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Sonos is best know for its high-end multi-room audio systems, but the Playbar soundbar sees the company taking on the world of home cinema for the first time. Of course, this being Sonos, this isn't just another soundbar, as it fully integrates with the o...
Sound quality, Streaming capabilities, Design and build quality...
Post-Brexit price...
Taken as a whole system, there's no denying that this soundbar sounds fantastic. For films and TV, the clear audio and excellent range make it one of the best soundbars that we've listened to. It's great that you can also add extra components to make it a...
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It's been a while coming – we first saw this product in prototype form more than a year ago – but at last embargoes have been lifted, the product has been launched in the UK, and we can deliver our Sonos Playbar review. Over the past few years, as well a...
Neat, stylish and minimalist, The full, brilliant Sonos experience, Thoughtful little features, Wide, deep, detailed and dynamic soundstage, Upgradeable with a Sub and/or Play3s...
Doesn't push sound into the room as much as it could, Optical is only connection option, Cannot handle DTS soundtracks...
So should you by a Playbar at all? Well if what you're after is simply great movie sound there are perhaps better options, such as the Yamaha YSP-2200 which offers one of the only convincing virtual surround sound experiences available.But if you're looki...
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techlife.net Updated:
2016-10-26 05:14:19
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The Sonos is different from other soundbars, as it comes from a product lineage designed around music streaming – that is, playing music stored on your computer or from any of the many sources available online – with easy control from your smartphone or t...
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Having effectively modernised hi-fi, the wireless titan that is Sonos has set its sights on the booming soundbar business, and seemingly almost by default, finds itself a home cinema player, too. But can the brand really replicate its audio success in the...
Easy wireless setup, big, bold audio quality, wellbuilt, Sonos Controller app and music services are good fun...
Solitary optical input proves limiting, no DTS decoder onboard, multichannel package painfully expensive...
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Sonos Playbar: Build quality and features At 90cm wide, the Playbar is an ideal match for larger flatscreens. It can stand tall or lie flat; an in-built accelerometer detects orientation, easing back on bass if it's near a wall. A wall mounting kit is ava...
For existing Sonos owners, eager to bolster their TV audio, the Playbar is a solid proposition. It sounds terrific, solving the inadequacies of onboard TV speakers at a stroke, with the considerable bonus that it doubles as an additional speaker within...
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Sonos’s wireless home music systems have always been deserving of a place in your living room, bedroom, or study — every one of the company’s Wi-Fi speakers, from the compact PLAY:3 to the larger PLAY:5 and SUB, is the best in its class when it comes t...
Much improved sound vs. TV speakers, Can be expanded to 5.1 surround, Great design, versatile placement...
Limited audio adjustment, High price...
Sonos's PLAYBAR music system requires an accompanying smartphone or tablet and a little bit of practice, but as a way of bringing together all your music sources *and* replacing your TV's speakers, it's without equal. It's not the best soundbar we've hear...
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Sonos's wireless home music systems have always been deserving of a place in your living room, bedroom, or study — every one of the company's Wi-Fi speakers, from the compact PLAY:3 to the larger PLAY:5 and SUB, is the best in its class when it comes to p...
Much improved sound vs. TV speakers, Can be expanded to 5.1 surround, Great design, versatile placement...
Limited audio adjustment, High price...
Sonos's PLAYBAR music system requires an accompanying smartphone or tablet and a little bit of practice, but as a way of bringing together all your music sources *and* replacing your TV's speakers, it's without equal. It's not the best soundbar we've hear...
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Sonos has established itself as the king of multi-room audio, and has traditionally been focused on providing sound for music lovers rather than film fans. However, given that the humble soundbar is the fastest-growing piece of kit in the audio market, t...
Fantastic design and build quality, High-detail, wide and engaging sound, Easy streaming from Spotify and suchlike, No HDMI inputs...
Creating a Sonos 5.1 system is expensive...
The Sonos Playbar is a lounge-unifying device that will let you dump your remote controls and your old hi-fi in the bin. Once you've set it up, it'll also let you control both your TV and your audio system with your phone. For everything but the most cra...
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itreviews.com Updated:
2016-10-26 05:14:23
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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...
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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Today's TVs have benefited from huge advances in engineering and manufacture, and they look amazing. But they only look amazing; in most cases, the sound they produce is as flat and as thin as the panel itself. A soundbar such as this one - basically a lo...
Beautiful sound, Integrates well into Sonos system, Can wirelessly add sub and satellites, Clever audio modes, Rich, broadly, compatible apps...
Not cheap, Requires particular TVs, No remote in the box, Only one input...
We like the Playbar enormously. It sounds stunning, can integrate nicely into an existing Sonos audio system, or be the first thing you add to your home from which a rich, easy to use multi-room audio system can organically grow.We'd be happy to use it as...
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smarthouse.com.au Updated:
2016-10-26 05:14:25
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As sound bars go there have been a lot of attempts by vendors to deliver a knockout product that hooks up to a big screen TV in an effort to improve audio output, but no one has delivered a wireless soundbar as impressive as the new Sonos Playbar. A few w...
Excellent sound; modular system; looks fantastic; easy install;...
No HDMI out, solely optical;...
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techradar.com/au/ Updated:
2016-10-26 05:14:25
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Today's TVs have benefited from huge advances in engineering and manufacture, and they look amazing. But they only look amazing; in most cases, the sound they produce is as flat and as thin as the panel itself.A soundbar such as this one - basically a lon...
Beautiful sound, Integrates well into Sonos system, Can wirelessly add sub and satellites, Clever audio modes, Rich, broadlycompatible apps...
Not cheap, Requires particular TVs, No remote in the box, Only one input...
We like the Playbar enormously. It sounds stunning, can integrate nicely into an existing Sonos audio system, or be the first thing you add to your home from which a rich, easy to use multi-room audio system can organically grow. We'd be happy to use it...
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tech.uk.msn.com Updated:
2016-10-26 05:14:53
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Sonos Playbar: ReviewIf you're familiar with the Sonos range of wireless speakers, you'll know that the iPod dock style Play:3 and bigger Play:5 speakers have been around for a while and deliver wireless music all around your home, via smartphones, PCs an...
Classic design, ease of use and detailed sound.
You'll need a big TV to match the pure width...
A (relatively) discreet way of bringing home cinema sound into your home without giant speakers which delivers detailed sound, easy set-up and a step-up from your iPhone dock...
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channelnews.com.au Updated:
2016-10-26 05:14:53
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As sound bars go there have been a lot of attempts by vendors to deliver a knockout product that hooks up to a big screen TV in an effort to improve audio output, but no one has delivered a wireless soundbar as impressive as the new Sonos Playbar...
Excellent sound; modular system; looks fantastic; easy install;...
No HDMI out, solely optical;...
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uk.hardware.info Updated:
2016-10-26 05:14:53
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The Sonos multi-room audio system had been limited to audio until now. You could play music from your NAS, computer, radio and online streaming services. The user-friendly nature and the good sound quality have made Sonos a popular brand, and with the i...
If you already use digital audio, frequently listen to streaming audio services and want an easy solution without tons of cables, then the Playbar is an interesting product. If you already own a Sonos system, it's a nice upgrade with much better sound t...
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The Sonos soundbar has been a long time coming – retailers went to see it nearly 18 months ago, and Sonos fans have heard plenty of buzz about the brand's take on a product category that is expanding rapidly. Finally, however, the Playbar is on sale an...
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macworld.com.au Updated:
2016-10-26 05:14:55
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The Sonos Playbar is the latest entry in Sonos’s line of streaming audio products. Some other soundbars – particularly at the high end of Yamaha’s Digital Sound Projector line – are far superior single-cabinet home-theater systems. But those models cos...
Can be integrated into a Sonos whole-home audio system; very good sound with both movies and music; versatile setup options; just two wires: TOSlink and power...
Not a surround-sound system; lacks in-your-face bass response; doesn't support Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD Master Audio, $999...
If you already have a traditional home theater audio system with an AV receiver, three or more speakers up front, a subwoofer, and two discrete surround channels, there's no reason to switch to the Playbar; you'll be disappointed if you do. If you're cons...
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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 won't be dis...
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There’s something special about unboxing a new Sonos device – it’s as if Sonos has become a boutique manufacturer, where each product has been made especially for you. Of course that’s not the case, but the simple, minimalistic packaging and beautifully p...
Looks great, Works with existing TV remote, TV sound is clearer, louder & wider, Works as a Sonos ZonePlayer, Can be augmented with Sub & Play:3s...
Full 5.1channel setup is expensive...
Sonos doesn’t launch products too often, but when it does pull back the curtain on something new, it’s almost invariably worth the wait. The PlayBar seems like a natural progression for the company, and it’s clear that a lot of thought and planning went...
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pocket-lint.com Updated:
2016-10-26 05:14:55
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The Sonos PlayBar is the company's latest speaker and one designed specifically to sit under your TV. But does it work, should you bother, and what's it sound like? Pocket-lint has been using one in our home, watching as much TV as is healthy, to find out...
Easy to install, sleek, good sound, can connect to Sonos Sub and two Play:3 speakers for surround sound...
No HDMI, no 7.1 support, streaming to other components require they are in the same zone...
The Sonos PlayBar is a fantastic piece of kit that really delivers. While the price might seem high on the surface you are getting a speaker that replaces your AV receiver, a stack of speakers, and the ability to make it part of a bigger streaming s...
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The Playbar is Sonos' first effort to get into home cinema. It's a big and expensive soundbar, but has a lot to offer. See all digital home reviews . Despite its size – the same width as a 40in TV – it's lovely to look at with the two-tone mix of alumini...
The Sonos Playbar is a superb soundbar. Not only is it sleek and well-built, but it also provides unparalleled sound with plenty of extra features which make it even more desirable. We can't fault the Playbar, but the high price will put it out of reach f...
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gadgetshow.channel5.com Updated:
2016-10-26 05:14:57
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The Sonos Playbar is the next logical step for the tune chucking tech company. Back in the mid 2000s, Sonos led the charge for hi-fi as it should be: multi-room audio that you can control from any device. Rivals like Apple have made this much cheaper t...
Whether or not you like the thick, slab like design (we’re quite taken with it), the Sonos Playbar could not have been designed better. It’s a beefy 5.4 kilos and 90cm wide, but once it’s on, you soon stop noticing it’s there. Setting up gadgets that connect to your home network is usually a chore, but the Playbar is painless. You plug it into the router and your TV, or follow the steps to connec...
There’s little to fault the Sonos Playbar...except for one thing. All this comes at a cost. The Playbar price rings in at an eye-watering £599. When you can get respectable rivals for less than £100 (albeit, rivals without streaming music services built in), that’s a tough call to make. And if you want to lash it up as part of a full Sonos surround sound set-up, that’ll be another half grand for...
Put simply, the Sonos Playbar is the best soundbar we’ve ever tested. Deep, rich sound combined with incredibly well thought out design and Sonos’ flawless multi-room audio system put this box on another level to all of its rivals. It’s just a shame it...
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T3.com
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2016-10-26 05:14:57
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Sonos' last product launch - the Sonos Sub raised the eyebrows of many; a huge wireless subwoofer to accompany its streaming Play speakers and Connect amps. Where was the portable battery-powered unit? What about the waterproof stick-on speaker for the ba...
Simplicity, TV integration, Design...
Surround sound could be better, Audiophiles will need a sub...
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Stuff magazine Mon, Mar 11 2013, 1:42PM Any Sonos announcement is greeted by a ripple of excitement around these parts. Heck, even the announcement of an announcement (yep, it’s one of those companies) is enough to get us guessing what California’s...
Throbs with Sonos quality, Massive music selection, Superior to built-in TV speakers...
Optical connection, not HDMI, Expanding the system is pricey...
This isn’t a soundbar, this is a Sonos soundbar, and it’s really rather awesome...
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Sonos is a brand you would associate with wireless HiFi systems. It's a popular choice if you want a clean, great-sounding wireless speaker system for your entertainment room. The Sonos Playbar is the first step to that wireless HiFi system and is itself...
Well first of all, I wish the Sonos Playbar has a remote control of its own. It was frustrating having to switch on and unlock my phone, look for the app just to adjust the volume. Having said that, I can't say anything bad about the sound quality. It rea...
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tbreak.ae Updated:
2016-11-24 12:26:01
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Soundbars are quickly making their way into homes as a suitable replacement for your TV's rather paltry speakers. Stylish yet loud enough to potentially wake your neighbors, soundbars come in all shapes and sizes and of course, prices. Sitting in at perha...
The Sonos Playbar is truly a gorgeous piece of equipment with exceptional audio quality when compared to other soundbars on the market. But its lack of alternate inputs and high price tag means that you'll need to really think carefully before investing...
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The Sonos Playbar is specifically designed to sit under or above your wall-mounted TV, while the more recent Sonos Playbase, is designed to sit beneath your TV, acting as a base for sets that sit on top of furniture. Of course you aren't restricted to th...
Great sound, easy setup, voice control via an Alexa-enabled device, ample bass without sub, Sonos app platform remains one of the best out there, seamless multi-room integration with Sonos system...
No HDMI, no 7.1 support, very expensive, no DTS Surround support...
The Sonos Playbar is a fantastic piece of kit that really delivers. While the price might seem high on the surface you are getting a speaker that replaces your AV receiver, a stack of speakers, and the ability to make it part of a bigger streaming system...
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Sonos is famous for its wireless multi-room speakers but it can be hard to know which one is best for you. We explain everything you need to know about Sonos including the app, controller, music services, features, reviews and more. Founded back in 2002...
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You don't have to be an audiophile to know that the sound quality on most TVs is dismal, with very few offering high-res audio capabilities as standard. As a result, they're unable to handle the mishmash of sound effects from today's loud and bombastic ac...
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It wasn't always the case that you could place a speaker anywhere in the house and stream music to it. Go back just over a decade and you would be living in a world full of cables and physical media. But then Sonos came along. They are responsible for one...
Impressive sound quality, Stunning music performance, Very easy to setup, Intuitive and simple app, Can be expanded with Sonos Sub and speakers, Remote learning feature...
Very pricey, Occasional heavy bass, No HDMI connections...
At £699.99 the Playbar from Sonos is at the top end of soundbar price points. With the competition usually including a separate subwoofer and HDMI connections, the Playbar includes none of those at this price. In fact, if you use the facility to turn the...
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Sonos' apps are available on iOS and Android and there's also desktop software available for Windows and OS X. There are also third-party alternatives if you want an app that works across Windows 10 on desktops and mobile devices. You can use either Phono...
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