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2016-10-26 05:13:15
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The Sonos 5.1 home theater system features wireless connectivity in a sleek design that sets up in a flash and streams your favorite music and videos. This wireless home audio system provides you with a dedicated internet line, rich bass and an appearance...
This is one of the best sounding speakers in our review...
It doesn't have any other connectivity other than Wi-Fi...
The sound quality of the PLAY:3 competes with the best speakers in our comparison, but the lack of connectivity options couldn't be more disappointing. Its audio clarity is almost unmatched, but its Wi-Fi only connectivity is frustrating to say the least...
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wegotserved.com Updated:
2016-10-26 05:13:30
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On its own, the SONOS PLAYBAR is a decent (if expensive) one-box upgrade to your TV's audio capabilities but if that's all you need, then check out cheaper competitors. However, existing SONOS fans seeking to build a 5.1 home theater setup, with the added...
While the SONOS PLAYBAR performs well with quality audio sources, a soundbar isn't going to be the optimum solution for everyone – especially hardcore home theater gurus who want to spend hours optimising AV receivers and speaker setups.Neither wil...
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With the prices of large-screen TVs plummeting, there has been a spike in flat TV purchases, and data show that televisions are getting ever bigger. However, many new HDTV owners realize that the sound quality of TV speakers is often not on par with the i...
At $699, the Sonos PLAYBAR is a very good, somewhat expensive, sound bar. If the price was lower, it would certainly be a very easy recommendation (“no brainer” would comer to mind). But since it's not, I would urge you to look at your actual needs.If you...
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Soundbars were born in part from frustration caused by the lackluster sound that HDTVs produced. That's why most soundbars focus on improving how you hear dialogue but care little about music playback. Sonos, a pioneer in multiroom music systems, is playi...
Full sound without a subwoofe, Excellent for musi, Support for most streaming music services...
Expensiv, No Bluetooth connectivity...
The Sono Playbar soundbar fills your room with rich sound, whether from movies or music--if you're willing to pay a premium for the experience. Soundbars were born in part from frustration caused by the lackluster sound that HDTVs produced. Th...
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More Info Sonos Playbar: a home theater soundbar that wirelessly streams music for $699, we go hands- (and ears) on Sonos Playbar appears at the FCC Sonos for iOS adds direct device streaming, takes PCs out of the equation (hands-on) Sonos has found a swe...
Simple set up, Great, room-filling sound for a soundbar, Top-notch build quality...
Expensive, Mobile app needs a better UI...
Sonos' Playbar makes an excellent addition to your living room, but only well-heeled music lovers can afford one...
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The number of soundbars entering the market has been growing at an astounding rate, so I was not terribly surprised to hear that Sonos was entering the fray. The Sonos Playbar Sonospeak for soundbar can compete with other soundbars as a powered three-chan...
The Sonos Playbar has a lot going for it, which makes it an easy recommendation. The combination of solid sonic performance and easy-to-use streaming capabilities makes it a winner for just about anyone. If you want to be able to stream music to your soun...
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Sonos PLAYBAROne Room... Two Systems? Not AnymoreOne thing I noted when I got into Sonos was that, to do it right , I would wind up with both a Sonos system for music playing and a home theater system for movies and TV in my living room. The reason is tha...
Music sounds like music: natural and full, but still with plenty of space. Ease of use and setup is unparalleled, as expected from Sonos. Why isn't anyone out there competing with them?...
In large rooms (18 ft distance from TV to viewer) the stereo field felt a bit narrow, making us wish for a "wide mode" option...
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I've said it before and I'll say it again: I love Sonos. And while I'll gladly welcome any new product from the wireless speaker company, I have to be honest and convey my skepticism when they revealed that they had in fact been working on a soundbar for...
Easy as pie setup, its own music server, integrates with Sonos environment, controllable via smartphone...
Only compatible with Dolby Digital (not DTS, etc), pricey ($699), not ideal for audiophiles...
All speakers included (Sub, 2x Play:3s and the Playbar) the total price is $1996…before tax. So the...
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TABLE OF CONTENTFirst impressions | Before we begin | Functionality | Power consumption | Sound quality | Surround connectivity | The competition | Conclusion | Discussion Sonos Playbar test We got our hands on Sonos' take on decent sound for your flat pa...
Soundbars are hotter than ever due to the thin flat panel TVs we drag home. And the market for soundbars is more exciting now than it has ever been as the makers of soundbars are coming from very different parts of the electronics industry - with very dif...
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The wireless speaker company tries its hand at a full 5.1 channel discrete surround sound system, without those pesky speaker wires...
SONOS platform is ideal for music lovers, Discrete 5.1 surround from compatible sources, Elegant looks, Wireless operation, A model of simplicity...
Expensive, Single optical input, No DTS decoding, Limited by TVs in getting discrete 5.1 sound...
Make no mistake: as far as soundbars go, the SONOS PlayBar is one of the best: great sound quality, expandability to true 5.1 surround, and access to the uniquely powerful SONOS music platform. Most buyers will be thrilled by the sound of the PlayBar...
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For those unfamiliar, you start by plugging one Sonos component into your network router to create a bridge to the Internet and to your home PC or hard drive where your personal music is stored. It can be any component the company sells. Sonos offers seve...
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Sonos, perhaps the most established and recognizable name in wireless home audio, has unveiled its first soundbar speaker—and it's a solid performer. The Sonos Playbar ($699 direct) delivers powerful digital surround sound with its included optical cable...
Smooth overall sound quality. Surprisingly effective low-end response given the lack of a subwoofer. Flexible wireless streaming. Doesn't distort on deep bass at high volumes.
Requires wired Ethernet unless you already have a Sonos Bridge. No hardware remote control. Highly processed sound isn't for purists...
The Sonos Playbar delivers impressive volume levels and its companion mobile app is very well designed, but this slick soundbar comes with some compromises...
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Movie and TV audio for music lovers: that’s how Sonos describes its new PLAYBAR, the first product from the whole-home audio company to tackle sound that comes with moving pictures, rather than audio for its own sake. Speaker-bars aren’t a new concept...
Sonos took its time creating the PLAYBAR, and that consideration shows both in how it sounds and how easy it is to setup and use. Certainly, at $699/£599/€699 it’s expensive when compared to a regular speaker-bar. You can find those for a couple of hu...
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Sonos has quietly been selling its distributed audio systems for several years now, and while it's generally pricier than a regular set of speakers, the company is known for excellent sound, easy setup, and a huge range of local and web audio sources. Son...
Ease of setup and use, Offers true wireless 5.1, Fantastic sound for movies and TV...
No 3.5mm input, Apps feel clunky, Over-reliant on optical audio, Not ideal for music listening...
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SONOS enters the living room with the PlayBar soundbar, and it's quite an entrance...
Very good sound overall, considering size, Simple connection and set-up, Nice looking and nice personality, Flexible installation, SONOS app puts the world of music at your fingertips...
Needs mo bass, Gets a bit congested at high volumes, Could use a second fiberoptic input and DTS support, Limited by TV's ability to pass through 5.1 surround, A little pricey...
Judging the PlayBar is a bit tricky. As a pure sound bar, it's a nice sounding simple solution that can plug and play with your existing TV and remote. But again, as a pure sound bar, it's a bit pricey and doesn't offer the low bass extension of many...
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As we've said before, we've been waiting for Sonos to make a home theater play for years, and the Playbar is the first move in this space. It's impressive, providing great sound that can appropriately fill a room. As we stated earlier, it's not for everyo...
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While there are plenty of ways to improve upon the sound coming from your TV's speakers, sound bars are currently the most popular. Today, nearly every major speaker or TV manufacturer has at least one in its lineup, and the once-novel sound bar category...
Large, expansive sound field effectively wraps sound around you, Awesome loudness capability, yet low on distortion, Warm, easy-on-the-ears sound makes long-term listening a breeze, Best aesthetic design we've seen yet for a soundbar...
Pricier than the competition – even pricier with a subwoofer, Single input woefully limits flexibility...
The Sonos Playbar's impressive movie sound, good looks, ease of use, and smooth, fatigue-free musicality is, in our experience, an uncommonly rare mix of attributes among sound bars. That it's also wireless-streaming capable is a major bonus for folks l...
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It's a universally acknowledged truth that TV speakers suck. It's also universally acknowledged that Sonos makes awesome wireless hi-fi gear.Light bulb!The Sonos Playbar attempts to bring that awesomeness to the home theater in the form of a sound bar — a...
Big whoop, right? We came here to hear, and the Playbar doesn't disappoint. In tests with an assortment of audio sources, including a live telecast of the Oscars, a Bluray of Skyfall, Uncharted 3 on a PS3, and lots of songs streamed from Pandora and Songz...
Lacks a dedicated remote. Like all Sonos gear, it's priced to make you cry. Not much bass, unless you add the company's 0 subwoofer (more tears). Requires an Ethernet connection or Sonos Bridge...
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Sound bars don't immediately benefit from Wi-Fi connectivity the way music systems do, because you usually use them with your TV, and your TV isn't something you need to put in your pocket and walk around with. But that doesn't mean that Sonos' wireless m...
The Playbar does a lovely job, but you could get something that sounds just as good with more features for less money. That said, Sonos is a luxurious, simple, and satisfying way to listen to music. If you can afford it in the first place, you wont disap...
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Last week we were able to meet with Eric Nielsen and Scott Fink from Sonos to get an overview of Sonos' latest speaker system, the Sonos PLAYBAR. Scott told us that Sonos' goal is to bring their products to every home in America. Having used the Sonos PLA...
The Sonos PLAYBAR is a great addition to your home theater that gives your high-end flat screen the added sensory life it deserves. Remember when you saw those few extra “missing” inches when watching 16:9 content for the first time, or watching 480p vs...
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Sonos-known for network-based audio devices such as the Play:3 -has attempted to create a soundbar that would meet my definition of "truly great." How confident is Sonos that the new $699 Playbar will work perfectly in concert with your TV? Pretty confide...
Overall, the Playbar has been one of the most welcome additions to my listening room in a long time. You know why? Because it always works . I turn my TV on and the sound comes on and it sounds good. I use the remote from my TV or Blu-ray player just as...
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Consuming music has never been easier thanks to the wide swath of devices that support a myriad of services. Options range from the tried and tested Apple iTunes store, to MOG, to Rhapsody, to the darling of music startups Spotify. In fact, some of my eve...
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Even with a few rough edges, the Sonos Playbar may be a handy way for Apple device owners to tackle all of their living room audio needs...
In one sense, the Playbar sits in an odd middleground. Its pricetag may be too high for some, while "serious" home theater fans may demand (slightly) better. Nevertheless, the Playbar is a solid option for iPhone and iPad owners who want a single system...
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The Sonos Playbar is an excellent audio machine and, in our opinion, delivers the best sound experience you're going to find without buying an expensive and complicated surround sound system. The Sonos Playbar produced the best overall sound in our test...
Great sound, stylish, useful sound modes...
Initial setup of the Sonos App can be finicky, expensive...
The Sonos Playbar is near perfection as far as soundbars go, providing top notch sound in a simple, self contained package. If you want the best sound you can get from a single speaker system, this is it...
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In the world of soundbars, to say there's variety in what's offered, and how much you can pay, is an understatement. Searching "soundbar" on Amazon sees companies like Vizio offering a basic $75 option that's no-frills and pretty well-received, while big...
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Audiophiles today install sound systems in every room in their house, and every TV in every room has to have some sort of sound system or home theater to play your tunes, shows, video games or movies. The problem has always been:a. Do I setup multiple s...
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