SONOS devices are among the most popular multi-room speakers, offering a wide range of models. In addition to classics like the compact SONOS One or SONOS Five, there are also subwoofers, amplifiers, portable Bluetooth speakers, and soundbars for TVs.
Let’s not kid ourselves: You’ve probably already read various reviews of the Sonos Arc or the Bose Soundbar 900 and are still undecided. I have heard both soundbars in direct comparison and can assure you: Both sound fantastic when used individually, the differences are minimal. Rather, it depends on the intended use and the system …
With the latest software update from Sonos, you can not only enjoy movies in Dolby Atmos but also play music in HD, Ultra HD and Dolby Atmos. These songs are less compressed and should therefore sound even better and more natural. The first provider to bring Ultra HD to Sonos speakers is Amazon Music. To …
Back in 2018, Swedish furniture manufacturer IKEA announced a collaboration with Sonos that would culminate in a joint speaker series. The first model appeared a year later and the Symfonisk range has since been expanded to include two more models: In addition to a classic shelf speaker, there is a combination of lamp and speaker …
There’s no question that Sonos speakers sound great. But what is often overlooked: The exact position of the speakers plays a major role in the sound. As a general rule, speakers should always be positioned at head height – apart from the subwoofer. If you want to use the Sonos One as surround speakers (rear) …
With the right wall mount, the SONOS One can not only look better but also sound better. But which wall mount is the best? I took a closer look at various models and found a few clear favorites. The small all-round speakers Sonos One and One SL are among the most popular models from the …
The Sonos Five is the largest hi-fi speaker in the US manufacturer’s range and therefore also the most expensive. I have tested whether the investment is really worth it. In addition to various soundbars and portable speakers, Sonos also offers products that are primarily intended for high-quality music playback. The smaller version is the Sonos …
With the Beam soundbar, Sonos offers a fantastic, compact soundbar for the home theater. The first Sonos Beam (Gen 1) was launched in 2018, followed three years later in 2021 by its successor: the Sonos Beam (Gen 2). But what has changed? Is it worth buying the new generation of Beam or is the older …
The newer speakers from Sonos not only have voice assistants such as Amazon Alexa and the Google assistant – but also Sonos’ own integrated voice control. The words “Hey Sonos” can be used to initiate various commands. Unlike Alexa, Google and the like, the data is not transmitted to the Internet but only analyzed locally …
For many years, Sonos did not offer speakers with Bluetooth. The devices traditionally connect via Wi-Fi and were primarily intended for use in the home. With the introduction of portable rechargeable speakers, however, Bluetooth was also introduced at Sonos, and with the new Era models, more Bluetooth speakers from Sonos are appearing. I explain the …
The best hi-fi loudspeakers were definitely built in the 70s and 80s. There was a large market for high-quality speakers and exclusive design in Europe, the USA and Japan. I’m a passionate collector of loudspeakers from this period and always enjoy the Audiorama spherical speakers from Grundig, the huge Baron loudspeakers from Electro-Voice or the …
The Sonos One and Sonos One SL speakers are among the most popular models from the California-based manufacturer. The compact shape fits into the living room, kitchen or bathroom and even ensures good sound in stores or restaurants. But what exactly is the difference between the visually similar One and One SL models? I explain …
Alongside the new Move 2, the Sonos Move is the largest portable speaker in the manufacturer’s portfolio. The speaker with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi not only offers the expected Sonos-quality sound, but is also one of the best smart speakers on the market for indoor and outdoor use thanks to its built-in rechargeable battery. It also …
Sonos speakers, soundbars and subwoofers are fantastic, but unfortunately not cheap. The devices have also become increasingly expensive in recent years. However, you can save up to 30% with the Sonos upgrade program. In this article, I explain how you can secure these percentages quickly and easily. How does Sonos Upgrade work? The manufacturer Sonos …
Sonos presented the successor to the Move portable speaker in the fall – the Sonos Move 2. Even though hardly anything has changed on the outside, many details have been improved on the inside. The battery life in particular has been drastically increased: While the first Move only lasted eleven hours, the new speaker now …