Sonus Faber Nove II or III

Primetime74, I had a very similar situation when I bought my Nova III’s. The dealer only had the V’s on display and to be honest, I was already reaching beyond what I had budgeted. I was pretty certain that the II’s would probably leave me wondering what I was missing. I knew the V’s were well beyond financial limits so I bought the III’s and have no thoughts of, if only. These deliver all the bass and clarity throughout the spectrum of sound that I can expect. In fact I really think the V’s would have been over bearing in my room. Depending on your finances, amplification etc, I would recommend the III’s and give them time to break in. Also these speakers are designed to use on either left or right, as the rear vents can effect the interaction with the room. Wait till they are fully broke in (about 300 hrs) before you try moving them. 
 

good luck and let me know what you decide 

Theo

The III is the sweet spot. 

@theo I wonder if the III's would over power my current living situation.  However,  I don't want the regret of wanting more bass down the road.  That said,  for my taste,  the Sonetto V has more than enough bass. If the Nova can match it I'm happy. The Nova V is a beast but out of my price range.  This hobby!!!

@james633 no doubt the sweetspot of the line.  Same w the V. Although the V is only a grand more than the III and 2K under the VIII.

Be aware that Sonus Faber is doing a revision on the Sonetto line and there aren't any more available. So, be cautious about the trade-in value being offered. You might do better selling on your own; assuming you kept the original boxes and packing materials. 

Nova V is $18k MSRP FR is 32Hz- 35K Hz

Nova III is $15k MSRP is the same. Both are 90db Sure, you're getting 1 addt'l driver on the V