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What Is the New Sonos Beam Ultra?
Sonos has just announced the newest member of its soundbar family—the Sonos Beam Ultra. Designed as a compact, mid-size soundbar, the Beam Ultra features nine custom speaker drivers, including two dedicated up-firing drivers, to deliver true 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos surround sound. It is an excellent option for customers who want an immersive home theater experience but don't need the larger Sonos Arc Ultra. The Beam Ultra is designed for TVs up to 65 inches and connects to your TV
Craig Whitaker
5 days ago1 min read
What Are the Differences Between the Sonos Beam and the Sonos Arc Ultra?
One of the most common questions we hear during our in-home consultations is, "Should I choose the Sonos Beam or the Sonos Arc Ultra?" The answer depends on where the soundbar will be used. The Sonos Arc Ultra is Sonos' flagship soundbar and is our top recommendation for your primary TV viewing room or home theater. It delivers a larger, more immersive soundstage with greater clarity, deeper bass, and enhanced Dolby Atmos performance. The Sonos Beam, on the other hand, is an
Craig Whitaker
Aug 192 min read
Do Sonos Soundbars Have a Remote?
No. Sonos soundbars do not include or require a separate remote control. In fact, one of the benefits of Sonos is reducing the number of remotes you need to manage. During setup, your Sonos soundbar can be programmed to turn on automatically when you turn on your TV. The volume can then be controlled using your existing TV remote or cable/satellite remote. In most cases, whatever is playing on your TV will automatically play through the Sonos soundbar. When it comes to music,
Craig Whitaker
Jun 171 min read
No Sound or Video? TV, Soundbar, or Cable Box Not Working?
Earlier this week, we received a call from a client who lost both sound and video after a thunderstorm. They weren’t sure which...
Craig Whitaker
Jun 9, 20252 min read
Choosing the Right Outdoor TV
Outdoor living spaces are becoming an essential part of the home, and adding an outdoor TV is a great way to bring high-quality...
Craig Whitaker
Mar 9, 20252 min read
How Do I know if I'm Getting Dolby Atmos on My Sonos System?
Dolby Atmos delivers an immersive audio experience, but it depends on two key factors: the source material and your TV’s ability to pass...
Craig Whitaker
Jan 20, 20251 min read
Do You Need an HDMI eARC for the Sonos Arc Ultra?
If you're considering purchasing the new Sonos Arc Ultra, one of the most common questions is: Does my TV need an HDMI eARC connection to...
Craig Whitaker
Jan 5, 20251 min read
Why Can't I Hear the Vocals on My TV
We often hear from clients who struggle to clearly hear vocals while watching TV. Many resort to raising the volume, which can annoy...
Craig Whitaker
Nov 17, 20241 min read
Comparing Sonos Soundbars
Sonos offers three main soundbars with distinct audio capabilities: Ray, Beam (Gen 2), and Arc Ultra. Here’s a quick guide to help you...
Craig Whitaker
Nov 2, 20241 min read
Introducing Sonos Headphones
A few weeks back, Sonos unveiled their latest addition to their lineup, the Ace headphones. Since their debut, our clients have been...
Craig Whitaker
Jun 6, 20241 min read
Can My Sonos Arc Soundbar Be Used Outdoors
With Spring just around the corner, questions arise regarding the suitability of the Sonos Arc Soundbar for outdoor use. The answer is a...
Craig Whitaker
Feb 19, 20241 min read
What Cables Should be Run for My TV During Construction?
Often during construction, not all the cables for the TV are installed. Remember, when planning, try and anticipate not just your current...
Craig Whitaker
Feb 11, 20242 min read
What is the Difference between a Sonos Sub and a Sonos Mini
The Sonos Mini and the Sonos Sub are designed for different room sizes and acoustic needs, offering distinct advantages based on their...
Craig Whitaker
Dec 26, 20231 min read
Can I Use a Sonos Soundbar with My Projector?
This week, we conducted an interesting in-home consultation where our client expressed an interest in pairing a Sonos Arc with their...
Craig Whitaker
Sep 27, 20231 min read
How Many Speakers Are in a Sonos Arc Soundbar
The Arc has eight (8) elliptical woofers and three (3) silk-dome tweeters powered by eleven (11) Class-D Digital Amplifiers. The eleven...
Craig Whitaker
Aug 12, 20231 min read
Can I Build My Sonos Home Theater Systems in Stages?
As an increasing number of our clients opt to replace their Bose Lifestyle systems for various reasons, the cost of investment is always...
Craig Whitaker
Jul 2, 20231 min read
Why is Whitaker Brothers South Now Offering Sonos Systems
Clients have asked why we are now offering Sonos systems instead of Bose systems. The main reasons are reliability and product selection....
Craig Whitaker
Feb 13, 20231 min read
Can I Pair My Phone to Multiple Devices?
A client called this week frustrated trying to Pair (connect) his phone to two (2) different devices, his TV Soundbar and wireless...
Craig Whitaker
Sep 26, 20221 min read
How Can I Add Rear Speakers to My Sonos Soundbar?
For those looking to add rear speakers to their Sonos Soundbar to create a full Home Theater Surround Sound system, there are 2 options....
Craig Whitaker
Jul 16, 20221 min read
What is the difference between an ARC HDMI and an e ARC HDMI input?
As our clients are now benefitting from ARC HDMI connections, along comes e ARC. As a quick refresher, ARC is the acronym for Audio...
Craig Whitaker
Jun 21, 20221 min read
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