Sonus faber - Il Cremonese Ex3me - Reference Floorstanding Speaker Pair

Created to celebrate Sonus faber's 30th anniversary, Il Cremonese Ex3me elevates the acclaimed Il Cremonese platform through groundbreaking electroacoustic innovation, advanced materials, and uncompromising engineering. Developed as a concept loudspeaker and reference-level monitoring platform, Ex3me pursues complete neutrality, transparency, and dynamic realism while preserving the artistry and craftsmanship that define the Sonus faber name.

Combining revolutionary driver technologies, a redesigned crossover network, and advanced cabinet engineering, Il Cremonese Ex3me delivers extraordinary resolution, speed, and tonal accuracy. Every element has been optimized to reproduce music without coloration, distortion, or compromise, creating a listening experience of remarkable realism and emotional impact.

Available in Red Violin High Gloss Wood with Black Inlays and Black Leather.

FEATURES

• 30th Anniversary Concept Loudspeaker
• Rhomboidal Diamond Design cabinet architecture
• 30mm Diamond Like Carbon Beryllium dome tweeter
• Dedicated 180mm neodymium midrange driver
• Dual 180mm woofers with Stealth Reflex loading
• Dual 220mm Nanocarbon Fiber/Nomex Honeycomb infra-woofers
• Completely redesigned crossover network
• Paracross Topology™ technology
• Solid billet aluminum DampShelves vibration control system
• ZVT (Zero Vibration Transmission) technology
• Handcrafted Italian construction

DESIGN

Il Cremonese Ex3me maintains the unmistakable Rhomboidal Diamond Design of the original Il Cremonese while incorporating structural and acoustic refinements developed specifically for this anniversary concept. The distinctive five-sided cabinet geometry eliminates parallel internal surfaces, minimizing standing waves and unwanted resonances that can compromise sonic performance.

Machined aluminum DampShelves integrated into the cabinet structure increase rigidity, suppress vibration, and preserve the purity of the musical signal. The combination of luxurious wood, aluminum, and leather materials reflects Sonus faber's commitment to craftsmanship while supporting exceptional acoustic performance.

TWEETER

The high-frequency system employs a 30mm Diamond Like Carbon Beryllium dome tweeter developed to deliver exceptional transparency, extension, and microdynamic performance. This advanced transducer reproduces the finest musical details with remarkable speed and accuracy while maintaining natural tonal balance and freedom from coloration.

The result is effortless high-frequency reproduction with outstanding resolution, air, and realism.

MIDRANGE & WOOFERS

A dedicated 180mm M18 XTR-04 neodymium midrange driver reproduces vocals and instruments with exceptional clarity, tonal richness, and dynamic precision. Developed according to Sonus faber's renowned "Voice of Sonus faber" philosophy, the midrange delivers a natural and emotionally engaging presentation.

Dual 180mm W18XTR-12 woofers operate within independent acoustically optimized chambers utilizing Sonus faber's Stealth Reflex loading technology. These drivers provide fast, articulate bass performance with exceptional integration throughout the lower registers.

INFRA-WOOFERS

A defining feature of Il Cremonese Ex3me is its pair of side-firing 220mm infra-woofers utilizing advanced Nanocarbon Fiber/Nomex Honeycomb diaphragms. This highly rigid, lightweight construction enables exceptional transient response, low distortion, and deep low-frequency extension.

The result is powerful, authoritative bass reproduction delivered with the speed, control, and transparency required of a true reference loudspeaker.

CROSSOVER NETWORK

The crossover network was completely redesigned to maximize integration between the advanced driver systems. Premium non-inductive resistors, air-core inductors, and Sonus faber's proprietary Paracross Topology™ work together to preserve signal integrity and reduce sensitivity to radio-frequency interference.

This sophisticated architecture lowers the overall noise floor while enhancing transparency, dynamic contrast, and musical realism throughout the frequency spectrum.

SPECIFICATIONS

System: 3.5-Way, Full Para-Aperiodic Vented Box
Tweeter: 30mm Diamond Like Carbon Beryllium Dome Diaphragm
Midrange: 180mm M18 XTR-04 Neodymium Magnet System
Woofers: Dual 180mm W18XTR-12 Drivers
Infra-Woofers: Dual 220mm Nanocarbon Fiber/Nomex Honeycomb Long Throw Subwoofers
Crossover Frequencies: 80Hz, 250Hz, 2500Hz
Components: Premium High-End Components
Frequency Response: 25Hz – 35,000Hz
Sensitivity: 92dB SPL (2.83V / 1m)
Nominal Impedance: 4 Ohms
Recommended Amplifier Power: 100W – 800W (Undistorted Signal)
Connectivity: 4 Binding Posts (Mid/High, Low)
Decoupling System: ZVT

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT

Dimensions (H × W × D): 57.0 × 15.6 × 24.5 in. (1449 × 398 × 621 mm) Each
Shipping Dimensions (H × W × D): 69.7 × 23.6 × 31.5 in. (1770 × 600 × 800 mm) Each
Weight: 185.2 lbs. (84 kg) Each
Shipping Weight: 272.3 lbs. (123.5 kg) Each

FINISH

Cabinet: Double Curvature Lute Shape
Finish: Red Violin High Gloss Wood
Accents: Black Leather and Aluminum