“I am trying to decide between the 6.1 or 8.1? Other than 2 additional speakers and 2 amps and a 10" sub, which I understand are significant differences but is there a significant sound difference? Also can the 6.1 handle adding more speakers to it if need”
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Hi, Thank you for your question. We do not recommend adding any additional speakers to the MAG6.1 system. The included (6) satellite speakers and (1) subwoofer is the maximum number of speakers you should connect to the Sonos amp. Adding more speakers may result in an unacceptable load which could damage the Sonos amp. If you need the additional speakers to cover the area, then I would recommend purchasing the Sonance Garden Series 8.1 system w/ amplifier. The Garden Series system will give you better performance since the satellites feature a 2-way satellite speaker design, and the subwoofer is a 10" sub versus the 8" subwoofer in the MAG6.1 system. Additionally, the amplifier included with the Garden Series package can power a total of (16) SGS satellite speakers and (2) SGS subwoofers giving you more system design flexibility. I hope you found this information helpful. If you have other questions, please call our California-based support team at 949-492-7777 and ask for Tech Support. We are available Monday - Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM PST. We'd love to help you out. - Sonance Customer Support Team
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I believe 6 to 8 is just based on the coverage you need. I have the 6 and wish I had 7. I have a very long patio. 8 Would be the perfect coverage for me. In my case I can just relocate one speaker. I didn't see any option to add a speaker. (checked) So be sure is it coverage or sound. The 6 sounds awesome. Its preference now, to wish for 1 or 2 more speakers. In my case.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Need to be careful about how we talk about this. Although this is being sold as 6,1. It is six speakers, not six channels. It is still just two channels. Left and right. With that said, since there are only two channels, your quality of sound is not going to change. The two speakers will increase the scope, or reach of the sound. So, if you are in a larger area, you may find value in the two additional speakers. The other thing to keep in mind with this system is that the shape of the speakers lends itself to sound flowing in a directional pattern so you can control the sound pretty well. Hope this helps
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