All rights reserved. If you have any bright ideas on how Sonos might update and advance their line-up in the future, please reach out via one of the below channels: Get exclusive SONOS deals you won't find anywhere else straight to your inbox: Wed love to send you exclusive offers and the latest info from Smart Home Sounds by email. We've seen manufacturers like Monitor Audio have small Dolby Atmos add-ons that can be placed on top of existing speakers to turn it into an upward-firing speaker which would be a big plus for existing Sonos users with standard surrounds as an easy upgrade. Sonos Beam Gen 1 vs. Sonos Beam Gen 2: Is it worth the upgrade? You must login or create an account to comment. Please read our full Terms & Conditions here. This warranty covers genuine confirmed manufacture defects. They both work with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, both have AirPlay 2 support and they both measure 651 x 100 x 69mm and weigh 2.8kg. Hand-in-hand with the announcement of the Sonos Beam Gen 2 was the revelation that a range of Sonos S2 products* would now support Amazon Ultra HD. Well always treat your details with the utmost care and wont share them with any third party. Sonos Beam Gen 2 Announcement: First Look, Sonos Beam Gen 2 Review: Our In-Depth Thoughts. The second generation Sonos Beam has a more powerful and faster processor, which enables it to feature various improvements elsewhere. Click 'Spend Points' at checkout to apply your points - points cannot be used alongside any other coupons or discount codes. Theres now 802.11ac dual-band Wi-Fi instead of basic 802.11n, though, as well as NFC support for an ostensibly quicker setup process. The first generation Sonos Beam is a little cheaper, costing 399 in the UK and $399 in the US. Expanding on this, it was announced that the Beam Gen 2 and Sonos Arc would also support Dolby Atmos Music, a 3D audio format that gives users a better feel for height and space to make their listening experience even more immersive than standard stereo sound. Please allow up to 7 working days for your points to adjust in your account. Well we actually quite miss that speaker and still occasionally spot one in an office or restaurant. If you return your order, any points spent on that order will be reimbursed. 2. This warranty does not cover wear and tear. The second generation Sonos Beam will be available from 5 October and costs 449 in the UK, $449 in the US and 499 in Europe.

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- Sep 14, 2021 1:18 pm UTC. Pocket-lint is supported by its readers. The big addition is Dolby Atmos virtual surround sound support. Please see your user manual for detailed warranty information for your particular product. Finally, it looks like our prayers are about to be answered. Of course, they're more than likely to surprise us with other innovative ideas going forward. You'll find five class-D amplifiers, four elliptical midwoofers, three passive radiators and one centre tweeter within both Sonos Beam soundbars, as well as a far-field microphone array.

We will be able to obtain all your details from the serial number of your registered product. In both our 2020 and 2021 Sonos round-ups we speculated over the possibility of a, We dont yet know what this product would cost if released, but wed imagine this will be lower than the original Sub Gen 3 and can see this sitting nicely at, With the biggest movies now becoming available to stream alongside cinematic release, its the perfect time to invest in your home cinema system and we wouldnt put it past Sonos to capitalise on this and enhance their current surround sound software.

Your 30 Days start when your order arrives. We promise you'll love your new purchase. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. The newer model is slightly more expensive though, so if you're not too worried about Dolby Atmos support, you might find yourself drawn to the older model to save some pennies. Wed suspect that if this were to be rolled out, it would be in the form of a software update allowing Sonos users to add an extra pair of Sonos Ones, One SLs or perhaps a new upward-firing speaker model to their set-up to increase the number of channels through which surround sound is processed. The Ars Technica ultimate holiday gift guide 2020, The Sonos Arc is the long-awaited Playbar update with Dolby Atmos support, Apple, AMD, and Intel shift priorities as chip shortages continue. The soundbar would then be used as the centre - see the diagram below. At Smart Home Sounds, we are leading Home Audio Visual Specialists. Sonos on Tuesday announced a new model of its Beam smart soundbar. Get true peace of mind with our FREE extended 6 year warranty on every Sonos product bought from us.

See our Privacy Policy for more info. Any unauthorised modifications or failure to follow the Rega recommended guidelines may invalidate the warranty. Our knowledgeable team provide expert service & advice on a wide range of audiovisual products and are here to help you find the perfect setup for your home. Many of the same features are offered - like music service compatibility, multiroom and Trueplay - and the design is largely the same aside from a new grille, but the second generation Sonos Beam offers support for virtual Dolby Atmos and HDMI eARC support. AtSmart Home Sounds, we are leading Home Audio Visual Specialists and one of the UK's largest Sonos dealers.

Imagine this, youre listening to your favourite tunes on your trusty Sonos system to get you ready for the morning, but instead of turning this off and restarting or reshuffling your content on your phone, the audio will transition seamlessly into your wireless headphones ready for the morning commute.

*Roam, Arc, Beam, Five, Sub G3, Move, One, One SL, Port, Amp, Play:5 G2, Connect G2, Connect:Amp G2.

(Pocket-lint) - Sonos announced a second generation of its compact soundbar - Beam - in September 2021. Numerous third party speakers have embraced Amazon's capable Alexa assistant alongside the Echo devices. Using Sonos One/SLs as width speakers at the front either side of a Sonos soundbar. Learn more. Points earned will then show in your SHS account. Copyright 2017 Smart Home Sounds ltd. All rights reserved. For a risk-free purchase, weve given you 30 days to test out your new items and if youre not 100% satisfied, were happy to refund your order with no questions asked. We are so impressed with the build quality of all Sonos products, we offer an automatic 6-year extendedwarranty on all Sonos products at no extra cost, giving you complete peace of mind. Here are the differences between the Sonos Beam (2nd gen) and the Sonos Beam (1st gen). See below. Its definitely something well be looking out for in 2022. We dont yet know what this product would cost if released, but wed imagine this will be lower than the original Sub Gen 3 and can see this sitting nicely at around 399. With a similar performance and form factor to its predecessor this model would be a great middle ground. Sign up or login to join the discussions!

Weve seen, Weve speculated on this before, but it would be great to see Sonos delve into the world of wireless, personal audio in the form of, s 10-speaker Sonos speaker system, so it wouldnt be too much of a leap to expect them to build on Sonos role outside of the home environment. There is plenty that remains the same between the Sonos Beam (2nd gen) and the Sonos Beam (1st gen), including the overall size of the device, the black and white colour options and the acoustic sound architecture. The latest model offers a couple of differences compared to the original Beam soundbar that launched in 2018, though not all are surface level. Your statutory rights are not affected. Our knowledgeable teamprovide expert service & advice on a wide range of audiovisual products and are here to help you find the perfect setup for your home. Utilising the same acoustic architecture as the original Beam, the updated processor in the Beam Gen 2 allows the 5 internal drivers to process height and space channels to offer listeners a 3D, more immersive experience. Points are added to your account 30 days after purchase. Next up, anyone remember the old Sonos Play:3 speaker? Interpretation of the news based on evidence, including data; projecting how events might unfold based on past events or how products and services compare against each other. We would like to see something similar brought back to sit between the Sonos One and Sonos Five - perhaps simply a Sonos Three?? CNMN Collection We'd love to hear your thoughts! Ad Choices. Having otherHDMI 2.1 devices in your home theater should help lessen audio syncing issues. The ever-popular, Compact, Portable Wi-Fi & Bluetooth Smart Speaker. Your California Privacy Rights | Do Not Sell My Personal Information Apples AirPlay 2 protocol is still there for beaming audio directly from iOS devices, and you can set the device up with either Amazons Alexa or the Google Assistant. Best of all, all of this content is free - you'll just need to make a BBC Sounds Account and link this with the Sonos App to enjoy at home.

Unlike the larger Sonos Move, the Roam is incredibly well suited to throwing in your bag and powering through any adventure. Weve speculated on this before, but it would be great to see Sonos delve into the world of wireless, personal audio in the form of headphones that are cross-compatible with the Sonos ecosystem. The design is largely similar to the previous model, though the speaker grille now has a perforated plastic finish instead of a fabric-coated one. Start collecting your points today to spend on future purchases from SHS.

You must create a Smart Home Sounds account to collect your points. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. 5DP. At Smart Home Sounds, we strive to offer the best service possible for our customers andonly sell and recommend products we have tried, tested and love ourselves. Dont get us wrong, the Sonos Arc, a pair of Sonos One SLs and a Sub makes a brilliant 5.1.2 surround sound system and is sure to get the very best out of the content youre watching.

Weve seen increasing demand for Sonos 7.1, utilising a second pair of speakers as mid-surrounds to add an extra layer to your audio. Back in April, we saw the release of the Sonos Roam, Sonos smaller all-in-one Bluetooth and Wifi portable speaker. Though this has since been taken off the App, we were also able to learn that you wont be able to pair two Sub Minis with a Sonos Soundbar as youre able to do with a pair of Subs (providing one is a Gen 3). All batteries will be covered by the standard manufactures warranty, Place an order with Smart Home Sounds on any qualifying items (look for the 30 days hassle-free returns icon on the product page). In both our 2020 and 2021 Sonos round-ups we speculated over the possibility of a smaller, cheaper Sub option being available. Before we start looking ahead to Sonos in 2022, please note that any view expressed in this article is our own speculation and by no way reflects the views of Sonos or Sonos current product release pipeline. Now it seems that some eagle-eyed Sonos users were able to spot reference to the smaller, cylindrical Sub Mini within the Sonos App itself.

An average 50 game will earn you 1.25 to spend on future purchases. The company says the new Beam will support higher-res audio formats from Amazon Musics Ultra HD tier and Dolbys Atmos Musicformat as well. You could even take this one step further to a 7.2.2 setup and there are a few ways we can see this working. Arguably the biggest Sonos release of the year, 2021 marked the inception of a new life for the trusty Sonos Beam - with, Roam, Arc, Beam, Five, Sub G3, Move, One, One SL, Port, Amp, Play:5 G2, Connect G2, Connect:Amp G2, A hot topic and something weve seen customers speculate about this year is, Finally, it looks like our prayers are about to be answered. It comes in white or black. The good news is you don't need to follow any additional steps to activate your extended 6-year warranty. The port selection on the whole is still limited to just HDMI and an Ethernet jack, however. Best Alexa speakers 2022: Top Amazon Echo alternatives, Sonos speaker news. Return costs for non-faulty items are the responsibility of the purchaser as our standard shipping is free. Beyond that, the HDMI-ARC port on the old Beamwhich allows for more unified connectivity through your TVis now a higher-bandwidth eARC port. Our knowledgeable teamprovide expert service & advice on a wide range of audiovisual products and are here to help you find the perfect setup for your home. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Cond Nast. 2003 - 2022 Pocket-lint Limited PO Box 4770, Ascot, SL5 You could argue that the Sonos Move sits in that space but as a heavy-duty portable speaker which functions very differently, I don't think it was designed as a replacement for the Play:3. The two new speaker arrays are dedicated to surround and height information, and time and frequency-based psychoacoustic techniques are applied to distinguish between ear and overhead level. The ever-popular Sonos Roam and Sonos Move are other hallmarks of Sonos' success in the out-of-home audio arena, so could this be the year for wireless Sonos headphones? We run through their most important releases of the year, and take a guess at where Sonos might be headed as we move into the New Year. Sonos Roam - 10 Things You Need To Know. There aren't huge differences between the second generation Sonos Beam and the original Sonos Beam, but there are enough to make the newer model the better option on paper. Sonos One vs. Sonos Roam vs. Sonos Move: What's The Difference? We love rewarding our loyal customers - that's why you'll earn SHS Loyalty Points for every pound you spend on gaming purchase from us which can be spent on future purchases! At Smart Home Sounds, we areleading Home Audio Visual Specialists and one of the UKs largest Sonos dealers. Here are the best Amazon Echo alternatives. The first-generation Sonos Beam smart soundbar, for reference. If, for any reason, its not quite what you expected and youre not 100% satisfied, simply get in touch with our team via email, phone or live chat and we will start the return process for you. While there is plenty that remains the same between the two Sonos Beam soundbars, there are a few key differences too - as you would expect. Like all Sonos devices, the Beam is meant to be controlled primarily via the Sonos app, but there are basic capacitive touch controls on the top of the device. 2022 Cond Nast. The original Sonos Beam has a soft, material finish which is harder to keep clean. Both models also feature capacitive touch controls on the top, the same design overall - with one tweak - and many of the same Sonos features, including Trueplay for tuning, the ability to group with other Sonos speakers and compatibility with over 100 music services. Sonos Sub Mini rumour courtesy of What-HiFi? With the Sonos Arc and now the Beam Gen 2 supporting Dolby Atmos streaming, itd be interesting to see whether Sonos branch out with this technology built into other speakers in the range. All rights reserved. The new Beam has five speaker arrays instead of the three found on the original Beam. England and Wales company registration number 5237480. Join the Ars Orbital Transmission mailing list to get weekly updates delivered to your inbox. With a 10-hour battery life, IP67 weather rating and option to group with the rest of your Sonos system when at home; the Sonos Roam has been the perfect fit for a lot of our customers this year - and at 179 its a great way to enter into the Sonos ecosystem.

HDMI eARC compatibility should allow for richer, more immersive and a higher definition sound experience, according to Sonos. Arguably the biggest Sonos release of the year, 2021 marked the inception of a new life for the trusty Sonos Beam - with Dolby Atmos sound now playable through the Sonos Beam Gen 2. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement (updated 1/1/20) and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement (updated 1/1/20) and Ars Technica Addendum (effective 8/21/2018). Every product Rega make is designed and assembled in the UK to the highest possible standard. You can, of course, opt out of these communications at any time! There are plenty of different directions Sonos could take with all of this, its just a case of watching this space to see if a software update will be announced in the near future. We endeavour to provide the best service possible& go the extra mile.

A smaller update, but nonetheless important to some customers who have been waiting a while to see BBC Sounds integrated with the Sonos App. Now for the part you've been waiting for, we've gathered all of the rumours and expectations to give you our top 5 predictions for Sonos in 2022. Sonos nifty TruePlay feature, which corrects its speakers sound for the acoustics of a given room, is also onboard. Read our affiliate link policy. The speaker grille on the second generation Sonos Beam is made from polycarbonate, matching that of the larger Sonos Arc. You can spend your SHS Loyalty Points on any product on our website from future games to headphones, speakers, TVs and more. Dont get us wrong, the, But what if Sonos took this one step further? In our eyes, the Beam didnt need much in the way of improvement but this new Dolby Atmos capability opens the Sonos Beam up to a whole new audience, and future proofs it for the newest blockbusters and Atmos recorded content. A hot topic and something weve seen customers speculate about this year is upward-firing drivers built into a pair of Sonos surrounds. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Your warranty starts from the date your speaker is first activated. Jeff Dunn

However, the best way to know if a product is right for you is to test it yourself. The second-generation Sonos Beam soundbar. Well, that's everything we can think might be coming from Sonos in 2022. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. The second generation Sonos Beam has HDMI eARC, while the first generation model only supports HDMI ARC. Weve seen Sonos this year embark on in-car integration with their partnership with the Audi Q4 e-trons 10-speaker Sonos speaker system, so it wouldnt be too much of a leap to expect them to build on Sonos role outside of the home environment. Unit 16 Triangle park, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AJ.

The Play:3 sat between the older Play:1 and Play:5 speaker as a 'better' option in a 'good', 'better', 'best' scenario but it was sadly discontinued a few years back with little explanation.