Audemars Piguet Supersonnerie 2026: Three New Minute Repeaters Redefine Acoustic Haute Horlogerie

November 8, 2026 | Prestige Calibers Editorial

Audemars Piguet has opened November with a remarkable statement in high-end watchmaking, introducing three new Minute Repeater Supersonnerie timepieces across its iconic Royal Oak and contemporary Code 11.59 collections.

Announced on November 2, 2026, the new releases showcase the manufacture's continued commitment to one of traditional watchmaking's most technically demanding complications: the minute repeater.

The three watches share the manually wound Calibre 2953 and Audemars Piguet's patented Supersonnerie acoustic technology, but each offers a distinctly different interpretation of the complication. Two models bring the familiar architectural language of the Royal Oak to titanium and 18-carat pink gold, while the third presents a more contemporary expression through the 41mm Code 11.59 in white gold.

Beyond their precious materials and sophisticated movements, these watches represent something particularly important in modern haute horlogerie: the ability to refine a centuries-old complication through contemporary engineering.

Here is a closer look at the three new Audemars Piguet Supersonnerie references, the technology behind their distinctive sound and what makes them significant for collectors.

Audemars Piguet Supersonnerie 2026: Three New References

The November 2026 releases consist of two Royal Oak Minute Repeater Supersonnerie models and one Code 11.59 Minute Repeater Supersonnerie.

All three are powered by the same in-house Calibre 2953, featuring hours, minutes, small seconds and a minute repeater mechanism.

1. Royal Oak Minute Repeater Supersonnerie – Titanium

Reference: 26591TI.OO.1252TI.08

The titanium edition offers the sportiest and most contemporary interpretation of the three new releases.

Its 42mm titanium case is paired with a smoked green dial featuring a satin-finished sunburst motif. The gradient effect creates visual depth, while the integrated titanium bracelet maintains the distinctive proportions and architectural character of the Royal Oak.

The dial incorporates a small seconds counter at six o'clock, complemented by 18-carat gold hour markers and white gold hands filled with luminescent material.

Titanium is particularly appropriate for a complicated watch of this nature. Its relatively low weight helps balance the substantial dimensions of the case, while its understated metallic appearance gives the watch a technical rather than overtly decorative character.

Technical specifications:

• Reference: 26591TI.OO.1252TI.08

• Collection: Royal Oak

• Case material: Titanium

• Case diameter: 42mm

• Case thickness: 14mm

• Dial: Smoked green, satin-finished sunburst

• Bracelet: Integrated titanium bracelet

• Movement: Hand-wound Calibre 2953

• Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds, minute repeater

• Power reserve: 72 hours

• Water resistance: 20 metres

This reference is particularly interesting for collectors who appreciate the Royal Oak's industrial design language but want something significantly more technically sophisticated than a conventional time-only or chronograph model.

2. Royal Oak Minute Repeater Supersonnerie – Pink Gold

Reference: 26591OR.OO.1252OR.01

The second Royal Oak takes a considerably warmer approach.

Crafted entirely in 18-carat pink gold, including its integrated bracelet, the 42mm case is paired with a brown Grande Tapisserie dial.

The combination of precious metal and traditional Royal Oak dial decoration gives the watch a more classical appearance than its titanium counterpart.

However, the underlying mechanical architecture remains identical. The pink gold edition uses the same manually wound Calibre 2953 and incorporates the same Supersonnerie acoustic construction.

The use of pink gold is particularly noteworthy. It introduces a precious-metal interpretation to the Royal Oak Supersonnerie family, bringing together the recognisable design of the Royal Oak with the traditional prestige of gold minute repeaters.

Technical specifications:

• Reference: 26591OR.OO.1252OR.01

• Collection: Royal Oak

• Case material: 18-carat pink gold

• Case diameter: 42mm

• Case thickness: 14mm

• Dial: Brown Grande Tapisserie

• Bracelet: Integrated 18-carat pink gold bracelet

• Movement: Hand-wound Calibre 2953

• Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds, minute repeater

• Power reserve: 72 hours

• Water resistance: 20 metres

Among the three releases, this is arguably the most traditional interpretation of the Supersonnerie concept, combining precious-metal construction with one of the Royal Oak's most recognisable dial patterns.

3. Code 11.59 Minute Repeater Supersonnerie – White Gold

Reference: 26395BC.OO.D009CR.01

The third release takes the Supersonnerie complication in a different direction.

Rather than using the angular architecture of the Royal Oak, Audemars Piguet places the movement inside a 41mm Code 11.59 case crafted from 18-carat white gold.

The defining feature is the smoked sapphire dial.

Its partially transparent construction reveals elements of the movement beneath, creating a visual connection between the external design and the mechanical complexity responsible for producing the watch's acoustic performance.

The dial is complemented by a silver-toned inner bezel, white gold hands and a small seconds display.

Unlike the two Royal Oak models, the Code 11.59 is delivered on a grey alligator leather strap with a white gold folding clasp.

Technical specifications:

• Reference: 26395BC.OO.D009CR.01

• Collection: Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet

• Case material: 18-carat white gold

• Case diameter: 41mm

• Case thickness: 13.6mm

• Dial: Smoked sapphire

• Strap: Grey alligator leather

• Clasp: White gold folding clasp

• Movement: Hand-wound Calibre 2953

• Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds, minute repeater

• Power reserve: 72 hours

• Water resistance: 20 metres

The Code 11.59 edition may be the most visually distinctive of the three. Its smoked sapphire dial and more contemporary case architecture make the mechanical and acoustic character of the watch part of its overall aesthetic.

Inside Calibre 2953: The Movement Powering All Three Watches

At the heart of the 2026 Supersonnerie releases is the in-house Calibre 2953, a manually wound movement specifically designed to operate the minute repeater mechanism.

Audemars Piguet Calibre 2953 minute repeater movement

Despite the differences in case materials and design, all three references share the same technical foundation.

The movement consists of 362 components and 32 jewels, measures 30mm in diameter and has a thickness of just 6mm.

Its specifications include:

Specification	Calibre 2953
Movement type	Manual winding
Diameter	30mm
Thickness	6mm
Components	362
Jewels	32
Frequency	21,600 vibrations per hour
Frequency in Hz	3 Hz
Power reserve	72 hours
Complications	Minute repeater
Additional functions	Hours, minutes, small seconds

A 72-hour power reserve is particularly useful for a complicated manually wound watch, allowing it to run for three days when fully wound.

However, the real engineering achievement lies in the minute repeater mechanism itself.

A minute repeater must translate the exact time into an audible sequence of mechanical sounds. This requires precise coordination between the movement's components, hammers, gongs and regulating mechanism.

The Calibre 2953 brings this sophisticated complication together with the additional acoustic engineering of the Supersonnerie system.

What Is Audemars Piguet Supersonnerie Technology?

The minute repeater is among the most respected complications in traditional mechanical watchmaking.

Unlike a conventional watch, which communicates the time visually, a minute repeater allows its wearer to hear the time through a sequence of mechanical chimes.

When activated using a slide mechanism on the side of the case, the watch produces a combination of sounds representing the current time.

The system works through three distinct elements:

• Hours: Indicated by low-pitched chimes.

• Quarter hours: Indicated by combinations of low and high notes.

• Minutes: Indicated by high-pitched chimes.

A minute repeater must therefore translate the displayed time into a carefully coordinated acoustic sequence.

The challenge is not simply making a watch produce sound. It is achieving a clear, harmonious and consistent tone within an extremely compact mechanical construction.

This is where Audemars Piguet's Supersonnerie technology becomes particularly interesting.

How Supersonnerie Improves the Sound

Traditional minute repeaters generally attach their gongs directly to the movement's mainplate.

Audemars Piguet approached the problem differently.

Following eight years of research and development in collaboration with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL), the manufacture developed a patented acoustic architecture designed to improve sound transmission and amplification.

Rather than relying exclusively on the traditional arrangement, Supersonnerie uses a specially engineered soundboard structure.

The gongs transmit their vibrations to this acoustic component, allowing the case construction to act more like the resonating body of a musical instrument.

Audemars Piguet compares the principle to the upper body of a guitar.

The specially developed case construction is designed to reduce unwanted sound absorption and improve the transmission of vibrations through the watch.

The caseback also incorporates openings that help sound escape from the movement.

The result is a more sophisticated approach to the acoustic performance of a mechanical watch, focusing on sound quality, tone and amplification.

Importantly, the system is not simply about increasing volume. The clarity and quality of the chimes are equally essential.

From the Royal Oak Concept to the 2026 Collection

The Supersonnerie concept has an important history within Audemars Piguet.

The technology was developed through an eight-year research programme and presented to the wider watchmaking world through the Royal Oak Concept Supersonnerie in 2016.

This original project demonstrated how traditional minute repeater architecture could be re-engineered to improve acoustic performance.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Supersonnerie 2016

The subsequent development of Supersonnerie models brought the technology into increasingly diverse expressions of high-end watchmaking.

The 2026 releases represent another step in that evolution.

By introducing the same acoustic complication into two Royal Oak references and a Code 11.59 model, Audemars Piguet demonstrates that the technology is not limited to one particular case design.

Instead, it has become an important part of the manufacture's broader expertise in complicated chiming watches.

Minute Repeater vs Grande Sonnerie: What Is the Difference?

Although both complications belong to the family of chiming watches, they operate differently.

A minute repeater is activated on demand. The wearer operates a slide or lever, and the mechanism audibly indicates the current hours, quarter hours and minutes.

A Grande Sonnerie, by comparison, can automatically strike the hours and quarter hours as time passes, without requiring the wearer to activate the mechanism.

This automatic operation makes the Grande Sonnerie an especially demanding complication, requiring additional mechanical architecture and precise coordination.

The Supersonnerie designation refers to Audemars Piguet's acoustic technology. It should not be confused with Grande Sonnerie or treated as a separate timekeeping complication.

The 2026 references discussed in this article are Minute Repeater Supersonnerie watches, not Grande Sonnerie models.

Why the 2026 Supersonnerie Releases Matter to Collectors

The significance of these three watches extends beyond their technical specifications.

They bring together several characteristics that are particularly important in the high-end collector market.

1. A highly specialised complication

Minute repeaters remain among the most technically demanding complications in traditional mechanical watchmaking. Their production requires specialised expertise in movement construction, acoustics and final adjustment.

2. Distinctive technical architecture

Supersonnerie is not simply a decorative designation. It represents a patented approach to the acoustic construction of a minute repeater, developed through extensive research and engineering.

3. Three different design interpretations

The titanium Royal Oak, pink gold Royal Oak and white gold Code 11.59 offer three different visual approaches to the same underlying complication.

Collectors can choose between a contemporary sports-watch aesthetic, a traditional precious-metal Royal Oak or a more architectural Code 11.59 design.

4. Shared mechanical foundations

All three models use Calibre 2953, creating an interesting comparison between different case materials, proportions and dial constructions without changing the underlying movement architecture.

5. A continuation of Audemars Piguet's watchmaking heritage

The releases connect contemporary engineering with the manufacture's long history of chiming watches and complicated mechanical movements.

For collectors, these characteristics make the 2026 Supersonnerie models particularly interesting examples of modern haute horlogerie.

Explore Audemars Piguet Minute Repeaters at Prestige Calibers

The 2026 Supersonnerie releases also provide an opportunity to explore the broader world of Audemars Piguet minute repeaters.

At Prestige Calibers, our Audemars Piguet selection includes both contemporary and discontinued references, covering some of the manufacture's most technically interesting collections.

For collectors interested in chiming complications, one particularly relevant model currently featured in our catalogue is the:

Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Minute Repeater Supersonnerie – Ref. 26395NR.OO.D002KB.01

This earlier Code 11.59 Supersonnerie offers another interpretation of Audemars Piguet's acoustic technology, with a 41mm case combining black ceramic and rose gold, a sapphire dial and the manually wound Calibre 2953.

Explore the Code 11.59 Minute Repeater Supersonnerie at Prestige Calibers.

You can also explore our wider selection:

• Audemars Piguet watches in Dubai

• Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 collection

Whether you are looking for a contemporary Royal Oak, a technically sophisticated Code 11.59 or a rare discontinued complication, Prestige Calibers can assist with sourcing exceptional Audemars Piguet timepieces.

Final Thoughts

The three Audemars Piguet Supersonnerie releases of November 2026 demonstrate that traditional complications continue to offer significant opportunities for technical innovation.

By combining the manually wound Calibre 2953 with its patented acoustic architecture, Audemars Piguet has brought a highly specialised complication into three distinct expressions of modern watch design.

The titanium Royal Oak offers a contemporary interpretation, the pink gold edition emphasises traditional luxury, and the white gold Code 11.59 presents a more architectural and mechanically expressive aesthetic.

All three share the same essential achievement: transforming the indication of time into an acoustic experience through sophisticated mechanical engineering.

For collectors who appreciate the intersection of technical innovation, traditional craftsmanship and distinctive design, the 2026 Supersonnerie collection is one of the most interesting Audemars Piguet releases of the year.

Prestige Calibers Editorial — Independent insights into exceptional luxury watches and haute horlogerie.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Audemars Piguet Supersonnerie?

Supersonnerie is Audemars Piguet's patented acoustic technology for minute repeater watches. Developed over eight years in collaboration with EPFL, it uses a specially engineered soundboard and case construction to improve the transmission, clarity and resonance of the chimes.

What are the three new Audemars Piguet Supersonnerie references for 2026?

The three references introduced in November 2026 are:

• Royal Oak 26591TI.OO.1252TI.08 in titanium.

• Royal Oak 26591OR.OO.1252OR.01 in 18-carat pink gold.

• Code 11.59 26395BC.OO.D009CR.01 in 18-carat white gold.

Which movement powers the 2026 Audemars Piguet Supersonnerie watches?

All three models use the manually wound in-house Calibre 2953, featuring 362 components, 32 jewels and a 72-hour power reserve.

How does a minute repeater work?

A minute repeater is a mechanical complication that audibly indicates the current time when activated. Hammers strike gongs to produce different tones representing hours, quarter hours and minutes.

What is the difference between a minute repeater and a Grande Sonnerie?

A minute repeater sounds the time when manually activated. A Grande Sonnerie can automatically strike the hours and quarter hours as time passes.

Is the Audemars Piguet Supersonnerie a limited edition?

The three November 2026 releases are presented as new references, but an official production limit has not been established in the specifications cited here. Their production status should be confirmed with Audemars Piguet before describing them as limited editions.

Where can I buy Audemars Piguet Minute Repeater watches in Dubai?

Prestige Calibers offers a selection of new and pre-owned Audemars Piguet watches in Dubai, including complicated models from the Royal Oak and Code 11.59 collections. Availability and pricing can be requested directly through the website.