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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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billypaulsonContributor II
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Porch Setup w/ Sonos Amp

Hi!!!We are currently building an outdoor covered porch. I have 4 ceiling speakers that are rated for outdoor use, that I’m planning to power with a Sonos Amp. The Amp will be stored inside the house. The speakers will be evenly distributed in quadrants across a 16x13 porch.I am planning to have a BenQ projector and connect it via HDMI ARC to the Sonos Amp. I am not an audiophile looking for 5.1 surround (we have a good Sonos 5.1 setup inside). The projector is going to be something we bring outside from time to time, and use for movies with the kids, or sports with friends.I was hoping that the 4 ceiling speakers will not sound like complete trash, and would be acceptable to use from time to time for events mentioned above. Our main purpose for the speakers will be music, and I am not interested/nor have a good location for a soundbar.Here are the speakers: https://www.crutchfield.com/p_749CCM382/Bowers-Wilkins-Flexible-Series-CCM382.htmlAny and all advise will be much appreciated!!!

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Daniel88Avid Contributor I
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3.1 setup ?

Seeking a kind soul that can help me answer a question that I have, I have 2 fives with a sub and I am very tempted to buy a beam and take the sub from the fives and create a 3.1 system for movies and use the fives for music only, Question is, is the beam and sub good enough? Will I get enough bass from the beam or need I go full 5.1 ? I'm not looking for a punch in the chest like u can get from the fives with sub, but I really want to hear those low frequencies and maybe some vibrations as well, answers are very much appreciated thank you 

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3 years ago
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RjulsiContributor I
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Move backorder

I ordered the Sonos Move on Black Friday and it still says back ordered. It was supposed to arrive by Christmas. Any chance of that still happening? Or can I can an ETA?

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AjTrek1
3 years ago
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HamiContributor I
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Sonos Port with pioneer VSX-90

I’m hoping someone can give me clarity on how to set up my current system to include Sonos. I had asked Best Buy for guidance but I’m not sure the advice given is accurate.  Note: I’m not very AV Savy so hopefully I’m clear enough. My current TV/surround system is a Pioneer VSX-90 which controls main zone: 5 Bose speakers in surround sound and zone 2: 2 more in wall speakers on a screen porch.  I would like to extend that system to stream music to all those speakers plus add more standalone wireless speakers that can be played together as a group or separately.    Best Buy suggested a Sonos Amp and Sonos Move. So I bought both. The Sonos amp does not connect to the pioneer. My guess is it could replace the pioneer receiver but I don’t want to do that. I have Set up the Move but It is basically a stand alone Sonos speaker.   my question is can the Sonos amp be installed so that it can highjack the pioneer speakers if I want to stream music to multiple zones as a group a even a small

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Paul A
3 years ago
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CoastContributor II
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Sonos Arc order inquiry

Good Morning can anyone tell me please I have ordered a new ARC  Sonos have taken the money from my card but I have had no notification about delivery 📦 what happens next I was told that Sonos would take no payment till day of delivery 

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3 years ago
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CalabogieTrending Lyricist I
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Beam vs Arc

I currently have the Beam in 5.1 with Sub and 2 Play 1 in the rear. I have a 15x15 ft room. Wondering what people’s thoughts are...worth the upgrade to Arc in a room that size?  I find the sound more than fills the room right now but we are doing some remodelling so now would be the time to change. Not sure if it’s worth the extra expense?

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3 years ago
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XianmystContributor I
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Multiple Subs

Any advantage in having multiple Subs in the same room?

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ChuckCoAvid Contributor I
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Why the delay in shipping the Move?

The order page states February 26, 2021. Seems like a LONG time, especially since we’re now in the holiday gift-giving season!

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3 years ago
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JaywesContributor I
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upgrading surround

Can anyone assist with my upgrade questions? I currently have a 5 speaker surround set in living room as well as a single “One” (not hooked up with tv) and a connect - that connects my amp and surround speakers to my other Sonos speakers thru the house. I want to streamline all the devices as I currently have the amp/receiver, subwoofer, Apple TV, ps3 (only using rarely to play a DVD) and the Sonos connect . Should I just purchase one soundbar non Sonos and hook up to current sub woofer and the Sonos connect? But then I would still require my amp for the connect? Or get a Sonos beam or other and one more “one” and then use existing sub woofer (not sure I can) and get rid of all other equip? I did spend a lot on the “connect” though but don’t want all this equip. Any advice is much appreciated. 

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3 years ago
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justinsdContributor I
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Can’t Get Upgrade Discount To Apply

I have a Sonos Connect that should be eligible for a 30% upgrade discount. It shows up as part of my system and the site recognizes that it is out of date/not compatible with S2 or Airplay, but it will not allow me to apply the upgrade discount so that I can replace it.

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Airgetlam
3 years ago
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BlackthorneContributor I
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Sonos arc, samsung tv, ps4 pro

I have a couple of questions regarding Sonos sound system and hope that you could help me. I am a complete newbie to the topic and Your help would be greatly appreciated .I am considering Sonos since it is wireless (mostly) and seems to offer amazing sound quality for the price.Ideally I would like to have a complete 5.1 sound surround system.Bellow are my concerns.Room shapeAttached are images of my living room, there are two things i am concerned about:rectangular shape, right wall basically missing/far away back wall behind me has open space   Would this room shape be ok for setups:arc  arc + subwoofer arc + subwoofer + 2 front speakers + 2 wall mounted back speakers this is where i would like to get Am I missing something with open space in my room ?Samsung KS 7000 series supportFrom what i can read there seem to be some problems with this TV series and dolby digital + support. Samsung on the other hand states that dd+ should be supported.Can you please help me make sense out of th

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Anon314159Contributor I
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IS ANYONE THERE?

I have, for 2 years now, been following the growth - and particularly success - of Sonos; and it has culminated into my making the notoriously stressful and monumental decision to transfer my home theater/connectivity/audio eco-stystem into the hands of what I considered to be one of the most promising ‘Unicorn’ startups of the the last decade. Despite rich, uncomporomised audio quality that unquestionably stands up to the hype; the promise of premium, audiophile quality sound in a sleek, easy-to-use speaker is virtually out of reach for even the most patient and forgiving customers. With the exception of being one of the lucky few who managed to place and receive their order without any delays; loyal, disenfranchised Sonos customers have showed up by the masses to a seldom monitored online community board with a single shared grievance, “IS ANYONE THERE?!?!?!”Seriously though … did someone forget to pay the phone bill over there? The ONLY interaction I have managed to see from an actu

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NevenEnthusiast I
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Arc VS Playbar in 5.1

Hello!I have the 5.1 setup (Playbar, SUB Gen2 and two Play 3’s). My TV is Sony Bravia from 2014 and has HDMI ARC only. I am considering buying the ARC to replace my Playbar. Can anyone verify me that it would be an upgrade from the Playbar if it plays only Dolby Digital.Thank youNeven

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McDebContributor I
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Two 5's and Playbar?

Hi. I’ve been slowly expanding our Sonos setup. Next up is the main family room TV setup. Currently I have just the playbar there (original playbar). Works great for TV. I’m wanting to add a pair of fives for both music and TV. This will not be a 5.1 setup as I don’t plan on adding the sub and I want to place the 2 fives on either side of the TV on stands. My question is, will this setup work well for TV along with the Playbar? I know the fives will be great for music, but I’m hoping it will also enhance the TV sound as well.Thanks so much for any thoughts and advice!

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mro53Contributor I
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Playbase or Amp with One surrounds for Music and TV

Hi, I've been thinking about moving away from Google Home and Chromecast devices for a while as they've been unreliable for Multiroom audio. I bought a Beam and 2 x One's to get my head around how everything works and try a few configurations.I had initially planned to buy a Sonos Amp and speakers and a pair of One's for my living room but after testing the Beam in the Living room I've been very impressed. The Beam plus One's for music is pretty good and for TV is as good as I need. This has made me think that a Playbase with the 2 One's may be good enough for the Living room and with the current discounts would be under half the price of the Amp plus decent speakers. Can anyone comment on how much better the Playbase with be over the Beam and how much better than that for music an Amp plus say B&W 607 or Dali Oberon 1 speakers might be.I'm never going to add a Sonos sub but I do have a nice small sealed 8" sub which I could use with the Amp if it would help as the speakers cannot

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3 years ago
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scottstahlContributor II
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Can the upgrade credit be used at a retailer?

I have been waiting for the Arc to be available on the Sonos site but shipping keeps getting pushed back. I see they are available at many retailers though.

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gj62Contributor II
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Can I add a refurb Play:1 to this system?

Sorry if this should be obvious…I have a very old Bridge/ZonePlayer 80 setup that runs through my traditional speakers, and I’m fine with that and staying on the old app.  My wife wants to add music in her office and was wondering if I can add refurbished Play:1 that I can get on the Sonos site (for $99).  Seems like the best choice if it will work without me having to upgrade everything!Thank you!

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Airgetlam
3 years ago
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hammers65Contributor I
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Upgrading equipment

How do I remove something from my account that I no longer want to upgrade.Thanks

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BrenkjContributor II
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New Sonos 5s or Keep High-End Bookshelf Speakers?

A couple of the Sonos products in my system are out of date and need to be “updated” (replaced).   One of them is the Connect Amp in my den.   The reason I originally got the Connect Amp was to integrate a pair of bookshelf speakers that I already had, and that I really like.   For the upgrade, I think my options are (1) replace the Connect Amp with the new Amp and continuing using the bookshelf speakers, or (2) buy a pair of Sonos 5’s, ditch the Connect Amp and sell the bookshelfs.   Option 2 would cost me several hundred dollars less when netting out the money I’d get from selling the bookshelfs.    I guess my questions are:   (1) Are there advantages to going with a 100% Sonos setup, versus having some third-party speakers and an Amp?  (2) Sonically, how do the new Sonos 5’s compare to high-end bookshelf speakers running through an Amp?    (3) Anyone interested in buying a pair of Proac Tablette Reference 8 bookshelf speakers….?

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NickyDunlopContributor I
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Trying to help my mum who is partially deaf with her home theatre setup

My mum has Alzheimer’s and her hearing is not great.  I want to set up a system for her that will give her great sound in her small sitting room when she watches tv.  I want it to be easy to use so hopefully she can just turn on the tv and the speakers come on automatically and work from the tv remote.  I haven’t purchased the tv yet either so need to know what features it needs.  My thoughts were to have a couple Play 1’s on stands beside the couch.  Is that the way to do it and if so what else do I need?  I know I can’t connect them directly to the tv.  Thanks so much.  I’m really hoping this improves her tv listening a lot and I really want to give her this gift.  Cheers!

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Batesy BoyContributor I
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Upgrade & Festive Offer

Hi All,I have a several speaker ranging from Play 1to Play 5 beams sub etc Like most people who been using Sonos for 10 years we can up grade.My question is the festive offer off £100 for a Move doesn't qualify me the further 15% off.In fact it take the 15% off and not show the £100 off. So is it one or the other?

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GHPContributor I
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Can't get Arc - no stock?

Why can’t I get an ARC? Distributors, retail stores don’t have them.

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Airgetlam
3 years ago
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Mollymc452Contributor I
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Syncing auxillary speakers to Sonos One

What are the easiest and most inexpensive options to sync additional speakers in your house to a Sonos One?  

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Airgetlam
3 years ago
Patrick313
Patrick313Contributor I
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Back Ordered Items

I purchase the Sonos 5’s pair and a 5.1 entertainment set.  Both of which are on backorder.  any idea when those items might be shipped? 

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Patrick313
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OV DonContributor I
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Sonos Customer Service - order status

What is with Sonos customer service? It is nearly impossible to get any information on the order I placed. I finally got the order number which shows status as “backorder” which I understand but theyhave not provided any further info after I requested an estimated shipping date. I am really excited about the Arc playbar I ordered but getting leary over their lack of response on delivery.OV Don

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Mark P
3 years ago
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