivari G2 is engineered to reproduce an exceptionally broad musical spectrum.

Intono Technology: A More Natural Midrange

Sonus faber's Intono technology addresses the acoustic energy generated inside the midrange chamber.

Through carefully calibrated openings, the system channels and reduces the energy created by the driver's movement.

This approach helps manage internal resonances and reduces the need for additional crossover filtering.

The result is an acoustic environment designed to preserve the natural character and clarity of voices and instruments.

Clepsydra Technology: A Different Approach to Bass

Stradivari G2 introduces Sonus faber's Clepsydra reflex technology.

Named after the ancient water clock, Clepsydra employs a distinctive hourglass-shaped duct designed to enhance low-frequency performance while maintaining a compact internal structure.

Its downward-firing arrangement provides greater flexibility when positioning the loudspeakers in a listening room.

Combined with the non-parallel walls of the woofer chamber, the system is designed to control internal acoustic behavior and support clean, powerful bass reproduction.

 

Low Frequency Adjuster: Tailor the Bass to Your Room

One of Stradivari G2's most distinctive features is its Low Frequency Adjuster (LFA).

A rear-mounted four-pin connection system allows the listener or installer to select between three low-frequency response settings using a jumper.

This provides an additional way to tailor bass performance to the listening environment without inserting resistive elements in series with the signal.

Whether Stradivari G2 is installed in a dedicated listening room or an expansive living space, the LFA provides valuable flexibility during system optimization.

Three Iconic Italian Finishes

Stradivari G2 is available in three luxurious wood finishes, each paired with Italian leather and aluminum detailing.

Additional customization options may be available through Sonus faber. Contact The Grid HiFi to discuss finish availability and special configurations.

Key Features

• Second-Generation Stradivari: Redesigned 20 years after the original to coincide with Sonus faber's 40th anniversary.

• 3.5-Way Architecture: Advanced driver configuration for broad frequency reproduction.

• 28 mm D.A.D. Tweeter: Extended-range soft dome with a high-power neodymium motor.

• 150 mm Midrange: Dedicated driver with Intono acoustic chamber.

• Dual 260 mm Woofers: Dual Drive Motor System for powerful, controlled bass.

• Clepsydra Reflex Technology: Hourglass-shaped, downward-firing bass-reflex architecture.

• Low Frequency Adjuster: Three selectable bass-response settings for room optimization.

• Phase Coherent Level 3 Crossover: Carefully selected components and advanced filter topology.

• Pentagonal Cabinet: Non-parallel internal walls help manage standing waves.

• Seven Layers of Lacquer: Meticulously finished Italian wood cabinetry.

• Three Luxury Finishes: Red Wood, Graphite Wood, and Wenge Wood.

• ZVT Decoupling: Zero Vibration Transmission spikes for mechanical isolation.

• Bi-Wiring Connectivity: Separate binding posts for mid/high and low-frequency sections.

Technical Specifications

 

Experience Sonus faber Stradivari G2 at The Grid HiFi

A loudspeaker as distinctive as Stradivari G2 deserves a system designed around its capabilities.

At The Grid HiFi in Houston, we specialize in creating high-performance two-channel listening systems that bring together exceptional loudspeakers, carefully matched amplification, premium source components, and thoughtful room integration.

Our team can assist with amplifier selection, finish options, speaker placement, and optimization of Stradivari G2's adjustable low-frequency system.

Whether you're creating a dedicated listening room or integrating a statement audio system into your home, The Grid HiFi can help bring the entire experience together.

Contact The Grid HiFi to inquire about the Sonus faber Stradivari G2 and arrange a private consultation.