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Discuss Sonos Era, Sonos One, One SL, Play:1, Play:3, Play:5, Sonos Five, and IKEA Symfonisk. Talk about your Sonos Speaker experiences here.

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Tips for new Sonos owners

Setting up Sonos for the first time? Here are some tips to get you started. 1. Download the Sonos app.You’ll need the app to set up and use...

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d4krisContributor I

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Stream phone output sound directly

I would like to use my Sonos as a speaker and just send whatever I'm listening to directly to one of my Sonos devices. Shouldn't that be possible when we are on the same wifi? As an example I like to listen to audiobooks from Storytel, and would like to "forward" that to sonos. Any ideas on how to accomplish that? Thanks

7 years ago

StefSonosContributor I

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Minimum Volume is too loud to enjoy background music

The [b]minimum volume [/b]on a Play 1 for instance (volume level 1) is [b]too loud [/b]to let the music play as [b]background[/b]. It's "no music" or "too loud music" on volume level 1 Nothing in between. Ideally I could lower the music volume [b]like an old amplifier[/b]. It's as simple as that. We use the Sonos system on the lowest volume side and [b]the minimum volume is just way too high[/b].[u] I'm surprised that nobody else raises this[/u].

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PadNylContributor III

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Is there a higher res radio then tune in?

Do sonos support any other radio then tune in? Seems a shame to have such good speakers and only support low res radio.

7 years ago

Mike89Contributor II

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Vebos of Flexson muurbeugel (Vebos or Flexson wall mount)

[b]Nederlands:[/b] Goedenavond, ik ben sinds een paar dagen in het bezit van twee play 5's en een sub. De play 5's staan als boekenplank speakers (verticaal) op een dressoir, maar de sub staat momenteel op de grond. Dit is een nare plek ivm gevolgschade door stofzuigen. Ik zou de subwoofer dus graag willen ophangen aan de muur. Ik ben bekend met twee merken die muurbeugels verkopen, namelijk Flexson en Vebos. Ze zien er redelijk hetzelfde uit alleen plaatst de Flexson beugel de sub verder van de muur, en is zo'n 20 euro duurder. Welke beugel raden jullie mij aan en waarom? Bij voorbaat dank! Mike [b]English: [/b] Goodevening, i have recently purchased two play 5's and one sonos Sub, the play 5's are positioned vertically on a dresser, but the sub is placed om the floor. This is a nasty place for the sub because of possible damage due to vacuuming etc. I would like to mount the sub onto the wall. I am familiar with two brands that make and sell brackets for the sonos Sub, Flexs

7 years ago

ghare79Contributor I

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Play different radio stations at same time

I'm trying to work out if I have a fault or not. Play tunein radio fine but when I select 2 different stations on 2 different devices, my new sonos connect stops playing unless I group the devices and play the same station. Is this a limitation or a problem?

7 years ago

barz1114Contributor I

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Do I need to leave sonos gear on all the time?

Will it mess up the connections that took a while to set up?

7 years ago

marcusHDBContributor I

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Speaker doesn't work plus phantom speaker has appeared

Hi - have a problem with only one speaker working - both are set up and display, however only one plays music, yesterday the issue was that although both speakers were set to work on one setting -which it is - ( Itunes) - one was working independently - also a phantom 3rd speaker has appeared - it's not set up of course but i'd like it removed - might be affecting this too. Have unistalled, reinstalled and made sure that the sonos is running through the wireless properly too help with this issue would be great can send diagnostics

7 years ago

simondavisContributor I

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Alexa

Hi guys When will full Alexa compatibility be available?

7 years ago

NightAuthorContributor I

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Request: Roku App

I have my Sonos:Connect connected to my TV, and one thing I would LOVE to be able to do is play music through the TV and use the TV as a controller. Being able to see what is playing, and use my Roku remote to rate tracks and control playback. As complete as the Sonos experience feels for me, this is definitely a place where I feel I am missing. Some of the streaming services has Roku apps, that definitely fills in some of the gap, but not all of them do. Plus this doesnt allow me to modify groups, which still has to be done through the use of a phone or computer.

6 years ago

SKApretto71Contributor I

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A bit about myself | Greetings :)

Located in Italy, I'm a recent owner of a Play:1 - mostly devoted and die hard fan of Bang & Olufsen brand for my main setup. I'm a long standing IT consultant, working for a leading consultancy brand since too many (two figures) years. :) I'm getting a great experience and quality, paired with outstanding support, looking forward to enjoy the commmunity. Feeling already home. :cool:

7 years ago

FTWLouContributor I

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AV/Receiver to CONNECT: what audio out to use?

We are building a wireless system with Sonos and started with the Play:5. I have a collection of vinyl and CD music that I want to be able to play via my turntable and CD player. I have a slightly older Technics SA DX940 receiver. I understand I can run my CD player and turntable into my receiver, as before, and run the receiver to the analog in of a CONNECT. But what audio out of the receiver should I use? Or do I need an intermediary item - a switch box or similar? Or an adaptor of some sort? Photo of inputs/outputs of the receiver is attached.

7 years ago

Dave LarsonContributor II

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Unable to access Pandora Radio

From my phone, iPad, or desktop, I can reach Pandora and play music. From Sonos, I can reach Tune In Radio and play stations. However, from Sonos I cannot reach Pandora at all. I get a message: "Unable to browse music - there was a problem connecting to Pandora" I'm using two Play 1 speakers via wi-fi; both are HW version 1.8.3.7-1 and Version 7.0 build 34735162c. The controller version on my iPad and iPhone is 7.0.1. The desktop is 7.0. I've reset the controller from the desktop and stopped the app on both the iPad and iPhone. I've cycled power on one of the Play 1's, though not the other. So, what's my next step?

7 years ago

tollyContributor I

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Brennan B2

Does anyone know how to connect a Brennan B2 equipped with NAS to a Sonos Play3 directly over Wi-Fi on my network?

7 years ago

dgarandContributor I

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Setting up the CONNECT:AMP as surround rears

Purchased Sonos system (playbar, sub, amp, boost) but purchased independent B&W rear speakers for surround. I was told that for surround to work I would only need to connect amp via cat 5 to router however the instructions sent me tell me to: Wire both the PLAYBAR and CONNECT:AMP to either your router, a single network switch, or to each other, using an Ethernet cable. Attach desired speakers to the CONNECT:AMP. Power rating should be at least 75W for 8 ohm speakers and at least 150W for 4 ohm speakers. Position the speaker connected to the Left terminal on the CONNECT:AMP as the left surround speaker in your surround sound setup. Position the speaker connected to the Right terminal on the CONNECT:AMP as the right surround speaker in your surround sound setup. Locate the IP address for your PLAYBAR - not the CONNECT:AMP. Is there a way to have surround without having to wire playbar and connect amp? I took Sonos helpdesk as telling me I would only need to connect amp to rou

6 years ago

The 807Contributor I

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Playbar Outside?

I would like to hang my playbar under my TV on a covered screened porch. Any concerns about moisture, humidity, hot and cold for long term use of a playbar outside, but protected from wind/rain?

7 years ago

dcamm69Contributor I

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Feature Development

Creat a functionality

7 years ago

ossonAvid Contributor I

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Standby Power mode on Play:1

As far as I know, 2xPlay:1 speakers I've always remain power on not matter what. Of course you don't listen to music or use them all the time. I wonder if these speakers could be put in the standby mode when not in use after a defined period of non-functioning? When someone wants to listen to the music, the app will power them back up. Is this something possible to add? Thanks

7 years ago

TomsqContributor I

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Moving from US to Singapore

Hi. I currently have a Sonos Play 1, 3 & 5, and a bridge. I am moving to Singapore soon, and am considering expanding my Sonos equipment in advance of my move as it seems to be quite a lot cheaper here in the US. I am looking to purchase a Sonos 5.1 surround sound package (SUB, Player, & two Play 1s). Would anyone be able to advise on the wisdom of buying in the US versus waiting until I move to Singapore - specifically concerning international warranties and the workability of my equipment in Singapore. (I already appreciate that Sonos is dual voltage. Furthermore I am not using Spotify or similar services at this point in time, so I'm not so concerned about subscription to such services at this stage.) Thanks for any feedback anyone might have. Tomsq

7 years ago

PadNylContributor III

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Play 5 gen 2 as a stereo pair

Hi I purchased a play 5 as a present to myself over the Christmas which I'm loving. So much so I have it in my head to buy a second to set up a stereo pair. But I'm weary as the only place I can leave them is at a height over the presses in the kitchen. My existing one is in the same place but on the other side of the same wall (see pic) but in the horizontal position and I also have it tilted down. My main worry is that the natural position of the play 5 is pointing up when vertical as is the horizontal but I feel I won't get as much of a tilt out of them when they are in the vertical position i.e they will be still pointing up. Do I have to put them in the vertical position or can I leave them horizontal as a stereo pair? And if I do put them vertical do u think I'm wasting my money putting them in that position? I know the easy solution is to find somewhere lower but there really is no where else I can leave them. All advise appreciated

7 years ago

SonosConnecterContributor I

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Sonos Connect with Amazon Echo Integration

I don't believe this is yet possible, but wanted to confirm. Is there a way to control my Sonos Connect with my Echo? It would be nice to be able to play different play lists or artists via Sonos Connect. I know you can do this with the speakers but was looking for Echo-Connect integration too.

7 years ago

XmeromotuContributor I

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Sonos, Alexa and Audible

1. Sonos removed Audible because an update caused the service to be incompatible with the Sonos system. 2. Sonos is planning for compatibility with Alexa, the Amazon VI or digital assistant or whatever you want to call them. 3. Amazon owns Audible So, my question is: Will Alexa-Sonos integration solve the problem with Audible-Sonos integration?

7 years ago

thomashadleyContributor I

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Ginger NinjaContributor I

posted in Speakers

Play 1 sound quality

Have just invested in a Sonos set up for the first time, and took the plunge with a pair of Play 1's, figuring that every single review without exception said they sounded fantastic. I'm slight underwhelmed to be honest. They're on wall brackets about 8 foot apart, have run Trueplay & the sound quality is not blowing me away. Listening to radio stations on tune in does sound pretty damn good, but streaming spotify/Google play music, it sounds a bit flat and undynamic. Anything with a bit of complexity, there is no detail, the bass is a dull thud and it all sounds a bit muddled. I did so much research before buying and reviewers and consumers alike rave about the crystal clear sound and finding details they've never heard before etc. Am not finding any of that. I'm far from an audiophile, I just like clear dynamic sounds from my system Any thoughts? Run trueplay again?

7 years ago

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