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Discuss Ray, Beam, Arc. Playbar, Playbase, and the entire Sonos home theater experience. Should you get a Sub Mini or a Sub? Maybe two Subs? Which Sonos work with your TV? Talk about your Sonos Home Theater experience here.

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Mb1985Contributor I
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Surround (maybe era 300) placement in Open room with bar

Not sure if this counts as advanced or not, but… I am in the process of sorting out my semi-finished basement (needs paint, and flooring basically), but I have the 40% code so want to get my Sonos before that expires. In the diagram below, the “x” = posts. We are going to have the TV either on the wall where it says “TV” with the back of the sofa against the posts, OR the right hand wall (perpendicular to where it says “TV”) and then the sofa would be perpendicular to the posts.  I have a sub, and want to add an Arc and probably era 300s. This space would be for watching movings/tv/sports with the family, but also something of an entertaining space with the bar. For example a potential use is that we host a Super Bowl party of have people over for some other event, which would see people sat at, or around the bar as well as on the sofa, etc. So… my questionsDoes having surrounds placed only around the sofa/seating area, mean sound around the bar would be poor?  Would they be better pla

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melvimbe
30 days ago
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Dave44Contributor I
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era 300 getting warm on the front!

era 300 getting warm on the front! They are ok when not running. But when running their get warm. Is it something to worry about?

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Stanley_4
27 days ago
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Sra_explorerContributor II
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Arc without sub

Thinking about picking up an arc, but I am seeing reviews that it’s not producing deep base without a standalone sub. Currently have playbase without sub, and quite happy with my setup. However wanted to get in the atmos bandwagon since I will be getting 2 era 300 as well. So what’s the verdict from the community? 

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1 month ago
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Wolf2443Contributor I
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Beam as center speaker

Hello,As already mentioned in these topics:I would like to know if it is planned to allow the Beam to be used as a center speaker. I know that it plays three channels, but a configuration switch to play only the center channel would be great.The goal is to use some other speakers for the left and right channels. Why ? Because I already have some nice speakers and I would like to combine them with the Beam.If such a configuration is possible, I will buy a Sonos Amp to connect my speakers as left and right channels. Let me emphasize that my potential purchase of an Amp is determined by the availability of this functionality.This kind of configuration (Beam + Amp) is already available for surround speakers. Making it available for side speakers would be tremendous!

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7 days ago
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kelvdonTrending Lyricist I
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Sony A80k OLED with Apple TV 4k and Playbase/Beam

I have just bought 2 A80k Sony TVs (XR-65A80K and XR55A80K). Both are set up in identical fashion with Apple TV input to HDMI 1 and an optical cable to the Playbase/beam. The Apple TV remote and the Sony remote both change volume when the Sonos is not connected, and when the Sonos is connected, the volume indicator shows as going up or down with the remotes, but no change in volume on the Sonos. We do not use the TVs for channels. We only watch content through the Apple TV.It is as though the volume settings on the tv are not being recognised by the Sonos equipment. Very frustrating to see the volume indicator moving, but no change in volume. The Sonos app changes the volume fine. The Apple Remote is no longer recognised by the Sonos, and the Sony remote is Bluetooth. So the question is does anyone have an idea how to make this work. I have tried resetting the remote (input/down for 5 secs), tried resetting the TV and setting up from scratch, and tried setting up the Sonos from scratch

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30 days ago
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DchamannContributor I
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Loud buzz through Playbar when adjusting volume on Samsung TV

When I adjust the volume on my Samsung TV, I get a loud buzzing through the Playbar for a few seconds, which then prompts the TV's Soundcare pop-up. How do I fix this?  

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28 days ago
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SoggyBasilContributor I
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Is it Sonos or Spotify?

I am sure similar issues have been answered but I would like to throw a line out anyway.I am currently traveling and have someone staying at my place where I have a Sonos home theatre system installed. Yesterday I was playing music on my Sonos roam I travel with through the Spotify app on my phone and noticed that the music kept stopping randomly (I was using Bluetooth).During the same period, I got a message from the person staying at my place saying that the Sonos System keeps stopping and skipping ant random intervals. They were playing from their own source and not using Spotify from within the Sonos app.Due to the timing of both these isolated issues, I ask myself: “Is this coincidental or is there more to this?”Could it be Spotify somehow causing the issue?Is it interference? Am I going crazy?help.   

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106rallye
1 month ago
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Gibus70Contributor I
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sonos arc

It is possible the put the Sonos arc behind the tv. The reason is that the Sonos arc will hide the bottom of the screen. thanks

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1 month ago
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tjtsContributor I
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Surround Not Working (Beam (Gen2) plus 2 x Play:1)

I have a new Beam (Gen 2) and two Play:1 speakers. All have been upgraded to the S2 platform.The Play:1 speakers work fine individually, in a stereo pair, and when grouped with the Beam.But, when I configure the Play:1 speakers as surrounds for the Beam, no sound comes from one of the Play:1’s. (Left Rear). The Beam and Play:1 Right Rear work. The light is solid white on top of all speakers. When adding the surrounds, both Play:1’s play the test tone.The problem occurs for all audio sources: TV input (optical + HDMI), Pandora, Music Library, Sonos Radio.I have removed the Play:1 surrounds three times and re-added them - after testing they work independently. Still the left rear Play:1 does not have sound. (all speakers show solid white)I have removed the Play:1 surrounds and renamed their rooms and re-added them - after testing they work independently. Still the left rear Play:1 does not have sound.I have factory reset the (left rear) Play:1 and re-added it to my account. I tested it a

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1 month ago
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Jonnydrama32Avid Contributor I
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issue with Atmos on Sonos surround only

I’m listening to the 1989 (Taylor’s Version) album that came out today and something is wrong with the mix, but only on my Sonos system (Arc+sub+2 300s). I’m using Apple Music. During the chorus, when she sings “Wildest Dreams uh uh huh,” the “uh uh huh” part raises the volume of the soundbar and is jarring. I thought this could just be the mix, but I played the same track using the same source through my Airpod pro 2nd gen and the same jarring volume bump doesn’t occur.Why is this happening? It’s difficult to listen to, and also gives me pause that Sonos isn’t properly interpreting the mix.If you want to hear what I’m hearing, go to around 1:04 on Wildest Dreams (TV) on an Atmos Sonos.  

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1 month ago
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sonnnetTrending Lyricist I
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Upgrade Advice Please? Adding Beam to ONEs and Symfonisk Bookshelf Speakers

Hi, I'm hoping for some advice on upgrading my system. I know some of these questions have been asked before, so I apologise if they seem basic. I've had a search through and read many posts but couldn't find exactly what I am looking for.I currently have two ONEs in the lounge (stereo pair, on Sanus stands) and two Symfonisk Bookshelf speakers in the kitchen (stereo pair).I am looking to buy a Beam Gen 2 for the lounge. I am thinking of bringing the Symfonisk speakers into the lounge and placing them on stands behind the sofa on either side with TV straight ahead and keeping the ONEs where they are at either side of the TV in the far corners. For TV, I would like to use the Beam as main speaker(s) and Symfonisks for Rear Surrounds. I don't think I can add the ONEs as extra speakers for TV in this set up and that's ok if that's the case (but would be nice).For Music, I would like to use the Beam, together with the ONEs (as a stereo pair) and IF POSSIBLE, also the Symfonisks. Would the

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1 month ago
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WesleyButlerContributor I
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Can't connect Sonos to wifi router

I have factory reset my Sonos devices & can't seem to get them to connect to the new router, the app can see them but can't seem to connect to the wifi & it's driving me nuts, the system is about 6 years old & hasn't been used as a surround sound set up in some time but really want it going asap, any help would be greatly appreciated. Cheers 

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ratty
1 month ago
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JPoldoianContributor I
posted in Home theater

Frame TV connected to AMP analog audio

I want to connect Frame TV to AMP?   I believe the only external input for AMP is analog RCA jacks.  What is best way to connect Frame TV audio out via fiber to RCA jacks?  The only cables I have between components are 1-coax and 1-Ethernet, no fiber our audio cables.  Would using ARC HDMI port make it easier? 

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buzz
1 month ago
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Anonymous
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Selling Sonos arc. Do I delete Sonos account first or reset the Arc to its factory setting first?

What are the recommended steps to remove account data and factory reset the Arc and in what sequence?

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jgatie
1 month ago
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Dave far-awayTrending Lyricist I
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Downmix Atmos to 5.1

I Have A Sonos Amp 4.1 Set up with MA passive speakers + Sonos 1s surrounds. I am really happy, however I feel frustrated not being able to play Atmos music, recently I found a way I wanted to share, in despite than in my opinion most Atmos mixes are not worthy for me to ditch my current set up. I would like to hear from others which other ways you have used to achieve this. I recently listened the new Atmos version of “The Dark Side of The Moon” on Amazon Music and it is impressive, it was worthy to turn on the TV just to listen to this Album.Anyway I will start a list of hardware proven to achieve Atmos downmix to 5.1:My case : Fire TV 4K, Sony TV AF9 and Amazon Music HD feeding Sonos Amp. Amazon Music settings, Ultra HD off, Spatial Audio on; Fire TV set to Surround Sound Best Available. With this combination the Sonos app recognises DD 5.1 as feed from Atmos songs. I use the TV menu to turn off the screen as the Amazon Music app doesn't trigger the screen protector.Previously I fou

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1 month ago
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namdoogzContributor I
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PS5 + Sonos Arc no surround

Hello,I've reviewed a lot of other threads but can't find a similar problem. My setup: Old Sony TV (no e-arc)PS5 (primary media device)Sonos Arc + 2x Play 1 as surrounds I recently introduced an HDMI switch with a Toslink extractor to resolve audio syncing. Toslink out to toslink/HDMI adapter to Sonos Arc and HDMI out to TV to bypass TV audio processing entirely.  First oddity: it all works well and I can get Dolby Digital 5.1 and full surround audio on the PS5 interface and any gaming, but when streaming Disney+ or Netflix, there's no sound coming from the rear speakers at all, despite the app showing 5.1 while this content is playing.  Second oddity: a second input device is a GoogleTV and in this configuration it's outputting everything in full Dolby Atmos, which is great! Definitely not complaining, but out of curiosity, how is this happening over toslink? Any help is appreciated!  

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Jamie A
1 month ago
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BobbyAxelrodContributor I
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Old sub compatible with Beam gen2?

hi all,I own a gen1 system composed of a playbar and a sub and a few play 1 speakers.I would like to upgrade my playbar to a Beam Gen2will it work with the rest of my setup?thanks mucho  

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106rallye
1 month ago
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BUFossilContributor I
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Sony Bravia Model XR-65A80K cannot find Sonos Arc sound system

Sonos ARC S19 connected with HDMI cable, not Fiber Optic. HDMI 3 Arc on TV connected to HDMI on Sonos. I have rebooted both TV and Sonos. I have switched HDMI cables. When I press Settings on TV controller, scroll to Audio output, and scroll down to select Audio system, it says, “Switching audio to external speakers.” Ten seconds later it says, “Audio system is unavailable. Switching to TV speakers.” When I disconnect TV and Sonos from power for 2 minutes, and plug them back in, it says, “Switching audio to external speakers.” Ten seconds later it says, “Audio system is unavailable. Switching to TV speakers.” In the Sonos app on my iPhone, when I go to Home Theater > TV Setup, it says, “Let’s get your Sonos connected to your TV.” After the required steps it says, “Audio System not connected.” The four tiny white LEDs on the Sonos sound bar indicate it is working properly. When I go into External inputs > Manage inputs, all four HDMI ports are set up properly. When I go into Exter

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1 month ago
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uknContributor I
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Epson 4k LS11000 with Sonos ARC - Skipping Dolby Atmos Sound

I have Apple TV (3rd gen) HD connected to Epson 4k LS11000 projector via 30 ft long hdmi fiber cable (24Gbps). Another 30 ft cable connected from projector eARC out to Sonos ARC. There is a Sonos Sub and 2 Era 100 surround sound speakers also connected. All good. However, playing any Dolby Atmos and Dolby Digital 5.1 is having issues. Video plays smoothly but the sound is skipping to the extent that it is absent for multiple seconds. Playing Atmos sound also skips with Xbox as input source.Is it possible that 24Gbps is lower bandwidth and I should try 48 Gbps instead ?I would really like this to be fixed. Would appreciate if anyone have had similar experience and was able to resolve it.

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Stanley_4
29 days ago
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rohithere810Contributor I
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reset playbar

there is not any reset switch please help me

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Airgetlam
1 month ago
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Cdn9765Contributor I
posted in Home theater

Trueplay / Reverb and RT60 - feature request

Since Trueplay does its best to measure the acoustic space I was wondering if it could report on a best effort reverb / RT60 measurement to help with understanding echo and reverb in a room.  it would have to expose some sort of report after tuning a room - something like the room could benefit from a bass trap or reverb is highest in these frequencies and maxes between 1 and 2 seconds or all frequencies tested except X are below 50 ms etc  

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Airgetlam
1 month ago
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JobieOneCojoneContributor I
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Sonos Beam Not Recognized by Samsung Tv

good morning, Good morning, I have a Samsung neo QLED TV, with a Sonos Beam connected through the E arc port, however frequently when I turn the TV on the TV has reverted to TV speaker and it is not possible to play any sound through the Sonos beam despite going on the device connection which shows the Sonos background.  the only way to reconnect is to completely disconnect everything and reconnect, which is extremely frustrating as the beam is on the wall with all the cables hidden in the wall, which means taking the TV off when it happens.  any ideas? 

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CambridgeContributor I
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surround sound

Do you really need 2 of the same devices for surround sound and why is that. I have 7 speakers collected over the years and all are differnt models do I really need another to use as surround sound. I was hoping to connect a Sonos bean and Era 300 together.  ThanksH

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jgatie
1 month ago
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RkkrContributor I
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building a new house with Sonos amp with 4 in ceiling speakers

Hi all,I and hoping to get some clarification on the set up of the Sonos sounds system in the living room as I am building a new house.the living room is around 10m by 7m with 3m height.there will be a TV on one of the walls. I am hoping that I could have a TV connected to Sonos amp via HDMI. Then a single Sonos Amp can be connected to 4 in ceiling speakers. It looks to me that as long as each speaker is at most 8 Ohms, it is ok.the purpose of sound system is to listen to music and watch some TV. I am not after some elaborate home theatre set up I am also hoping NOT to use any sound bar including ARC my questions are;I intend to use four Sonos in ceiling speakers , which I understand is 8ohm. Can someone confirm that it is, hence, ok to connect 4 such speakers to a single Sonos amp? In Sonos website, it looks like you can connect such speakers in parallel to the two channels. See this link .(https://support.sonos.com/en-au/article/connect-four-speakers-to-your-amp-or-connect-amp). It s

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Stanley_4
1 month ago
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Dayne19Contributor I
posted in Home theater

Sub Mini

How do we convince Sonos to allow for two sub minis to be paired together on a home theater system. The sub mini fits better in all cases in my  space. The sub mini has an amazing design and looks great. Really want to add another!

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