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Sonos Speakers: Product Comparison Chart

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Sonos Home Theater Speaker: Comparison Chart

Published 5/10/20 Exciting things are happening at Sonos. They have just announced the June 10, 2020 release of a much anticipated addition...

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Which Sonos speakers are right for me?

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TnoelContributor I

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2 subs with 1 Soundbar?

Due to room configuration and size, is it possible to have 2 subs work together with 1 soundbar for television viewing? Thank you, Troy

6 years ago

jamiefrigginContributor I

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Sonos + receiver + L/R speakers + turntable

Greetings, Sonos Community! Any help you can give me with my question would be so appreciated! Here’s our current set-up: Denon Receiver L & R, Center, Sub Turntable (built-in pre-amp) Music server filled with a zillion digital songs (we used to use a Slimdevice Squeezebox with our music server, but that recently stopped working after a decade) What we’d like to do: Use some version of the Sonos system to play digital music through L/R speakers plus through two other Sonos speakers in two adjacent rooms (3s or 1s, yet to be purchased). Play turntable through L/R + Sonos speakers. Not have to use house wifi if at all possible. What would you recommend we purchase to achieve this, and how would these components need to be connected?

6 years ago

morba931Lyricist I

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best controller for sonos play 1

I am a hospital chaplain and our team has refurbished our interfaith prayer chapel. We added a sonos play 1 speaker to stream soothing music to create a relaxing environment. We used a very inexpensive tablet as a controller that we kept in our office. I think we just need to upgrade to a better quality controller. We need a dedicated controller that runs off AC. Would an inexpensive laptop allowing for different streaming options be a reasonable choice? Any suggestions?

6 years ago

RasMarcContributor I

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Bridge needed or not

Without a bridge do you need a speaker connected to the Router at all times. I have had a bridge for a few years and just got 2 new sonos 1's . I already have a 5 and wondered if I can disconnect the bridge and use the speakers without the speaker being wired in to the router. All my speaker positions are not near the router so can't be plug in.

6 years ago

teamcooperukContributor I

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Sony TV, Xbox One and Playbar advice

Hi, I'm close to taking plunge into the world of Sonos but have been doing some reading this afternoon and found myself unsure if my TV is compatible with the Playbar that I was looking to buy. My plan was to start by purchasing a Playbar and a Sonos:One and then add more speakers over time. I'm mainly after multiroom streaming capability. I have an existing LG Soundbar and Sub-Woofer (http://www.lg.com/au/sound-bars/lg-NB4540) connected to my TV (a Sony KDL-55W800B - http://www.sony.com.au/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs/kdl-55w800b/specifications) and would look to replace with the Playbar. Other than listening to music I watch Freeview TV via my Xbox One and downloaded TV shows and movies via Plex, also on the Xbox. I've seen a lot about Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS, HDMI and passthrough. Looking at the Sony TV specs above I'm not sure that the Playbar would work properly with the TV? However, I also saw that i could connect the Playbar to the Xbox One via the Opt

6 years ago

pedalmasherAvid Contributor I

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Flexson or Sanus stands for Sonos Play 5 gen II speakers

I wonder if anyone has experience with both stands in regards to stability and quality? I just installed a pair of Sanus stands for my new ONE speakers in my 5.1 Sonos system. They seem stable and of high quality and I was impressed with their customer service. My dealer was supposed to send my two Play 1 speakers with the 5.1 system and hence i ordered a pair of Play 1 Sanus stands. Unfortunately, they are incompatible in that the ONE does not have the screw fitting on the rear as does the Play 1. Without hesitation, they sent me a pair of adaptors at no cost to me. Impressive! Having said that, the base on the Sanus stand for the 5 seems a bit small in comparison to the base of the Flexson. Trying to decide which pair to order and any guidance would be appreciated. I see there on the Sonos site, they sell only the Flexson model.

6 years ago

Douglas EinckTrending Lyricist I

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Playbar good sound with sitting on furniture?

Hi, looking to purchase either the playbar or playbase. Leaning toward playbar as my TV is hung higher above a cabinet. I'd rather just set it on the cabinet and not hang, but concerned from an article (below) that sound is not optimal if just set down an not hung. Recommendations? https://www.whathifi.com/features/sonos-playbar-vs-sonos-playbase-which-better Thanks! Douglas

6 years ago

pszumlasContributor I

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Black Friday Deals

Does anyone know of any black friday deals coming up on play 1s or 3s? If so where?

5 years ago

Mikkel SecherContributor I

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Two "rooms" in one room? (Sub, Playbar, 2x Play One, 2x Play: 5)

I'm getting a new TV within a week or two and I plan on getting a full Sonos system. (Sub, Playbar, 2x Play One, 2x Play: 5). I want a system that that will excel at both music and movies, meaning surround AND strong stereo speakers. I guess that I assumed that Play:5's could be paired with the Playbar as front L and R (why on earth isn't that the case?) - and I almost gave up, until I saw that you could just make them a new "room" and output the same sound as the Playbar receives from the TV - and this could be the solution for me... The question is though, will this be synced well enough or will it sound horrible, and how will the Play:5's act, when not paired directly with the SUB? (since I guess the SUB can't be paired to both groups, right?) Are there any possibilities I'm missing?

6 years ago

izaias miguelContributor I

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Home theather design

Hi! I'm planning to mount all my home's sound based on Sonos. I have 4 pairs of Polk RC80i distributed along the house, all of them connected by wires to a central place at the house. I have one TV at this place and one TV distant and both TVs should be connected to 2 pairs of these speakers each. As far as I understood I'd need following Sonos structure to connect everything: - one TV could be connected directly to the sonos:amp by wire. These amp would connect to two pairs of the speakers, including the pair that will serve as sound to the TV - the other TV would connect to a sonos connect, which would connect itself wireless to another sonos:amp, which would connect to the other 2 pairs of speakers - besides that, I'd need one playbase and one sub for each TV. Could you please check if that's right? Can I replace the Sonos Connect in the second TV for the playbase? Does it connect wirelessly to the Sonos:amp? Thanks in advance!

6 years ago

barryf22Contributor I

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Pairing two Play:5 with a shared line-in source

Hi Is it possible to pair two Play:5 speakers and have one connect to the line in source and have it shared to the other Play:5?

6 years ago

HoogieAvid Contributor I

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What Sonos to buy next, Play:3, Play:5, Soundbase or Soundbar?

Hello, I am currently looking to add to my Sonos setup and I'm not sure what speaker to go for. Currently I have a Play:3 in my living room, a Play:1 in my Kitchen and a Play:1 in my bedroom. I am considering getting a new Play:3 to setup as a stern pair in my living room. Alternatively, I am wondering if it would make more sense to buy a Playbar or Playbase to replace the Play:3 in the living room. What would people recommend? How would a Playbar or Playbase sound compared to 2 Play:3s setup in a stereo pair? Thanks

6 years ago

DjElucidContributor I

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Play1 vs Play3

Currently have the Sonos one and the mic sensitivity is lacking so I'm thinking to upgrade to echo dot + (2) play 1 or (1) play3. Questions: are the drivers in the play1 and play3 the same? I'm trying to fill the sound in a large kitchen, could someone that owns that play1 and play3 provide feedback? I don't need it to be super loud and would rather have clarity throughout the room than all the music coming from one side but I do love my bass.

6 years ago

RickySwannContributor I

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Sonos One Floor Stands

Can anyone tell me if there are any floor stands for the new Play One with Alexa, I purchased a complete system playbar, sub and 2 x play one speakers and I made the mistake of ordering new stands but they only fit the Play1, I feel it's a bit stupid of Sonos to give them the same name only difference being a numerical 1 and and alphabetical One, because the play 1 floor stands support the speaker with a screw into the rear of the speaker but the new play one does not have any fixing support , and I need then to be on a stand and not just placed on a table, any ideas people

6 years ago

srssrsContributor I

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Sonos One vs. Echo Dot?

I am seriously considering the purchase of a Sonos One for my daughter but have some serious concerns. I have been reading (here) about customer concerns over the mic sensitivity in the Sonos One - many, many complaints. The responses I have read is to expect software updates from Sonos to correct this in the future. The Dot is tried & true and my personal experience with it so far and its integration with my Play 3 is great. I have not read a great deal of positive responses from Sonos saying these fixes will come soon. Would love to go with the Sonos One but not certain this is the right decision. Can someone help me? Any & all responses will be appreciated......Steve

6 years ago

andy1585Contributor I

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Living / dining room setup - looking for recommendations

Hi all - Recently moved into a new apartment and have a large room that's both living room and dining room, and looking to setup a full Sonos system. It's about 350 sq ft total (~25 ft x 14 ft). Would really appreciate recommendations. Here's what I'm looking for overall: - great sound for the TV (have a 60" TV currently on a stand - it's plasma so fairly heavy. Not looking to mount currently unless I must). Currently use an Xbox One as main set top device for streaming media (I don't use cable). - sound for both living area dining area for music - I'd stream Spotify to this from devices and also have a U-turn Basic turntable w/ preamp built in In terms of networking equipment, I currently have the Netgear CM1000 modem and Orbi RBK50 router (keeping primary in this area, satellite is in other part of the apartment). Willing to spend what I need to have a nice setup. Tentatively was thinking that could have a play 5 for the turntable, and set that up in the dining area (behi

6 years ago

nahughesContributor I

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Connecting Sonos System with Record Player

Hi - I currently have two Sonos Play:1 speakers and recently purchased a record player that I would like to be able to play using the Play:1's. To connect using the in-line from the record player I understand I need a Play:5, Connect or Connect:Amp. That being said, if I purchase a Play:5 and connect to the record player, would the Play:5 them be able to connect to the Play:1 speakers? Or would I need the Connect or Connect:Amp. Hope this is clear and thanks in advance for the help. Nick

6 years ago

Gauss66Contributor I

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Paying a 10% upcharge for Sonos products

I am purchasing an existing home and exploring audio options. The local security/audio is recommending Sonos and in their quote, had 10% over what Sonos charges on line. Is this usual ? When I inquired - it was stated that this is approved by Sonos and has to do with professional set up ( not any hard mounting etc ... but I guess it would be turning using TruePlay ). Is this normal. It adds up when you are looking at a $5K quote. POVs welcome !

6 years ago

AlchemyContributor I

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Building new system in old house

I am looking to add a multi room system in my house but do not know what I am doing and could use some advice on what to get. I am looking to add sound in the living room and dining room as two separate zones. This will be audio only and connected to in wall wired speakers. The wiring for those speakers goes down to the basement. At the same spot in the basement, I have the internet router. The house is supported by a mesh network and I have strong coverage throughout. To connect those speakers, I believe I need a CONNECT:AMP for each room. We mostly just listen to internet streaming like Spotify. Do I need to buy a receiver/tuner as well? What else do I need to actually play music, control volume, etc? I believe we can use an app, but I would like to have a dedicated remote in each room as well. In the kitchen, I already have a Beosound 8 which is a wireless speaker that I like very much. I would like to keep that speaker, but would prefer to control all sound in the house from on

6 years ago

cm100Avid Contributor I

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If you already owned a P1 and a P3, would you get an additional P1 or a P3 for stereo pair for medium sized room?

I currently own a P1 and a P3 and I am thinking of creating a stereo pair for a medium size (social) room. Would you spend $200 or an additional P1 or $300 for an additional P3 in order to create a stereo pair in that room? Any feedback and thoughts would be appreciated!

6 years ago

cm100Avid Contributor I

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Choosing between two Play:5 floor stands; Hama vs Flexson

I would like to get a floor stand for my Play:5. Where I live, I have two options, and both are basically the same price. A Flexson https://www.flexson.com/by-sonos-product/sonos-play-5-all/play-5-floor-desk-stands/flexson-floor-stand-for-sonos-play-5-horizontal [img]5df34562-c94d-4c20-9de7-c06914687f2f.png[/img] Or a Hama https://www.hama.com/00118012/hama-speaker-stand-for-sonos-play5-2nd-generation-white [img]588ccd78-1301-4abd-b48d-38d0de5e9380.png[/img] Any recommendations or things I should think about when picking a floor stand?

6 years ago

nathr1Contributor I

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Playbar - with SUB or with 2xPlay 1s?

I'm about to get a Playbar for the TV and alongside that my budget will stretch to either a SUB or 2 Play 1s (or Ones) plus stands to use as surrounds. System will be used as much for music as for TV in a room around 15ft square. Any ideas as to which would be the best to go for? SUB or surrounds?

6 years ago

dgbarwellContributor I

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Using ceiling speakers with Connect:Amp & TV

I am looking at buying the Connect:Amp to connect my ceiling speakers by Sonos. Is it possible for these speakers to be connected to my TV via the Connect:Amp also? Apologies if this question has been answered before

6 years ago

HenryClevelandSonosContributor I

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Sonos setup in new construction. Looking for feedback.

I am building a new house and designing the sound system. I do not have Sonos today, so I am new to this technology. I have listed my plan below and have a couple basic questions. 1. Regarding, the living/dining/kitchen setup, do I need to make sure my speakers are 8ohm to run all four off one Connect: Amp? The existing forum responses are not quite clear to me. 2. In the family room, would you suggest the setup as I have list or recommend in-wall rear surround speakers as opposed to the two Play:1 speakers? 3. Any other general improvements to make on my current plan? [b]Living/Dining/Kitchen open space[/b] -One Connect:Amp running four in-ceiling speakers -One Playbar connected to living room TV. [b]Patio[/b] -One Connect:Amp connected to two speakers [b]Master[/b] -One Connect:Amp running to two speakers or one Play:5 [b]Office[/b] -One Connect:Amp running to two speakers or one Play:5 [b]Home Gym[/b] -One Connect:Amp running to two speakers or one Play:5

6 years ago

iturnbu1Contributor I

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Universal remote recomendation

Hi I have a 2013 Smart Samsung TV with SKY HD box and a Playbase, I am after a universal remote that will play nice with all these. Any Recommendations TIA Ian

6 years ago

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