Smarter on the inside A 40% faster chip pushes the sonic limits for a soundbar this size, creating two new audio paths for a virtual surround sound experience. More beautiful on the outside The new precisely perforated grille elevates the elegant design and blends seamlessly into your home, whether you place Beam on furniture or mount it. Exceptional sound all around Dolby Atmos maps sounds in space for a 3D effect so you experience planes as if they're flying overhead, hear footsteps moving across the room, and feel the score surround you. Requires a TV that supports Dolby Atmos and Atmos-encoded content. Crystal clear dialogue Oscar-winning sound engineers helped fine-tune Beam to make sure you hear every word and can always follow the story. For even greater clarity when characters whisper or the action intensifies, turn on Speech Enhancement in the Sonos app. High quality, even at low volumes Advanced audio processing ensures balanced sound from wall to wall at any volume level. When you want to watch TV but need to keep it down, turn on Night Sound in the app to reduce the intensity of loud effects and enhance quieter ones. Made for music Stream music, radio, audiobooks and podcasts from all your favorite services with detailed stereo sound that fills the room. Breeze through setup Go from unboxing to unbelievable sound in minutes with only two cables and step-by-step guidance from the Sonos app. Tuned to perfection Trueplay tuning technology adapts the sound for the unique acoustics of the room so your content always sounds just the way it should.
Smarter on the inside A 40% faster chip pushes the sonic limits for a soundbar this size, creating two new audio paths for a virtual surround sound experience. More beautiful on the outside The new precisely perforated grille elevates the elegant design and blends seamlessly into your home, whether you place Beam on furniture or mount it. Exceptional sound all around Dolby Atmos maps sounds in space for a 3D effect so you experience planes as if they're flying overhead, hear footsteps moving across the room, and feel the score surround you. Requires a TV that supports Dolby Atmos and Atmos-encoded content. Crystal clear dialogue Oscar-winning sound engineers helped fine-tune Beam to make sure you hear every word and can always follow the story. For even greater clarity when characters whisper or the action intensifies, turn on Speech Enhancement in the Sonos app. High quality, even at low volumes Advanced audio processing ensures balanced sound from wall to wall at any volume level. When you want to watch TV but need to keep it down, turn on Night Sound in the app to reduce the intensity of loud effects and enhance quieter ones. Made for music Stream music, radio, audiobooks and podcasts from all your favorite services with detailed stereo sound that fills the room. Breeze through setup Go from unboxing to unbelievable sound in minutes with only two cables and step-by-step guidance from the Sonos app. Tuned to perfection Trueplay tuning technology adapts the sound for the unique acoustics of the room so your content always sounds just the way it should.
Smarter on the inside A 40% faster chip pushes the sonic limits for a soundbar this size, creating two new audio paths for a virtual surround sound experience. More beautiful on the outside The new precisely perforated grille elevates the elegant design and blends seamlessly into your home, whether you place Beam on furniture or mount it. Exceptional sound all around Dolby Atmos maps sounds in space for a 3D effect so you experience planes as if they're flying overhead, hear footsteps moving across the room, and feel the score surround you. Requires a TV that supports Dolby Atmos and Atmos-encoded content. Crystal clear dialogue Oscar-winning sound engineers helped fine-tune Beam to make sure you hear every word and can always follow the story. For even greater clarity when characters whisper or the action intensifies, turn on Speech Enhancement in the Sonos app. High quality, even at low volumes Advanced audio processing ensures balanced sound from wall to wall at any volume level. When you want to watch TV but need to keep it down, turn on Night Sound in the app to reduce the intensity of loud effects and enhance quieter ones. Made for music Stream music, radio, audiobooks and podcasts from all your favorite services with detailed stereo sound that fills the room. Breeze through setup Go from unboxing to unbelievable sound in minutes with only two cables and step-by-step guidance from the Sonos app. Tuned to perfection Trueplay tuning technology adapts the sound for the unique acoustics of the room so your content always sounds just the way it should.
Smarter on the inside A 40% faster chip pushes the sonic limits for a soundbar this size, creating two new audio paths for a virtual surround sound experience. More beautiful on the outside The new precisely perforated grille elevates the elegant design and blends seamlessly into your home, whether you place Beam on furniture or mount it. Exceptional sound all around Dolby Atmos maps sounds in space for a 3D effect so you experience planes as if they're flying overhead, hear footsteps moving across the room, and feel the score surround you. Requires a TV that supports Dolby Atmos and Atmos-encoded content. Crystal clear dialogue Oscar-winning sound engineers helped fine-tune Beam to make sure you hear every word and can always follow the story. For even greater clarity when characters whisper or the action intensifies, turn on Speech Enhancement in the Sonos app. High quality, even at low volumes Advanced audio processing ensures balanced sound from wall to wall at any volume level. When you want to watch TV but need to keep it down, turn on Night Sound in the app to reduce the intensity of loud effects and enhance quieter ones. Made for music Stream music, radio, audiobooks and podcasts from all your favorite services with detailed stereo sound that fills the room. Breeze through setup Go from unboxing to unbelievable sound in minutes with only two cables and step-by-step guidance from the Sonos app. Tuned to perfection Trueplay tuning technology adapts the sound for the unique acoustics of the room so your content always sounds just the way it should.
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For the last few years I've been using two Amazon Echo Dots in my apartment to play music, but I wanted something that would allow me to play music over wifi *and* be compatible with my TV. Not to mention something with much better sound quality.The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is a wonderful addition to my 1-br apartment. I was a little worried that I would need to buy a subwoofer to feel the bass, but honestly this thing packs a punch like no other soundbar I've heard, and I don't think I need a subwoofer anymore.My only gripes:- I wish there was Bluetooth connectivity so I could play audio from multiple devices over Bluetooth.- There is a bit of lag between Spotify and Beam. When I change songs on my phone, Beam takes a second or two to catch up. In contrast, my ... MoreFor the last few years I've been using two Amazon Echo Dots in my apartment to play music, but I wanted something that would allow me to play music over wifi *and* be compatible with my TV. Not to mention something with much better sound quality.The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is a wonderful addition to my 1-br apartment. I was a little worried that I would need to buy a subwoofer to feel the bass, but honestly this thing packs a punch like no other soundbar I've heard, and I don't think I need a subwoofer anymore.My only gripes:- I wish there was Bluetooth connectivity so I could play audio from multiple devices over Bluetooth.- There is a bit of lag between Spotify and Beam. When I change songs on my phone, Beam takes a second or two to catch up. In contrast, my other Bluetooth speakers can keep up without any latency/lag. Though, I can't for sure pin this on Sonos as it might be a Spotify issue.Overall, a GREAT addition to my space. Sure, it's pricey compared to others, but I think it's worth it for the quality. Plus, I chose Sonos because of the mix-and-match ability and the ability to build my desired system over time. I'm just starting my career and I think it's a good investment to be able to build on this system when I can afford it.
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Sonos Beam Gen 2 surprises its listeners with rich and accurate sound. Beam can fill even a medium-sized room in a way that is probably enough for most people living in an apartment building. It is possible to add speakers to the system as needed, which makes it possible to build a convincing home theater for yourself, which, in addition to everything, looks good even to the eye of the decorator. Beam Gen 2 alone can't produce Dolby Atmos movies when watching sounds from behind or above, but that certainly won't come as a surprise to anyone. However, you will be surprised by how wide a sound world it is able to create, which is much bigger than what you would think from a small pillar. The bass is credible and strong, but in the lowest sounds, the Beam Gen 2 ... MoreSonos Beam Gen 2 surprises its listeners with rich and accurate sound. Beam can fill even a medium-sized room in a way that is probably enough for most people living in an apartment building. It is possible to add speakers to the system as needed, which makes it possible to build a convincing home theater for yourself, which, in addition to everything, looks good even to the eye of the decorator. Beam Gen 2 alone can't produce Dolby Atmos movies when watching sounds from behind or above, but that certainly won't come as a surprise to anyone. However, you will be surprised by how wide a sound world it is able to create, which is much bigger than what you would think from a small pillar. The bass is credible and strong, but in the lowest sounds, the Beam Gen 2 definitely needs a subwoofer next to it, for example the Sonos Sub Mini. In this case, however, the system may be too powerful for living in an apartment building. The product is definitely in its element when watching movies, but is also suitable for listening to music. The wide stereo image is very accurate when listening to music and the sound fills the room with a pleasant tone. The sound is neutral and rich, but the bass may leave something to be desired. I definitely recommend the product to someone who wants to take the sound of their TV to a new level and get more out of movies. In larger spaces, you should add a subwoofer to your system if you really want to feel the bass and not just hear it.
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I heard a demo at John Lewis (Gen2) and Costco (Gen1). Both sounded fantastic, no different in fact, but I plumped for the Gen 2 as my new telly has a dedicated eArc USB slot which seemed to be more straight forward to set up - and it was indeed...! I was a little suspicious in-store that the Beam being mounted on a box was to artificially enhance bass... but actually when I set it up at home the bass was just as good as in store. It sits on an iron mantle piece and is punchy, with a good range of sound. The room is fairly square (roughly 5x5m) with the Beam sitting fairly central and the main viewing sofa right opposite. I have the option of adding a bass speaker, but I honestly don't think it needs it. I am pleasantly surprised as that means I have less 'clutter' ... MoreI heard a demo at John Lewis (Gen2) and Costco (Gen1). Both sounded fantastic, no different in fact, but I plumped for the Gen 2 as my new telly has a dedicated eArc USB slot which seemed to be more straight forward to set up - and it was indeed...! I was a little suspicious in-store that the Beam being mounted on a box was to artificially enhance bass... but actually when I set it up at home the bass was just as good as in store. It sits on an iron mantle piece and is punchy, with a good range of sound. The room is fairly square (roughly 5x5m) with the Beam sitting fairly central and the main viewing sofa right opposite. I have the option of adding a bass speaker, but I honestly don't think it needs it. I am pleasantly surprised as that means I have less 'clutter' (i.e. finding a place for a bass box, like the set-up in my other sitting room). What I don't know is whether the sound is as good in a larger room or with seating arranged differently around it. What I can say is if you are using it in a small or medium sized room, fairly square and you are seated in front of it, you will get a a compact device capable of projecting good music sound or TV (surround-ish) experience... with no need for an additional bass box! Highly recommend!
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi Sonos S2 |
| Manufacturer's Warranty | 12 Months |
| Colour | White (Matte Finish) |
| Input/Output | 1x Ethernet Port 1x HDMI eARC |
| Weight (kg) | 2.8 |
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For the last few years I've been using two Amazon Echo Dots in my apartment to play music, but I wanted something that would allow me to play music over wifi *and* be compatible with my TV. Not to mention something with much better sound quality.The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is a wonderful addition to my 1-br apartment. I was a little worried that I would need to buy a subwoofer to feel the bass, but honestly this thing packs a punch like no other soundbar I've heard, and I don't think I need a subwoofer anymore.My only gripes:- I wish there was Bluetooth connectivity so I could play audio from multiple devices over Bluetooth.- There is a bit of lag between Spotify and Beam. When I change songs on my phone, Beam takes a second or two to catch up. In contrast, my ... MoreFor the last few years I've been using two Amazon Echo Dots in my apartment to play music, but I wanted something that would allow me to play music over wifi *and* be compatible with my TV. Not to mention something with much better sound quality.The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is a wonderful addition to my 1-br apartment. I was a little worried that I would need to buy a subwoofer to feel the bass, but honestly this thing packs a punch like no other soundbar I've heard, and I don't think I need a subwoofer anymore.My only gripes:- I wish there was Bluetooth connectivity so I could play audio from multiple devices over Bluetooth.- There is a bit of lag between Spotify and Beam. When I change songs on my phone, Beam takes a second or two to catch up. In contrast, my other Bluetooth speakers can keep up without any latency/lag. Though, I can't for sure pin this on Sonos as it might be a Spotify issue.Overall, a GREAT addition to my space. Sure, it's pricey compared to others, but I think it's worth it for the quality. Plus, I chose Sonos because of the mix-and-match ability and the ability to build my desired system over time. I'm just starting my career and I think it's a good investment to be able to build on this system when I can afford it.
Sonos Beam Gen 2 surprises its listeners with rich and accurate sound. Beam can fill even a medium-sized room in a way that is probably enough for most people living in an apartment building. It is possible to add speakers to the system as needed, which makes it possible to build a convincing home theater for yourself, which, in addition to everything, looks good even to the eye of the decorator. Beam Gen 2 alone can't produce Dolby Atmos movies when watching sounds from behind or above, but that certainly won't come as a surprise to anyone. However, you will be surprised by how wide a sound world it is able to create, which is much bigger than what you would think from a small pillar. The bass is credible and strong, but in the lowest sounds, the Beam Gen 2 ... MoreSonos Beam Gen 2 surprises its listeners with rich and accurate sound. Beam can fill even a medium-sized room in a way that is probably enough for most people living in an apartment building. It is possible to add speakers to the system as needed, which makes it possible to build a convincing home theater for yourself, which, in addition to everything, looks good even to the eye of the decorator. Beam Gen 2 alone can't produce Dolby Atmos movies when watching sounds from behind or above, but that certainly won't come as a surprise to anyone. However, you will be surprised by how wide a sound world it is able to create, which is much bigger than what you would think from a small pillar. The bass is credible and strong, but in the lowest sounds, the Beam Gen 2 definitely needs a subwoofer next to it, for example the Sonos Sub Mini. In this case, however, the system may be too powerful for living in an apartment building. The product is definitely in its element when watching movies, but is also suitable for listening to music. The wide stereo image is very accurate when listening to music and the sound fills the room with a pleasant tone. The sound is neutral and rich, but the bass may leave something to be desired. I definitely recommend the product to someone who wants to take the sound of their TV to a new level and get more out of movies. In larger spaces, you should add a subwoofer to your system if you really want to feel the bass and not just hear it.
I heard a demo at John Lewis (Gen2) and Costco (Gen1). Both sounded fantastic, no different in fact, but I plumped for the Gen 2 as my new telly has a dedicated eArc USB slot which seemed to be more straight forward to set up - and it was indeed...! I was a little suspicious in-store that the Beam being mounted on a box was to artificially enhance bass... but actually when I set it up at home the bass was just as good as in store. It sits on an iron mantle piece and is punchy, with a good range of sound. The room is fairly square (roughly 5x5m) with the Beam sitting fairly central and the main viewing sofa right opposite. I have the option of adding a bass speaker, but I honestly don't think it needs it. I am pleasantly surprised as that means I have less 'clutter' ... MoreI heard a demo at John Lewis (Gen2) and Costco (Gen1). Both sounded fantastic, no different in fact, but I plumped for the Gen 2 as my new telly has a dedicated eArc USB slot which seemed to be more straight forward to set up - and it was indeed...! I was a little suspicious in-store that the Beam being mounted on a box was to artificially enhance bass... but actually when I set it up at home the bass was just as good as in store. It sits on an iron mantle piece and is punchy, with a good range of sound. The room is fairly square (roughly 5x5m) with the Beam sitting fairly central and the main viewing sofa right opposite. I have the option of adding a bass speaker, but I honestly don't think it needs it. I am pleasantly surprised as that means I have less 'clutter' (i.e. finding a place for a bass box, like the set-up in my other sitting room). What I don't know is whether the sound is as good in a larger room or with seating arranged differently around it. What I can say is if you are using it in a small or medium sized room, fairly square and you are seated in front of it, you will get a a compact device capable of projecting good music sound or TV (surround-ish) experience... with no need for an additional bass box! Highly recommend!
I heard a demo at John Lewis (Gen2) and Costco (Gen1). Both sounded fantastic, no different in fact, but I plumped for the Gen 2 as my new telly has a dedicated eArc USB slot which seemed to be more straight forward to set up - and it was indeed...!I was a little suspicious in-store that the Beam being mounted on a box was to artificially enhance bass... but actually when I set it up at home the bass was just as good as in store. It sits on an iron mantle piece and is punchy, with a good range of sound. The room is fairly square (roughly 5x5m) with the Beam sitting fairly central and the main viewing sofa right opposite.I have the option of adding a bass speaker, but I honestly don't think it needs it. I am pleasantly surprised as that means I have less 'clutter' ... MoreI heard a demo at John Lewis (Gen2) and Costco (Gen1). Both sounded fantastic, no different in fact, but I plumped for the Gen 2 as my new telly has a dedicated eArc USB slot which seemed to be more straight forward to set up - and it was indeed...!I was a little suspicious in-store that the Beam being mounted on a box was to artificially enhance bass... but actually when I set it up at home the bass was just as good as in store. It sits on an iron mantle piece and is punchy, with a good range of sound. The room is fairly square (roughly 5x5m) with the Beam sitting fairly central and the main viewing sofa right opposite.I have the option of adding a bass speaker, but I honestly don't think it needs it. I am pleasantly surprised as that means I have less 'clutter' (i.e. finding a place for a bass box, like the set-up in my other sitting room).What I don't know is whether the sound is as good in a larger room or with seating arranged differently around it. What I can say is if you are using it in a small or medium sized room, fairly square and you are seated in front of it, you will get a a compact device capable of projecting good music sound or TV (surround-ish) experience... with no need for an additional bass box!Highly recommend!
I have waited a long time before choosing this sound bar. I purchased the sound bar mainly for the speech enhancement and clarity and for that this sound bar does not disappoint. I have a hearing issue that makes the speech from a conventional TV internal speaker difficult to interpret sometimes. Setting up the sound bar from an iPhone using the Sonos app is simple but the controls are very basic however simple to use. What disappoints me is the connectivity. I read another review that implies its interaction with older tech is a feature but connecting to a projector and 4k blue ray player has not been all I had hoped for. I have had to use the HDMI to Optical adapter and I occasionally use Airplay both are limiting the sound quality as I don't have an arc ... MoreI have waited a long time before choosing this sound bar. I purchased the sound bar mainly for the speech enhancement and clarity and for that this sound bar does not disappoint. I have a hearing issue that makes the speech from a conventional TV internal speaker difficult to interpret sometimes. Setting up the sound bar from an iPhone using the Sonos app is simple but the controls are very basic however simple to use. What disappoints me is the connectivity. I read another review that implies its interaction with older tech is a feature but connecting to a projector and 4k blue ray player has not been all I had hoped for. I have had to use the HDMI to Optical adapter and I occasionally use Airplay both are limiting the sound quality as I don't have an arc connection. I am impressed with the punchy Bass, clarity and separation between each speaker but I expected the sound to hit the corners of the room and for the surround to be less centred around the speaker itself. I can only assume I would need to purchase the additional surround speaker set to create this effect?
Sonos Beam 2 reviews are plenty on the web. I will highlight my user experience based on using multiple soundbars. I have used LG SL8YG (Dolby Atmos), Bose 500 full Kit, Samsung Q990B(Dolby Atmos) so my review is based on comparing all these brands and models.Sonos Beam Gen 2 is immersive sound in a small package. I am pretty much impressed with the Bass which is comparable to Boss 500 Subwoofer module. I added Sonos Paly 1 speakers as surround speakers. Sonos beam as stand alone is pretty good, once you add surround speakers its next level. I don't see a requirement for additional bass module since the inbuilt one is good enough for upto 200 Sqrft room. You can pick up surround speakers from IKEA called as SYMFONISKWiFi bookshelf speaker manufactured by Sonos, ... MoreSonos Beam 2 reviews are plenty on the web. I will highlight my user experience based on using multiple soundbars. I have used LG SL8YG (Dolby Atmos), Bose 500 full Kit, Samsung Q990B(Dolby Atmos) so my review is based on comparing all these brands and models.Sonos Beam Gen 2 is immersive sound in a small package. I am pretty much impressed with the Bass which is comparable to Boss 500 Subwoofer module. I added Sonos Paly 1 speakers as surround speakers. Sonos beam as stand alone is pretty good, once you add surround speakers its next level. I don't see a requirement for additional bass module since the inbuilt one is good enough for upto 200 Sqrft room. You can pick up surround speakers from IKEA called as SYMFONISKWiFi bookshelf speaker manufactured by Sonos, cost 9990/each. This more economical compared to SL one or Sonos Play book self-speakers.Alex/Google voice assistant does not work in India, you have Sonos Android/iPhone app which has most of the user controls. The bar does not come with remote control, you need to use the app for any changes in the setting. Sonos does not have Bluetooth as well, the way it works is with either HDMI (eARC), optical input or via WIFI using the mobile app.I feel the cost is little higher, anywhere between 35K to 40K would have been a sweet spot. Since its fully imported the cost will be higher. This is highly capable system which very good audio quality.
This is not a soundbar that you can have full control of. Can't connect your phone and stream from here everything you desire, but a restrictive gadget. Yes, they say you can link your music Apps through their Sonos App, however, for example: on SoundCloud you can't search for a new song, can only play songs already stored in your playlists. Same with Spotify.If connected to a TV (with an eArc port/cable) and using for TV sound, when switching for playing songs from Sonos App on the phone, the TV doesn't get it's own sound back on, silence.The only way I've been able to stream freely (not using their Sonos App) from my phone it was to connect the phone with my TV and then TV to send signal (via eArc HDMI) to the soundbar. Therefore, on this occasion, you'll be ... MoreThis is not a soundbar that you can have full control of. Can't connect your phone and stream from here everything you desire, but a restrictive gadget. Yes, they say you can link your music Apps through their Sonos App, however, for example: on SoundCloud you can't search for a new song, can only play songs already stored in your playlists. Same with Spotify.If connected to a TV (with an eArc port/cable) and using for TV sound, when switching for playing songs from Sonos App on the phone, the TV doesn't get it's own sound back on, silence.The only way I've been able to stream freely (not using their Sonos App) from my phone it was to connect the phone with my TV and then TV to send signal (via eArc HDMI) to the soundbar. Therefore, on this occasion, you'll be in the situation that can't watch TV programmes, but using it to play from the phone as well as, of course, consuming more electricity.The sound is very good, great quality sound, this is in my opinion the only real selling point.Sonos doesn't have a complete sound equalizing menu for personal preferences, you can only adjust the base, treble and loudness on/off. Doesn't come with a Surround mode as well.The only way this connects with the phone being WiFi (the same way if adding other speakers to it for creating a more complex sound system), I wonder what would happen in the event the internet connection drops. This is ridiculous.Sonos - pay the Bluetooth license so you can join the other big boys out there in the market.They offer all the other connectivity options all in one on their soundbars. Some even offering Chromecast and Google Assistant built in.In my opinion, this can be a great extension for TVs speakers and nothing more. Definitely, not worthy for a price they are sold at the moment.Be aware! Once creating an Sonos account, you can't delete it, on their website there is no account deletion option! If subscribed for their Sonos Radio HD, you can't delete your bank details!
Picked this up for our family room where we watch most of our tv. We have a dedicated home theater and sound out of the tv in the family room is so shallow I had to do something. I tried a tv branded sound bar but it wasn't good at all, truly not much better than sound out of the tv and it wasn't a cheap one. Decided to give the Sonos Beam a try and it did not disappoint. Even without a subwoofer the sound is so much fuller and voice is so much better. I'm quite surprised with the response of the Beam. It's not true surround or Dolby Atmos, but the effect from its digital processing on the spatial image of the sound catches me by surprise at times. And no, it's not close to true home theater or Atmos, but you do get an amazing amount of room filling sound out of a ... MorePicked this up for our family room where we watch most of our tv. We have a dedicated home theater and sound out of the tv in the family room is so shallow I had to do something. I tried a tv branded sound bar but it wasn't good at all, truly not much better than sound out of the tv and it wasn't a cheap one. Decided to give the Sonos Beam a try and it did not disappoint. Even without a subwoofer the sound is so much fuller and voice is so much better. I'm quite surprised with the response of the Beam. It's not true surround or Dolby Atmos, but the effect from its digital processing on the spatial image of the sound catches me by surprise at times. And no, it's not close to true home theater or Atmos, but you do get an amazing amount of room filling sound out of a small bar. I wouldn't doubt I pick up the mini sun in the near future. The voice control is nice and they claim they aren't keeping track of you as some other devices do. Linking my SiriusXM subscription was simple and I expect linking other music services will be just as easy. I do wish voice control worked with SiriusXM but that's s small complaint. The app is easy to setup and use, no hiccups like I had with the tv branded sound bar app. Finally, voice enhancement works very well, very clear without being overpowering, still keeps a good balance. Now I hope it lasts many years and not just 2 or 3.
The Sonos Beam gen 2 is a small sound bar with a big sound. It is generally easy to set up and with a Android or Apple Sonos application, provides you with a way to control the sound from various sources. I previously had a small Bose sound bar and this by far has a much fuller, stronger sound. We have it in a small living area and the sound is full and does not sound like it is coming from a small box. One problem with sound bars and TV speakers, in general, is it is sometimes difficult to hear what people are saying. Words are drowned out by background music or because the actors are speaking in quiet voices. The Sonos addresses this with the ability to focus on voices through its center speaker and remote control. This is the primary reason we got it, it works ... MoreThe Sonos Beam gen 2 is a small sound bar with a big sound. It is generally easy to set up and with a Android or Apple Sonos application, provides you with a way to control the sound from various sources. I previously had a small Bose sound bar and this by far has a much fuller, stronger sound. We have it in a small living area and the sound is full and does not sound like it is coming from a small box. One problem with sound bars and TV speakers, in general, is it is sometimes difficult to hear what people are saying. Words are drowned out by background music or because the actors are speaking in quiet voices. The Sonos addresses this with the ability to focus on voices through its center speaker and remote control. This is the primary reason we got it, it works very well and we are very happy with it. The one issue I have with the sound bar, ironically, is sound level output. Depending on the incoming source (tv, Netflix, Prime, Disney, Pandora) the sound from each source comes in at different volume levels which need to be adjusted at the remote control. For instance, tv has a weak sound and has to be turned up. Should you switch from TV to Netflix, the speaker blows you away and has to be lowered. It would be nice if the incoming sources could be regulated at the speaker level so that the sound comes through at a consistent level of loudness. The price is a little steep but I think it is well worth the money.
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi Sonos S2 |
| Manufacturer's Warranty | 12 Months |
| Colour | White (Matte Finish) |
| Input/Output | 1x Ethernet Port 1x HDMI eARC |
| Weight (kg) | 2.8 |
