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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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marbaughContributor I
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Play:1 vs Ceiling Mounted Speakers

I am currently in the process of building a new house. I own 4 Play:1's wanted to use them in 4 rooms throughout the house (Kitchen, Dining Room, Screened Porch, and Office). The builder is suggesting I purchase the On-Q /Legrand lyriQ™ Single Source 4 Zone Audio Distribution Hub and let them install Klipsch in-celing speakers (1650c) in those 4 rooms and use the Play:1's elsewhere. Is there a way to install or would anyone recommend installing Play:1's in the ceiling? Or should I consider the builder solution and purchase a Sonos Connect to plug into the distribution hub with in-celing speakrs? Thanks, -Matt

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raeyContributor I
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Sonos with wired speakers or not

Yep - I'm a newbie here :) and after seeing a showcase (friend of mine) I'm quite impressed about the sound and the simplicity of Sonos system. Problem is a year ago I bought myselve some Bose speakers (6 double) secondhanded from another friend and my goal was - when I had some free time - to hang these speakers in all corners to have some better surround sound. Now after comparing the 2 systems (Bose/Sonos) I prefer to take the Sonos system but here my simple question: Should I use these Bose speakers additionally with sonos speakers or not? If I replace these speakers with the sonos ones (1play or 3play) then I have problems with the powercords in each corner... so thats is why I prefer to use these boxes (who doesn't need power cords). If the answer is "Yes, use them" then my next question is: what do I need to connect these speakers to sonos? (I only have a Yamaha - RX v667 receiver, decoder/TV) Tx in advance! Raey

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SchorschiContributor I
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Options for passing through Home Receiver output to SONOS network

I'm not a current SONOS customer, so I'm trying to get the answer to the following: I understand that the SONOS Connect is used to feed SONOS audio sources to an existing amplifier/receiver system. What options are there, however, to make available the output from an existing amplifier/receiver to a SONOS network? The scenario is as follows: Imagine I have a (legacy) amplifier/receiver hooked up to a reel-to-reel player, tape deck, turntable, CD player, radio... What options are there to pass through all these sources to a SONOS network using the SONOS Connect through my amplifier/receiver? The way I understand it, the SONOS Connect is currently only able to accommodate one source at a time via the analog Line-In connectors. However, I don't want to have to switch connections every time I want to play music from a different source. Can I connect my amplifier to the SONOS Connect to be able to play all sources connected to the amplifier and can I, likewise, use the SONOS Connect t

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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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TurkContributor III
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3 or 1

Hi. Thinking of adding to my system to incorporate the kitchen. Reasonably large kitchen and debating between a single play 3 or 2 play 1 for stereo pairing. Any suggestions as to which option may be best?. Thanks.

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taco_1Contributor I
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Do I need a Sonos Connect if I have a Play:5?

I am considering the Sonos system but need to be able to play my existing CD collection from a conventional CD player. I understand both the Sonos Connect and the Play:5 have an Analogue In option. As far as I can tell the Connect is required if you also want to have an Analogue Out to existing amp with speakers, but if this is not a concern, is there any reason to buy a Connect if you already have a Play:5? A related question is: if my CD player is already connected to an Amp, can I connect the Amp to the Connect or Play:5 or does the CD player need to be connected directly to the Sonos gear?

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Kevin_29Contributor I
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Playbar Vs 2 x Play 1s

What would sond better for music please. A Playbar or 2 x Play 1s

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davebart41Contributor I
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Play 5 Pair vs...

I am looking for anyone who has heard a pair of play 5's vs Play play 1's + sub? Performance differences?

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ronniebContributor I
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Sonos in France, any complications v. U.S.?

i am planning on buying a sonos product as a gift for a friends' home in France do I need to buy a special product or adapter for that country?

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douglasmerrittContributor I
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convert a SpeakerCraft system to Sonos?

Hello. I currently have a "traditional" speaker craft system with 5 different speakercraft zones in my home. My speakercraft amp is an MZC-66. I've used Sonos at a number of other houses and am really impressed with the quality and ease of use. I talked with a few people who seemed to indicate that I could pretty easily convert to Sonos by buying a Sonos amp and attaching it to my MZC-66? And then could easily add Sonos speakers and systems to other rooms as they join the wifi network? True?

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User770397Contributor I
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Projector connection

I am about to hire a projector to use to watch a movie but I am wondering if there is any way I can connect sonos to use for the sound of the movie? Kathy

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Airgetlam
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BraultTrending Lyricist I
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External DAC with Connect

I am looking to add a DAC to my SONOS - Nak RE1 - KEF Q70 system, and am considering the Schiit Bifrost. My source is a wide range of ALAC, MP3 and AAC material. Any advice, is it worth it? Am I likely to hear the "wider, more detailed, deeper, etc." sound the reviewers write about.

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Rick_72Contributor I
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AirPort Time Capsule Compatibility

Contemplating purchasing a Sonos system. Have complete Apple system including AirPlay. Sonos documentation says I need to have AirPort Express (entry level unit); I have AirPort Time Capsule (the premium unit) already installed. Can I use my Time Capsule to establish the AirPlay connection? Or do I need a separate (and redundant) AirPort Express?

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Digital_18Contributor I
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Adding Sonos to a bathroom

I am looking to add a Sonos speaker to a master bathroom being redone, can either the 3 or 5 be used in a bathroom? Is there another option I should consider? Thanks.

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PirreG72Contributor I
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Sonos availability in Hong Kong

Hi, I really want to get a couple of sonos systems, but I can't seem to find anywhere to buy them in Hong Kong. Most of the audio & video dealers I have talked to claim there is no agent in Hong Kong. Is that true? Does that mean I cannot buy a Sonos system in Hong Kong? Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

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AudiophiliacAvid Contributor I
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Digital ouput and volume.....

I have been away from the forum for a while, but am still looking forward to getting a SONOS. :) I have a question about the digital output and the SONOS volume control. HOw do they interact? I plan for an outboard DAC, and I would like to connect it straight to an amplifer without any kind of preamp if I can get away with it.....is this recommended? Or does the volume control effect the digital signal adversely?

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