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Sonos setting for 475 sq ft terrace

  • August 14, 2025
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Hi,

I am updating a 475 sq ft covered patio where I have a barbecue area with a high table, a dining area, and a living area. Next to the high table I'm placing a TV. The ceiling is 9 feet high. There are walls on the left and top side, while the right and bottom sides are open.

What Sonos setup do you recommend? I was considering a soundbar for the TV, complemented by two Era 100/300 speakers hanging from the ceiling in the two lower corners (blur crosses). There is little to no rain here, and very low humidity. 

Thanks!

 

 

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Stanley_4
  • Stanley_4
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  • August 14, 2025

Aside from the Move and Roam no Sonos device is designed to be outside so I wouldn’t consider them. I believe temperature tolerance is listed in the individual manuals if you really want to go that way.

What I would do in your situation is use Sonos/Sonance outdoor speakers and a Sonos Amp to power them. It will power one to three sets/pairs and connect to the TV to play that audio as well as the usual Sonos streaming audio options. You can get an outdoor case for the Amp or mount it inside where it will be in a more stable environment.

Run temporary wiring and try out different locations and numbers of speakers until you are happy. You could consider impedance matching volume controls or a speaker selector to disable some speakers when playing TV audio if you want more specific level controls.

AjTrek1
AjTrek1
  • AjTrek1
  • August 15, 2025

I agree with ​@Stanley_4 Here are options you might consider.

I know of no reason why the Sonos Outdoor speakers by Sonance can’t be hung from a ceiling using their supplied brackets. Although you may want to contact Sonos Sales and/or a Professional Installer. I highly recommend the latter.

 

Below are layouts you might consider as your space resembles a Sports Bar concept.

Option 1 _One Sonos Amp can power six (6) Sonos Outdoor speakers by Sonance

 

Option 2

 

All speakers can be grouped for TV audio although the 2nd Zone may experience a 75ms delay. There is no delay when grouped for music.

 

FYI, Here is a picture of a Sonos Amp enclosure. Click this link for more information.

 

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