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Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  1. Introduction to the Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. The “Voice of Sonus Faber” for Perfect Dialogue<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Design: Minimalist Luxury Meets Natural Materials<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Technical Specifications and Performance Metrics<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Placement Guide: Optimizing Your Cinema Front Stage<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Why a Dedicated Centre Speaker Matters<\/span><\/li>\n
  7. Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    Introduction to the Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong><\/h3>\n
    The\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>\u00a0is the tonal anchor of the Lumina collection. In any multi-channel system, the centre speaker handles up to 80% of the audio information, including the vast majority of film dialogue. The Lumina Center CI was engineered in Vicenza, Italy, to ensure that every whisper and every shout is delivered with breathtaking realism.<\/div>\n
    As part of a revolutionary line that balances price and performance, the\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>\u00a0allows you to build a high-end cinema system that is sonically matched across all channels. Its compact, square design makes it an easy fit for media consoles, while its high-end components ensure it stands its ground against larger floorstanding towers.<\/div>\n
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    The “Voice of Sonus Faber” for Perfect Dialogue<\/strong><\/h3>\n
    The\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>\u00a0utilizes the same transducer DNA found in the flagship models of the range, ensuring that the critical “Voice of Sonus Faber” remains consistent across your front soundstage.<\/div>\n
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    Damped Apex Dome (DAD) Tweeter<\/strong><\/h4>\n
    High frequencies are managed by a 29mm silk dome tweeter. The proprietary DAD technology damps the apex of the dome to prevent anti-phase behaviour. This allows the\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>\u00a0to produce airy, transparent highs that make dialogue sound natural rather than “boxy” or processed.<\/div>\n
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    Natural Fiber Woofers<\/strong><\/h4>\n
    The dual 120mm (4-inch) mid-woofers are crafted from a custom blend of natural fibers and air-dried cellulose pulp. These drivers are specifically tuned for the\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>\u00a0to provide a warm, organic midrange that gives human voices a lifelike presence in the room.<\/div>\n
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    Design: Minimalist Luxury Meets Natural Materials<\/strong><\/h3>\n
    Sonus Faber believes that even a centre speaker should be a masterpiece. The\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>\u00a0follows the collection\u2019s iconic design language:<\/div>\n
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    • Multi-Layer Wood Baffle:<\/strong>\u00a0Available in Walnut, Wenge, or Piano Black, providing a rigid foundation.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Signature Leather Wrap:<\/strong>\u00a0The cabinet is wrapped in fine black leather, a hallmark of Sonus Faber luxury.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Stealth Reflex Port:<\/strong>\u00a0The\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>\u00a0features a front-firing port, allowing you to place it inside a TV cabinet or close to a wall without suffering from boomy bass distortion.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      Technical Specifications and Performance Metrics<\/strong><\/h3>\n
      The\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>\u00a0is engineered for high efficiency and seamless integration.<\/div>\n
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      Feature<\/th>\nSpecification<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
      System<\/strong><\/td>\n2-way shelf centre speaker system<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Tweeter<\/strong><\/td>\n29mm High Definition DAD driver<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Woofers<\/strong><\/td>\n2 x 120mm (4″) natural fiber cone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Frequency Response<\/strong><\/td>\n65 Hz \u2013 24,000 Hz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Sensitivity<\/strong><\/td>\n87 dB SPL (2.83V\/1m)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Nominal Impedance<\/strong><\/td>\n4 Ohms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Dimensions (HxWxD)<\/strong><\/td>\n169 x 524 x 213 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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      Placement Guide: Optimizing Your Cinema Front Stage<\/strong><\/h3>\n
      For the best results with the\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>, proper positioning is critical.<\/div>\n
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      1. Ear Level:<\/strong>\u00a0Try to place the\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>\u00a0as close to ear level as possible, typically directly below your television.<\/span><\/li>\n
      2. Angled Placement:<\/strong>\u00a0If your speaker must sit on a low shelf, use small acoustic wedges to angle the\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>\u00a0up toward the listeners.<\/span><\/li>\n
      3. Timbre Matching:<\/strong>\u00a0Always pair this with Lumina I\/II bookshelf or Lumina III\/V floorstanding speakers for a guaranteed seamless transition as sound pans across the screen.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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        Why a Dedicated Centre Speaker Matters<\/strong><\/h3>\n
        The\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>\u00a0is designed to solve the problem of “phantom” centre channels. Without a dedicated centre, dialogue often gets lost in the louder front left and right effects. By adding the\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>, you ensure that voices remain localized to the screen, providing a much more professional and immersive cinema experience.<\/div>\n
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        Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        Q: Can I use the Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI with other speaker brands?<\/strong>
        A: While it is possible, we recommend staying within the Lumina range to ensure that the “timber” or tonal quality of the sound is perfectly matched.<\/h4>\n

        Q: Is the grille magnetic?<\/strong>
        A: Yes, the\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>\u00a0comes with a magnetically attached black cloth grille for a clean, screw-less aesthetic.<\/h4>\n

        Q: Does it require a powerful amplifier?<\/strong>
        A: With an 87dB sensitivity, it is relatively easy to drive, though it thrives with a quality 4-ohm stable AV receiver.<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

        Unlock crystalline dialogue and seamless front-stage integration with the\u00a0Sonus Faber Lumina Center CI<\/strong>. This essential 2-way centre speaker brings the “Voice of Sonus Faber” to your home theatre, combining natural wood aesthetics with elite DAD tweeter technology. It is the definitive choice for movie enthusiasts who refuse to compromise on vocal clarity or Italian luxury.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":368,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[281],"product_cat":[91],"product_tag":[398,336,394,175,397,309,395,157,396,291,393,399,374],"class_list":{"0":"post-367","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_brand-sonus-faber","7":"product_cat-dedicated-home-cinema","8":"product_tag-2-way-speaker","9":"product_tag-4-ohm","10":"product_tag-centre-channel-speaker","11":"product_tag-centre-speaker","12":"product_tag-dad-tweeter-centre","13":"product_tag-hi-fi","14":"product_tag-home-cinema-audio","15":"product_tag-home-theatre","16":"product_tag-italian-centre-speaker","17":"product_tag-sonus-faber","18":"product_tag-sonus-faber-lumina-center-ci","19":"product_tag-walnut","20":"product_tag-wenge","22":"first","23":"instock","24":"shipping-taxable","25":"product-type-simple"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/smartcinemas.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/367","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/smartcinemas.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/smartcinemas.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smartcinemas.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=367"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smartcinemas.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/368"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/smartcinemas.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=367"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smartcinemas.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=367"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smartcinemas.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=367"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smartcinemas.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=367"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}