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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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asoliveriContributor I
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Best option for TV sound without using a Sound Bar

 I am in the process in getting a new TV (Samsung Frame) which will be mounted over a fireplace. I previously had a setup using a Sonos Sound Bar , Sub and two Ones. Mounting a Sound Bar (even the Arc) is not going to be feasible above the fireplace. What option do I have for TV sound without using a Sound Bar?  (e.g. just using the two Ones perhaps)? Thank youAnthony O.

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buzz
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Baboon281Contributor III
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External Storage Device

What external Storage Device works best. Historically i had a tower computer which held all my record collections on. I left this switched on constantly so my SONOS linked to and I could play my collection. I have now changed to a Laptop that I switch off so Sonos can't always link to it. What do other people use as an external Storage Device.

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6 years ago
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Moneypenny12Contributor II
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Do I need a bridge

Do I need a bridge with any sonos

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6 years ago
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j.kooninContributor I
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Best hi-res streaming services

Hi all,  I’m currently setting up my Sonos system and would appreciate your views on the best streaming apps to use.  My understanding is that if you want 24-bit streaming, the options are Amazon Music Unlimited Ultra HD and Qobuz. Other services like tidal offer lossless 16-bit (CD quality).  Any suggestions as to what’s the best route, including whether I’ll even be able to tell the difference between 24-bit/16-bit lossless/standard streaming?  Many thanks,                      Justin

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minimalist
2 years ago
SwingItSmooth
SwingItSmoothContributor I
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2 X Play 1 as Stereo Pair vs 1 x Play 3 in a small(ish) Room

Hi, I am looking for some advice regarding expanding my sonos zones to include my kitchen. The room measure 2.4M (8ft) x 4M (14 ft), with a height of 2.4M. I'm wondering if anyone has an opinion regarding the choice between a stereo pair of Play 1's (I have these in a 3 x 3 room, and they work very nicely), or a single play 3. All would be mounted on the wall at just below ceiling height. Thanks, S,I,S.

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6 years ago
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ShaneproContributor I
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Connecting audio-technica AT-LP120-USB turntable to Sonos system

I have an audio-technical AT-LP120-USB Direct-Drive Professional USB and Analog Turntable System. I’d like to find the correct Sonos component that will connect the turntable to my Sonos system. I have Sonos Immersive Set with Arc (Arc, sub and 2 Ones) for TV and streaming music audio in the living room; and Sonos Fives in our bedroom and den. The turntable (haven’t yet used) is on a shelf in the den, near power but not near the Sonos Five. I’m looking for a component that will allow the turntable to connect (and be an audio source) to the Sonos system via my WiFi network. The turntable has a cable with RCA-type L&R connectors and a female USB Type B socket. What is the best, and hopefully most economical, Sonos component that can connect the turntable output to my Sonos system via WiFi?

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3 months ago
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PatrickhalbertContributor I
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New user / new to Sonos with prewired house and an Echo

I have a newly constructed home where 8 individual speaker wires terminate in a central closet. 4 of those wires run to the living room, 2 to MBR and 2 outside. I have no equipment at the moment other than an Echo. I saw the conversation from a year ago on a similar topic where geo8 provided advice when the user was starting with a Sonos Connect. What Sonos product, AVR, controller and wall mount speakers are recommended for this project from scratch? Please list the equipment. Many thanks!

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4 years ago
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Chris1011vContributor I
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serial number lookup

There’s an Sonos arc for sale locally and I wanted to know if it was the real deal. Mod edit: picture of serial number removed

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1 year ago
AjTrek1
AjTrek1
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Era 300's vs Five's: Which to Buy for General Music Listening (Non-Dolby Atmos with Spatial Audio)

Hello EveryoneI know I broached this subject early on during the initial release of the Era 300 series, so please forgive any redundancy. Let’s begin...IMO, the Five as a single speaker or in stereo pair is better than the Era 300 in the same configurations; but not by much. I was able to do an extensive A/B comparison in the same room with my Five’s and Era 300’s. The Era 300’s have since been moved to another room.My music preference is smooth jazz as I prefer instruments for making comparisons versus having vocals disrupt (color) the mid-range. The music source was SiriusXM Watercolors and Apple Music downloads.Room dimensions19 ft Long 13 ft Wide 8 ft High (slightly textured ceiling and hardwood floors)Speaker Distances and Separation3 ft from front wall (single and stereo pair) 10 ft Listening distance from speaker position (single and stereo pair) 6.5 ft from left and right wall spacing for single speaker  3 ft from left wall and right wall spacing for stereo pair (7 ft separatio

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11 months ago
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kimhansendkContributor I
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Beam + Play Ones + Sub vs Playbar +Sub

I am thinking of adding some Sonos speakers for TV and movies (and a bit of music) in the living room. I quite like the new Beam but I am wondering if the sound quality is good enough compared to the Playbar. I would either buy the Beam and add 2x Ones and the Sub. Or I would buy the Playbar and the Sub. Which option would be the best? Will the Beam deliver enough punch or is too tinny (when adding the other speakers)? Our living room is about 4x3 meters where we sit and watch TV and continues in an angle that is about 3x6 meters. What would you choose?

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AL9Contributor I
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Help with 5 Zone System Hardware Selection?

So, I have a house that is wired for 5 zones of speakers, 1 pair of speakers per zone--and I need help with selecting the hardware. The way I see it, there are four different operations for the hardware to perform: 1. Source selection and main volume control 2. Converting from stereo to mono (for at least some of the zones, if not all) 3. Pre-Amp: Volume control for each zone (including On/Off) 4. Power Amp I see several different options: Option 1: Sonos Power Amp (new version) for all 5 zones. - This is an elegant solution with high power capacity, and it even provides Operation 2 above (i.e. conversion to mono), but it is very expensive at $600/zone equals $3000. - It is also very costly to upgrade, as any upgrade would require a full replacement of everything. (Note that the piece that will require upgrades the most will be the Source Selection operation, as that is the most prone to changes in technology. Everything else should last for decades.) Option 2: So

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melvimbe
5 years ago
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duncangContributor I
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Can I (should I) use any existing speakers in my new setup?

Hi I have a high end A/V system powered by an ARCAM A/V receiver and Dynaudio Front & Centre speakers with a B&W subwoofer. I am downsizing to a much smaller apartment and do not have the space for all the speaker equipment. Do I have to get rid of it all, or can I use some of it based around the Sonos system? I am thinking, particularly of the subwoofwer which cost around $1800 7 years ago. Can I connect this into a Sonos 5.1 surround sound Cinema system, or would I be better off just using the Sonos system in total? Many thanks D

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5 years ago
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dracnathContributor I
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Best CURRENT option for connecting to Google Home

Like many of you, I've got a combination of Sonos and Homes in my life. Unfortunately I only currently have two Play 1s but I'm desperate to find a way to cast music via my Homes, to my Sonos. As I see it, there are currently two solutions. Get a Play 5 or Connect and then add a Chromecast Audio. The obvious choice seems to be the Play 5, but will I be able to cast to all the speakers in my house if I have that? Or would I need to have a Connect to enable that? Is there another option? Could I buy a PlayBase and connect that to my TV then add a Chromecast to the TV and cast music to the Chromecast and then to the Playbase (and maybe to the other speakers?) If it would work, it seems like the best option as I'm much more interested in getting a Playbase than I am a 5 or a Connect. AND FINALLY, have many people had luck getting things to play via IFTTT? Is that a viable fourth option? Thanks for all your thoughts!

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6 years ago
Lunar Jetman
Lunar JetmanContributor I
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Sonos Play 1 or Sonos One?

Hi all, been lurking for a while and after getting a bit of money for my birthday recently and then some more for Christmas, I'm considering getting my first Sonos and was looking for some advice. I already have an Amazon Echo plus and an Echo so looking to integrate whatever I get into this. I'm just trying to decide whether to get a Play 1 or a One. I might stretch to a pair of Play 1s or another One at a later date if I went that way but am wondering which direction to go. Is there any benefit to a One if I already have Alexa on my Echo devices? Is the One a better speaker than the Play 1 or are they they same/similar? I welcome your advice/opinions.

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6 years ago
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FrankdocTrending Lyricist I
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New Sonos system

Hi, I'm wondering if we can expect any major updates to the line up soon. I'm interested in buying a playbar, Sub and 2 play 1's for my surround system. The One will probably replace the play:1 some day, but I prefer the play1 because it's easier to mount. Is it 'wise' to buy it now or could there be any major upgrades to hardware in the near future? I wonder if Airplay2 will be available to the current line up since that's still a little vague, no? Concerning Voice Control: don't really need this, but I might buy a Sonos One in the future for the kitchen or bathroom. I assume if you have 1 Sonos One you can also use it to execute commands ( for instance play music in the living room) to the other 'dumb' speakers? Thanks!

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ekkovilleContributor III
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Room size for Sonos Arc

So, two months ago I bought a Sonos ARC, Sonos sub and two Sonos One’s for a family room setup.  I am eventually moving to Florida with the setup and the room will be 20x20 open into a kitchen that is 18x14.  The ceilings are 12-14ft hight.  The Best Buy salesman was concerned that with ceiling heights like those, the Atmos sound would not work well with the ARC.  Then he said to just add a Sonos Amp and two in-ceiling speakers when I move and that would provide adequate Dolby Atmos sound.  So, today I went in to look at outdoor speakers and we got into a conversation about what I currently have and what I wanted to do in Florida with this room.  This time two of them in the store said it won’t work, and at the very least be ineffective for what we want.  In fact, they suggested I go to a traditional receiver to do Atmos in a room that size.  Does anyone here have a room with volume like that and will it work?

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3 years ago
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AnnaRContributor II
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Considering upgrading 5.1 setup to use Play 5’s

Hello there! I recently purchased a 5.1 system that has a Playbar, Sub and 2 Ones as rear surrounds. I like the system overall, especially for watching movies. When it comes to music, I prefer the full mode over ambient, but my rear speakers(the Ones) aren’t as powerful as I would like. I am considering using two Play 5’s as surrounds instead to improve the music listening experience as those two speakers are closest to me in a large open living room space. Has anyone else done something similar and noticed better results?

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mike_seattleContributor I
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Dolby Atmos with Sonos Arc + Samsung Frame TV (2019)?

I’m interested in upgrading my home theatre audio setup and am very interested in Sonos Arc, but after much reading online I can’t tell if it’ll work and support Dolby Atmos with my specific TV over HDMI ARC (no eARC). Has anyone had success using Samsung Frame (2019) with Sonos Arc and getting Dolby Atmos sound output?I only really care whether it will work in in a few cases:Streaming apps (Netflix / HBO Max, as they do over Dolby Digital Plus) Gaming on Xbox One XI found this review that says:Dolby Atmos is available over HDMI ARC through Dolby Digital Plus, so Netflix Atmos will work properlyhttps://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/samsung/the-frame-2019 From what I’ve read, Dolby Digital Plus produces a compressed version Dolby Atmos, but :shrug:https://www.digitaltrends.com/home-theater/dolby-atmos-sound/Dolby Digital Plus is a lossy, lower-bandwidth format that has been optimized for use with streaming services and features like B-D Live. It’s currently supported by a wide range of devi

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westmoContributor I
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Use existing sub with Sonos Arc and Amp in 5.1 setup ??

Hello, all. I’m brand new to Sonos and have been doing research on upgrading/updating my current 5.1 home theater setup (LG OLED55B7P TV, Yamaha receiver, center, front surrounds mounted to wall, in-ceiling rear surrounds, JBL subwoofer). My goal was to see if I can eliminate the Yamaha receiver (I no longer have any other components connected to it), and also eliminate the center and two front surround speakers … but continue to use the rear surround in-ceiling speakers and my existing subwoofer.I thought that Sonos Arc (for center + fronts) and Sonos Amp (for rears and sub) would get me there … but it sounds like I will NOT be able to use my existing JBL subwoofer in this configuration, is that correct?  Because (if my understanding is correct) the Amp will disable the subwoofer connection when the speakers that are connected to the Amp are used as surrounds?If that is the case … then, damn!!  So close.  I won’t be pulling the trigger on Sonos.  Are there any other options that would

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tcochran1Contributor I
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Play:1 Versus Sonos:One (Gen1 or Gen2)

I am slowly working on getting my House outfitted with Sonos Speakers. I currently the the Beam and that works fine for my Current Usage. I thinking about what to do for the Rear Surrounds. I now there are essentially 3 of the smaller speakers which I am thinking will be fine for my particular setup. I am just getting thoughts on if there would be any reason for me to get the Sonos:One (Gen1 or Gen2) over the Play:1. Since this will primarily be for surround sound usage and some music, whenever it gets to that point when I can get my family to actually use that aspect of them more commonly.

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5 years ago
melvimbe
melvimbe
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Back Patio: Sonos MOVE vs Sonos AMP + outdoor speakers

I thought it might be interesting to compare [u]two[/u] different strategies for getting Sonos music in your backyard. Both strategies have their positives and negatives, and what works for you is going to depend on your particular situation and needs. In order to compare them fairly, let's consider a relatively small space where a stereo pair of speakers will cover the area nicely. [b]Cost - Advantage MOVE[/b] The cost for two Sonos MOVE's is $800. The AMP costs $600, leaving $200 for a pair of speakers, speaker wire, and potentially installation costs. Although you could put in a system for under $800, it's hard to believe you'd get the equivalent sound quality of a pair of Sonos MOVE's. One thing to consider is that you'll like need a shelf or table to place the MOVE's on, which you may or may not already have, that will add costs to the MOVE. [b]Audio Quality - Advantage MOVE[/b] This is going to be subjective, and will depend on the quality of the passive speakers used with the

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attacama40Headliner I
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Alternatives to B&W in-ceiling speakers? Ideas?

Morning all, my system is getting pretty big now, mainly CA's or ZP120's, a few Play's, subs and a single ZP90. They all (with the exception of gym which uses B&W 805's) use B&W in-ceiling speakers .....CCM616's, CCM663's, CCM 664's etc. And they work well.....the 663's very well. But they are expensive and to progress further, I think I need to be looking at good alternatives and was interested in what that might be. If anyone has any suggestions, products etc that would give the those various B&W's a run for their money then very interested to hear about.....especially if cheaper. Many thanks

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6 years ago
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mkegregAvid Contributor I
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What are people's thoughts on the Flexson floor stand for the Play:5 Gen 2?

Just ordered a pair of Play:5's and am going to need a floor stand. Looks like the Flexon is the only one that fits the new Play:5? It will only allow landscape orientation though, which is kind of a bummer. Are there any other floor stand options available that will fit this speaker?

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5 years ago
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Branden798Contributor I
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Turntable and Beam

I have been looking to get into the Sonos community and I think the Beam will fit my needs. I am looking to replace my current amp and bookshelf speakers with the Beam. So my final setup is hopefully my TV and turntable connected into the Beam. The TV part is simple, but I am looking to see if anyone has had success with connecting a turntable to the Beam. I have a Audio Technica LP120, with a prebuilt phono preamp. The output is RCA, but I am hoping that an RCA to Optical output would do the trick, something like this: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00ATNWBZU/?coliid=I1ZRBWDSO4G3YC&colid=SAP98B5UJ6WI&psc=0 Anyone have any success with this, or does this, in theory, make sense?

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AjTrek1
5 years ago
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GShrivergwContributor I
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IS Sonos actually a good choice for Home Theatre?

I have a Denon receiver, 2 front speakers, a center speaker as well as the rear speakers and sub woofer. I'm trying to get away from having to run speaker wire to the receiver, as well as making it easier to connect with out the receiver. I don't have a dedicated Home Theatre room, just a living room. Is Sonos a good choice for home theatre? Thanks.

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