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Sonus Faber Olympica Nova III - Walnut Floorstanding Loudspeakers Selling my Sonus Faber Olympica Nova III floorstanders in beautiful walnut finish with original boxes, manuals, and all accessories. Purchased new. Light, careful use only in a smoke- and pet-free home. Always powered by high-end integrated amps (Luxman L-509Z). Condition: 9.5/10showroom condition with all accessories. Included:• Original boxes and packaging• Factory spikes and cloth grilles• Owner’s manual and accessories Reason for sale: System change.Pickup: Preferred (Adelaide area), or I can help arrange freight via Pack &
This is a seller’s market at A$10,500 against a typical used benchmark around A$7,842, with the upper end near A$9,086. That puts this listing clearly above the usual range, so I’d call it ambitious rather than fair value. It’s not outrageous for a premium compact speaker, but it should be justified by exceptional condition, full packaging, and ideally very low-use provenance.
What makes it worth considering is the Olympica 1’s reputation for a big, refined sound from a small cabinet: excellent imaging, natural midrange tone, and real musicality without sounding etched. If the finish is clean, the drivers are original, and the stands/grilles/packing are included, that does add value. Still, at this price I’d want proof of careful ownership and would compare against a few better-priced pairs before jumping.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Sonus faber was founded in 1983 by Franco Serblin in Vicenza, Italy, emerging from a singular vision to create loudspeakers of superior musical quality using natural materials and refined design. The company's name, Latin for "handcrafted sound," encapsulates its foundational philosophy. Serblin's early work—including the iconic Snail prototype inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's sketches—established the brand's commitment to marrying acoustic performance with sculptural aesthetics. The company's Italian heritage remains central to its identity, with production continuing in Vicenza for over four decades.
Sonus faber specializes exclusively in loudspeakers, a focused approach that has defined its market position. The brand is renowned for handcrafted wooden cabinets, violin-inspired industrial design, and signature model lines including the Guarneri Homage, Amati, Stradivari, and Aida. Early designs featured Kevlar woofers and silk-dome tweeters, though solid-wood construction became the defining material signature. Each speaker is treated as a musical instrument rather than mere audio equipment, reflecting the company's artisanal manufacturing ethos.
Sonus faber occupies the premium high-end segment of the audio market, commanding respect among discerning audiophiles and collectors worldwide. The brand's reputation rests on uncompromising craftsmanship, luxury materials, and the integration of traditional Italian design principles with contemporary audio technology. Its positioning appeals to listeners who view speakers as both functional components and interior design statements—a niche that has sustained the company's prestige and premium pricing across its four-decade history.
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