Hi @dfmarks,

Sorry to hear you’re having issues Airplaying from your Mac to Sonos.

I figure that since the Mac can see the speakers but keeps reverting back to your other devices leads me to believe that a connection isn’t finalizing somewhere, or the Mac isn’t recognizing the speakers as an audio device and reverts back.

I’d suggest making sure your Sonos system and MacOS are fully up to date. If everything is up to date, then reboot your router, speakers, and Mac in that order by powering them off for one to two minutes. Once everything is back online, try the Airplay connection again.

If you are able to use a different airplay device, like an iPhone or iPad, try to see if you get the same issue. It would be good to narrow down where the issue lies.

I hope this helps!

Hello
 

The issue you’re experiencing with your Sonos speakers on macOS might be due to AirPlay connectivity glitches or network-related conflicts. Here are a few suggestions to resolve the problem:

Check Network Stability: Ensure all your Sonos speakers and the Mac are on the same Wi-Fi network, preferably on the same frequency band (either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz). A stable connection can reduce drops when selecting AirPlay devices.

Restart Devices: Restart both your Mac and the Sonos speakers. Power cycling can sometimes clear temporary connectivity issues.

Update Software: Make sure that both your Sonos system and macOS are updated to the latest versions, as updates often include bug fixes for connectivity.

Reset Sound Preferences: Try resetting your Mac’s Sound preferences by navigating to System Settings > Sound and toggling between output devices. Sometimes reselecting the speaker after a restart can help.

Disable Bluetooth: If your Mac has Bluetooth enabled, try temporarily disabling it, as it can sometimes interfere with AirPlay functionality.

If these steps don’t help, consider checking for interference or adjusting your router’s settings to enhance AirPlay performance.