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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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Angus GContributor I

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Two play 5s vs connect amp and speakers

Looking for advice: for the cost of two Play 5s could I get better sound out of a Connect Amp and speaker combo? I don't need the flexibility to move the speakers into different rooms, I just want the convenience of Sonos streaming with the best sound. Thanks in advance.

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7 years ago

JMVContributor I

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Choosing Speakers for Multi-Room System

I've decided to switch my current audio system for a sonos multi-room setup, and I'm having a hard time deciding which speakers I need. Hoping some of you can chime in with some advice. Layout: I'm hoping to fill my living room, kitchen, and another sitting room off the other side of my kitchen. The floor plan I want to fill makes an "L" shape...walk through back door of my house into the sitting room that opens into kitchen - turn right out of kitchen into main living room. Very open floor plan. The sitting room measures 14x10 (feet). Kitchen measures 20x10. Living room measures 15x15. Additional factors: My turntable/vinyl is in the sitting room. I'd like to be able to connect it to the Sonos system and play in multiple rooms. It's a solid 80s technics unit that is currently connected to a receiver and two floor speakers. My tv is set up in the living room. I'd like to be able to play it through the Sonos system in that room and also be able to play music through

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7 years ago

mexisunContributor I

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ZP100 Connect:Amp vs ZP120

Are there major functional differences between the current version of the Connect:Amp (ZP-120) and the prior version (ZP-100) that I should be aware of? I'll be using the amp to power two outdoor speakers and can pick up a ZP-100 for around $280 (vs $475 for the ZP-120) - would it be silly to go with the older model? I'll be building out a full home Sonos system over the next couple years and want this to integrate into that. Thanks!

JamndavContributor I

Recently converted from Comcast to Att Uverse. My Play 1 device worked with Comcast but not with Att Uverse. It seems to be something with the wireless connection Thoughts, suggestions please

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7 years ago

jenshContributor I

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Seagate Wireless Plus 1TB as streaming media

Will Seagate Wireless Plus 1TB work as a streaming media with Sonos Connect

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7 years ago

LburnsContributor I

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Advice on Installing a SUB in a cabinet

Any advice on installing a SUB in an entertainment unit? Had a suggestion that the bottom could be cut out to let the SUB sit on the floor. Another was to lay the SUB flat with the floor of the unit cut out larger than the speaker section. Though the SUB looks great we are looking to hide all the equipment in a unit. Any thoughts appreciated?

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7 years ago

CraciunuContributor I

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Two Sonos Play5 vs Sonos Amp + 500$ speakers

I'm looking for a home-office stereo solution in the 1000$ range. I wonder if anyone tried this and can help me choose between 2 x Sonos Play 5 (in stereo mode) and a system using a Sonos Connect Amp + standmount speakers of about 500$. If the latter... what speakers to use to better the Play5s? Thanks

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7 years ago

d_14Contributor I

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Sonosnet vs Wifi - which is best?

I have a router and 3 extenders across my house, so my wifi is excellent all over the house and yard.  If I hard use a Bridge/Boost or hardwire 1 speaker in, is that hardwired component the only one that pushes out Sonosnet?  If so, I would think my own wifi network if probably stronger / more reliable than the one source for Sonosnet.  Toughts?   BTW, I plan on adding over 5 speakers, and a home theater setup.  Will I be forced to use Sonosnet?  

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7 years ago

chrisredmayneAvid Contributor I

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Can we get a more definitive answer on what TVs will passthrough 5.1 audio ??

The only thread I can see with a Sonos answered comment lists 4 year old American TVs I can't even find in stock. Surely you are constantly testing new TVs ? I really want a new TV but can't pick as I'm worried it won't work right, is there nothing in the TV specs to look for ? If it says ARC HDMI does that mean it will work ?

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7 years ago

tom_83Contributor I

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Sonos and Google Home

Is there any word on when Sonos will come to Google home?

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7 years ago

mehtasunilContributor I

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Recommended Room Size

My leaving room size is approximate 700 Sq Ft, is One Play 5 is enough or i should think of 2?

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7 years ago

wolfebrowmContributor III

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12 Sonos Connect's + Multichannel Amplifier OR 12 Sonos Connect AMPS?

I am remodeling my house and putting in 12 zones. I am considering two basic approaches and would appreciate input on my choice: 1) Purchase a multi-channel amplifier. Connect amp to speakers in each zone. So speaker cables would run from the AV closet to each of the sets of speakers in each room. Connect 12 Sonos Connects to the multichannel amp. These Sonos Connects could stay in the AV closet. OR 2) Purchase 12 Sonos Connect AMPS and connect the AMPS to the speakers in each room. I would wire most of the AMPS to the network for improved signal strength. The Sonos AMPS could be kept in the AV closet also. Which is best? I'm focused more on music quality, functionality, signal reliability etc.. Cheers, Andrew

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7 years ago

boegenContributor I

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Boost versus Wi-Fi Extender

Is there any difference (or advantage) in using a Boost instead a Wi-Fi Extender? I've recently faced some problems with four Play 1 units, grouped to play music simultaneously from an online music station in a Gym. The music turned off irregularly, but after having set-up a simple Wi-Fi Extender, connected with a cable to one Play 1, the system turned out to be stable.

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7 years ago

Rik ParrAvid Contributor I

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Multi Room Wired and Wireless Install Help Needed Please

Just bought a new property and having all cabling re-done, so wanted to get the music system installed at the same time. I currently own 2 x Play 1 only with a view to buying additional kit based on recommendations. I have 3 kids rooms which I intend to use a Play 1 in each for, that's the easy part! I have a small cinema room that will require 5:1, I have 2 bathrooms that I want to fit appropriate ceiling speakers in and a ceiling speaker in the kitchen. I also want to install an outdoor speaker. I have 2 x Wharfdale free standing wired speakers I would like to use in the cinema room. I will have a comms cabinet with network switch fitted in the loft. I'm guessing I can just use a connect in the loft with my current amplifier, but not sure how to use the bathrooms individually through the Sonos amp - please help lol!! Thanks for taking the time to read this.

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7 years ago