Supercar styling meets Italian audio mastery in the new —a collaboration that fuses the bold design language of Sant’Agata Bolognese with the acoustic precision of one of Italy’s most prestigious hi-fi makers.
For years, Sonus faber has provided bespoke factory sound systems for Lamborghini’s production cars, most notably the hybrid V12 Revuelto. Drivers already familiar with the brand know that sliding behind the wheel of a Lamborghini doesn’t just deliver a visceral roar from the exhaust—it also surrounds them with a cabin tuned to deliver every note of their playlist with the same intensity. Now, the Vicenza-based company has expanded that philosophy beyond the supercar itself, reimagining one of its signature floor-standing speakers as a $130,000-per-pair work of functional art.
This isn’t merely a speaker wrapped in exotic paint—it’s a project where the DNA of two iconic Italian houses has been meticulously woven together.
The limited edition takes direct cues from Lamborghini’s most celebrated finishes. Buyers can select from five legendary hues:
- Giallo Countach – the blazing yellow forever tied to one of Lamborghini’s most famous models.
- Arancio Egon – a deep, fiery orange that nods to the bold individuality of the marque.
- Blu Marinus Matte – a rich, satin-like blue with modern sophistication.
- Verde Mercurius – a metallic green evocative of speed and vitality.
- Nero Nemesis Matte – a stealthy black that exudes understated aggression.
Each color transforms the sculptural, five-sided cabinet of the Il Cremonese Ex3me into a visual homage to the Italian supercar maker, blurring the line between audio gear and automotive art.
The name Il Cremonese is a tribute to the legendary violins crafted in 1715 by Antonio Stradivari, considered some of the most coveted instruments ever made. Carrying that legacy into modern audio, Sonus faber engineered these loudspeakers with components chosen for precision and longevity:
- A beryllium metal diaphragm tweeter capable of delivering crystalline highs with lightning-fast responsiveness.
- A 180mm natural fiber cone driver for an expressive and lifelike midrange.
- Dual 180mm woofers using Sonus faber’s proprietary sandwich cone design, blending rigidity and lightness for accuracy.
- Nanocarbon-reinforced intrawoofers that extend low-frequency output, providing deep, visceral bass without distortion.
At the system’s heart lies Paracross Topology, Sonus faber’s own crossover network. Built with premium Mundorf components, it optimizes clarity and precision while minimizing the noise floor—essentially delivering the same refinement to audio that Lamborghini brings to aerodynamics.
This collaboration is not just technical but deeply aesthetic. The cabinets feature angular, aggressive lines reminiscent of Lamborghini bodywork, subtly echoing the sharp surfaces of models like the Aventador and Revuelto. Carbon fiber accents and finishing details in Corsatex by Dinamica—a sustainable, high-performance microfiber used in Lamborghini interiors—further highlight the crossover.
Every speaker proudly carries the Automobili Lamborghini shield, cementing its dual identity as both a luxury audio product and a collectible automotive-inspired statement piece.
Because these enhancements required unique materials and structural changes, Sonus faber technicians retuned each loudspeaker by hand and by ear, ensuring that the speakers deliver the “natural” sonic signature that defines the brand.
Livio Cucuzza, Sonus faber’s Vice President of Research and Development, described the brand’s obsessive approach:
“We have a process to tune our speakers called ‘sound quality,’ which offers engineers a solid and replicable base to work on the most impalpable element of our products: the sound. The list of tracks is a secret but features a vast range of genres, including strong electronic music, symphonic tracks, rock pieces, live performances and some simple male and female vocals. Having this kind of variety is crucial in understanding if a system can sound ‘natural.’”
This artisanal “by ear” fine-tuning, paired with Lamborghini’s design ethos, ensures that the final product is as emotionally stirring as a symphony—or a V12 engine at full throttle.
The Il Cremonese Ex3me Lamborghini Edition belongs to Sonus faber’s Reference Collection, a lineup reserved for its most ambitious projects. The collection is topped by the monumental $750,000-per-pair Suprema, but this Lamborghini-inspired edition now occupies a unique position: it fuses two legendary Italian design philosophies in a way no other speaker can claim.
At $130,000 per pair, the Il Cremonese Ex3me Automobili Lamborghini Edition isn’t just an audio device—it’s a sculpture, a collectible, and an experience. For collectors, audiophiles, and Lamborghini devotees, it offers something rare: the ability to bring the drama, intensity, and artistry of a supercar into the intimacy of a listening room.
Available to order now, these speakers represent the pinnacle of Italian luxury, where speed and sound meet in perfect harmony.
