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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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everhopefulContributor I
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Era 100s as surrounds but also as group members

I have a Beam Gen 2 plus mini sub. I have just bought two Era 100s. I want to use them as surrounds (have done that). During the setup I said yes to stereo pairing, but that’s not in fact what I want.  I want the 100s as separate speakers in a group with the Beam, all playing the same full stereo music (for max volume in party situation).  Do I need to undo the stereo pairing before grouping the speakers by playing music on the Beam and holding down the play/pause button on each 100?  If so how do I do that?  Once done how easy will it be to switch between surround mode and grouped?

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6 months ago
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IcanteraContributor I
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not powered

Sonos when plugged not even lighting. No response at all.

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6 months ago
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NittyContributor I
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Ikea SYMFONISK Bookshelf Gen2 on 5 GHz WiFi with TP-Link Omada Setup

Opening this thread to add some details of my experience so far with the product and its setup - on 5GHz WiFi network in particular.  In short, the the hardware of SYMFONISK Bookshelf Gen2 appears to support only the lower frequency channels of the 5 GHz WiFi spectrum, which is a bummer. I use the TP-Link Omada setup and have enabled the AI based WiFi band optimization to run once a week (which enabled it to function much more efficiently and I have never had any problem with it on my other devices); after one such run is when the device fell off the network and could not connect back. However it continued to funciton normally the moment I enabled 2.4 GHz network with the same SSID.Post reaching out to Sonos support - to arrive at no conclusion, resetting my Sonos device once and going through all the logs on my network end, I figured out that the device does not support higher frequency channels such as 149, 157, etc.The moment I manually changes the settings to a lower frequence chan

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Nitty
6 months ago
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amarillobymorningContributor I
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Connecting powered loudspeakers

I would like to integrate a pair of Yamaha DSR 115 powered loudspeakers and powered Subs into my Sonos system for my garage.  I called Sonos customer support and they said the Sonos Connect AMP is what I need, but I’m pretty confident the representative is mistaking. I believe it is the Sonos Connect or Sonos Port that provides non amplified output signals. But would like to make sure it would work before I purchase either. I do understand I will need a RCA to XLR adaptor cable. Is there any advantage using the Port over the Connect?Thanks!

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ratty
7 months ago
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RazzDaContributor I
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Sonos era 300 wall mount upside down

Hi All,I just installed my Era 300 on the Sonos wall mount upside down option.My question is if there is need to be a gap between the wall mount and the era 300 - please see pictureHow far should the brads be screwed and how much space should be left On the one hand I can tighten the screws more and on the other hand I don't want to do any damage…Any feedback/experience from the community with that case?Raz 

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Stanley_4
4 months ago
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thegatorboyContributor I
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Disable volume indicator sound Era 100

Is there a way to disable unwanted sound effects? The music getting louder or softer as I swipe my finger on the Era 100 is exactly the function I expect of a volume control, yet there’s a second artificial sound that not only inexplicably intrudes on the music experience but is redundant of what I can already hear. Please tell me there’s a way to make the beeps go away, they’re harshing my mellow, offending my fellow listeners, and I think make the system sound like a cheap toy. 🤞

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5 months ago
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UbetAvid Contributor III
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Sonos sub, not impressed

I have a sonos sub paired to two fives, a one and a one sl in my living room. While I like the 5s and ones, im just not impressed with the sub for music. I’ve changed settings in it, turned trueplay off, moved the sub etc, and I just don’t like how it sounds. For $800 it doesn’t seem to produce much bass.  I have an Amp connected to two klipsch aw650s that are outside right now (will be coming inside this winter).  Can I use the amp with a 3rd party sub bonded to the 5s?  I think my wife will lose it if I hang up ANOTHER pair of speakers in our living room. Although I do like the 650 more than the 5s. 

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6 months ago
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ILikeMusicContributor I
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Era 100 wifi connectivity issues

I just purchased 2 Era 100 speakers, and it seems like the WiFi available to me isnt supported by the Sonos app. My general question is, if I am able to connect via Bluetooth only, is there enough of a drop-off in sound quality that I should get something else wifi compatable or wired? I am kind of moving around every few months, and therefore stay at a lot of hotels/resorts. It seems the hotel WiFi uses network access points unsupported by Sonos. The Era 100 can use Bluetooth, but apparently you still need to initially connect to some compatable WiFi to set up. Is it worth figuring that out anly being limited to Bluetooth use only?

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7 months ago
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YvesPoirierContributor I
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Can I use 2 Era 100 in same room in stereo?

I want to install 2 speakers in one room and make them play in stereo.  This is for playing music only. Will 2 Era 100 play well in stereo?

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Airgetlam
5 months ago
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Jerzyera300Contributor I
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Np. jeden głośnik era 300 połączyć z sub mini będzie działać?

Np jeden głośnik era 300 połączyć z sub mini będzie działać?

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7 months ago
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IPJContributor II
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why do Sonos products never work ?

I have nine sonos 2nd gen devices and they never work properly as a net. Most of the time some stutter or do not play. I’m sick and tired of having to reset my router to try and fix this for a few minutes before they fail again.There’s no point in having great sound quality that doesn’t play..

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Corry P
7 months ago
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TyMawrContributor I
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Apple Airplay

I have 2 x Sonos Play:1 s which apparently won’t connect to Apple Airplay. I like Airplay and use it with other systems. I was advised by Sonos that if I had a Sonos device that was compatible with Airplay I could group this with the Sonos Play:1s making them Airplay compatible. I have purchased a Sonos Roam SL in order to make the Play:1 airplay compatible and have grouped the 3 devices together. The result is not was expected, while the Roam SL connects well to Airplay, the Play:1s do not, they constantly connect and disconnect when steaming music, even when they are next to each other. What can be done to resolve this?

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7 months ago
BOL74
BOL74Avid Contributor I
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ikea & Sonos next update

Hello there What do you think will be the next product from Ikea/Sonos?I hope for a Gen 2 of the frame and the replaceble “picture” get new faces……and Ikea get the ones they offer in stock.Same for the BookShelfs…need new front grills and get them in stockMaybe there will be a smaller and a bigger frame than it is today….like two options.   

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BOL74
7 months ago
Haystack_314
Haystack_314Contributor I
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Is Sonos going to solve the lack of mid-range frequency response issue in their speakers?

As someone who primarily listens to rock music, a significant portion of the sound of the music that I listen to comes from the mid range. On Sonos speakers, the bass sounds great and the treble sounds great, but the mid range is barely audible. That's where all of the guitars are, along with the vocals a lot of the time. This leads to the music sounding muddy and lifeless.I love Sonos speakers and I’ve been a customer for years. I’ve told many people about Sonos, singing it’s praises. I think they’re high quality speakers, the features are absolutely fantastic and they’re aesthetically pleasing as well. I would love to be a lifelong customer of Sonos, outfitting every room with a Sonos setup. However, if Sonos does not make changes to accommodate the needs of listeners of genres that require good mid range frequency response, (and I would argue that all genres do, actually, it’s just more noticeable in some than in others), then unfortunately I will have to transition to another brand

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7 months ago
BOL74
BOL74Avid Contributor I
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Sonos Stand Kits

Hi Folks👋 Orginal Sonos stands for Era 100/300: Are they simmilar,only different is shape of attachment of base to speaker.So in reality i can purcase what so ever stand(100 or 300) and i could just change the top depending on if i got the 100’s or the 300’s….you follow me?For example in my case,i got the 100’s on stands. I will purcase the 300’s but if i purcase the stamds i can just remove the top part from the 300-stand over to my allready mounted 100’s?Then my next question will be: If they match as in Q1⬆️,why does not Sonos offering this item? Need to buy the complete kit with the stands.Or does the “Sonos wall-mount” fit on a stand as well(problem solved?). 

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BOL74
7 months ago
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rhinoscopeContributor I
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Feature Request: Switch between radio stations with controls on speaker

When playing on-demand streaming music via Spotify or another source  I can skip or rewind tracks using the Next/Previous touch controls on the top of my Sonos. Thus I can change the music without getting my phone out or going to a computer or yelling at Alexa, ect. When listening a streaming radio station, the Next/Previous controls do nothing except flash an orange error light. I would love to be able to use Next/Previous touch controls to cycle through my saved streaming stations!My $20 FM radio can change stations without requiring the use of a smart phone app, it will be cool if my Sonos could do that too! 😁

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melvimbe
8 months ago
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tedoughContributor I
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Era 300 Extended Power Cord

Can anyone tell me if there is a compatible third-party power cord that is longer than the one that comes with the Era 300 out of the box? Need to hide the cables and cannot use a standard extension cord with the cable management system that I’m using. Much appreciated….

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8 months ago
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Anonymous
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In Praise of Sonos Old and New

Hi friends,Name is Johnny, a severely disabled guy retired  in a nursing  home in W--s--M. After many trials with voice and bluetooth speakers and not enjoying them, I found an old Sonos zone player covered in dust at the back of a 2nd hand shop, literally going for a song!:). Struggled home with it in my wheelchair (weighs 5kg!), cleaned it and installed s1 app. After doing a factory reset, the app found the speaker 1st time, connected to the home's secure WiFi and performed a system update faultlessly.After adding my music service and alll my fav radio stations to the app and ticking the uncompressed setting, I enjoyed a wonderful and varied 6hr listen, which helps with my pain and discomfort, without a hint of strain, and not one WIFI dropout:).Yes I know, the audio is not as good as the later models, or high res, nor is it supported anymore. However, For a beguiling and gentle long listen, there are few to match even an old Sonos:). So if your budget is tight please don't dismiss t

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8 months ago
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saltimsaltimContributor II
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release dates

Hi theredoes anyone know the release date of the next sonos 5 and gen 4 of the sub please? i don’t want to buy this week to find out that an updated model will be released in a couple of monthsmany thanks for any help on this  

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8 months ago
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Clément ThContributor I
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Bluetooth

Sonos ont Sl ne flash pas en bleue pour la connection U Bluetooth 

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8 months ago
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johnsof12thContributor I
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Renaming One SL speakers

I have 4 speakers in our dining room.  I would like to rename each so it is easy to make adjustments like indpenedent volume levels.  For example I would like to rename one speaker “front” another “bar”. etc.

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Stanley_4
8 months ago
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tgunnarsContributor I
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sonos1 network change connection

jyst moved and connect my sonos to the new network

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Stanley_4
8 months ago
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sancha8d7Contributor I
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Sonos and Xbox S

Hello, Can I integrate theh Sonos1 with my Xbox Series S for sound? If so, please instruct me how? Also the modifications I’d have to make in the settings too.  Thank You i’d appreciate it a lot!

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Airgetlam
8 months ago
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Thewizard2000Chromatic Producer I
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Optical cable instead analogue input

Hi, Why sonos did not put a optical input behind the sonos five devices instead of a 3.5 jack analogic. Analogic create a lip sync delay since opital cable does not. I need to buy a sound bar because that issue.

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ratty
8 months ago
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unwiredContributor I
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System (Play 5, One, Sub) disconnects every week or so

While I love the sound of my Sonos, I’m at wits end with it. Without fail it will lose connectivity to either one set or another. Everything is connected to a single network that is always on. But still, ‘we can’t find your system’, restart everything, restart your router, start the $%#@ over. So every week or two I have to set everything back up. Anyone having this issue and find a fix?The routine basically ends up with me having to do factory resets and then put the system together again. This will last for anything between a few days and a few weeks.Would greatly appreciate any help!!

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AjTrek1
8 months ago
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