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Where should I place Sonos Era 300?

I got Sonos Arc and Sub under my TV, but I lack a rear/surround sound. So I consider buying Sonos Era 300. What do you think is the best pla...
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Home Theater and Television Recommendation Megathread

Looking for information on Sonos home theater setups? Find answers about surround sound, Dolby Digital, TV recommendations, and all the rest...
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del33Contributor I
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Can I mount Sonos Arc above TV (LG C9)?

So, basically, my question is in the topic. Thank you!

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MSterlingProdigy I
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Arc vs Beam - Placement

I bought the Beam last year for primarily to get good sound from our main TV a Samsung Q80 75”.  Loved it so far.  I didn’t want to buy the Playbar since it didn’t have the embedded Alexa which I use to play Amazon Music.  I also liked the size because it was only 26”.  I would like to consider replacing the Beam with the Arc. (I will move the Beam to another room).   The problem I am facing is size.  The Arc is 45” length.  You will see from the pics that the Beam fits nicely given the cabinet top and the angle of the TV.  The TV needs to point at an angle to be able to see correctly from the sofa.  (No, can’t move sofa).  I specifically bought this Sanus mount, because the extension arm allowed to get beyond the framing of the cabinet. I am unable to deal with the mounting/unmounting of the TV myself.  I had to hire a couple of guys to do this.  I would prefer not to have to remove it, by hiring people, just to attach a soundbar mount to the TV mount.  I am attaching some pics to sho

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eldoboContributor I
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how to balance surround sound?

I have a beam and 2 Sonos play ones. When watching movies the 2 play ones are very loud I can not hear the dialogue coming from the Center speaker on the one. Can I turn down the volume on the ones only?

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MouettesAvid Contributor I
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Problems linking SONOS surround sound system to Sony BRAVIA TV, Sony Blu-ray Theatre System and Freesat 4K box

Hello   We have a Sony BRAVIA LCD Digital Colour TV - model no. KDL-40EX713 and a Sony Blu-ray Disc/DVD Home Theatre System - model no. BDV-E870/E370 (but Sony speakers are not present as we use Sonos).  Whilst we have had these Sony products for a number of years they are both still in excellent working order. Our problem is linking our Sonos surround sound system (comprising of a subwoofer, Playbase and 2x Play:1s) and also connecting our recently purchased Freesat 4K recordable box.   When watching television the systems seems to only want to 'talk to' the Sony home theatre system and, as such, sound is not present via our Sonos surround sound system and plays only from the Sony TV speakers.  Similarly, when watching a programme on our new Freesat 4K recordable box, the sound plays once again via the Sony TV speakers only.  We have also tried to play a DVD in the Blu-ray player - once again, what used to be great surround sound is now only played through the TV speakers.   However,

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sammiecsammiecContributor III
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sonos Arc & Play 3 compatability

Does anyone know of the new Arc will be able to pair with Play 3 speakers as the surrounds? I have a playbar, sub, and (2) play 3s setup on my tv and am hoping I can just replace the playbar and not the surrounds

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OnFlight1978Contributor I
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Sonos Arc, Samsung TV (Year 2020) and Apple TV 4K

Hello Experts :-)  I apologize if this question has been asked/answered already, however I was unable to locate anything specific about my scenario on the forum.  I’ve ordered the Sonos ARC and already have the Apple TV 4K.  I am looking to upgrade my TV ...and considering a Samsung (for example:  Samsung QN65Q60T)  .  Samsung support told me they do not support Dolby Atmos.  I have a few questions below: 1 - If I connect the Sonos ARC into the eARC port on the Samsung TV, then the Apple TV 4K into another HDMI on the Samsung TV - would I be able to receive Dolby Atmos? 2 - If I connect the Sonos ARC into the eARC port on the Samsung TV and utilize the streaming Apps available on the TV itself, would it be able to output Dolby Atmos? Thank you for your time and insight.  

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Airgetlam
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xs2thomaTrending Lyricist I
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Phantom center for Sonos AMP

Can the Sonos AMP generate a phantom center speaker with an “optical” tv signal or is this only possible via HDMI ARC connection?

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4 years ago
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heshie75vAvid Contributor I
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What is the difference between eARC vs ARC

Is there a significant difference between eARC and ARC. I am very interested in getting the new Sonos sound bar, but my TV has ARC. Should I invest in the new soundbar with this, will I be loosing any of the new features? Thanks

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4 years ago
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editwizContributor I
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Mounting Template for Sonos ARC

Will Sonos be providing a template for the ARC Sound Bar that will assist to mounting and locating cabling penetration. I want to accurately position the Sound Bar in front of the Display. The counter top is made of hard Quartzite materials and the penetration will need to be accurate for cable routing. The installers will not have the sound bar in there possession.

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Airgetlam
4 years ago
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Tejs Dyrvig Ernst
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Sonos Architectural (in ceiling) for surround

I have seen posts from users putting these up.    Can anyone share their experience from using these for surround with the AMP?   I will be using these with a Sonos Sub for my living room in a new house because I am hoping the pivoting woofers etc. and true play will help solve some of the typical issues with in-ceiling speakers.     

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mcmartin1955Contributor I
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Continued Support for Playbar and Sub (Gen 2)

I just bought a playbar and sub (gen 2). Now that the Arc and next gen sub are coming out, how long will Sonos continue to support the playbar and gen 2 sub?

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Airgetlam
4 years ago
Fantspak
FantspakAvid Contributor I
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Dolby Atmos, Smart TV and Playbar/Playbase

Hi everyone! I know that Sonos playbase/playbar do not reproduce Dolby Atmos, but my question is: Anyone having a modern Smart TV (Atmos compatible) connected to the playbar/playbase have achieved reproduce Atmos via on air TV-transcoding to Dolby Digital 5.1??? Theoretically, it could be possible as Atmos signal is hidden via Dolby True HD and DD+, and some TVs as LG OLED permit on air transcoding of those formats to dolby digital. Anyone can prove this? or by contrast there is no way to have DD 5.1 from a Dolby Atmos signal?? Stereo will be the only option? If I am gonna invest 2,000€ in a audio setup, I would like to have at least Atmos as DD 5.1. Thanks!

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sumosuckerAvid Contributor I
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Can Beam be set to automatically regroup with existing group after watching TV?

Hi Guys,    I have been a Sonos user for a few years now (4x Sonos One’s, 4 different rooms) and I am considering upgrading my living room set up to 5.1 by utilising one of my existing Sonos One’s and buying a Beam, a sub and a One SL.  However, I want to know if there is an option to regroup my potential 5.1 set up to the existing group after the TV is switched off. I currently have my rooms permanently grouped as I like to listen to the same music in every room. I don’t want to have to manually regroup my living room to the rest of the system every time I turn the TV off. Is this a feature which has been implemented as of yet? I currently use a Panasonic sound bar in the living room that I want to replace but this feature alone is preventing me from making the purchase.    My ideal scenario would be: wake up and listen to music in every room. switch tv on and living room ungroups from other rooms and plays TV sound. turn tv off, living room regroups with other rooms and is ready to p

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lohr500Prodigy I
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Opinions on Playbase/Sub/2 x One for listening to music

Does anyone have the above set up and listen to a lot of music through it?  I want to set up a 5:1 home cinema system but I am hoping that it will also work well for listening to music. Doing this will allow me to ditch the traditional hi-fi in the room and free up space. As well as streaming from Spotify, I would probably link in my turntable & CD player as well through a Port. How well does it perform as a music player and can it crank out a high volume without distortion?   Thanks

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LFCwilsonContributor I
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5.1 Speaker positioning with corner sofa

Hi Everyone   I am looking to get the best out of my 5.1 sonos set up.  I understand that the layout of my room is not ideal with a corner sofa   See below sketch of my current plan. I have two Play 1’s sitting on Flexon stands behind the sofa and the Sub is sat on the floor next to the tv unit.   Please could you help with some speaker placement suggestions on how to to get the best out of what i have?  Even if the answer is that i am better off with just a play bar and to remove the surrounds / sub.     Also, in the current position of the Play 1’s should they be angled in slightly towards the Main seating position? Or face straight forward?   Thank you!   50 inch TV PLAYBAR SUB 2X PLAY 1’s    

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AdamYContributor II
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Sonos in Wall Surround Sound

Hi All,  After some conflicting information I’m looking for some guidance.   Essentially I had planned 2 purchase: 2 x In Wall Sonos Speakers & AMP to power 2 x Sonos One 1 x Sub   I’d planned to set these up as a Surround Sound System, with the In Wall Speakers creating the Phantom Centre Channel, and the 2 x Sonos Ones being the rear left and right.   Apparently this can’t be done?   I don’t want to purchase a Beam or Playbar as the TV currently sits on a chimney breast and the wall is flush without plug sockets. I haven’t opted for the ceiling speakers either as I want a speaker as part of the surround sound setup to have Alexa built in I can group.   Any assistance before I go spending a few 1000 is great.   Thanks,   Adam  

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TimitionesContributor I
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Speaker Placement in Gym

Hi guys, I was hoping you could help me out with placing my speakers. I have got: Playbar 2 Play 5’s Sub The room I want to put them in is 9 meters long by 8 meters wide (about 26 by 30 feet) and is further fully open with a high pointed roof. I could place the speakers over the entire length of the room on a railing at a height of 2.5 meters (8 feet) At the moment, all speakers are on top of the railing for the mirrors that I have at the end of the room at about 2 meters (7 feet) height (except the subwoofer that is on the left on the ground) I will ad a drawing of the current situation. My question is: What do you guys think is the best spot to place each speaker to get the best possible sound in the entire room?  

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4 years ago
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serravalcAvid Contributor I
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rumors new playbar

  we hope it has all the audio and video decodings   https://www.theverge.com/platform/amp/2020/5/2/21245203/sonos-upgrade-playbar-new?fbclid=IwAR19EgoXoxQ74F_qfx_0B6prL92Bj967yGu3v5FeCsDbeI4-xnmyVn_TTMc

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Ready AFAvid Contributor I
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Sub Color - White or Black Show Less Wear

I prefer the appearance of the Sub in black, but I noticed some older threads about the first generation sub’s black gloss finish getting easily scratched. Any thoughts as to whether the black or white finish will show materially less wear over time (3+ years)?

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Stanley_4
4 years ago
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Tejs Dyrvig Ernst
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Sonos Sub and 3rd party sub with Sonos AMP

Can I use the Sonos Sub am together with a wired 3rd party sub with the Sonos AMP/Connect AMP?

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Martin StevensContributor II
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Sonos playbar with S2 update

Will my Sonos playbar post 2015 be able to plat hi res music with the software and app updates coming later in the year? Thanks Martin

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Vahe
4 years ago
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McGContributor II
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Sky Q, Sonos Beam lip sync issues

Hi all,    recently purchased Sonos Beam   I have Sky Q 2TB box connected to HDMI 1 on my Samsung Q80R, with Beam connected via HDMI ARC.   audio through TV apps back to beam is perfect, no lag at all, whereas I’ve got lip sync issues when watching sky Q. my audio sky q settings are correct, DD and audio delay set to 0ms. Ive carried out a test by connecting the Sky Q box directly to the Beam and the lip sync issue vanishes, if I leave it set up like this though, I lose the Beam sound for TV apps like Netflix etc.   anyone help? Samsung didn’t want to know, said the issue isn’t with the tv.

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nik9669aSenior Virtuoso
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New products coming?

I’m sure that in the past a temporary price reduction on product has then seen new product releases soon afterwards. With the trade-in program generating some volume of sale of some of the current products, plus the price reduction on many items at the moment, and with the new controller app coming soon, will we see some new products soon, do you think? New HT products? New Play:3 and Play:5? Maybe even a Play:7? (I’m guessing at what a new, high-end speaker might be called!)  

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melvimbe
4 years ago
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JanishContributor I
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Sonos Ones not working in 5.1 set up

Hi all I have a 5.1 set up with a Samsung TV. Sonos beam, sub and two sonos ones. The system works well with music however, when playing the TV there is no sound from the two sonos one surrounds I have one of the sonos ones connected to my router as it would not set up totally wirelessly when I recently moved house and got a new internet connection. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks Janish

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method_benTrending Lyricist I
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Playbar: dropouts when the optical cable from TV is plugged.

Hi,   I have had dropouts when I stream content to my Playbar since the end of October. I have my Playbar setup as a home theatre with a sub and two Sonos One. I also have 4 more Sonos One speakers in different rooms. The dropouts only happen on the home theatre. I have never had a dropouts with the other speakers.    I spent 3 hours on the phone with Sonos Support trying different options: Playbar wired to the routeur, changing channel of the SonosNet, changing the output format of my TV, etc. Nothing work. They asked to move the Playbar in another room because the support agent thought it was cause by interference. It worked but for me it doesn’t make sense that it was cause by interference.    When I moved the Playbar in another room, I unplugged the optical cable. I figured out that the problem is when the optical cable from the TV is plugged to the Playbar. I put back the Playbar where it was (below the TV) without plugging the optical cable and then, no dropouts. The problem is r

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