I was in the John Lewis in Glasgow yesterday and they had a number of Sonos products reduced in their electricals clearance section.
This double pack of Play:1 speakers seemed like the best deal although they had them for sale individually for £139 and the Play:5 (old version I think) for £349. These things don't usually drop in price much so work checking your local John Lewis if you're in the market for one (or two!).
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Just
2 Feb 163#109
As usual a lot of people feel the need to bash these probably because they feel they need to as either they can't afford them or the fact a lot of people sing Sonos' praises irks them. A Play1 is not meant to be an amazing high end audio setup and won't rival even a modest separates setup. The Play5 and Connect ranges are designed for that comparison. A Play1 and to some extent Play3 are fit anywhere play anything devices for small rooms (especially a single Play1). A Play1 in the corner of a small kitchen for instance is an application not a pair trying to fill a large lounge. So those listening to these in the shops, please understand the range in full first! As an Av professional I advise people to always think of how Sonos units can be integrated into 'better' setups in rooms where it really matters but also how undeniably flexible some of the units can be where you need them to be. For instance I have a connect amp driving a pair of B&W ceiling speakers in my Kitchen because IMHO that gives the best convenience and quality in that type of room. I have another driving a pair of Bose Marine speakers outside, but I have a Play5 to use in other areas of the house where a shelf based speaker is ideal (guest room or study for instance).
SpoonyBoy to BeerGoggles
31 Jan 163#13
all streaming is via the free Sonos app. in the app one of the sources is 'stream from this device'. for other services spotfiy etc you add them into the app.
the real benefit of doing this is when multiple people use the speakers, all people using the Sonos app on your network can see what is currently being played and have access to each other's services
All comments (117)
jarv_77
31 Jan 16#1
That is a good price!
Broadsands
31 Jan 16#2
I know this sounds ridiculous but I just don't get how these work?! I have an iPhone 6, iPad air and an older iPod touch (second generation I think) which I currently use with a decent docking speaker. Does this just stream, wirelessly, from the iPod touch? Also have a SONY Dolby TrueHD Amp - can I connect it to that? (and if so, is there any need to?) Thanks for the help.
Just to Broadsands
31 Jan 16#7
Your iPhone 6 and iPad air can stream wirelessly music stored on them or select from music stored on computers/laptops/network drives. In short anything storing music files on your network can be selected as a file source and played back through these.
thermomonkey to Broadsands
31 Jan 16#19
Ah later I will dig out what I've said previously about multi room audio. You already have pretty much everything you need to build a multi room system using logitech media server. Maybe a raspberry pi To connect to the amp and that's it. You can install a small app on your touch to turn that in to a player.
If you can't wait just Google my username + hotukdeals and multi room audio and I'm sure you'll find it. The raspberry pi setup is a doddle now; don't let any old posts scare you of you aren't tech savvy.
Dti1 to Broadsands
31 Jan 16#36
if you dont have a pc. you just put them on your network wired from the router. then get the Sonos app as your Idevices are already on your router just follow the Sonos set up. will not work on 3and4G mobile network. thats the basic setup (you only need to put one on your router you can pair them with your phone)
SteveBM to Broadsands
2 Feb 16#111
You can also stream music that is on the device you are using as a controller (using their app) such as an iPod or iPad
chrisredmayne
31 Jan 16#3
was in today no sonos products were reduced
jiggerouzo to chrisredmayne
31 Jan 16#5
In the Glasgow one? They had a fair few so you maybe just didn't see them. They weren't in the same place as the main sonos display which has the same play: 1 speakers at full price.
topcatuk
31 Jan 16#4
No, these are separate from anything else really, they stream direct from the web or an internal network share like a NAS. You can use the iPhone and iPad as remote controls though. The play one is an all in one speaker and streamer and doesn't have line out so you can't connect it to anything.
We have a few of these around the house and they are great streaming from my wife's Spotify account and my Deezer and home collection on my Mac mini. We can control from her Android or my iPhone
Just to topcatuk
31 Jan 16#8
The phones and iPads can also be selected as source locations if they're storing music.
Dingo Dave 69
31 Jan 16#6
Great speakers and a good price. Not often reduced go for it if your in the fence
Traveller
31 Jan 161#9
None in Ipswich branch.
SpoonyBoy
31 Jan 16#10
are you sure this is the case with Apple products and Apple music? I'm on android and have no problems streaming anything from the device or services like soundcloud. my wife can only stream music she has purchased through iTunes though (or internet radio)
BeerGoggles
31 Jan 16#11
So can you stream music direct from your phone to these speakers using an standard music app, or do you need specialist software. Currently I stream my music via Bluetooth using Poweramp. Cheers.
SpoonyBoy to BeerGoggles
31 Jan 163#13
all streaming is via the free Sonos app. in the app one of the sources is 'stream from this device'. for other services spotfiy etc you add them into the app.
the real benefit of doing this is when multiple people use the speakers, all people using the Sonos app on your network can see what is currently being played and have access to each other's services
I got a set of these for Christmas from my husband, I'm sure he paid around £300 so this is a great price. I love mine:) will be looking for a play 3 soon :smiley:
chrisredmayne
31 Jan 16#17
Yeah the Glasgow one, saw the main sonos bit with no reductions, they had a bargain corner with lots of laptops and tvs and cameras but no speakers in there too...
jiggerouzo
31 Jan 16#20
There's a little section next to the TVs that has headphones, bluetooth speakers and micro hifis. On the reduced to clear shelf in there.
I suppose you can't please everyone!
zermattbusby
31 Jan 161#21
Download the Sonos App to Device
Add Music Services
Example :
On this Mobile Device
Deezer
Spotify
Google Play Music
Radio by Tunein
etc
Choose a room to stream to, in my case :
Lounge (2 x Play 1s)
Conservatory (1 x Play 1)
Bedroom (1 x Play 3)
Or stream different music to different rooms at the same time
Plus can be controlled by any device in any room ie start music in the lounge, then stop it on another device in the bedroom
Fantastic bit of kit, two Play 1's in a medium size lounge sound amazing!
edit : sorry missed SpoonyBoy's comment #13 pretty much as he said...
paulj48
31 Jan 16#22
Big negative of Sonos is they don't support Airplay so theres no way of streaming my iTunes Match library from my iPhone, Ipad or Macbook.
If you have a Play 5 or a Connect then you can plug an Airport Express into the Line In and AirPlay to that and it'll come out on all Sonos speakers that you have. Personally I find using the Sonos app much more stable than AirPlay.
paulj48
31 Jan 161#24
Well my Pioneer AV amp along with most other makes have Airplay so isn't a restriction put in place by Apple, Apple Music is in Beta but iTunes Match is not.
neal
31 Jan 16#25
Apple may have different licensing agreements with Pioneer, ask them!
neal
31 Jan 16#26
Info
and the alternative if you must have sonos without airplay
paulj48
31 Jan 16#27
Think it's more of a case of stubernnes from Sonos making you use their app. Sony, Denon, Maranz, Yamaha, Onkyo and others all support AirPlay. I have just a single Play 3 in the house, if they'd support AirPlay I'd have Sonos in every room
Where; and why didn't you post it (or maybe you did and I missed it - if so sorry to you (and me for not picking it up!)).
paulj48
31 Jan 16#32
So an extra £80 spend on top of a premium priced item, no thanks and not much help as I've got a Play 5
welshrob101
31 Jan 16#33
Or you can run the google music app on the pc where your iTunes library is. It will upload all your music (20k tracks for free) and you can access them by signing in to google music in your Sonos app.
Fiendmish
31 Jan 16#34
Or use AirSonos https://github.com/stephen/airsonos to add AirPlay to any Sonos speaker. It's not the most simple to set up but works fine once running.
clogher
31 Jan 162#35
No mention of Chromecast Audio? Strange. :stuck_out_tongue:
jiggerouzo
31 Jan 161#37
I've had a Play 1 for a while and it's generally great, much better than I expected when I first tried it out. I remain in hope of them adding a way of playing Youtube through it and hopefully a way of playing the free Spotify.
paulj48
31 Jan 16#38
But that means leaving a server on 24/7
clintboon
31 Jan 16#39
Absolute rubbishy that lads seen one for £110
MiL0
31 Jan 16#41
I got 2 x Sonos Play 5's for £199 each recently (from a Sony shop that was doing a Sonos clearance)... it's possible they're not trolling... but unlikely.
Broadsands
31 Jan 16#42
Thanks - I do have a PC - so I can't stream straight from the iPod Touch? It has to come via the PC? In which case, I need to put iTunes on the PC (currently its on my laptop) and leave it switched on?
gabberandy
1 Feb 16#43
Overpriced trash. Heard it in curry's pcworld. Had to laugh. Not a patch on my av setup. :sunglasses:
PoolePirate to gabberandy
1 Feb 162#47
Yes because PC World is definitely the right place to judge the sound of audio equipment.
The Sonos gear sounds fantastic and this is from someone who has some pretty high end audio gear.
For anyone on the fence, the Play 1 really does sound good - even in mono, but obviously better in a stereo pair.
I have 3 dotted around the house and wouldn't be without them.
MJ10
1 Feb 16#44
They're discontinuing the 2Pack and reverting back to the single packs hence the reductions.
Really got to get one!!
MJ10
1 Feb 16#45
To add to the troll - I also got a Play1 for £119 from Littlewoods! My Play3 I actually won at an event!!
Fiendmish
1 Feb 16#46
Yes, but I have one running Plex anyway so wasn't an issue for me.
Edit: plus thinking about it, if your streaming music to a Sonos from a NAS or PC you'd need something running all the time anyway.
paulj48
1 Feb 16#48
My initial point I was making before all these 'hacks' to get something as simple and common as Airplay working was Sonos have the massive disadvantage of not supporting Airplay thus not allowing me and others to play music from their iTunes match library, no mention of streaming from a NAS or leaving a PLEX server running 24/7
Fiendmish
1 Feb 16#49
Use something else then :smiley:
paulj48
1 Feb 16#50
I do, if you'd have read my post I already have a Play 3 but unfortunately cant use it with Airplay so I use a Pioneer multizone system instead.
The point was why does this premium priced product not support Airplay when all other manufactures do? the reason is they stubbornly make you use their app only.
Hallsie
1 Feb 16#52
I got these at Christmas, one for each of my kids (7 and :sunglasses: as it fits perfectly in their rooms in terms of sound and flexibility (Spotify premium). They can play whatever they want, when they want and I haven't got loads of CD's lying around everywhere!! Good price :smiley:
mickclark
1 Feb 16#53
Thanks.
1st class speakers and support.
Love my Sonos set up and think I will buy these to add to it.
deany76
1 Feb 161#54
SONOS if fantastic. Only problem is it gets addictive!, you end up wanting a 'zone' in every room.
The play 1 is gorgeous and this is a great price for the stereo pair.
I use GPM for around £8.50 a month, I have uploaded all my music to their server.
Been with SONOS for about 6 years now started with one Play 5 and went from there.
You can 'airplay' if you have a SONOS with 3.5mm line in input and 'Airport Express' (Play 1 & 3 dont have line in factility unfortunately an oversite by SONOS).
JohnnyUtah to deany76
1 Feb 161#66
Not an oversite but simple marketing to ensure more money is spent on the "premium" features i.e. line in of the play 5.
If you dare not want to spend the extra for a play 5 and go with 2 x 1's the extra £250 is required for a Connect for a line in.
riskyb
1 Feb 16#55
Afaik they do now work with Apple Music. I'm sure that's how my father in law uses it. Hot price op. Heat added.
nyasham
1 Feb 16#56
Does a Sonos setup offer anything more than a Chromecast audio + speakers of your choice?
I'm asking as a genuine question. I know some people are passionate about these things, but I really just want to understand the functional difference
deany76 to nyasham
1 Feb 161#60
The Chromecast audio is if you already have a Hi-Fi system or line in on speaker and want to add convienient functionality of streaming from your android device.
I use iphone and the apps store gives a fairly poor review Chromecast by Google, Inc. https://appsto.re/gb/-WhLO.i
so I guess its aimed more for android users.
willpower
1 Feb 161#57
Connectivity may be okay but the sound quality isn't good enough for the price. I tried a set out in Currys and found that the bass was not warm and deep enough and the tops were not as crisp as I'd expect. To stream wirelessly from my bluetooth devices (phone, iPad etc.), I got a Karman Hardon wireless adaptor from Richer Sounds for £50. It plugs into the back of my existing hifi and lets me play tunes from my mobile via bluetooth through the awesome power and clarity of my old Technics amp and Tannoy speakers.
nyasham to willpower
1 Feb 161#59
This is what annoys me about Sonos. I'm sure their speakers are just fine, but I think it would be a waste to replace my dumb (but very good) speakers.
Unless if the Sonos speakers really blow my current setup out of the water, I would rather just put the wireless tech on my current speakers. I guess that's why the Chromecast audio exists now...
paulj48
1 Feb 16#58
That's you problem there, Bluetooth uses compression and a limited bandwidth and gives less that great audio quality.
deany76
1 Feb 16#61
The Sonos CONNECT - The Wireless Hi-Fi (formerly ZP90) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B001G7PLTQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_30ZRwbV62FH9M
would be what you would try, & amazon give you no quibble 28 day return. Fair bit more than the Chromecast but if you have a streaming subscription a strong unlimited (ideally) broadband connection, you will get better quality with this SONOS setup.
Tidal also do High Resolution.
cheers
paulj48
1 Feb 16#62
Trouble is when used with an digital optical link to your amplifier (as in the case with an AV amp) you'll find the audio will be out of sync with any other Sonos speakers on the same network.
MiL0
1 Feb 16#63
you can always use the analogue outputs.
paulj48
1 Feb 16#64
bit of a cop out don't you think when we're talking high quality audio, digital sources and a premium priced product. A sync option in the software should have been provided.
deany76
1 Feb 16#65
HI
You wouldn't need a 'digital optical link' with a Sonos CONNECT it does it all for you, unless you are referring to a TV setup (I'm not familiar with TV setups) and you can add zones as time goes by all in sync.
But like I say _music only_ I rarely watch TV so am referring to listening to music via SONOS not TV audio around the house, which I can't really see the point, maybe I'm misunderstanding you.
Cheers
ps
you do need a 'digital optical link' if connecting to apple TV line in to SONOS (and this is a bit flakey) better with airport express, music only.
OnlineLady
1 Feb 16#67
Really good speakers. At this price I would definitely advice those sitting on the fence to just go for it! The multi-room wireless controlling from any device becomes second nature after a day. It makes using other kinds of bluetooth & Wi-Fi speakers seem a bit archaic.
No one else has managed to confirm these are reduced even in the Glasgow store.
Ok, its a swan but you get the point.
paulj48
1 Feb 16#69
Think your misunderstanding what the Connect does. Its to add the 'Sonos' ecosystem to your existing amp/speakers. The major flaw is the digital link out of the Connect doesn't allow the sync to be controlled, yes you could use analogue out instead but come on if digital is available why not use it.
riskyb
1 Feb 16#70
Just called Glasgow and was told it sold out yesterday. Shame as I was hoping to pick one up this afternoon.
OnlineLady
1 Feb 16#71
One of the flaws of this ecosystem (I'm a big Sonos fan by the way) is that no other speaker can naturally come and play. It would be awesome if Sonos licensed this brilliant technology - that surprisingly works like a charm with Wi-F- when even the latest smartphones have hiccups. Imagine buying the latest Sony Hifi and having it work via the Sonos Contoller, etc. Granted Sonos would probably charge a hefty fee for the privilege.
riskyb
1 Feb 16#72
They did confirm it was reduced to £249 so the deal was legitimate, albeit very short lived.
paulj48
1 Feb 16#73
Another flaw I'd always wondered, what would happen if Sonos went out of business, would every speaker (apart from the ones with line-in) become unusable?
Whyte901
1 Feb 16#74
Great piece of kit, People tend to miss the main appeals: Multiroom and the fact it works (and ease of use).
Coming from the IT world I love to tinker, Look how well the MicroServer always do on HUKD, Make it into a HTPC/NAS/Media Server but does the other half or family use it... No because its too much faffing about/complex.
Sonos is literally as simple as download the app and start playing, I had set my first Play1 up with Google Play Music, TuneIn Radio and Amazon Music. My fiance while I was out downloaded the app connected to the Sonos and the music services then show to her (As they are registered on the device itself) I return home to her playing her own "playlist".
She usually wouldnt have a clue and since then weve added more as they genuinely get used and always work..
stuellis to Whyte901
1 Feb 16#77
The Sonos eco system is brilliant for wireless ability and simplicity but my big issue is the speakers themselves are mediocre sound quality. All the development seems to have gone into the wireless functionality but they then pair it with relatively poor speakers for the price range.
cava83 to Whyte901
1 Feb 16#103
And this is it. It needs to be wife friendly and this is it !
I love a beautiful sound, these don't produce that however, the usability is what sells it.
cava83 to Whyte901
1 Feb 16#104
And this is it. It needs to be wife friendly and this is it !
I love a beautiful sound, these don't produce that however, the usability is what sells it.
OnlineLady
1 Feb 16#75
Unlikely to happen for the foreseeable. However Sonos speakers do work without an internet connection, what I mean is they can be connected to a router which isn't established to on the internet (happened to me when the line went down). Music downloaded on devices plays with no issue in such scenarios.
paulj48
1 Feb 16#76
No company is infallible. Sonos speakers may work a short time without Internet connection (who knows if the phone home to verify) as long as you allready have the App, if the company did not exist th App would get removed from App stores. Also there would be no further development on the App and future iOS versions could render it useless.
delsaber
1 Feb 16#78
Good price. I love the SONOS range! Have a soundbar, sub, 3's and 5's and they are all fantastic.
Best part is that my wife can use them too!
OnlineLady
1 Feb 16#79
I was really referring to existing users. Android users of course could always download the App. But once it's off the Apple App Stores - that's it!
OnlineLady
1 Feb 16#80
I would have to absolutely disagree with you! Sonos speakers are some of the best in class for sound performance. In fact I think the user interface of the software is a bit ugly and is the weakest point. The wireless functionality is fantastic though.
paulj48
1 Feb 16#81
only as long as the current version works with the latest version of the Android OS, obviously Sonos are probably not going to cease trading but its something to think about if investing into such a closed system.
stuellis
1 Feb 16#82
From a wireless functionality I am yet to find another brand that can match the functionality, I had looked at Sonos as an option to upgrade my home and the demos I had the interface seemed leagues ahead of anything else on the market. You are welcome to your opinion regarding sound quality but to me the speakers underperform significantly compared to others, I'm not talking about volume or bass, I'm more interested in detailed sound throughout the whole range which I find lacking. I have even wondered if it's to do with the encoding Sonos use as it seems to apply to every speaker I have been shown in store, at events or at friends.
paulj48
1 Feb 16#83
My experience is people who compare the Sonos to other wireless speakers or cheap mainstream CD combi systems think they sound great whereas actually compared to a good set of speakers and a HiFi or decent Stereo amp they're just average at best.
rhinopaul
1 Feb 16#84
I think people should just stop comparing them to anything. They are good at what they do and are meant for . I too have an expensive audio system as well as the Sonos but the majority of time I use the Sonos for simplicity. I cant take my home audio into the kitchen or bathroom unless I wanted to wire in more expensive speakers.
I listen to my stuff whilst doing the dishes and the mrs can continue to listen to hers in the other parts of the house.
If Im on my own in the living room then I will use the audio system.
Everything has its own uses and benefits as they are completely different systems so why compare them.
OnlineLady
1 Feb 16#85
A good set of speakers could prove far more costly and would probably be wired too, it's all highly subjective of course. But on a like for like where wireless speakers vs wireless speakers are concerned. The Sonos offerings always float to the top.
Wired interfaces do still outperform, but wireless is so much more convenient to use and located around the house. I personally don't mind taking a smidgen of weaker sound performance in the ranges for the blissful ecosystem.
It sounds better than these pair of hi-tech baked bean tins. Do you know of a reasonably priced solution that allows for a higher quality sound to be streamed to existing hardware?
riskyb
1 Feb 16#87
Is there no way to expire a deal on mobile? This is not available and hasn't been all day, it sold out yesterday!
rhinopaul to riskyb
1 Feb 16#94
No, it needs to be reported to be expired.
paulj48
1 Feb 16#88
depends on what your existing hardware is
N1AK
1 Feb 16#89
Well played sir, well played!
blythyftm
1 Feb 16#90
Checked John Lewis in Newcastle about an hour and although they had the starter set it was still priced as £299 at the till
I use the digital output fed into a external Rega DAC, which then feeds analogue audio into my Naim amplifier. I've not noticed any sync issues, so maybe it's your amplifier which is introducing the delay.
clintboon
1 Feb 161#93
Does anyone know if or where there are Sonos 1 (single) for less than £150?
paulj48
1 Feb 16#95
All optical connections will induce some delay, not a problem unless your streaming the Connect in 1 zone and a Play in another zone and you can hear both.
lcf202
1 Feb 16#96
Why do people vote hot for this, when no one can not get it anywhere at this price....
rhinopaul to lcf202
1 Feb 16#98
Because they are sheeple. They dont read and just vote. Only the OP saw this deal, albeit a genuine deal it hasnt been available all day.
dc42
1 Feb 16#97
Own two play1's as a stereo pair and a play5 in a large kitchen/diner. They are brilliant and simple to use. Deezer package can always be had on the cheap, got it recently for £25 for the year.
If you want to ditch the CD etc player and get all modern then these fit the bill. As a stereo pair, the play1's are really excellent. Prefer them to the play5.
deany76
1 Feb 16#99
I like to think this would _never_ be a problem even if they folded and were not bought out. The speaker software would never be updated again but there are 3rd party SONOS apps that apple allow.
I use one to control SONOS called ZonePlay there are others I believe. So no speaker software update but future proof app updates, so no worries.
Cheers
jiggerouzo
1 Feb 16#100
I was a bit surprised this deal reached the 'heat' it did without it benefiting many people. For those people in Glasgow wanting the cheap individual ones, it might be worth checking out the shop still but it seems that the deal isn't nationwide unfortunately.
paulj48
1 Feb 16#101
Just had a look at Zoneplay, you can only use that App for your local/NAS files only and Tunein, no other music services at all so not really a replacement for the Sonos App.
deany76
1 Feb 16#102
sorry you are right I use ZonePlay on my watch, I thought it offered total functionality.
There is SonoPhone & SonoPad.
On SonoPhone under details - descriptions it mentions 'limitations'
"all music services except last.fm and amazon cloud music _are_ supported."
but no option to play from iPhone but the developer says 'yet' that implies he would implement this is SONOS went.
I guess because this is in place (by a developer not employed by SONOS) it could continue, ad infinitum
cheers
ps. I have heard the Santa Barbara company has had large backing from a big investor, and this is no doubt on going.
willpower
1 Feb 16#105
By reasonably priced I was thinking anything up to around 100 quid. However... the £279 device you've linked to has had me thinking about sliding my credit card out of my wallet. But I have willpower!
rhinopaul
1 Feb 16#106
Its £240 on Amazon but has been lower. I'm waiting for under £200 usually Amazon.de or fr.
gabberandy
1 Feb 16#107
Get over the fact they sound garbage, get a real HiFi and you'll notice the difference.
... Or my Karman Hardon which I already own which when I think about it sounds good enough for me.
Just
2 Feb 163#109
As usual a lot of people feel the need to bash these probably because they feel they need to as either they can't afford them or the fact a lot of people sing Sonos' praises irks them. A Play1 is not meant to be an amazing high end audio setup and won't rival even a modest separates setup. The Play5 and Connect ranges are designed for that comparison. A Play1 and to some extent Play3 are fit anywhere play anything devices for small rooms (especially a single Play1). A Play1 in the corner of a small kitchen for instance is an application not a pair trying to fill a large lounge. So those listening to these in the shops, please understand the range in full first! As an Av professional I advise people to always think of how Sonos units can be integrated into 'better' setups in rooms where it really matters but also how undeniably flexible some of the units can be where you need them to be. For instance I have a connect amp driving a pair of B&W ceiling speakers in my Kitchen because IMHO that gives the best convenience and quality in that type of room. I have another driving a pair of Bose Marine speakers outside, but I have a Play5 to use in other areas of the house where a shelf based speaker is ideal (guest room or study for instance).
dd1004
2 Feb 16#110
anyone able to find this online below £250 any more ? can't see it anywhere.
zermattbusby
2 Feb 16#112
spencerslide
2 Feb 16#113
None left
Listened to the Sonos 5 - wtf, outstanding
I have an Arcam 10 set up at home.
Dodge62
2 Feb 16#114
How do you go about setting up two Play 1s as a stereo pair? I've got one in my kitchen, and I'm tempted to add another.
rhinopaul to Dodge62
2 Feb 16#115
Settings in the app: Room settings then create stereo pair.
Dodge62
3 Feb 16#116
Thanks, found it now.
chris89
3 Feb 16#117
Went to John Lewis in Newcastle to ask about this, the lady found one set in the back but they were scanning through as £299.95, I've reserved them and they are going to try and price match Currys at £259.99 so we'll see, supposed to get a call back within 3 working days.
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Opening post
This double pack of Play:1 speakers seemed like the best deal although they had them for sale individually for £139 and the Play:5 (old version I think) for £349. These things don't usually drop in price much so work checking your local John Lewis if you're in the market for one (or two!).
Top comments
the real benefit of doing this is when multiple people use the speakers, all people using the Sonos app on your network can see what is currently being played and have access to each other's services
All comments (117)
If you can't wait just Google my username + hotukdeals and multi room audio and I'm sure you'll find it. The raspberry pi setup is a doddle now; don't let any old posts scare you of you aren't tech savvy.
We have a few of these around the house and they are great streaming from my wife's Spotify account and my Deezer and home collection on my Mac mini. We can control from her Android or my iPhone
the real benefit of doing this is when multiple people use the speakers, all people using the Sonos app on your network can see what is currently being played and have access to each other's services
£119 lowest ever which i got
http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/sonos-play-1-119-00-littlewoods-do-post-referrals-2073452?p=23587960
I suppose you can't please everyone!
Add Music Services
Example :
On this Mobile Device
Deezer
Spotify
Google Play Music
Radio by Tunein
etc
Choose a room to stream to, in my case :
Lounge (2 x Play 1s)
Conservatory (1 x Play 1)
Bedroom (1 x Play 3)
Or stream different music to different rooms at the same time
Plus can be controlled by any device in any room ie start music in the lounge, then stop it on another device in the bedroom
Fantastic bit of kit, two Play 1's in a medium size lounge sound amazing!
edit : sorry missed SpoonyBoy's comment #13 pretty much as he said...
and the alternative if you must have sonos without airplay
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The Sonos gear sounds fantastic and this is from someone who has some pretty high end audio gear.
For anyone on the fence, the Play 1 really does sound good - even in mono, but obviously better in a stereo pair.
I have 3 dotted around the house and wouldn't be without them.
Really got to get one!!
Edit: plus thinking about it, if your streaming music to a Sonos from a NAS or PC you'd need something running all the time anyway.
The point was why does this premium priced product not support Airplay when all other manufactures do? the reason is they stubbornly make you use their app only.
1st class speakers and support.
Love my Sonos set up and think I will buy these to add to it.
The play 1 is gorgeous and this is a great price for the stereo pair.
I use GPM for around £8.50 a month, I have uploaded all my music to their server.
Been with SONOS for about 6 years now started with one Play 5 and went from there.
You can 'airplay' if you have a SONOS with 3.5mm line in input and 'Airport Express' (Play 1 & 3 dont have line in factility unfortunately an oversite by SONOS).
If you dare not want to spend the extra for a play 5 and go with 2 x 1's the extra £250 is required for a Connect for a line in.
I'm asking as a genuine question. I know some people are passionate about these things, but I really just want to understand the functional difference
I use iphone and the apps store gives a fairly poor review Chromecast by Google, Inc.
https://appsto.re/gb/-WhLO.i
so I guess its aimed more for android users.
Unless if the Sonos speakers really blow my current setup out of the water, I would rather just put the wireless tech on my current speakers. I guess that's why the Chromecast audio exists now...
would be what you would try, & amazon give you no quibble 28 day return. Fair bit more than the Chromecast but if you have a streaming subscription a strong unlimited (ideally) broadband connection, you will get better quality with this SONOS setup.
Tidal also do High Resolution.
cheers
You wouldn't need a 'digital optical link' with a Sonos CONNECT it does it all for you, unless you are referring to a TV setup (I'm not familiar with TV setups) and you can add zones as time goes by all in sync.
But like I say _music only_ I rarely watch TV so am referring to listening to music via SONOS not TV audio around the house, which I can't really see the point, maybe I'm misunderstanding you.
Cheers
ps
you do need a 'digital optical link' if connecting to apple TV line in to SONOS (and this is a bit flakey) better with airport express, music only.
I couldn't find any other reviews other than this one specifically looking Sonos Play:1 multipack - also explains why the ecosystem is so different: http://www.slinkystudio.info/reviews/sonos-play1-speaker-review
Ok, its a swan but you get the point.
Coming from the IT world I love to tinker, Look how well the MicroServer always do on HUKD, Make it into a HTPC/NAS/Media Server but does the other half or family use it... No because its too much faffing about/complex.
Sonos is literally as simple as download the app and start playing, I had set my first Play1 up with Google Play Music, TuneIn Radio and Amazon Music. My fiance while I was out downloaded the app connected to the Sonos and the music services then show to her (As they are registered on the device itself) I return home to her playing her own "playlist".
She usually wouldnt have a clue and since then weve added more as they genuinely get used and always work..
I love a beautiful sound, these don't produce that however, the usability is what sells it.
I love a beautiful sound, these don't produce that however, the usability is what sells it.
Best part is that my wife can use them too!
I listen to my stuff whilst doing the dishes and the mrs can continue to listen to hers in the other parts of the house.
If Im on my own in the living room then I will use the audio system.
Everything has its own uses and benefits as they are completely different systems so why compare them.
Wired interfaces do still outperform, but wireless is so much more convenient to use and located around the house. I personally don't mind taking a smidgen of weaker sound performance in the ranges for the blissful ecosystem.
Look at the Play:1 Reviews:
http://www.slinkystudio.info/reviews/sonos-play1-speaker-review (Looks at the Play:1 Starter Pack which this thread is decimated too)
http://www.whathifi.com/sonos/play1/review
http://www.techradar.com/reviews/audio-visual/hi-fi-and-audio/hi-fi-and-av-speakers/sonos-play1-1189345/review
http://www.theguardian.com/technology/2013/oct/14/sonos-play-1-review
If you want to ditch the CD etc player and get all modern then these fit the bill. As a stereo pair, the play1's are really excellent. Prefer them to the play5.
I use one to control SONOS called ZonePlay there are others I believe. So no speaker software update but future proof app updates, so no worries.
Cheers
There is SonoPhone & SonoPad.
On SonoPhone under details - descriptions it mentions 'limitations'
"all music services except last.fm and amazon cloud music _are_ supported."
but no option to play from iPhone but the developer says 'yet' that implies he would implement this is SONOS went.
I guess because this is in place (by a developer not employed by SONOS) it could continue, ad infinitum
cheers
ps. I have heard the Santa Barbara company has had large backing from a big investor, and this is no doubt on going.
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Or this for £20
... Or my Karman Hardon which I already own which when I think about it sounds good enough for me.
Listened to the Sonos 5 - wtf, outstanding
I have an Arcam 10 set up at home.