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Tips for new Sonos owners

Moderator note:  This article was updated in December 2024. Setting up Sonos for the first time? Here are some tips to get you started. 1. D...
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Grouping & Sonos: Best Practices

Moderator note:  This article was updated in December 2024. Hello everyone!We’ve seen some questions and discussion about room grouping come...
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Frances5Contributor I
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Portable speaker for Sonos

We are looking for a portable speaker to take outside that will connect to our Sonos system. Is there one that is compatible? My man wants it for Christmas so I'm working hard to find one.

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Chris
8 years ago
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jpluscContributor I
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Play 5 3.5mm input with TV (audio quality)

Hello, I have a playbar/sub/play 1's connected to my main home theater and it's awesome. Now I'm looking to add a single Play 5 to a bedroom TV. The TV has 3 types out outputs (3.5mm, optical & RCA). I connected the Play 5 via the 3.5mm and the quality is horrible (I increased the line in level via the app as well). My question is, would converting the optical or RCA outputs to 3.5mm yield better results? Anyone faced this before by chance? Thanks for any help.

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8 years ago
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Steffen_3Contributor III
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Permanent groups comprising different rooms

This topic has been in the "question" section for a year, and recently been marked as "answered", without actually being answered! So here we go again. Please incorporate a way of creating groups that consist of speakers across different rooms, which are permanent. A kind of favourite groupings. E.g. In the morning I want to use one group of speakers (all of them) to listen to the radio, as everybody in the house is awake. In the evening I want some rooms excluded, because our son is sleeping. When we have friends for dinner, I have another constellation I would like to use. BUT!!! I don't want to have to go through grouping and ungrouping every time. I would like to have easily selectable predetermined (setup by the user) groups of several rooms, where I can save certain volume settings for each group and have these synced as well (instead of having to do this each and every time as well) and am able to use the volume buttons on any of the groups speaker to change the volume si

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8 years ago
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nathanielbennett456Contributor I
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Why I'm returning / selling my brand new Sonos Play 1

Just bought a Sonos Play 1 today. I'm not happy with it to say the least. I was expecting by it's description and it's reviews to produce really high quality sound. I have to say I like the tone of the audio on some songs, others are to be desired, but whats rubbing me the worst is the actual quality of the audio. There seems to be a blotchy-ness with it that makes it sound almost low-res. There seems to be a lack of harmonic detail, any brass on the drums tends to sound like bad static more then a physical ringing instruments that they are. Something that really shocked me was when I was listing to "The Best You Never Had" by Leona Lewis. There's a synth tune that plays about 0:32 in the song, I like the tune, I tend to hum it when the song comes up, however whats strange is that my Sonos Play One the synth melody is almost inaudible! Then it got me thinking; "If I can't hear that, then what else can't I hear!?" There really is a shocking lack of detail in this speaker. I described

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8 years ago
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HidsteinContributor I
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Speaker Selector

I'm planning to use a Sonos Connect:amp with three pairs of speakers does sonos have a wireless speaker selector?

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8 years ago
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Jeffrey_22Contributor I
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Where can I get a replacement cord for my white Play 5?

My white Play 5 cord is mangled, and needs to be replaced. Where can I get a replacement?

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Airgetlam
8 years ago
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jonathan_50Contributor I
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PLAY 5 WILL NOT FACTORY RESET

Play 5 product does not work and will not factory reset. solid white light only, no matter what is attempted. (i.e. factory reset by power off, power on while holding mute, waiting 60+ secs; --or connecting with system by holding mute and volume while already on). repair options? or is this a hav ego buy a new one option. its a 2012 model serial number 1208 00-0E-58-5F-19-50-G

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Airgetlam
8 years ago
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0b5cur1tyEnthusiast I
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Impression of new (2nd gen) Play:5 as replacement for Play:1 stereo pair

Hello all, I'm new around here (though not to Sonos) and, given the discussions I've seen in the community, I thought some of you might be interested in my experience of replacing a stereo pair of Play:1 speakers with a single 2nd generation Play:5 as the main music source in my small apartment: Owing to a small and very awkward living space (windows everywhere, bookshelves where there are no windows), I've been looking for a good sounding one-box audio solution forever. A while ago I went a listened to the first generation Play:5 and was able to compare it quite extensively to a stereo pair of Play:1s (the same price, at the time). Whilst I was personally underwhelmed by the original Play:5, I was very impressed by the Play:1s when stereo paired; so much so that I bought them, even though I was really looking for a single sound source. The months that followed confirmed my impression that the Play:1s are excellent little speakers with a nice broad stereo sound but placement rema

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8 years ago
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melicContributor I
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2 Stereo speakers and 1 mono is same group, possibie?

I currently own two Play 3 speakers and may now purchase one Play 1 speaker. Is it possible to send a stereo signal to the two Play 3 speakers while simultaneously sending a mono signal (of the same song) to the Play 1? Thanks.

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BarryM
8 years ago
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osaezContributor I
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New version of SONOS 3.1 and 5.1 Theater System

I wish to know when the new version will come out. The soundbar and subwoofer are a fantastic system today. I'm not a user yet, but want to buy. My concern is that the current models are over 24 months old and normally would expect company to have new upgraded and improved versions cycle through. I can wait for 6 months for a new version as I have an overkill system (Klipsch IKON reference speaker with 12" subwoofer monster) but my wife is looking to remodel the room and prefers a cleaner look. I appreciate your input and any rumors on upgrade and what features to expect that may be worth the wait.

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8 years ago
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Cristina PetersonContributor I
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I am unable to get my Sonos play 1 to connect to my wifi, I can get connection using my ethernet cable.

I am unable to get my Sonos play 1 to connect to my wifi, I can get connection using my ethernet cable. I even played my speakers right next to my router/modem.

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ratty
8 years ago
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AaarrrggghContributor I
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Increasing Sonos Buffer?

One radio station drops out periodically (out of country).  Is there any way to increase the buffer from (I assume) 2 seconds to (say) 3-4 seconds?  I appreciate the change would add lag when switching stations, but the existing buffer is inadequate for this one station. Internet speed is fine, most other stations are fine, all four speakers in the house experience it at the same time.  I could do some stupid cludge like buffer from the router, but it seems silly and inefficient.

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8 years ago
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ClarksupportContributor I
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Keep the group after a power loss

Am trying to setup a system to go in a lobby - won't have a laptop or phone to control and no internet access. The hardware will be a connect w/o amp, 1 play:5 and 2 play:3. The music source will be line in via the play:5 and the play:3's will be grouped so music plays on all speakers. I've got just about everything figured out except how to have a speaker lose power and then reconnect to the group when power is restored? What am I missing?

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8 years ago
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bflaContributor I
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Need to power off?

Hi - Just got my first Sonos speakers and now going away for several weeks. Not sure if it is desirable or even necessary to power off the Sonos speakers (as I do with my computer, for example) while away. Would welcome any guidance. Thanks

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Airgetlam
8 years ago
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sjmark1Contributor I
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smart tv w bluetooth

I have a new Samsung smart tv with bluetooth. When I search from the TV , my SONOS 5 is not found. Is there a way to connect to SONOS from bluetooth smart tvs?

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8 years ago
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albireo13Contributor III
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Replacing my 2.0 music system with Play3s or Play5s?

I've decided to replace my expensive ($5000) 2.0 stereo system with a Sonos system in my music listening room. It is a 15' x 15' living room. I already have a pair of Plays1, and a Connect, for music in the kitchen area. I love the Sonos system. Anyway, due to budget reasons, I was thinking of a pair of Play3s + the sub or ... a pair of Play5s. I don't play super loud. I'm more interested in the sound quality. What do you think? Are the Play5s that much better for mids and highs than the Play3? I'm open to all recommendations. Thx, Rob

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8 years ago
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Fred_18Contributor I
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Bluetooth

A portable Bluetooth receiver would be a great addition to your product line.

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8 years ago
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User573051Avid Contributor I
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Best upgrade: new play5 or sub?

I have currently one play5 gen1. What would be the best upgrade in terms of sound? 1. Replace my Play5 Gen1 with a new Play5 Gen2? or 2. Add a Sonos Sub to my Play5 Gen1? Thanks for your advice.

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8 years ago
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msaneckiContributor III
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Go out with my sonos - the well known wifi problem

Hi all, last week I took my sweet two sonos play1 with for a jurney. I just wanted to be able to listen the music in a new place where I stay. My sonos app was full configured with all playlists, favorites and streaming services I use every day. Ok all looks great. My first stop. I turning the speakers on hoping to changing the wifi settings and be able to listen the music. NO WAY! My android software version 6.4.8. How such a simple stupid think cannot be done with wifi only. Ok what options do I have to set it up: Add another sonos system. Let's give a try. Somehow I got it working. I could connect to my speakers. But her is the second disappointment. Where are all my saved steaming account, playlists, favorites I have already configured. Nothing is there. Why?! What did I do wrong? It cannot be that such a simple features are not there. Please help! Dear support Does the sonos implemented these or similar user stories: User story 1: As a sonos customer

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8 years ago
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Anonymous
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Support for audiobooks bookmarks (.m4b)

I love the Sonos system but I am really disappointed there is no support for bookmarks in audiobooks (and podcasts). I love listening to audiobooks and since I'm from Sweden Audible is not an option if I want to listen to Swedish audiobooks. I buy my books in MP3 or on CD and make them real bookmarkable audiobooks in the .m4b-format with the program Audiobook Builder so they are not DRM-protected. It's also annoying that I can't play the audiobooks I have on my iPhone in the Sonos app, I need to use the computer version. So please Sonos, fix support for bookmarks in audiobook (and podcasts) so all your audiobook loving customer can bookmark their audiobooks. :)

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User676471Contributor I
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Can I leave the white bag on my play one? I'm keeping the speaker in a wood shop and want to keep it clean?

Keeping it clean

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8 years ago
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p1rate_chrisAvid Contributor I
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Optimum sub placement

I am looking at getting the optimum response from my sub and rather than moving the beast around unnecessary, I would like your opinion on room placement! Currently I have the sub placed in position 1 on the picture, underneath my dinning room oak bench facing into the room. I am considering position 2 and 3, primarily so that the sound of the bass is not being blocked by the table. Obviously however, these positions would place the sub some way from the middle of my play 1s. It might be worth nothing that the area immediately in front of the sub under the bench is open. Is my setup okay as it is or can it be further improved? It also might be mentioning that I have young, inquisitive children who might think the growl of the sub means it is hungry and needs feeding....

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8 years ago
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DrTomContributor I
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Hardware request

Hi, I would like you to consider the following products: *A wireless, and/or outdoor speaker *An in-ceiling (custom) speaker (without having to use a amp/connect) Kind Regards T

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Chris
8 years ago
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cansnoContributor I
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Sub volume

Hi, Love my 2 play 5's and sub. Don't know quite how to explain, but here goes. I know sub volume adjusts with master volume, but it should be built into software so that sub volume is a certain percentage of master. A higher percentage at low volume and vice versa. I'll put it this way. When listening to low volume we use 'loudness' to give a little extra bass but at higher volume you generally don't need it. I find myself adjusting sub level according to master volume. Couldn't software be written to do this automatically using some type of gain so the listener can adjust to personal preference? Thanks, Play bar is next.

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StefanFeickertContributor II
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TuneIn: Choosing from different stream qualities.

I'm using the TuneInApp for several years now on my smartphone, tablet, Mac and - of course - on my Sonos devices. iTunes offers hearers the possibility to choose from different stream qualities a radio station provides. It would be great if I also may choose them from within the Sonos controller apps. This may also practical when a user is on holidays: when the user takes his Sonos Play: loudspeaker with him 😉 and connects it to a mobile 3G/LTE router this could help saving bandwidth.

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SBSurfer
8 years ago
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