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Proac or Sonus Faber Monitor Speakers


In general, what are the differences between these two brands? I've owned several models of Proacs in the past (Tablette line) and love them so much that I never look at any other brands now when perusing Agon for prospective buys.

I'm considering trying Sonus Faber though, they always get good reviews and have excellent build quality as Proacs do.

Any thoughts?
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jaybo
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both are really good brands, but i think the studio 100 and the D2(the new version of the response 2)are exceptional. my favorite sonus faber speakers are the older discontinued models, though the new models are pretty solid performers.
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shadorne
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Are you interested in sound quality or high quality cabinet finish? To me SF is far superior in furniture build quality than Proac. I would say if anything that Proac have the edge in sound when comparing similar priced offerings.
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I've wanted the D2 ever since I heard it in Proac's room at CES '08. Unfortunately, I can't afford a pair of those. I could, but then it's hard for me to justify the purchase.

As for build quality, there is more to it than just a pretty cabinet. Build quality plays a huge part in the overall sound of a speaker, which is one reason why Proacs sound so good. Also I like the fact that Proacs are hand-built in England, as Sonus fabers are in Italy, and they use excellent products to build them with. I'm willing to spend more for that simple fact.
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