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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

Sonos amplifiers are sleek and attractive enough to be placed on an open shelf or inside a cabinet. However, when we’re upgrading an existing system especially from older Bose systems, the amplifier location is often determined by where the current equipment is installed. Keeping the new Sonos amplifier in the same location allows us to reuse the existing speaker wiring, which simplifies installation and helps control costs. In many homes, older amplifiers are located in a ba

We’re often asked this during new Sonos installations. After we set up the Sonos app on the homeowner’s phone, the next question is usually: “My partner isn’t home.”“My kids are still at school.”“Will they be able to control the system from their phones?” The answer is a definite yes and it’s very easy to do. How to Add Sonos to Another Phone or Device Have the other person download the Sonos app  from the App Store or Google Play. When prompted to Create or Sign In to an Ex

The simple answer? Almost anywhere inside your home. And we emphasize the word inside , Sonos amplifiers must be installed in a dry, indoor location. Beyond that, there are only a couple of basic requirements: The amplifier must be able to connect to your Wi-Fi network. It needs access to a standard electrical outlet.   Upgrading from a Bose System? If you’re upgrading from a Bose system, we typically recommend placing the new Sonos amplifier in the same location as your exis

As more of our clients upgrade to Sonos , we want to be sure everyone is getting the most out of their system. Did you know that in addition to Sonos Radio, Sonos supports over 130 different music services? It’s a great opportunity to explore new music and discover services you may not have used before. Adding music services to the Sonos app is quick and easy and very similar to adding music stored on your computer, which we recently discussed.   How to Add a Music Service to

We’re often asked a version of this question, especially in homes with multiple Sonos zones: “If one person is listening to their favorite Pandora station in one room, can someone else listen to a different Pandora station in another room at the same time?”   The short answer is no—not with a single account.   Why This Happens Sonos (like most whole-home audio systems) treats each music service account as a single source. That means if you’re logged into Pandora with one acco

As we kick off the New Year, we’re hearing from a lot of clients who are new to Sonos  and want to explore everything their system can do especially when it comes to music streaming. One of the great strengths of Sonos is the huge number of music services it supports. Sonos currently works with over 130 music services , including popular options like Apple Music, Spotify, Pandora, SiriusXM , and many more. If you’d like to see the full list of supported services, you can find

This week’s question came from a client who said, “I love my Sonos system, but how do I make my own playlist in the Sonos app?” It’s a great question—because the Sonos app works a little differently than traditional music apps. Sonos doesn’t create playlists inside the app the way Spotify or Apple Music does. Instead, you can create what Sonos calls a Sonos Playlist, or you can play playlists that already exist in your streaming services. Here are the ways to build your own p

Many homeowners who start with a Sonos soundbar quickly ask how to expand their system into a full home theater. Sonos makes this easy,...

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If you’ve recently upgraded your Wi-Fi router or changed your network name or password, your Sonos system probably lost connection....

Keeping your Sonos system up to date is one of the easiest ways to ensure it continues running smoothly, securely, and with all the...

We get this question a lot from clients—especially those who’ve had their Sonos system for a few years and are comfortable with how...

This week, a client reached out asking why the volume on their patio speakers sounded lower when watching TV  compared to streaming music...

We often get calls from clients saying their Sonos system stopped working after setting up a new router. This is a common issue—and in...

This week, we received a call from a long-time client who had received an email from Sonos about recent improvements to the app. He asked...

Did you know that Sonos offers a trade-in program  for select older Sonos products? This program allows you to upgrade your audio setup...

Earlier this week, a client asked if upgrading to a Sonos Home Theater  meant they could get rid of their Bose Lifestyle console . The...

Last week, we encountered a unique request from a client who wanted to connect a microphone to their Sonos home entertainment system....

Recently, we published an article about connecting a turntable to a Sonos Arc Soundbar. At the time, we mentioned that due to input...