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Ado3361Contributor I
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Multiple wired amps, how to link them all

I have two separate systems. Music room (Zone 1)has valve amp servicing turntable and Olive One HDD storage as Source with two wired B&W speakers. TV room (Zone 2) has hometheatre 5.1 amp/receiver servicing TV with 4 wired roof-mounted speakers and sub. Both systems have Bluetooth input into a spare channel currently for music from iPhone. House has wifi Just received Sonos One which stands alone and plays internet music and radio (via Alexa) No other independent wireless speakers. So: how can I connect music room source amplifier to TV room amplifier so music from source plays on all speakers? Or allow iPhone music via Bluetooth or over wifi plays simultaneously over all speakers? And what do I need to add (and to which system) to supply additional wireless speakers I might buy for other area of the house or outside? Don’t need to play different things in different zones.

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kevinviraContributor I
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What Sonos product connects to both my TV and my turntable

I have 2 Sonos Play:1s currently that I wish to use as speakers for my Bravia smart TV and a turntable with built in pre amp. I have been looking at play:5s and connect/connect amps but not sure what is the best product that satisfies both my requirements at the same time. No time lag as man suggested would be great. I might be adding the Sonos sub in the future as well. Also, the new Sonos amp is out of my price range so that is not the best option.

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klangeContributor I
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Can I make and receive phone calls on Sonos

I can’t find a straightforward answer to this anywhere. Can I make it receive phone calls on my iPhone through the Sonos speakers?

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xmascheerContributor I
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Sonos One vs Play:1

I am toying with buying 2 x Sonos 1 speakers as opposed to Sonos 5. Do you have to have Alexa, etc , for the Sonos 1 to work, or is just an extra feature not needed to listen to music?

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duncangContributor I
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Can I (should I) use any existing speakers in my new setup?

Hi I have a high end A/V system powered by an ARCAM A/V receiver and Dynaudio Front & Centre speakers with a B&W subwoofer. I am downsizing to a much smaller apartment and do not have the space for all the speaker equipment. Do I have to get rid of it all, or can I use some of it based around the Sonos system? I am thinking, particularly of the subwoofwer which cost around $1800 7 years ago. Can I connect this into a Sonos 5.1 surround sound Cinema system, or would I be better off just using the Sonos system in total? Many thanks D

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YAPContributor I
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help with ceiling speakers and connect amp

In our new home we have 16 built in ceiling speakers: 6 speakers are connected to 3 connect amps, the rest seem to be not connected. What do I need to buy to connect all speakers to the Sonos system.

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DenVContributor III
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Should I get Sub or 2x Play: 1 to add to Beam?

$599 sub vs $269 2x Play:1s - good deal for either. Which one will have more impact to augment the Beam for party music/video?

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ppokitContributor I
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Air play on Sonos play:1 using sonos:one

So, we have 2 sonos play:1 speakers. I would like to be able to stream from bbc player radio but understand I can do this with sonos: one using airplay. So, my question is: if I get a sonos:one to connect to the current network will I be able to stream the player to the current speakers I have. So we currently have a speaker on ground floor, and one on top floor (of a three storey house) I'd want to listen to the player though just one speaker that may or not be the sonos:one. Hope this makes sense, ask me questions if you need further explanation.

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HilljjContributor I
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Connect AND connect:amp?

Having a company install a tv, Sonos play bar, sub, connect:amp, and 2 in wall speakers in my living room. Had a guy do a walk through today - they are high end and no stranger to Sonos The house is pre wired for all this. My internet router is upstairs in another room. Does this warrant getting a connect AND a connect amp? I could be totally wrong but I feel this is redundant to get both

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Reli RothkoContributor I
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Sonos desktop speakers?

Hey sonos friends, I'm considering adding a play bar or play base to our home office, but was wondering if anyone heard of any desktop sonos speaker products on the horizon. My wife has a very old set of computer speakers that could use some upgrading. It would be great if it was a sonos system since it can remain always on. I considered a connect amp but I'm not sure the product is designed to work with displays since it has the audio delay. The play bar, and base are intriguing since they are designed for screens but their size don't quite work with the desk. Anyone else use a similar setup?

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Music_MikeContributor I
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1x Sonos One & 1x Sonos Beam

So, I bought a Sonos one in June this year (Yay!), I needed a decent speaker in my living room to enjoy music on the weekends when I unwind from work and for use with my TV which I seem to watch excessively. Excuse my lack of knowledge, but only until after I bought the Sonos One, did I realise Sonos's modular setup and that if I wanted to use my speakers for music AND TV, I'd need to instantly add to my setup. 6 months down the line, and I'm ready to upgrade (or slightly upgrade, after a call to Sonos sales support I feel like I need to be adding another 2 or 3 pieces to my setup). I am going to add a Sonos Beam into the equation. I have scoured the internet for the setup I am considering which is: 1x Sonos One & 1x Sonos Beam, but I can only seem to find; 2x Sonos One and 1x Sonos Beam......I am slightly reluctant to fork out £200 on top of the £400 spent on the beam, to make it a surround sound so I called Sonos support to see, what are my options, and seeing as I found nothin

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PetePContributor I
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ZP80 and turntable

I’m starting off with Sonos by connecting a Beam to an LG TV and with a view to later on linking in two Play:1 speakers. I’ve then seen that it is possible to connect an external turntable using a connect box. Looking at prices it is possible to get a second hand ZP80 for a lot less than the current ZP90 version. So is there a lot difference between the two models or would the ZP80 suffice? As the turntable would be in the same room as the Beam and Play:1 speakers then I don’t want to look at another speaker such as a Play:5. If the ZP90 is the better alternative then I would look at that but if the cheaper ZP80 works well then that is the preferred option

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kimhansendkContributor I
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Beam + Play Ones + Sub vs Playbar +Sub

I am thinking of adding some Sonos speakers for TV and movies (and a bit of music) in the living room. I quite like the new Beam but I am wondering if the sound quality is good enough compared to the Playbar. I would either buy the Beam and add 2x Ones and the Sub. Or I would buy the Playbar and the Sub. Which option would be the best? Will the Beam deliver enough punch or is too tinny (when adding the other speakers)? Our living room is about 4x3 meters where we sit and watch TV and continues in an angle that is about 3x6 meters. What would you choose?

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HoogieAvid Contributor I
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Next Sonos: Play:3 for Stereo vs Beam vs PlayBase

Hello, I am an existing Sonos user and my current setup is: * Living room = Play:3 * Bedroom = Play:1 * Kitchen = Play:1 I recently purchased a Beam but have not yet opened it and I am considering returning it, the reason for this is that music in my living room is one of my main priorities, and I am concerned that a Beam setup won't be adequate. I ideally want a setup where I get the benefit of a soundbar and good music playback in my living room, ideally from a stereo speaker setup. What would you recommend as the best option for me? I am currently considering: Option 1 - Cost approx £400-450 * Living room = 2 * Play:3 as a stereo pair for music + a £200 sound bar from another manufacturer for TV. * Bedroom = Play:1 * Kitchen = Play:1 Option 2 - Cost approx £520 * Living room = Beam + 2 * Play:1 for surround sound. * Bedroom = Play:3 * Kitchen = Play:One Option 2 - Cost £500 as Playable currently on sale * Living room = Playbase * Bedroom = 2 * P

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NikolaFlContributor I
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YAMAHA MusicCast VINYL 500 compatibilité SONOS

Bonjour, Je souhaite très prochainement acquérir un ensemble d'enceintes Sonos afin d'équipé mon domicile. La seul problématique qui freine pour l'instant mon achat est que je souhaite savoir si la platine vinyle YAMAHA MusicCast VINYL 500 serait compatible avec ce systeme sans le sonos connect. En effet la platine à la possibilité de diffuser en wifi et via le protocole Airplay. Est ce que cette possibilité la rend compatible avec le systeme SONOS ? En vous remerciant beaucoup, Cdt Nikola

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J-Kon72Contributor II
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Single Play:1 and single Sonos One as surrounds?

Hey everybody. Really excited about the new voice enabled Sonos One! I would love to put one in my living room where I currently have the complete 5.1 setup. Can I move one of the surrounds to a different room and link the new One with an old Play:1? Will the voice activation work when the Sonos One is in the surround configuration?

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MatabacaduteoContributor I
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5.1 Surround setting

Hi everyone! I'm trying to set my living room on a 5.1 surround and I currently have the Soundbar and the Sub. What have I to buy now? Two Play 1 or two Sono's One? I'm just wondering which are the differences between these two components.

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AL9Contributor I
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Help with 5 Zone System Hardware Selection?

So, I have a house that is wired for 5 zones of speakers, 1 pair of speakers per zone--and I need help with selecting the hardware. The way I see it, there are four different operations for the hardware to perform: 1. Source selection and main volume control 2. Converting from stereo to mono (for at least some of the zones, if not all) 3. Pre-Amp: Volume control for each zone (including On/Off) 4. Power Amp I see several different options: Option 1: Sonos Power Amp (new version) for all 5 zones. - This is an elegant solution with high power capacity, and it even provides Operation 2 above (i.e. conversion to mono), but it is very expensive at $600/zone equals $3000. - It is also very costly to upgrade, as any upgrade would require a full replacement of everything. (Note that the piece that will require upgrades the most will be the Source Selection operation, as that is the most prone to changes in technology. Everything else should last for decades.) Option 2: So

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JackWrightChromatic Producer II
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What Hi-Fi article on Beam tips, questionable statement

Was reading another What Hi-Fi article on Sonos Beam tips, as I am getting it tomorrow and then they go to say this... WHAT??? haha Price aside, the SUB makes a positively huge difference owning one myself, and listening to the Beam display at the store I work in. I also snuk a SUB into the warehouse as one of two came off display to accomodate space for the new Beam. And paired with a Play 3 in a warehouse my colleagues agreed it sounds miles better. I don't know what they mean by blunt instrument... lol

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martinmcnearyContributor I
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Beam and Play 5 (Gen 1) together

I have a beam already connected to TV which works great but I would like to add a Play 5 (gen 1) in the same room as I can then plug in audio devices to Line in socket. What would be the best way to set this up. I would like the music from the line in to play through the beam as well as the Play 5 . Not too bothered if the TV does not come through Play 5 but a bonus if it does. Would the position of the two units be better facing each other across the room ? I have not bought the Play 5 yet and looking at Gen 1 because of cost. Any help here would be appreciated. Thanks

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JackWrightChromatic Producer II
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PC gaming and Sonos surround sound problem to consider

This thread is like a mixture of a conversation and a question. I recently bought the new Sonos Beam, and started experimenting with surround sound. And before you go out and buy one; if you use a PC to game through your TV - you might have a problem. Now, the issue is you can't get Dolby Digital surround sound from using an Nvidia GPU (AMD, I am not sure). You're strictly locked to stereo, unless you have an Nvidia Quadro GPU or a very unique TV. But, chances are you don't as Quadro's cost multiple thousands of pounds and all the TV's I know supplement the issue. So, what platforms pass in delivering Dolby Digital surround sound? Xbox/PS4: PASS Blu-ray player: PASS TV built in apps: PASS PC gaming with Nvidia GPU: FAIL So, I plugged the HDMI in from my PC (GTX 1080Ti) to the TV (Sony 43" XE7073). Then, the TV will re-route the signal to the Beam. And there is nothing wrong with any of the hardware from the PC to the speakers in delivering 5.1 Dolby Digital surround s

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carmelward79Contributor I
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What do I need to buy from SONOS for surround sound

Hi i am looking to buy sonas nedd i assume an amp and 4 speakers ideally woreless. Can someone reccomend the list of what i need its for a tv in the living room but this then goes into the extension where another tv is and i need to know can i just buy extra speakers to work with that tv out in the extension? Or do i need another woofer also? How does the sonas connect to the tv alsp is it hdmi tp the woofer then the woofer con ects to the speakers wirelessly? Sorry just bo idea what i need to buy x

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maakselContributor I
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Sonos Play bar, with Connect:Amp driving 2 rear + sub woofer

I had my receiver ports go bad on me, and instead of replacing it, I decided to get a play bar. Overall, it sounds nice, but I would like to take advantage of my other components which are now sitting idle. I have a very nice sub, and rear channel speakers. So what I am trying to figure out is if I purchase the connect:amp, would I be able to power the rear speakers, and also include the sub (self powered). I read through the FAQ here https://support.sonos.com/s/article/2237?language=en_US , which addresses the speakers. It looks like those would be driven properly. So it really just ends up dealing with the sub. My ultimate goal is to utilize what I already have by purchasing the connect:amp. It would save me a lot of money, and the speakers I can't confirm are 'better' than purchasing Sonos 1, but I do not have power where they would be located... which would required a lot more work and expense. The sub I know is very good quality, and keeping JUST that would make t

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bler43Contributor I
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Buying in sonos.com with international warranty?

Hello, I'm posting this because I had a chat with one of you staff in the website on Sonos Beam. And one of the question I asked was about the international warranty of the product as I am going to gift to my brother in Manila, Philippines. He mentioned it would have international warranty as long as I bought it in sonos.com BUT when I'm looking around here in the forum I saw a question about international warranty and you guys are only honoring region base warranty. That is why I'm a bit confuse right now w/c really is it?

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HinesContributor I
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Beam + 2 x Sonos Ones for TV surround, but what about music?

Hi all, I currently own the Beam, which has proved to be a great purchase so far! Very happy! I want to add two Sonos Ones into the living room and link them up as L+R surround speakers for watching TV with the Beam. Does anyone know how this configuration performs when listening to music (Spotify in my case), not the TV. Will the Sonos Ones work as a stereo pair or will the Beam still act as the main speaker? I know I'll be able to reconfigure the setup via the app to make the Sonos Ones act as a stereo pair (essentially forgetting they're part of the surround setup), but I don't want to be resetting on the app every time I go from watching TV to listening to music. Apologies if this is an obvious question, I'm new to Sonos and want to ensure it'll do what I need before convincing the other half that this is something we really need to do! 🙂 Thanks all!

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