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With Bose Soundtouch Expansion products discontinued, here are some music zone options for those upgrading their Bose Lifestyle systems.
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Can I Add to My Old Bose SoundTouch System?
This week, a client called asking if they could expand their existing Bose SoundTouch system after adding onto their home....
Craig Whitaker
Sep 23, 20251 min read
Can I Use Sonos Era 300 Speakers as Surrounds?
The short answer— yes, and they sound amazing. The Sonos Era 300 is one of the most versatile speakers Sonos has ever released. With...
Craig Whitaker
Sep 16, 20252 min read
What Can I Do with My Old Bose Lifestyle System?
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?”...
Craig Whitaker
Sep 7, 20251 min read
Bose SoundTouch Grayed Out?
If you’ve opened your Bose SoundTouch app and noticed one of your speakers or amps is “grayed out,” it usually means the device has lost...
Craig Whitaker
Sep 2, 20252 min read
Can Rear Speakers Be Added to My New Sonos Soundbar?
Many homeowners who start with a Sonos soundbar quickly ask how to expand their system into a full home theater. Sonos makes this easy,...
Craig Whitaker
Aug 24, 20252 min read
Can I Move My Sonos System to a New Home?
Getting ready for a Sonos installation is simple, but a little preparation can make your appointment go smoothly and help ensure...
Craig Whitaker
Aug 17, 20252 min read
Can I Move My Sonos System to a New Home?
Absolutely! With a little planning, you can take your Sonos system from one home to another without losing your music services,...
Craig Whitaker
Aug 11, 20252 min read


Why Is There No Sound Coming from My 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...
Craig Whitaker
Aug 3, 20252 min read
New Router, Sonos System Stopped
If you’ve recently upgraded your Wi-Fi router or changed your network name or password, your Sonos system probably lost connection....
Craig Whitaker
Jul 31, 20251 min read
Can I Set the Sonos App to Update Automatically?
Keeping your Sonos system up to date is one of the easiest ways to ensure it continues running smoothly, securely, and with all the...
Craig Whitaker
Jul 20, 20251 min read
Why Do I Need to Do the Sonos App Updates?
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...
Craig Whitaker
Jul 13, 20251 min read
How Much Does It Cost to Upgrade My Old Bose System to Sonos?
To replace a Bose Lifestyle home theater setup, the average cost for a top-of-the-line Sonos system, including installation and...
Craig Whitaker
Jul 4, 20251 min read
Why Does the Volume Change Between Different Audio Sources?
This week, a client reached out asking why the volume on their patio speakers sounded lower when watching TV compared to streaming music...
Craig Whitaker
Jun 29, 20251 min read
Can My Bose Volume Controls Be Used with 3rd Party Amplifiers?
During a recent in-home consultation, we encountered multiple Bose in-wall volume controls installed as part of an older Bose Lifestyle...
Craig Whitaker
Jun 22, 20251 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
Why Are My Sonos Home Theater Rear Speakers Playing at a Low Volume?
If your Sonos surround (rear) speakers are playing at a low level, there are a few common reasons—most often, the surround volume simply...
Craig Whitaker
Jun 2, 20251 min read
Sonos Roam 2 vs. Move 2: Which Portable Speaker Is Right for You?
As summer heats up, there’s no better time to take your music outdoors—whether it's to the beach, the pool, or a picnic in the park....
Craig Whitaker
May 26, 20251 min read
What Is the Sonos Port and How Does It Work with a Bose Lifestyle system?
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...
Craig Whitaker
May 18, 20251 min read
Differences Between Bluetooth and AirPlay
When it comes to streaming music wirelessly, Bluetooth and Apple AirPlay are two popular technologies—but they work very differently....
Craig Whitaker
May 11, 20251 min read
Sonos Won't Work on My New
As more clients upgrade to new phones, we often get asked how their Sonos system will work with the new device. In most cases, the Sonos...
Craig Whitaker
May 4, 20251 min read
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