Sonos One SL - The Powerful Microphone-Free Speaker for Music and more, Black

Top value for money. Sound is just amazing.

I have other brands of "smart speakers", I am sure you know which ones I mean. Don't get me wrong they do the job and they play music but the sound is never great and it is not enjoyable to listen to. However, when you start using speakers from the Sonos line-up you will be truly blown away. How a speaker this size can produce such a quality sound response is amazing and I have been converted. I wouldn't consider my self a true audiophile, but I would say I know good quality sound and I like to have the best audio possible. I was using this Sonos One as a bedroom speaker at first, then I decided to add it to my Sonos living room setup to use as surrounds. Honestly, if you have not tried Sonos before you are missing out. Believe the hype, the speakers are as good as you think. I was a sceptic at one time with my old floorstanding speakers and amplifier.. now I have a Sonos Arc, sub gen 3 and 2 Sonos one's in my living room ! I think that tells you everything you need to know.

I bought two of these to add to the Beam soundbar attached to my TV. Technically this constitutes a 'surround' system for the TV, and for some that will matter, though I wanted it mostly for music listening. As a music setup it sounds excellent, with much wider stereo separation than you can get with the Beam, of course, and a much more substantial sound all the way from delicate treble on violins and flutes to solid bass (intro to 'Smoke on the water' was the first thing I played). An audiophile would probably say that a separates system gives slightly better sound quality, and maybe it would: but not having speaker cables everywhere, and having the benefit of using the Sonos system for TV playback as well as connection to Spotify (so my CD collection has long gone to the charity shop) is great. Sitting back with a good scotch and telling Alexa to fill my large lounge with something thunderous by Rachmaninov (or indeed Deep Purple) is a real treat. The speakers are tiny and reassuringly solid, and pack an impressive sonic punch for their size: and setting the system up is child's play using the phone app. Very pleased.

I got 4 in total and they were super easy to set up even with Sonos' flakey app! In fairness to Sonos they are trying to improve the user experience in the app. However, unless you live in the dark ages it's not difficult to understand or use.The speakers themselves sound amazing especially when paired in stereo. I then grouped mine so the same music plays throught my apartment and i love it! Everywhere i walk it's like being in a 5 star hotel where the music just follows you around.I looked around for ages before deciding to take the plunge with Sonos and i'm so glad i did, beautiful speakers, beautiful sound, easy to set up, i'm really pleased with them. I intend to get 2 more because they do actually sound alot better paired in stereo.Top Tip.If you don't like using the app, once you've set up your speakers Sonos still lets you download the PC app to control them and do everything you need to do with your music etc. You just can't use the PC app to set them up initially.

We joined the Sonos family at Christmas when we bought a beam for the TV and they play 5 to replace our old clapped-out amplifier and speakers. This most current purchase was to place in the kitchen after we had a bit of a move around and took our computer into a different room. As a consequence, we were left with an echo dot which soun Sounds less than perfect if you want to listen to music. We received this product today and had it set up within minutes. Others had said to me how the speakers packed a punch even on their own, but I was still amazed when we started to play music through it. The base is deep and subtle, It has a lovely midtone and crystal clear top end. Even one individual speaker completely fills the kitchen/dining room with sound and is a lovely addition. The size means it sits nicely on our worksurface without too much trouble and isn’t taking up vital appliance space. I’m really pleased and have no doubt I will be back to buy another at some point. Note, this model does not have Alexa built-in, but as we have an echo dot, we have configured the Alexa app, so that when we ask for music, it plays straight to the speaker with no wires necessary. Therefore, voice control is still at our fingertips when we need it

Sonos One SL is a fantastic speaker that delivers impressive audio quality, ease of use, and a sleek design. Its compact size, versatility, and compatibility with the Sonos ecosystem make it a great choice for music enthusiasts, smart home users, and anyone looking to elevate their audio experience. While the absence of Bluetooth connectivity may be a minor drawback for some, the overall performance and features of the Sonos One SL make it a highly recommended addition to any home audio setup.One aspect that could be improved is the lack of Bluetooth connectivity. The Sonos One SL relies solely on Wi-Fi streaming, which means you need a stable internet connection to use it. While the Sonos ecosystem and streaming capabilities are excellent, having Bluetooth connectivity as an alternative option would offer more flexibility, especially for users who prefer direct device pairing.

Great sound with a decent volume, but when you pair it up with another one, they are really great, then paired up with a sub mini, and it’s better than the wife’s £1000 music system. Since buying, I have invested in a whole house system much to my wife’s dismay, but WOW what a sound system it is

The speaker is well made. However instructions in Sonos app difficult to follow for Alexa setup without resorting to ipad to control music and volume