Sonic

Sonic is a Spanish pinball manufacturer created in 1972 as a brand of Segasa (Sociedad Española de Juegos Automáticos) in Barcelona, known for producing electromechanical and later solid-state machines that were exported internationally and remain prized by vintage pinball collectors and operators for their distinctive European artwork and reliable playability. During the 1970s Sonic released standout titles such as Faces (1976), Mars Trek (1977), Butterfly (1977) and Cherry Bell (1978), which showcased colorful artwork, portrait and space themes, and compact, operator-friendly layouts that helped the brand gain recognition across Europe and into export markets. While Sonic’s transition to solid-state technology was modest compared with larger American manufacturers, the company focused on build quality and attractive cabinet art, with production largely winding down by the mid-1980s as the arcade market shifted toward video games. Notable Sonic titles include Faces, Mars Trek, Butterfly, Cherry Bell and other regional releases such as Super Straight, Bird Man and Strato/Astro/Super-Flite, all of which continue to draw interest from collectors and enthusiasts of vintage European pinball.