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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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Multiculti
MulticultiContributor I
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Lost BBC on Sonos after upgrading to TuneIn Premium. Rescue?

(8/1/23) So I took an offer -for Sonos subscribers- for a 3 month trial of TuneIn Premium. Just by going to services and adding the new Sonos API for TuneIn. There are currently two Tunein API’s I am obviously referring to the one titled “Tunein (New)”.One thing I like about the new Tune API for Sonos is the log in access that has all my favorites (and family favorites) by folder -yes we do listen to a lot of international and niche radio, alt, indie, etc.The bad part (and pain point) as I let Tunein know via Twitter (or X) DM, is that none of the BBC radio stations were working on their Sonos API, including my daily favorite BBC6 “6 Music”. When I was re-adding my Sonos favorites through the Tunein (New) API I made the (so regretful) error of removing BBC6 (the one with the old Tunein API) and guess what? BBC 6 now does not work on old or new Tunein APIs! ...only via airplay (or chromecast) which to me defeats the point, deplete’s phone battery and add little steps plus possible inter

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Corry P
9 months ago
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Johnas64240Contributor I
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Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO

Is the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO compatible with Sonos 5Is the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO better than the Sonos Pro-ject Debut carbon ?

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9 months ago
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Edwardsimpson77Contributor I
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connection problems

I’ve recently changed broadband from sky to community broadband and I’m having difficulty connecting my speakers to the network,can anyone advise?

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9 months ago
JuliaGosh
JuliaGoshContributor I
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How do I connect my Sonos to a new wifi network?

We just got a new wifi setup, with a new network name. I opened the app on my iPhone and followed the “let’s fix this” instructions per https://support.sonos.com/en-us/article/connect-sonos-to-a-new-router-or-wi-fi-network?language=en_US .. I picked one device to reconnect (a Sonos One), pressed the button per instructions, allowed my phone to connect to a “SONOS” wi-fi network, per instructions, and… Nothing. My phone says “can’t connect to network SONOS” or something to that effect.My Sonos setup is already messed up because of a PC reconfiguration, and now my speakers are utterly unusable.

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JuliaGosh
9 months ago
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Too much techAvid Contributor I
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IKEA Symfonisk Lamps Gen 2, optimal distance from wall?

I have just bought nice tall and deep bedside tables for the lamps (the lamps sound much better on these rigid wooden cabinets than the previous flimsy metal ones). I am considering permanently fixing them to the tables, so there is no chance to accidentally knock them off. I just wondered it there was an optimal distance to place them from the wall. I appreciate the sound is modified / enhanced by setting them up with truetone, but if I position them correctly in the first place, sound should be even better. Thanks

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9 months ago
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Justin_21Trending Lyricist I
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Era 300 network failures, SonosNet comparisons. Why are we taking a step back… and paying more.

As a loyal Sonos consumer, beta tester and unofficial sales rep over the last 15 years, I have maintained that SonosNet had been, until now, one of the top reasons I recommend the brand. In a world full of poor ISP routers, mesh networks, and increased messy wifi poloution, having a dedicated music network has proven time and time gain to be an incredible, reliable and unique consumer rewarding technology. With the introduction of the Eras I got excited to rotate in some new upgrades. First in the door was a couple Era 300s. First step was to start some side by side comparisons. Play ones in the bathrooms first.  In bathroom #1 the first era wouldn’t stay available in the app, so on to era 300 #2 in bathroom #1, same issue. It was strange as the One has worked no problem in there for years. I took the usual trouble shooting step and nothing helped. On the bathroom #2 which also has had and One in it for years without issues. Same problem Era 300s won’t stay available in app and then go

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9 months ago
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jonahpContributor I
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Sonos five stereo placement above ear level

I have a new pair of Sonos five’s that I will be using in a large kitchen with vaulted ceiling. I was originally going to go with in wall speakers with a sonos amp, but I promised my wife I’d try not to cut the walls if possible. The only good place to put them is on top of the kitchen cabinets on either side of the stove. I’m assuming a vertical placement would be best for stereo imaging. My other decision is whether to use the flexson wall mounts to angle them down a bit or to simply mount them on top of the cabinets facing forward. Does it matter or can the built in room correction fix it? I have an old play:5 up there to see how it will work and it sounds OK, but a bit muddy.  

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9 months ago
Olliedawg348
Olliedawg348Contributor I
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Era 100 + Roam

Is it possible to put 1-2 Roams in the same location as an Era 100, and have them play as a set?

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Olliedawg348
10 months ago
Olliedawg348
Olliedawg348Contributor I
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Putting older CD player on Sonos system

Good day! We just bought an Era 100 for our seasonal porch, but we’d like to add the option of running our old (circa late 1990’s/early 2000’s) 5-CD player, which is inside our house, through the system. What does the architecture look like? What hardware do we need? Thanks.

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buzz
9 months ago
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MouettesAvid Contributor I
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sonos speaker not working

I have just moved into a house that has some sonos speakers in the ceiling hard wired to a legacy amp. we have got them up and running using the S1 app but after a while realised one of the pair is playing very softly and tinny. I have swapped cables at the amp end and there is no change so assume it is to do with the speaker. the wiring to that looks on so what might the issue be?

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buzz
9 months ago
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FlashinoContributor I
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Group level volume

I have a beam, an arc and a sonos One. When in Spotify I group all the speakers, at the same volume level, I notice the Arc volume seems to be sound lower than the other speakers. Ther's a reason for this behaviour? Thanks!

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Airgetlam
10 months ago
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Brian_dkContributor I
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can't connect after firmware update ASUS RT-AX88U

After updating firmware today, I cant connect my sonos to WiFi Any one out there solved this issue?ASUS RT-AX88UFirmware v 3.0.0.4.388.22525AppriciateBrian

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Airgetlam
10 months ago
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CalvinboonContributor I
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Song Not Encoded Correctly

Why my music can't play he said Song Not Encoded Correctly.. Let me know how to fix thankyou

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Ken_Griffiths
10 months ago
SarahN
SarahNHeadliner I
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Physical media sounds awesome through my Fives and Sub!

 

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SarahN
10 months ago
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Mikejames88Contributor I
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Arc Gen 2 in 2023?

Its now 2023, about a year after the previous Arc Gen 2 query was posted and closed, so making a new one.  Any news/rumours/updates of an ETA? We thinking by end of this year or most likely 2024? 

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4 months ago
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DavidnfordContributor I
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line-in adapter

Really irritating that it seems only a Sonos line in adapter will work with my new Era 300  (how very Apple!) but absolutely infuriating that they don’t have any in stock and I can’t find them anywhere. How do I get hold of one, please? 

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10 months ago
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Sonny.AdeAvid Contributor I
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Is Sonos Play 5 water resistant

I’m thinking of buying a pair of Sonos Architecture speakers to use outdoors but I’m not comfortable with leaving them in the elements because the grills will eventually rust and the speakers will break down sooner so I plan to disconnect them and bring them in after use. Then I thought why not just spend a few more bucks and buy a pair of Play 5 which I’ll be able to use indoors and bring them outdoors when needed. My only concern with the Play 5 is if it rains while I’m using them outside they could get wet if I’m not able to detach them and bring them in fast enough. Will any amount of water penetration ruin the Play 5 or do they have some level of water resistance. Thanks. 

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10 months ago
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chris49Contributor I
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Lock Associated Product

My System Runs flawlessly when the “Associated Product” is a Wired Sonos Play Bar (Gen 1) wired as part of a 5.1 System.Regularly the “Associated Product” switches to a Play 1 (Gen1) on the Sonosmesh. This causes songs to skip to next track halfway through etc … all the regularly sonos issues. How Can I lock the “Associated Product” to a wired ethernet producted??

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buzz
10 months ago
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vjkAvid Contributor I
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No Pic for One SL on Account

It is only cosmetics but still bothers a little :) Why no picture for OneSL when Arc, Sub, 300s are showing a picture - Is it because they are now deemed obsolete? I can see this when I go to Sonos.com > My Account > System

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Sotiris C.
11 months ago
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Nash ChrisContributor I
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The FIVE - wall mount?

I am building a covered patio.  I want to use the Sonos Five.  Can the Five be wall mounted?  Is it also recommended to be used in this manner?  The overview states it is humanity proof.  The unit will be high up on the wall near the ceiling an not exposed to the elements - just humidity and heat.   Please advise.

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Airgetlam
11 months ago
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faktory244Contributor I
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Sonos should offer stand upgrade option without having to buying a new set!

I'm considering upgrade pair of One's to 100's and Sonos should offer this plastic base separately because rest of stand is the same and I would to use them with new speakers. I know that it’s not in their interest but sometimes be OK worth more. 

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melvimbe
11 months ago
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DibslymnContributor I
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linking symfonisk to current sonos speakers

Hi I've just purchased a symfonisk picture speaker and I would like to play it along with a pair of sonos ones and a mini sub  can this be done and how? 

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jgatie
11 months ago
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RJHUnsatisfiedContributor I
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Sonos is CRAP!

Why is Sonos such a piece of * system now. I have owes Sonos speakers for several years.  In the beginning it was an easy simple set-up and the system was reliable!  Every time I plugged in my speakers they were recognized and connected instantaneously.  Last year I purchased two more SL speakers to go along with my S1 speakers.  They worked fine last summer.  Now I cannot connect at all to amy of my speakers.  The app tells me that it can not find product or I need to unplug the speaker or I need to reset my WiFi router.  Hours upon hours spent to reconnect the same speakers I have been using for years?  How could this be - what is so difficult about connecting a speaker to WiFi.  How many damn times do I need to unplug my router in order to get these stupid things to work?Sonos has become just like every other Technology company.  Keep creating more products and keep changing technology in order to earn as much profit as possible!  It is disgusting.  In the beginning they just had a

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9 months ago
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MrMuscle87Contributor I
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sonos power consumption

I own a sonos Arc.sub gen 3 and 2 era 300’s and im trying to figure out how much power they draw when in use.

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11 months ago
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VNLTrending Lyricist I
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Era 300 build quality

Hey everyone,I saw this was partially covered on a previous thread, but since that was a couple of months ago I started a new one.Received my Era 300 about an hour ago today, and the back is not uniform at all, with a much bigger gap on the back plate on the top right hand side.This is very noticeable too, and whilst I appreciate this is not a new issue I am a little surprised it is still happening nearly 2 months after it was first reported.Called support and whilst on the phone to them I also noticed the grill at the top right has a similar gap, which you can push in, only to come back out a few minutes later.Support reassured me the next one should be good, but really, how can they promise this? Do they have a “good” batch and a “bad” batch?Lugging this box all the way to the pick up point tomorrow and hoping for the best.A bit of a fiasco, especially when I will be away soon and likely to take ages swapping the speakers but there you go.Whilst we are at it, any news on the front dr

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