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Volume limit feature
Add the ability to set a PIN protected volume limit per zone.
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I can't believe the only way to limit the volume on Sonos is through a 3rd party device. For the price and quality of the speakers that Sonos puts out, you'd think...!
Just for comparison I had a quick look at the McIntosh RS100 Play-Fi speaker which costs $1,000.00 and it didn't mention any ability to limit volume either. Is there a certain quality and price point where you have seen this feature commonly offered by other competitors?
+1 as well.
I can't believe the only way to limit the volume on Sonos is through a 3rd party device. For the price and quality of the speakers that Sonos puts out, you'd think this would surely be something that could be developed through an administrator account for given zone(s). So that you can have others use it but not damage it (kids, family members, friends, or vacation home renters). In this day and age, a company leaving something unlocked for all to accidentally crank up or abuse (especially when it doesn't belong to them) is a bit worrysome Sonos.
I've done searches on this feature and it seems like many have been clamoring for a volume limiting function for over 3 yrs now. Does Sonos not want their customers to be satisfied? Please make this a priority!
I can't believe the only way to limit the volume on Sonos is through a 3rd party device. For the price and quality of the speakers that Sonos puts out, you'd think this would surely be something that could be developed through an administrator account for given zone(s). So that you can have others use it but not damage it (kids, family members, friends, or vacation home renters). In this day and age, a company leaving something unlocked for all to accidentally crank up or abuse (especially when it doesn't belong to them) is a bit worrysome Sonos.
I've done searches on this feature and it seems like many have been clamoring for a volume limiting function for over 3 yrs now. Does Sonos not want their customers to be satisfied? Please make this a priority!
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+1 for volume limit
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When will the volume limit be available for the kids...? 😞
Adding to this. I advertise them as a selling point for AirBnb but I don't want a guest to get me evicted or get a noise complaint from the cops. This is such a basic idea that I was blown away to see this thread going on for 5 years.
Just adding my voice to the chorus of people wanting this. I have an Autistic Niece who loves to turn the volume up using the physical buttons on the Sonos. Something that can get pretty old pretty quickly especially for my brother who also has a Sonos setup. It's basically a game for her. So if there was a way to either lock or limit volume control in some way? That'd be awesome.
Three ways this could be done that I'd be ok with:
1. A volume lock checkbox next to the volume in the app
2. A volume limiter. For example setting it to 50%, 75% or just "no louder than it currently is"
3. A simple item in room settings to disable physical buttons. There's already one for the White LED
Three ways this could be done that I'd be ok with:
1. A volume lock checkbox next to the volume in the app
2. A volume limiter. For example setting it to 50%, 75% or just "no louder than it currently is"
3. A simple item in room settings to disable physical buttons. There's already one for the White LED
fourdeadllhamas,
I'm sorry you feel this way. While I'm not a business user, I've found the setup to be ideal. It seems to me that with a little human engineering, many of your complaints would go away. And some minor electronics maintenance would take care of the rest. It's unfortunate that you feel it necessary to spread your own concerns to others that might not have the same experience as you do.
I hope that you're able to find a better solution for your specific needs.
I'm sorry you feel this way. While I'm not a business user, I've found the setup to be ideal. It seems to me that with a little human engineering, many of your complaints would go away. And some minor electronics maintenance would take care of the rest. It's unfortunate that you feel it necessary to spread your own concerns to others that might not have the same experience as you do.
I hope that you're able to find a better solution for your specific needs.
Sonos is such a dud. So many limitations. If you are using it for business as I am, it is a constant source of frustration. Not being able to control the volume with a limiter can have an adverse effect on the ambience of the space. Staff tampering with the app could be avoided with a PIN feature. Better buffering could mean the music would always stream rather than cutting out when the wi-fi connection is poor. I frequently tell other people that are setting up retail, restaurant and cafe type businesses to avoid it at all costs. It's an absolute waste of money.
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Hi everyone, thanks for all the feedback on this suggestion. I know just how startling it can be when someone accidently (or maliciously) cranks the volume way up. We don't have any plans that I can share around adding a volume lock or maximum volume to Sonos but it is a request I'll make sure to add all your interest to internally.
It's been mentioned here already, but we don't comment about future development or share a roadmap, so we can't say too much about what's coming or what's planned for the future. Right now the development team is working hard on Spotify direct control and bringing voice control to Sonos through Amazon Alexa. There's always other projects going on, but we can't pull back the curtain and let you know what they are just yet.
Thanks again for the feedback and I'll make sure it gets passed on to the team.
It's been mentioned here already, but we don't comment about future development or share a roadmap, so we can't say too much about what's coming or what's planned for the future. Right now the development team is working hard on Spotify direct control and bringing voice control to Sonos through Amazon Alexa. There's always other projects going on, but we can't pull back the curtain and let you know what they are just yet.
Thanks again for the feedback and I'll make sure it gets passed on to the team.
I maxed my connect amps by accidentally turning the volume up with the hard buttons on my phone. Fack me scared the crap out of everyone, but also real potential to damage speakers.
My 2yo did the same on my connect with 2x750w active bang&olufsen speakers in out livingroom while dining....
NEED I say we almisser shat ourselves!
SONOS PEOPLE!!! For crying out loud... say something so we know if this is being seen - or arogantly ignored?
Really great that someone solves it!!!!!!!
But since it should be only and max a few days work from Sonos and a really logical feature I still hope Sonos wakes up and implements this!
Any plans on implementing this simple feature?
I'm kind of surprised that it has not been done yet.. It will be very usefull when adding powerfull active speakers to a connect like I have done.
I really hope to see this in a near future since my oldest kid(5) now have a play1 in his room and has access to all Sonos inhouse via his iPad.
Less than 1 second. Tested with up to 10 zones grouped together, they all turn down in less than one second.
Has anyone tried this device from hush labs? How quickly does it reduce the sound once it's been increase?
My company made a very simple black box to do exactly this. Plug it into your network, it monitors all of your Sonos devices and will make sure each Sonos device does not exceed the user's preset maximum volume level. Super simple to setup via web interface. Checkout http://hushlabs.ca.
Has anyone tried this device from hush labs? How quickly does it reduce the sound once it's been increase?
My company made a very simple black box to do exactly this. Plug it into your network, it monitors all of your Sonos devices and will make sure each Sonos device does not exceed the user's preset maximum volume level. Super simple to setup via web interface. Checkout http://hushlabs.ca.
My company made a very simple black box to do exactly this. Plug it into your network, it monitors all of your Sonos devices and will make sure each Sonos device does not exceed the user's preset maximum volume level. Super simple to setup via web interface. Checkout http://hushlabs.ca.
I would really value this. With a pin code would be ideal, but even without would be amazing. I don't want to disturb the neighbours! I worked love to get a Sonos amp with out door speakers but worry I would group it and make them too loud.
Also my kids have turned the music too loud many times and it had stopped me buying Sonos 1 for their rooms& Sonos 5 for three living room as I worry out of control volume. I'm a loyal customer with TV, kitchen, study, my bedroom & bathroom covered... Give me there peace of mind to buy more!
Also my kids have turned the music too loud many times and it had stopped me buying Sonos 1 for their rooms& Sonos 5 for three living room as I worry out of control volume. I'm a loyal customer with TV, kitchen, study, my bedroom & bathroom covered... Give me there peace of mind to buy more!
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I never said it wouldn't be useful to some. I still wouldn't call the feature basic in any way.
@Chris this basic feature would be very useful for the Connect:Amps (I own 2). 40% is as loud as I ever want. 80-100% would probably damage my speakers. I hope I don't ever find out.
I use the amps as Squeezebox devices most of the time. Squeezebox has volume control/limits, access limits, kid controls and settings FYI. FFS I don't think I will be retiring my squeezebox system anytime soon.
I use the amps as Squeezebox devices most of the time. Squeezebox has volume control/limits, access limits, kid controls and settings FYI. FFS I don't think I will be retiring my squeezebox system anytime soon.
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I do not forsee any kind of pin code for volume limits being introduced by Sonos. There have been rumors of a patent for super party mode where its possible some users can be limited. We shall see but Sonos will not comment on that.
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Basic feature would be "my mouth" telling my son to turn the music down.
They do have the basic feature in that they have circuit that keeps the Play speakers from playing so loud they damage the speaker.
They do have the basic feature in that they have circuit that keeps the Play speakers from playing so loud they damage the speaker.
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What system has this "BASIC FEATURE" ... Basic feature would mean its standard with everything. I have never seen this BASIC FEATURE in any system I have owned.
Comments like that belittle your cause.
Comments like that belittle your cause.
I am so disappointed that nothing has happened in regards to this. I easily would have bought Sonos systems for my kids rooms, but without this basic feature that's not going to happen.
+1 vor this. Really would need such a Feature. Dont even need Pin protect just Basic Limit Settings
You are not going to "destroy 3 speakers." Sonos Play units are already hardware limited to prevent damage at full volume.
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