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Former Bose system owners often ask if they can connect external devices to a Sonos system. The short answer is yes but it works differently than a traditional Bose Lifestyle system. Unlike Bose, Sonos does not use a central console or receiver. Instead, each Sonos component connects independently, and how you add devices depends on the type of source. For video devices such as a Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, cable/satellite box, or DVD player, these connect directly to your TV. T

As we get closer to the end of the Bose SoundTouch app, many of our clients are asking what parts of their existing system can still be used. Last week we covered older Bose amplifiers. This week, we’re focusing on Bose speakers and whether they can work with newer systems like Sonos. The good news:In most cases, yes , your existing Bose in-ceiling and outdoor speakers can be reused. A simple rule of thumb is this:If your Bose system was installed after 2005 , there’s a

Yes. The Bose SA-1, SA-2, and SA-3 amplifiers will continue to function normally. These older Bose amplifiers are not streaming amplifiers and do not rely on the SoundTouch platform. They are designed to power speakers and play audio from sources connected to your Bose Lifestyle console. What this means: Your amplifiers will still power your speakers as they do today These amplifiers only work with older Bose systems that use BoseLink Important Notes: Bose sold these a

With the SoundTouch app shutting down on February 18, 2026, many clients are asking why some Bose amplifiers will continue to work after that date, while others will not. The reason comes down to how the amplifiers were designed and whether they rely on Wi-Fi and the SoundTouch platform. Older Bose Amplifiers: SA-1, SA-2, SA-3 — These WILL Still Work The SA-1, SA-2, and SA-3 are hardwired analog amplifiers that do not depend on Wi-Fi or the SoundTouch platform. • They co

As expected, many of our readers have reached out following our recent email about the end of the Bose SoundTouch music streaming platform . The most common reactions were, “They can’t do this!” — followed closely by the universal question: “What’s going to happen to my Bose SoundTouch products on February 18, 2026, and what are my options?” Here’s the short answer: On February 18, 2026 , Bose will no longer operate the SoundTouch platform . This applies to all SoundTouch-ena

This week, a client called asking if they could expand their existing Bose SoundTouch system after adding onto their home....

As more homeowners upgrade to Sonos, one of the most common questions we hear is: “What should I do with my old Bose Lifestyle system?”...

We hear this one a lot lately—and it’s no surprise. Bose stopped making their popular Lifestyle systems nearly 10 years ago, and as these...

To replace a Bose Lifestyle home theater setup, the average cost for a top-of-the-line Sonos system, including installation and...

During a recent in-home consultation, we encountered multiple Bose in-wall volume controls installed as part of an older Bose Lifestyle...

Many clients wonder if it's possible to add new music services like Audacy, SoundCloud, or Audible to their Bose SoundTouch app....

As more people look into upgrading their Bose Lifestyle systems, those with music zones often discover significant differences among Bose...

After discussing different troubleshooting methods for older Bose Lifestyle systems, some clients asked whether the same approaches apply...

As Bose Lifestyle systems continue to age, we've noticed an increase in service calls. This week, we had two calls about Lifestyle...

This week, we heard from a longtime client for whom we've completed several projects over the years. He was experiencing an issue where...

We recently received a call from a client with a question we hadn’t encountered in quite some time. The client owned an older Bose...

A client with an older Bose Lifestyle system that included Bose stored music contacted us this week. Unfortunately, their hard drive had...

This week, we spoke with a client who had purchased a new TV but couldn't hear the sound from the streaming video apps built into his new...

During the week, we received a call from someone who had multiple older Bose 3-room amplifiers, Model 102EA, a popular model from the...

Our clients often call with the issue of their Bose Soundtouch device not working with the Bose app. Although this could be a sign of a...