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EnglishRed232Trending Lyricist I
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Sonos Five pair or Era 300 pair?

Hi,I’m trying to decide on what would be better for music listening. Mostly streaming off Spotify. I’m a bit concerned that the Fives may be replaced soonish which leans me towards the newer Era 300s but I’m not sure which would be better for my usage.  I may decide to wall mount them. Would that negate having the up-firing tweeters? Im really stuck choosing. I’ve spoken to two Sonos reps and one said the Fives and the other the Era 300s. Any help would be super appreciated! Thank you 

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reese411Contributor I
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Era 300s in a "Great Room" for surrounds vs. Sonance In-Wall

Hi Sonos Community,Moving to a new house and looking at what’s possible in our great room for surround sound. My wife is open to the idea of adding speakers to the walls in our casual dining, but I don’t want to do anything hideous that would ruin the aesthetic in the room that’s supposed to be for enjoying time with family.I have the following components:Arc SL Sonos Sub (Gen 2)I am evaluating purchasing either of these options for surrounds:Architectural Speakers (QTY 2) with Sonos AMP Era 300s (QTY 2)Problem Statement:The ceiling in the room will be high at almost 20 feet and the room is very open. My first thought was to go with adding two Sonos architectural speakers on the back wall in casual dining, but my chat with Magnolia at Best Buy yielded a negative response as my estimation is that primary viewing would happen roughly 14 feet away from the speakers on the back wall in casual dining, which would be too far for those speakers. We could also do (2) white Sonos Era 300s and r

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Connecting to Ceiling Speakers

I have two Sonos 1s and a Play:5 and am moving into a new build that has in-celing speakers. What do I need to connect my Sonos speakers to the ceiling speakers? Thanks in advance!

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TRex and IContributor I
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Two Move 2 or Four Roam 2

I'm purchasing some Sonos speakers for my fiance as his wedding gift. Upgrading from some old portable Sony SRS speakers I've had for awhile. We mostly use them outside like on the back patio or in the garage. I'm trying to choose between getting two Move 2s or four Roam 2s. Someone asked a question for 1:1 but now that Roam has been available longer I'm hoping someone has experienced self made "sets." 

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DerkleineEnglaenderTrending Lyricist I
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Sonos Beam Gen 2 to replace Playbase

Good afternoon all. I have always been impressed with the friendliness and helpfulness of the Sonos community, so I thought I would seek its opinion:I currently have a set-up for our living room of a Playbase (optical connection to LG OLED TV), sub and two Play:5s as rears for both watching TV and listening to music. I had previously briefly set up the Play:5s as a stereo pair for when listening to music, and the Playbase + Sub for TV, but seemed to prefer having everything surround.I am now considering a Sonos Beam Gen 2 as an upgrade/replacement of the Playbase (it is still working but I know the wifi card can become an issue). What tempts me most is that the Beam can use the EArc connection of the LG for Dolby Atmos. Questions are therefore:Can I expect to notice a difference/improvement in sound field when switching out the Playbase for the Beam Gen 2 with Dolby Atmos using the current surround set up?Should I consider uncoupling the Play:5s for stereo music listening, and have the

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Update to Sonos Five

Is there any news on an updated version of the Five?An Era 500 for example? I’m surprised nothing has been mentioned yet seeing as it came out in 2020 and is lacking some of the functions the newer Era 300 has. I’m looking to get a new speaker but just cant spend on a Five now, this late into it’s lifecycle. I’ve seen quite a few similar posts online.

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ElbertContributor I
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Sonos Ace and Sonos Pro-Ject

I want to add a Pro-Ject to my sonos system.  I also want to listen to my vinyl using Sonos ACE headphones.  What other sonos product must I purchase to make this work?  I do not have an ARC and suffer from all the outdated Sonos equipment I have -- it all sounds and works great but is quickly obsolete when Sonos adds new products -- it ages so quickly.  Help?

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speabodyAvid Contributor I
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Beam or Arc?: 12x12 room + 90" projector Screen

I have a small room but a 90-in projector screen setup. I'm curious if the beam is too small for the projector screen or if the arc is too big for the room. I also intend to purchase a sub and two SLs.

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JetaceAvid Contributor I
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speech quality

I have a Samsung smart tv with Sonos soundbar and play 1 speakers. Sometimes the speech is difficult to hear. Is there a Sonos product that I could add to my system that would improve quality of speech?

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bolinjContributor I
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Which to buy

I’m about to buy a Sonos system purely for music. I was thinking about a pair of Era 100’s and a Sub mini. But after more research I’m now considering the Five. But do I need 2 of them for stereo sound? It would make the set-up a lot more expensive.My only consideration is sound quality, (and the price of course!) so am I going to better my first option of using a sub & 2 Era 100’s, with a system without a sub?I would appreciate some experienced input with this. ‘

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NMK120Contributor I
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Will Sonos work for me?

Hello. I'm wondering if Sonos is the right solution for what I'm looking for and, if so, which products. This question is actually on behalf of my parents. They are wedded to a large CD collection and have no interest in streaming, at least for now. They'd like a setup for their television (soundbar and possibly also a sub) that ALSO has an audio input to which they can attach their CD player. I think they plan a single room setup for now, but would like the option to add speakers down the road that will allow for music from the CD player to play in multiple rooms.One other relevant piece of information: they live in a community that has a common wifi network for residents. I'm not sure whether they have their own wifi network in their unit (although they may - I will check). Does that mean Sonos can't be used for the purposes above?Thanks, appreciate everyone’s help.

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bolinjContributor I
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New set-up in a Spanish Naya

Hi AllI’m new to Sonos and a music fanatic. I’m looking to put a Sonos system in an outdoor space called a naya. It wont get wet or ever be in direct sunlight. From the small amount of research I have done, it looks like a Sub Mini and 2 x Era 100 speakers would do nicely.Would they be ok with the humidity?Does this seem a good starting point, and could I add a screen at a later date?Do all 3 require mains power?Have I missed anything?Any input much appreciated!Many thanksColin

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HFSContributor I
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Turn Tables

I have Sonos speakers dating from 2013 - 2017, Play 1, Play 5, and sound bar.  Looking for recommendations on the best compatible turn tables and connection configurations.  Thank you 

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Playing music through tv app

I have a arc system with sub and two ones as rear speakers. When playing music from smart tv apps, such as Spotify and watching music videos, I don’t get the best sound quality, like I do when listening to music through the Sonos app. I have found out that the arc system has two modes. One for watching tv, and one for playing music. When listening to music through tv apps, It will only play in tv mode, and you don’t get that good music sound quality the system is capable of producing. So I wonder why Sonos don’t have a manual “switch” for this?  I would love to have great music sound quality also when listening to tv apps and watching music videos.

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SR45Contributor I
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Surround sound speaker options

I live in a standalone apartment with no one above, sides, front or back of me, so cranking up the volume is not an issue.  my apartment is laid out with both a family room and dining room adjoining each other with a side kitchen and the question I have with a 17‘ x 33‘ living and dining room area combined, would I be best served with 2 ERA 100 speakers or 2 ERA 300? I now have a Beam gen2 with a sub mini and would upgrade to a GEN 2 Arc when it comes out later this year or next year or whenever. I’m 79 years old and my hearing is not that great, but would like speech clarity in the movies I watch. After getting my sub mini along with the beam 2, the experience has improved greatly with my Samsung TV. Would I be best served foregoing the side surroundsound speakers and keep my current set up? I don’t care about wasting more money if I’m not gonna get a good improvement.  

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PsuggsContributor I
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Wireless Speakers

Is there a wireless speaker that will allow me to hear TV programs audio?

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OmegaZero
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Don't get anything - Sonos can't be trusted

After spending thousands of dollars on Sonos products they’ve now released an “update” that makes all of it mostly unusable. They added no features, they improved no functions, all they did was incorporate advertising. Now I have to scroll through crap adds on my phone before I can try to play music on the speakers I paid stupid amounts of money for. That is, if I can even get it to work given the app fails to work and/or outright crashes most of the time. And on top of that, I’m now getting relentless emails, text messages, and popups advertising their headphones. As if I’d ever give them another dime. Learn from my mistake - don’t buy app connected or controlled hi-fi gear. This is what happens, even if the company has been trustworthy in the past.

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PHJ12345Contributor I
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Setting up a home surround sound system

I want to set up a home surround system with Sonos speakers.  My preference is to use four in ceiling speakers and one Beam.  Will this do for a good setup?  My preference is to primarily use in ceiling speakers for this purpose.

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nosos-088Contributor I
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Best compromise between Hi-Fi and home theater on budget

Hello, I know there are a lot of similar discussion, but I did’t find my solution now. Maybe it’s just to individual, but let’s give it a try.For years I have my two Sonos Play 5 (1st Gen) in the living room, one Play 1 in the kitchen and another Play 1 in the bedroom.For now I like to upgrade my living room. Mostly listen to music => Spotify, mainly Rap & Pop, therefore the Play 5 as a stereo pair are perfect.  But I like to add a Soundbar for a little home theater. Beam Gen2 in mind. Ratio Music to Movie is about 70:30 Room is around 40 square meter.Now my question: Which would be the best solution for listen to music in a good stereo quality but still have the option to enjoy movies with Dolby Atmos?Option 1: Two Era 300 and Beam 2 Option 2: Two Era 100, Sub Mini, Beam 2 Option 3: Open for suggestions in ± same BudgetWhat do you think? 

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Era 100 x 2 plus sub mini or 2 x Five

I am wondering which would be better for listening to music - mostly vinyl at low ish volumes in a smallish sized dining room 3.5 m x 4 m.Cost is about the same ATM with upgrade pricing. Era 100 x 2 plus sub mini or 2 x Five? many thanks  

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Upgrade from old Sonos System (Play 1)

Hi there.I have a Play 5/Play 1 system (at least that's what I think it is as I’m using the S1 App) and it is time for an upgrade.I’ve looked at the latest products, but am not sure what the equivalent or better system is in the new product range, so would like some advice on what to get as a replacement.I’ve attached some pictures of my current system so as to confirm the model.Thanks!Main SystemI Have 2 of these 

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surround vs arc

So. Lived in cheap rental. Got 55"tv, sonos beam gen 2 and sub mini. That was eargasm compared to what i was listening before.Fast forward not 2 years later, bought a small flat.  Now im sitting about 1m further away from tv with sofa right in the corner against the wall. And now i just dont LOVE my setup. Now dont get me wrong, still a big upgrade from tv, but feels like i have to turn sound up too much to get the same effect. And beam just feels... smaller? sub still shakes the window easily so not looking to upgrade that. My sofa is maybe a couple inches from the back wall and maybe 20cm from side wall.  So my question is. If i want…. More. do i have space for surrounds? Would 300’s be wasted in less  than ideal placement? should i get 100? i cant move sofa forward. Maybe just a little to the side.Or i have no space for surrounds and i should upgrade to arc? For lack of better words, im looking for ‘bigger’? sound so i can listen quieter and still be happy. mostly video streaming, g

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Replace Play 3 S1 with current equivalent S2 speaker.

All of my six Sonos speakers are compatible with S2 except two of my Play 5 S1’s. Decided I don’t need new Play 5 speakers but would like to replace them with what use to be called Play 3 instead. What is the closest match to the old Play 3.Thank YouJohn

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Sonos Ace Headphones: Are they just a high-end Bluetooth headset or more?

HelloI know many are disappointed that the coming Sonos Ace headphones will not act as a “room’ in the Sonos ecosystem. However, there is a plausible explanation that may apply to a limited number of Sonos users. More on that later (see Side Note).Also at launch the Ace headset will only receive TV audio (no music audio) from an Arc soundbar to be followed by the Beam (Gen 1&2) and possibly the Ray. But perhaps the biggest disappointment is that they are Bluetooth for everything else audio (or could they be more later on) 🤔Sonos may have a plan that will make the Ace more promising in the future through the incorporation of the Bluetooth 5.4. codec. Bluetooth of any sort is considered a short range connection. However Bluetooth 5.4 would appear to open up new possibilities such as:Bi-directional Communication * Improved lockout of outside interference which causes signal loss Increased data security  Longer range/penetration for a more stable connection **I have included a few lin

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schuyler329Contributor I
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Home theater

I am building a new house and trying to figure out the speaker situation in the entertainment room.  I want to make it look as sleek and minimalistic as possible, so was thinking about using the in wall/in ceiling speakers.  Given that it is a new build, I can still run wires wherever needed.  Just need some help or recommendations.  In general, what I as thinking was 2-3 (right, left, center) in ceiling speakers in the rear and 2-3 in wall speakers in the from (right, left, center).  Is this reasonable.  Would it be better to use an Arc instead from the front, or would it be even better to use an arc at the center and then two in walls as the front left and right?

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