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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

As more of our clients upgrade their Bose home music systems , one of the most common questions we hear is whether their existing Bose Lifestyle system  can still be used—or even upgraded. The answer isn’t a simple yes or no. How a Bose Lifestyle System Can Work with Sonos In many cases, a Bose Lifestyle system can be integrated into a new Sonos whole-home audio system  by adding a Sonos Port . When a Port is added, the system remains a Bose Lifestyle system, but it gains a n

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 called out to homes where clients say, “My internet is fast, but my Wi-Fi isn’t reliable.” That’s an important distinction because Wi-Fi performance is affected by much more than just your internet speed. Here are some of the most common factors that can impact how well your Wi-Fi network performs throughout your home:   1. Distance from the Router The farther you are from your router, the weaker the Wi-Fi signal becomes. Speeds are always strongest close to the r

As more clients move from older Bose systems to Sonos , one of the most common questions we hear is whether Sonos can play music that’s already stored on a computer or external hard drive . The good news is yes—it can , and the setup is usually straightforward. Many clients are able to do this on their own, or with a quick virtual service call if they need help. How to Add Music from Your Computer to the Sonos App Open the Sonos app  and go to Settings  (tap the gear icon in

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

When we’re upgrading someone to a new Sonos system , one of the first questions we always ask is: “How is your internet service?” The most common answer we hear is, “It’s great—we have the top service.” Unfortunately, when we actually test the internet speed, we sometimes find that it’s much slower than what the client is paying for . The good news? It’s very easy to check your internet speed yourself. How to Check Your Internet Speed On your phone, open a browser and Google

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

The answer is a two-part “yes and no.” Part 1  – Yes, You Can Stream Music Through Your Lifestyle System Connecting a Sonos Port to your Bose Lifestyle system will let you stream music from the Sonos app through your Lifestyle system just like any other input (such as a CD player or cable box).You’ll enjoy access to Sonos’s easy-to-use app, dozens of streaming services, and modern wireless control — all while using your existing Lifestyle speakers. Part 2  – No, You Can’t Str

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The Sonos Port  is a network audio streamer designed to bring the power of Sonos to your existing stereo or AV receiver. Whether you're...