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This is a fair ask, leaning a bit ambitious: at US$325, it sits well above the US$180 median for comparable listings and closer to the upper half of the market, though still below the US$352 75th percentile. It is not a bargain, but it is also not wildly out of line if the unit is clean and fully functional.
What makes it worth a look is the format: a 12-channel Sonamp is a practical whole-home distribution amp, and Sonance gear is generally chosen for reliable, low-drama multiroom duty rather than flash. If it’s well cared for, quiet, and includes the right power supply and any needed mounting or zone accessories, the value is in saving rack space and buying a serious installed-audio workhorse that can still be very useful.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Sonance is an American architectural audio brand founded in the early 1980s by Scott Struthers and Geoff Spencer in Southern California. The company emerged from a simple but powerful idea: that high‑fidelity sound should not compromise interior design. In 1982, Sonance introduced the world’s first in‑wall loudspeaker, effectively creating the architectural speaker category and establishing a legacy built on innovation and discretion.
Today, Sonance is best known for in‑wall and in‑ceiling loudspeakers, outdoor audio systems, and multi‑room audio solutions, rather than amplifiers, turntables, DACs, or headphones. Its product range includes residential and commercial speakers, volume controls, and related electronics designed to blend seamlessly into walls, ceilings, and outdoor environments. The brand’s “degrees of invisibility” philosophy emphasizes clean aesthetics, flexible installation, and consistent performance across diverse spaces, from luxury homes to commercial venues.
Sonance occupies a strong position in the mid‑to‑high‑end custom‑installation market, widely recognized and frequently awarded in architectural and outdoor audio. It is a go‑to choice for integrators, architects, and design‑conscious clients who prioritize both performance and visual subtlety, rather than visible hi‑fi hardware.
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