Sonos Amp
Greg from New Braunfels, TX on 11/26/2023
Quick to install and sync with existing Sonos system.
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Darren from Vero Beach, FL on 11/13/2023
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Not as good as Powernode in head to head comparison
Charles from Cranston, RI on 10/25/2023
Got the Sonos Amp and a Blueaudio Powernode to do a straight comparison on the same sets of in wall and in-ceiling speakers. Sonos support for hi-res audio very far behind, makes songs sound flat and with poor separation. Software is good, search across services is a great feature. but if they can't match the audio quality of the services that we pay for then what is the point? Even with all the power in this amp, the Monitor Audio speakers seemed "bored" with the signal coming in. Powernode was much more dynamic even with much less power output. Plenty of issues with BluOS software also, but sound quality was just superior.
Pros: Plugs into Sonos ecosystem Entry level price
Cons: Sound quality basic No hi-res audio
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Brian from Richmond, VA on 8/20/2023
My expectations are exceeded with this product. Great overall sound, ease of use and setup was a piece of cake!
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Justin from Janesville, IA on 7/10/2023
Easy to set up. Pushes a lot for my need. Fast shipping. Dont hesitate
Pros: Quality, ease of setup, simple
Cons: No option to shut off without unplugging. (Does go idle after sitting for a few minutes)
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Jon from Marietta, GA on 7/10/2023
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Great product
Michael from Washington, PA on 5/23/2023
I purchased five of these to replace a 20-year-old Russound Cav6.6 amplifier that stopped communicating with the keypads. This was roughly the equivalent price of replacing that unit. But I also would have needed to upgrade to newer keypads...and possibly pay someone to program them. I had the first three of these set up and working within an hour. The sound is excellent. The Sonos app feels dated, but these Amps work seamlessly with Apple airplay, circumventing the App entirely. A special shout out to Dwayne, my customer service rep. He was very helpful in understanding my needs and guiding me to this product. Perfect choice.
Pros: Easy set up Works with Apple Airplay
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Great for tour whole house system!
Patrick from Zion Crossrds, VA on 5/18/2023
We updated our whole house system, going from Bose amps to Sonos. The quality is now excellent in every room. The app makes it simple to select which rooms get sound and it works with a variety of streaming options. The install crew was excellent, professional and friendly. Love the sound!!
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Mikhail from Norwalk, CT on 5/7/2023
It's a convenient solution that requires a set of speakers and an (optional) sub. Would be nice to have some sort of calibration software to integrate sub and speakers (crossovers, delays).
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Rob from DARIEN, CT on 4/30/2023
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Thyson from Bushnell, FL on 4/17/2023
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Ronald from Scottsdale, AZ on 4/9/2023
Very easy to install and their functionality is outstanding. This is the way to go.
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Adam from Columbus, OH on 2/17/2023
This is great. I'm sure that it will be a huge hit at parties. I'm new to Sonos but this purchase will not be my last. Crutchfield was as excellent as ever with getting my order out to me in a prompt manner. I'm glad I finally was able to get a Sonos Amp as I've seen they've been out of stock for so long.
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SONOS for all your needs
Alex from Warren, PA on 2/1/2023
Best amp on the market. Sonos are an incredible I will always recommend
Pros: best there is
Cons: expensive
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Kirk from Vienna, VA on 12/28/2022
I have 4 rooms with wired speakers in the ceiling . One room has a TV and we wanted to set up a surround system using the two ceiling speakers as the rear speakers for a surround sound system. I also have an existing sonos sound bar and a sub in this room. I found the amps were easy to set up for streaming music or to use music sourced through the analog inputs (i.e., phonograph). I purchased 4 amps, a separate amp for each room. When setting up the surround sound system with a Sonos sound bar, sonos sub and wired rear speakers, the set up instructions in the Sonos app were not intuative. I called Sonos for technical support and they were able to help me complete the installation. To the extent that you have a blue ray player that plays CDs, the cable to the amp may require a digital to analog converter as the amp does not have an external digital input for music.
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Mark from Boise, ID on 11/30/2022
Seamless installation and connection with existing Sonos account. My family has commented on how much better the music sounds since adding the Sonos Amp. Why would you buy anything else?
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Amazing Sonos Amp - Amazing Service
Kevin from Fairfield, CT on 11/27/2022
I paired this amp with amazing tower speakers that are power hungry and the Sonos amp brings out all the highs and lows with clarity at any volume selected. Pretty amazing product. Setup was simple and easy.took only a small amount of time. This is a great product. And of course Crutchfield not only had it in stock but shipped it immediately. And to top it off, Trish helped me enormously selecting and comparing all my options. The selection, service and support of Crutchfield can't be beat! And this Sonos amp is in a league of it's own.
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Still buying Sonos
Gregory from Wayland, MA on 11/15/2022
Bought this as replacement for failed Connect Amp. Still running a S1 system so this had to be downgraded. The process works but is bit of PIA. Has more power so sounds more robust. If committed to Sonos infrastructure it is an upgrade from previous Connect AMP.
Pros: Works with S1 or S2 versions. More power.
Cons: Needs to be downgraded to use in S1 set up. Login via tablets / phones is more trouble than PCs. Needed to manage these days,
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Excellent if you can get your hands on one!!!
Wei from Charlottesvle, VA on 11/1/2022
An incredible device. Works super well and easy to set up. Air play is faster to connect than me prefer airplay native devices.
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Beautifu Sonos Product!
Roger from San Antonio, TX on 10/4/2022
Sonos is awesome! These amps are pricey but so easy to install and set up. Plenty of power for most speakers and the Sonos integration to any music service is a breeze. I've mounted 4 of these on a rack together, beautiful setup for a whole home audio system.
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Super simple to set up
Derrick from Charlotte, NC on 9/30/2022
Impressed with the simplicity of this amp to set up and crank up. Plenty of power to get the job done. Very happy thanks Crutchfield!
Pros: Simple to set up Sonos ecosystem is great
Cons: A bit on pricey side
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William from Sarasota, FL on 9/26/2022
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Worth the wait
Joseph from Mansfield, TX on 9/26/2022
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Jon from Bethesda, MD on 6/13/2022
With helpful guidance from a knowledgeable Crutchfield advisor (thank you, Clarence), I purchased two Sonos Amps to power four sets of wired speakers in four different rooms. Set up was relatively easy. (There was one hiccup, which I easily remedied through a quick call to Crutchfield tech support.) Integration with Apple Music couldn't have been simpler. And it was easy to connect a turntable (with a separate preamp). The sound is excellent and the synchronization across the two amps is perfect.
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Excellent Product.
Var from LAS VEGAS, NV on 3/6/2022
This thing is the real deal. I was skeptical at first, given the Amp's limited input options and plain looks. I ordered Marantz's compact wifi-streaming amp for my office and was completely disappointed. I returned it and begrudgingly ordered this unit. Guess what? This wipes the floor with the Marantz. Streaming from Tidal is seamless. I am running this with Kef Q150's in my office and a compact sub, and it sounds warm and fantastic. I plugged an eARC HDMI cable in from my office TV, and it immediately set itself up, and now my office TV sounds amazing. Zero screwing around. Zero annoying setup. Zero technical glitches (like with the Marantz). Just seamless high-fidelity audio streaming to passive speakers of your choosing. I just bought another for my house.
Pros: -Excellent, warm sound. -Zero technical snafus. -Easy to set up and operate -Clean look. -Sonos ecosystem is second-to-none.
Cons: -There is some room for better audio tweaking features. -I really wish there was a remote control for when I need to turn the volume down quickly (loading the app on your phone, then tapping the screen takes a bit of time -- not ideal if you need to quickly reduce volume)
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Jared from Parker, CO on 2/27/2022
Paired this with a Beam and subwoofer for a complete theater surround sound system. Sound is amazing and was very easy to setup.
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Bill from Westville, IN on 2/25/2022
Very High-end sound for my ceiling speakers.
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Joseph from Glen Cove, NY on 2/19/2022
NICE ADDITION TO MY SOUND BAR AND SUBWOOFER
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Seth from Isle Of Palms, SC on 2/12/2022
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Well Worth the Value!
Ed from Seattle, WA on 2/12/2022
Excellent, this replaced a very expensive Pioneer amp and the difference is amazing! The Sonos Amp and system is better than I ever expected. The value and benefits are well worth the price if you can afford it. The app is also amazing. If you have any questions on the app or setup, just call Sonos and if you have my experience, you'll get excellent, friendly, and knowledgeable help.
Pros: Sound! App, flexible, easy of use, looks cool, a large selection so you can continually add rooms, outdoors, stand-alone, etc. Well worth the high price.
Cons: It's expensive
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Great power, design, sound
tomK from Ft Collins, CO on 2/8/2022
It's amazing how good Class D amplifiers are today. I've had my Sonos AMP for a week and it's a sonic improvement from the well-regarded Marantz integrated amp it replaced. Running through a range of famed bookshelf speakers from KEF, Q Acoustics, and B+W, the AMP offers very articulated bass and a bit more forward vocal and top-end presentation than the Marantz. Sounds have a bit more life, which is a welcome change. The industrial design is first-rate, as the binding post assembly should go into the Audio Hall Of Fame. So well done. Of course, the reason you come to Sonos is for the app and the ease of whole-house audio and there's nothing to complain about there. Easy to set up. It was my first Sonos product and I was up and running in less than 5 minutes. Adding further listening devices is such a breeze. Why not 5-stars? Tone controls. For the price, and from the company that's known for room-matching DSP, the AMP is a little stingy at just a bass & treble control with an on/off loudness designation. At a minimum, I'd like to see switchable center frequencies for both bass and treble and some sort of dynamic loudness control - all with the goal of getting the most out of small speakers. For floor-standing speakers, you can leave everything flat and enjoy it without issue. I highly recommend the AMP, and am purchasing a second model for another hard-wired Sonos zone.
Pros: Plenty of juice for power-hungry speakers, great sound, smooth set-up
Cons: limited tone-shaping options
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Jimmy from Garden City, NY on 2/8/2022
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Whole home champ
Bret from Auburn, CA on 2/7/2022
Fantastic way to setup an entire in ceiling speaker setup in your home. The Sonos amp is able to fit 2 wide in a rack, has enough power to handle most speakers at high volume and the Sonos app is second to none. Built in EQ and Subwoofer out are great additions. Highly recommend.
Pros: Easy to use, great flexibility Fantastic app Fits 2 wide in rack Sub output Built in EQ
Cons: None really
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Giulio from Novi, MI on 2/6/2022
Compact but powerful, this AMP simplifies the setup and pairs well with in-ceiling installations.
Pros: Sonos software and ecosystem Compactness / design No-brainer ease of use Two ethernet ports
Cons: Very expensive
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New sound for old Nuvo system
Lori from Danville, KY on 2/3/2022
Love-LoVe-LOVE THIS AMP! So easy to connect and use! I highly recommend!!!
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Michael from Southold, NY on 1/17/2022
Easy to set up. Also installed a speaker selector switch with the amp to utilized speakers in a room only used in summertime. Crutchfield techs were a big help!
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Francis from Santa Barbara, CA on 1/15/2022
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Ernest from Fontana, CA on 1/9/2022
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James from Louisville, KY on 1/8/2022
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Crutchfield customer from Blue Springs, MO on 1/2/2022
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Crutchfield customer from Westport, CT on 12/27/2021
Great receiver. Super easy to set up. I wish it came with more than one zone.
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Worth the Investment!
Crutchfield customer from Sun Prairie, WI on 12/16/2021
The Sonos amp is definitely an investment, but the ease of use and versatility make them completely worth it. We currently have two installed in our home. We have a Sonos Arc and sub in the great room with a Sonos amp powering two Polk 70-RT in-ceiling speakers that are used for left and right rear surrounds. The other Sonos amp powers two Polk RC6s dual channel speakers in our kitchen/dining area. We plan to add one more Sonos amp to power speakers on our deck. One of the best parts is getting the TV audio from the Arc and then being able to have that audio in our kitchen via the Sonos Amp. Makes for a great experience when having people over for a big game! These are so versatile and easy to use that you will use them all of the time and easily justify the upfront investment.
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Crutchfield customer from San Clemente, CA on 12/13/2021
Super simple to operate and maneuver once set up!
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Crutchfield customer from Bellmore, NY on 12/12/2021
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Awesome!
Crutchfield customer from Saratoga Spgs, NY on 12/10/2021
As always Sonos delivers and so does Crutchfield!
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Spectacular Product and service
Crutchfield customer from West Dennis, MA on 12/10/2021
Excellent product, as usual, from Sonos. And Crutchfied fulfilled in a clutch as soon as product became available.
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Great perfromance
Crutchfield customer from Selbyville, DE on 12/7/2021
The Sonos Amp is a one-of-a-kind device that delivers superb performance with all the features of the SONOS platform. A little pricey but still the best all around Wi-Fi solution out there!
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Crutchfield customer from Matthews, NC on 12/7/2021
I waited months to get one of these amps. Crutchfield had them in stock for a short period of time. Spoke with Aaron and he hooked me up. This amp is so simple to set up, the app works great. Very happy with my purchase. I will be buying another one soon for outdoor speakers.
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Pricey, but perfect.
Crutchfield customer from Brighton, MI on 12/5/2021
Pricey, but now my turntable is connected to Sonos, and we can listen all over the home! Sounds wonderful!
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Crutchfield customer from Garner, NC on 12/2/2021
I have a Sonos system in my home and this one is for my pool house, very pleased with the system!
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Pricey but worth it
Crutchfield customer from Leawood, KS on 12/2/2021
They are pricey, but if you need wired speakers in a ceiling/wall to complete your Sonos set up it's worth it.
Pros: Great sound, ease of use
Cons: Price
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Go bananas!
Crutchfield customer from Haslet, TX on 11/18/2021
I'm a big fan of Sonos and the Amp is another great product. Attractive clean simple and functional. I appreciated the banana plugs as I resituated it in my cabinet!
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Crutchfield customer from Mcallen, TX on 11/16/2021
Easy set up, great sound with more than adequate power. Driving a pair of 8 inch Sonos in ceiling speakers creating spacious, clear full sound.
Pros: Function, sound, ease of setup.
Cons: A little pricey
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Crutchfield customer from Indio, CA on 10/31/2021
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Crutchfield customer from Norwalk, CT on 10/31/2021
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Crutchfield customer from Lemont, IL on 10/20/2021
Not only a great amp to power your speakers, but a fantastic way to share the input to other Sonos systems in your house. Very handy for an area where you want to have a TV playing to multiple zones.
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Crutchfield customer from O Fallon, MO on 10/13/2021
Bought this to support my tv and outdoor speakers for my new screened in room. It is easy to setup and works well. I was surprised that my when I placed the order, it was not backordered as it was warned it could be on this site. I purchased this along with the mount that is compatible with the Sonos Amp so it can be mounted on the wall where the wires come into my kitchen. It connects to my tv using the HDMI arc port and I am using a HDMI 2.1 cable. Sound is great and it seamlessly connects to the tv and I can control the amp's volume using the tv remote.
Pros: Easy to setup using the Sonos Amp.
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Crutchfield customer from Monroe, NC on 10/6/2021
Sonos is the ideal system for whole house audio. The Sonos amp is used to power wired speakers. If you wish to have wired speakers, you can terminate the wires in a central location and have these amps located in that location. If you do not wish to have the amps centrally located, the amp can be placed next to the speakers. One amp is required per speaker pair. All of the amps are then controlled through your Sonos app. You can add Sonos wireless speakers if you do not wish to use your own speakers or run wires. The beauty of the system is that you can use any of the wireless music sources (Pandora, Amazon, Sirius, etc.) and you can play the same source in all rooms or different ones in each room. The amp is great when you want to use your own speakers. Assuming the wires are in place, the system is easy to set up and the sound is great. One last note, It is possible to connect more than one set of speakers to this amp if you centrally terminate the wires and then use a Niles speaker selector to select the speaker. Unfortunately if you do this, you will not be able to select the speakers on your phone.
Pros: A great multi room audio streaming system.
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Sonos 2.1 Amp
Crutchfield customer from Woodland Hills, CA on 10/6/2021
There is no other like this product. Waited for 9 months to get this product. As soon as they come out, they sell out. There are no CONS, only PROS. Great sound, control over your volume, bass, treble, etc. by apps, can control multiple rooms, small unit with special heat shield so it doesn't get overheated. Fantastic product. Buy it if your can get it!
Pros: Fantastic Sound, Beautiful piece of equipment, bass and treble, volume can be adjusted by app is great.
Cons: None
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Great but
Crutchfield customer from Daniel Island, SC on 10/5/2021
Still learning how to integrate the Amp into my Sonos system. Works well with my wired speakers. Gave it 4 starts because of cost. It's an expensive solution that multiplies when used with 4 sets of speakers. I was able to keep cost down with a 4 way speaker switch box. Not the optimal solution but a cost conscious one.
Pros: Integration with Sonos components
Cons: Coat
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Crutchfield customer from Fair Oaks, TX on 10/5/2021
Sonos makes everything connect together seamlessly. Sonos' simplicity is what Apple Mac's should aspire to be like. Sound quality is perfection. Ease of set-up is unbelievable; took less than 10 minutes to connect speakers, download streaming services and get it all up and running. I'm hooked on Sonos.
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Crutchfield customer from Spring, TX on 9/27/2021
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Crutchfield customer from Greenville, SC on 9/26/2021
I'm using to power a pair of klipsch outdoor speakers. Like all Sonos products it was extremely easy to set up and tied into the rest of the my Sonos system seamlessly. The only con is the price.
Pros: Easy to set up.
Cons: Price
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Crutchfield customer from Denver, CO on 9/22/2021
Easy setup. Was up and running very quickly.
Pros: Easy to set up, slim design
Cons: Wish there was an easier way to adjust eq levels.
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Nice amp
Crutchfield customer from Baton Rouge, LA on 9/22/2021
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Crutchfield customer from Naperville, IL on 9/22/2021
Replacing a first gen version of this product. Sonos is an amazing system! This can power 4 speakers and opens up a world of music options. I would highly recommend this sonos product
Pros: Ease of setup and use. Integrates into your existing system
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Crutchfield customer from Orange, TX on 9/12/2021
Great seamless enter home audio. High demand but finally got one. Love everything sonos
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AMP is the Right Choie
Crutchfield customer from San Clemente, CA on 8/17/2021
Started with Sonos speakers and app about 6 months ago so it would be easier to play music especially for my wife. Bought a Five for the living room where my Denon Av Receiver was with a CD player and HEOS (never seemed to work well with this). Since we are 90% streaming music now decided on sonos brand , MOVE for outside, Five for main room and SL1 for bedroom. Thought the Five was surprisingly good but seemed like without two of them was missing stereo feel and not quite as detailed as a regular (good) speaker system so I returned it. Ordered the Amp and wow! It is now hooked up to my Mission Silver bookshelves and my Velodyne DL8 sub. It sounds like a high-end stereo should, smooth, unnoticeable transistion to the sub, excellent imaging with instruments well placed in space. No issues with it sounding too bright as some others have mentioned. Set it up in just a few minutes, will be hooking up CD player and TV to it next. It took several months to get it but well worth it. If you are like me and want a true "stereo" in the old sense of the word, order a move for now, use it where and when you want it, then when the amp comes in build your system with it. Hopefully you already have a nice pair of speakers, if not there are very affordable speakers (ELAC, etc.) that sound great.
Pros: Excellent sound Can pick my own speakers Has just enough inputs for most everything App is super easy
Cons: None yet
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Great products. Great support staff.
Crutchfield customer from Rch Cucamonga, CA on 7/3/2021
I purchased this amp to replace my aged but functional Sony Receiver. But prior to pulling the trigger on this gift to myself, I conferred with a Crutchfield adviser Ms Athena. She provided me with all the information to make my decision a great decision. I'm extremely happy with this Sonos amp. And highly recommend this product. But more importantly I recommend reaching out to one of the many professionals and knowledgeable advisors at Crutchfield for any concerns or product information. You will walk away with honest, accurate and helpful information.
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Crutchfield customer from Chagrin Falls, OH on 6/29/2021
Great product. We'll worth the money. I started with 2 and just purchased 2 more. The new ones are easier to add to your system. One side note. If you have Sonos 1 you will have to have separate apps
Pros: Great sound for all my outdoor speakers
Cons: Bit pricey. But worth it
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Crutchfield customer from Ferndale, MI on 6/28/2021
I bought this to replace a power amp paired with a SONOS Connect, in an effort to simplify things. The WIFI stability is much better on this device than it was with the Connect. No more dropouts. The sound quality is quite good streaming from various apps. The amp is plenty powerful, and handled by B&W towers without any trouble. However, I ended up returning it. Why? Because of a persistent hum with my turntable on the line input. I tried my turntable's internal preamp, I tried a Schiit preamp, all properly grounded. Persistent hum and hiss. I did not have this issue with my previous setup, and tried my TT with a different receiver as well. Seems this device may not e well suited for vinyl listeners.
Pros: Stable wifi compared to older SONOS devices
Cons: Noisy line input
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An amazing addition
Crutchfield customer from RICHMOND, TX on 5/16/2021
I was about to connect my existing ceiling and wall speakers to this and I'm extremely happy with the results
Pros: I'm about to connect my ceiling and wall speakers to me 5.2 Sonos system.
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from Ocala, FL on 5/8/2021
A delightful surprise. Powerful, clean audio. Seamless integration with my Samsung Frame TV. .streaming capability a plus.
Pros: Sound, simplicity of use
Cons: Price
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Crutchfield customer from Erie, PA on 4/30/2021
First step into Sonos. Very intuitive installation process and app and sounds great.
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Legitimate power for a 2nd Zone or overhead surrounds
Crutchfield customer from San Rafael, CA on 4/26/2021
I love Sonos stuff. I actually love their streaming system and ease of use over their actual speakers. Adding this amp to power speakers or adding a Port to an existing system is the best way to go. Partially because of the quality of sound, but just to integrate everything and allow people to play music on whatever they want from whatever source they want. Set up a client with this to power two under-eave mounted Definitive Technology AW6500 Speakers. They absolutely CRANK. Those speakers can handle up to 200 watts, and this amp, at 125 x 2 is more than up to the task. I implore you to combine these two for an absolutely awesome outdoor experience. At this particular home, the speakers are easily heard about 150 yards away into a literal cow pasture, and it's all thanks to the clean power from the Sonos Amp. I actually believe this is overkill for let's say, watching a movie with the rear ceiling speakers in your Sonos 5.1 system, but you'll be happy when you turn on music. If you get good ceiling speakers for said 5.1 Sonos system (like a DefTech DT8R) with an Arc and Sub, your rears will probably outshine your Arc big time. Anyway, if you're adding another zone, get these. Does your receiver have Airplay 2? Good, then you can sync and play everything from your iPhone, no Port added to your AVR necessary. In fact, it means you don't have to even connect this to your Zone 2 pre-out. ENJOY AND STREAM AWAY.
Pros: Small, powerful, Airplay 2 compatible
Cons: Pricey
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Happy Customer
Crutchfield customer from Mooresville, NC on 4/26/2021
Super easy setup and good look. Everything I hoped it would be.
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Crutchfield customer from Seabrook, TX on 4/26/2021
Works great.
Pros: Very functional
Cons: I had tech do install.
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Crutchfield customer from Gaithersburg, MD on 4/25/2021
Great solution to make passive speakers smart! I set this up with a pair of ourdoor speakers so that I could stream music (or other audio) to my deck and it works perfectly. Spotify recognizes the Amp by the location set in the Sonos Amp, so I can just tell it to play on "Deck" and then forget about it.
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Win Win
Crutchfield customer from Albuquerque, NM on 4/25/2021
This is another incredible audio product from Sonos. My 5.1 amp had problems so speakers were stored in a closet. Calling Crutchfield I understood how to re approach listening to TV . I purchased two Sonos Amps and hooked up a wonderful audio system for my TV. The sound quality is top notch, I can clearly understand conversation (without a center speaker),eliminated wires and all with the easy setup and adjustments of Sonos. I consider these to be a win win product.
Pros: Easy set up, quality sound.
Cons: None.
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Crutchfield customer from Stony Point, NY on 4/22/2021
It could be much better build for that price
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Sonos Amp
Crutchfield customer from Brentwood, NY on 4/21/2021
If the sonos amp had bluetooth capabilities there would be no better amp on the market
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Great amp, solid features, easy phone setup and music control
les from Philadelphia, PA on 4/20/2021
Well First i have to give a Shoutout to all the people at Crutchfield for all their help. Now on to this Gem of an AMP. I own the Sonos Five for a few years and it sounds great. i was looking for a good 2.0 system and there are so many amps to choose from. After speaking to the rep he reminded me that i could control this amp with my existing software and it had good power. Amp came in the very next day. 2 minutes to connect that's all it took . and they brought my speakers to life. it has tons of power and its clean power. for 699.00 i think its a great price for total Phone control good EQ and easy connections to a ton of music apps. Going to connect a turntable and my tv tonight. don't hesitate on this one.
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Sonos Amp
Crutchfield customer from Brookfield, CT on 4/19/2021
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A must have for home audio
Crutchfield customer from Washington, DC on 4/14/2021
This is my 3rd Sonos Amp. They are so easy to install I keep finding new places where I want amplified sound. You can quickly add whole home audio to a house of any size or age. The setup process is a breeze. The variety of input settings for connected devices (volume, delay, sync, etc.), automatic playback, switching between HDMI or RCA inputs, etc. make these a very versatile addition to any sound system or a great standalone option for a single room. You won't regret your purchase and, like me, will probably find yourself owning more than one at some point.
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Crutchfield customer from Oakland, CA on 4/7/2021
Best of both worlds, I have my turntable/preamp going directly into Amp, and I can stream music digitally to it as well. It has plenty of power, hooked up to my Elac speakers I barely need to goto 30% before it gets too loud for my apartment. When I want to listen to the radio, I use apps and stream to Amp. It's small, clean and powerful.
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Great Amp
Crutchfield customer from Peninsula, OH on 4/7/2021
I love this Amp. It provides great sound, ease of use and is perfect for what I need.
Pros: Small, Great Power!
Cons: NONE!!!
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Awesome!
Crutchfield customer from Hollandale, MN on 4/4/2021
Perfect product. Hooked up two Monitor Audio CP-CT380 speakers and sounds amazing! Thanks to the Crutchfield staff, once again.... Professional and knowledgable!
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Sonos products are the best.
Crutchfield customer from Henderson, NV on 3/29/2021
These Sonos products are the best. This is my third Amp and they are awesome. This last one I added was for some additional outdoor speakers. In the Sonos app, it coordinates volumes in groups, which means you can kind of set the right balance between zones and they remain tied together, although you can adjust each individually. Setup is really easy too - the app makes it really simple.
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Sonos Amp
Crutchfield customer from Winthrop, MA on 3/29/2021
This new Sonos AMP and Arc sound system are amazing!
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Sonos Amp Rocks!
Crutchfield customer from Broomall, PA on 3/28/2021
This Amp is great just like most of Sonos products. Plenty of power and flexibility.
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Crutchfield customer from Atlanta, GA on 3/25/2021
I got this amp to run speakers for an outdoor TV, as well as music outside. It was easy to set up and it works great. It is also a great way to connect our wires inside system to a place it would be difficult to run a direct wire.
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Crutchfield customer from Buford, GA on 3/17/2021
Very pleased with Sonos. Amp sounds AWESOME!
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Crutchfield customer from Dorchester, MA on 3/17/2021
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Simple and Great
Crutchfield customer from Santa Monica, CA on 3/15/2021
Really simple and effective. Great sound. Easy to use solution for the family members who may be less of an audiophile than you ;) Still on the learning curve of selecting wi-fi streaming vs bluetooth (should probably call Crutchfield suport and test that out)
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Sonos Amp Very Versatile
Crutchfield customer from Tigard, OR on 3/13/2021
Testing out this system for our new house to be built. Using Polk Audio 80rs's. This amp has been great so far for whole house audio. We are using it with Brilliant Home Automation Switch Pads which are very adaptable to the Sonos Amps. Will be purchasing 3 more of these amps for a 4 Zone system. I believe these are aimed at a specific use. Expensive but so far very worth it for my application. Very happy with this amp. I have it pictured in my rack which I am testing for the new setup.
Pros: Versatile. Powerful. Low running temp. Adaptable to smart home automation.
Cons: Expensive.
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I like it
Crutchfield customer from Rainsville, AL on 3/6/2021
Nice streaming amp
Pros: Software ease of use, size
Cons: Price
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Crutchfield is Amazing!
Crutchfield customer from Mount Dora, FL on 3/2/2021
Perfect amp for 2 pairs of speakers. Great price and outstanding speed of delivery. The Crutchfield team is amazing with their support, quality and variety of products and the speed with which the items arrive. Thank you!!!
Pros: Size, sound quality and simplicity of hooking up.
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from Norton, MA on 3/2/2021
very simple to install and set up. I will purchase another for my outdoor speakers.
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Crutchfield customer from Jupiter, FL on 3/1/2021
Even better than I expected. Love that it doesn't actually stream from my phone just uses the phone to control it. Music doesn't stop when my phone is away. Can't wait to add some more to my house.
Pros: Great app and controls Flexibility Ease of use
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Great buy
Crutchfield customer from Centerport, NY on 2/27/2021
Best for a well networked home. Paired w 2 pair Focal 8"
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Crutchfield customer from Hollywood, FL on 2/13/2021
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Very happy
Crutchfield customer from Severna Park, MD on 2/11/2021
Easy setup, strong results. Got my outdoor speaker system up and running.
Pros: Great form and function Strong power Intuitive app Works flawless with my other Sonos speakers
Cons: I wish there was a cheaper alternative or ability to connect more than 4 speakers
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Straightforward and to the point
Crutchfield customer from Ridgewood, NJ on 2/10/2021
Purchased this to add existing in-wall speakers to an Airplay 2 based system. Straightforward and quick setup.
Pros: Easy set up Good with Airplay 2
Cons: A little pricey
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Sonos Amp
Crutchfield customer from Camarillo, CA on 2/8/2021
Amazing receiver that powers my turn table sound all through my house with Sonos speakers added
Pros: Takes less space .. works amazing
Cons: None
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Sonos Amp and SDR 2.1
Crutchfield customer from Nashville, TN on 2/7/2021
I was looking for an amp to power 2 outdoor Klipsch AW650 speakers. This amp performs exactly as expected. I did decide to add another pair of indoor speakers and quickly realized I would need a zone volume control. I added the Russound SDB 2.1 which allows me to switch either pair off and adjust the volume as needed.
Pros: Great sound, compact and easy to setup
Cons: Non so far
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Great when upgrading old whole house audio
Crutchfield customer from Charlotte, NC on 2/6/2021
The new Sonos amp with Airplay 2 is an awesome replacement choice when up grading from my B&K CT610 in a whole house audio system. I use Lutron Pico remotes for convenience. When linked to a TV using an AppleTV, the new audio sync on AppleTV makes for seamless audio and video playback. Best of all the unit can be located in the mechanical closet. No need to have it connected to the HDMI on the TV or AppleTV.
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Crutchfield customer from Fort Myers, FL on 1/31/2021
Love this product. It let me integrate my vintage speakers with my Sonos system. I highly recommend it!
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Crutchfield customer from Kyle, TX on 1/27/2021
Simplicity at its best. Specifically when you have doubts about how much sound you want or need through out your house or business.
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Awesome!
Crutchfield customer from Holualoa, HI on 1/25/2021
This device is amazing. I may never purchase another conventional amplifier again!
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Crutchfield customer from Waxhaw, NC on 1/25/2021
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Great so far
Crutchfield customer from Bel Air, MD on 1/25/2021
So far so good. I had trouble connecting the Amp, Sub and Five altogether at first. Then, I did a little research and connected my Five directly to the router which created a Sonos Network. Ever since, connectivity has been great. I have the Amp coupled with Sonance in-ceiling speakers. Loud and pretty clear.
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Crutchfield customer from Lake Elsinore, CA on 1/21/2021
Sonace in-ceiling speakers connected but can't sync via true-play I'm sure I'll figure it out, but should be easier.
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Sonos Amp
Crutchfield customer from Daytona Beach, FL on 1/18/2021
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Sonos Amp
Crutchfield customer from Clemmons, NC on 1/16/2021
Great compliment to my house full of Sonos Play 1 speakers.
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Crutchfield customer from Annapolis, MD on 1/6/2021
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Great sound, Sonos convenience.
Crutchfield customer from Berkeley, CA on 1/4/2021
An audiophile amp with all the convenience of Sonos.
Pros: Sound. Convenience. Compact
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Sonos Amp
Crutchfield customer from Jacksonville, FL on 1/3/2021
I have 6 Sonos Play:1 and 2 Sonos Play:5 speakers and have been very impressed with Sonos. So, I decided to add the amplifier to replay an old Denon that I used for streaming music. I have not been disappointed with the amplifier and I highly recommend it.
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Sonos Amp
Crutchfield customer from Celina, TX on 1/2/2021
Love the sonos amp and app. This is my second amp and they all work flawlessly. Set up is easy and the flexibility it offers is second to none.
Pros: Great sound Easy set up
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Sonos wins again
Crutchfield customer from Atlanta, GA on 12/16/2020
Seamless set up and integrates well with my Mirage OM 10s and Bose Series 301 II. Love my Sonos
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Crutchfield customer from Muscatine, IA on 12/16/2020
Would prefer an equalizer function on the app. Would also like to see a few more surface controls and built in voice compatibility.
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Crutchfield customer from Westminster, CO on 12/15/2020
Connected our outdoor speakers to our Sonos network. Easy to setup, solved our issue and connected to the existing network. So far has performed without any problems. Very happy.
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Excellent quality but wish it was a 3 channel amp
Crutchfield customer from Finksburg, MD on 12/13/2020
Using in a 2.1 set up, but adding Sonos Ones for 4.1 setup. Does a decent job creating a phantom center channel. Would have given 5 stars if using strictly in 2 ch stereo mode. Realism of phantom center really depends on your seating area and distance to the TV. Excellent job with stereo separation and spatial 360 sound with a pair of Kef Q150s. Only reason I went this route is because TV is mounted above the fireplace, speakers are hidden behind cabinets on the sides. Used sub out from amp to connect a Polk 8" sub to fill out the lows. Other than aesthetics and space for the center channel speaker, I would have gone with a true 5.1 system or possibly the Sonos Arc. The Sonos Amp is an excellent product though with impeccable quality, ease of setup and ease of use.
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Sonos Amp
Crutchfield customer from Saint Louis, MO on 12/6/2020
Great product
Pros: Easy to set up works well
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from Shenandoah, TX on 11/29/2020
Easy and effective, even for a non-tech type.
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Great choice from your reps.
Crutchfield customer from Springfield, VA on 11/23/2020
Easy to setup and use. Everything was included that we needed to complete this audio installation.
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Sonos Amp
Crutchfield customer from St Petersburg, FL on 11/14/2020
Perfect for my use. Now powering our whole-house music system with Sonos Amps. Replaces a Russound pre-ethernet system.
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Great amp to bring passive speakers into the Sonos system.
Crutchfield customer from Bentonville, AR on 11/14/2020
Powerful and solid amp. We have a total of 6 of these in our home. It started with a simple way to get music to our patio speakers. Then we fell down the rabbit hole, adding 2 more for a 4.1 setup in our living room (already wired with klipsch architectural speakers). The setup works great and is simple enough that my wife has quickly been able to figure out how to use it. I'm not an audiophile, but a hard snob for good sound and think these produce it.
Pros: Clean Power Easy to setup Easy to use Great "phantom center" in a 4.1 setup
Cons: Cheaper solutions are available No support for a 5.1 setup
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A perfect and versatile amp!
Crutchfield customer from Bel Tiburon, CA on 11/11/2020
Very nice amp. Compact and easy to install. Setting it up was simple and it works like a charm. I love just being able to airplay's my music from Spotify and how it seamlessly integrates with my TV with a HDMI ARC cable! Brilliant!
Pros: -Compact -Easy to install -Looks good -High Quality -Works Seamlessly -Nice packaging -App is easy to use and setup
Cons: -Would be nice if it had an optical audio input -Would have liked a wall mount
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Smartest Guy You Know from Coolsville, USA on 11/11/2020
Using this to power two audiophile PMC tower speakers. Plenty of power, soundstage, and energy. This amp is tuned for movies and video games. It excels in this signature! Not bad for music, but the real joy is in other forms of entertainment. Also, works great with their wireless amp. A solid amp with lots of input options! Get one and become obsessed with the Sonos soundscape :D
Pros: - Easy to set up - Small - Lots of power - Great input options - DAC and amp designed for movies / video games - Premium feel (no really, the plastic case is like leather)
Cons: - It'll get you to buy even more from Sonos - Not the best separation for audiophile music lovers
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Sonos Amp and Upgrade
Crutchfield customer from Delray Beach, FL on 11/9/2020
Bought the Sonos five then learned that it needed the new version app to work but i had some older gen 1 products that wouldn't function with new app which was really disappointing. I want them all to work together so then had to upgrade the rest of system and bought the newer amp and a connect. Crutchfield experience was seamless and hassle free though.
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Freedom!
Crutchfield customer from Mcallen, TX on 11/3/2020
It was really easy to set up with the app as with all Sonos products. The best part though is the freedom and versatility. While yes, you are locked into the Sonos ecosystem, you can connect whatever passive speakers you want to the amp and make them "smart." This allows you to add speakers with superior sound, from whatever brand, and have the simplicity/flexibility of the Sonos experience. With an HDMI arc port you can also hook it up to your TV and use it as a simple 2.1 system and replace an old soundbar with it. You can add multiple amps together for bigger configurations. And the amp is really powerful for such a little box, as it can power least 100 watts per channel. You can hook up banana plugs or speaker wire, digital, RCA, etc. For me, my biggest gripe in the past with Sonos is the lack of freedom and versatility in the absence of ports/connections compared to more traditional options. This little box resolves all of that. You get all the benefits of the Sonos experience while having the freedom and versatility of traditional systems. It even has airplay 2, so you can skip the app (even if it's just for set up) entirely if you want and push audio from whatever source on your phone. Of the entire Sonos lineup, this is by far my favorite little gem. Really worth it. And it costs lower than a lot of the other Sonos products so that's a plus too :)
Pros: Able to use any passive speaker you want HDMI arc and other connections usually reserved for receivers Sonos simplicity Relative low price compared to other Sonos products Powerful little box with 100 watts per channel Airplay 2 Add any passive speakers to your Sonos collection
Cons: As with all Sonos products, you are still tied to the Sonos app for set up. Cannot be set up on its own. Not a deal breaker, but another app you have to download. Just something to consider.
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Terrific piece of equipment
Crutchfield customer from Wayne, NJ on 11/1/2020
As usual, another quality product from sonos. I use this to power my bowers and Wilkins tower speakers, and they have never sounded better. Packs a lot of punch and the stereo separation is beautiful. It's the only streamer amp out there that won't cost you thousands of dollars. I also have the connect , play ones, playbar and subwoofer. Set up was a breeze and found my network immediately. I was enjoying my music through tidal in minutes
Pros: Small footprint , big sound.
Cons: Can't think of any. Some folks balk at the price;I say to them, If you think it's too expensive , don't purchase it.
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Sonos Amp
Crutchfield customer from Pittsford, VT on 10/28/2020
Maverick was most helpful on the phone to help me decide what was the best-his counsel clinched it! This is THE BEST! Love Crutchfield for quality, advice, quickness in shipping/delivery-highly recommend!
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Crutchfield customer from Springfield, MO on 10/27/2020
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Sonos Amp for New House
Crutchfield customer from Norfolk, VA on 10/8/2020
I bought this as the first of three to be installed in our new house. I wanted to test it with the [wired] speakers I already had as I intended to pull wiring to ceiling and outdoor speakers before the drywall went up. The Amp was easy to setup, and I was able to group it with other Sonos speakers (Play 1) that I also already had. The sound is GREAT at all levels and I can't wait to get them all setup in the new home.
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Crutchfield customer from San Jose, CA on 10/1/2020
The sounds quality is quite good but expensive for powering just 2 or 4 speakers. And it really sounds neat with just 2.
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Crutchfield customer from Taylors, SC on 9/28/2020
Rusty was great helping me get setup! Sonos products are awesome and easy to use too!
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Crutchfield customer from San Francisco, CA on 9/27/2020
Love Sonos and Crutchfield was the only place that had them in stock. We paid for next day shipping and they arrived on time. Well done !
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Crutchfield customer from Lincoln, CA on 9/20/2020
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Excellent!!
Crutchfield customer from Rock Island, IL on 9/20/2020
This amp works perfect! This amp was purchased to power two outdoor speakers and it works seamlessly with them. All the Sonos products are great and this doesn't disappoint.
Pros: Another great Sonos product.
Cons: Price.
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The best
Crutchfield customer from Bordentown, NJ on 9/17/2020
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Sonos Amp
Crutchfield customer from Columbus, OH on 9/14/2020
Amazingly easy set up, even for multiple Amps.
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Can't go wrong with Sonos
Crutchfield customer from Spencerport, NY on 9/14/2020
Very simple - doesn't get hot. Use it for patio speakers. Plenty of power
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Great!
Crutchfield customer from Birmingham, AL on 9/13/2020
We bought the amp because I'm the house we bought we have passive outdoor speakers on the patio That run back to the den. It's a bit of an odd configuration because there's no built in speakers in the den. And there's a tv outside. Initially I was looking at a cheaper receiver but hated the idea of a device I can only use outside. After doing some research we went with the amp and am glad we did? The box is like opening a product from Apple. You can tell it was thought through. The connectors for the speaker are separate making it easy to attach and push in. Honestly one of the best systems I've seen. It works amazing and bonus I can use the speakers wirelessly with the outside Apple TV. Very happy.
Pros: Simple, really upgrades home experience
Cons: Price
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Crutchfield customer from Richardson, TX on 9/13/2020
Great addition to add music to outdoor setting. Very easy to set up and the sound quality and features are awesome.
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Crutchfield customer from Spring City, PA on 9/3/2020
Easy to setup. Drives speakers easily.