Customer Ratings & Reviews

Purchased this combo in Nov. 2018 and finally set it up in July 2019, and have been having problems ever since with home Wi-Fi connection issues. Just last week it just died again after spending hours setting it up one month ago, REALLY????? Oh, btw, SONOS offered 30% trade-up to the advanced model for this old machine knowing that this old machine has connection issues, really? How can you rip customers off over and over again by releasing immature products hoping to get feedback so that they can fix THEIR own problems??? Unacceptable lousy product!!!!! This will be my LAST SONOS product, NO MORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This was my first experience with a Sonos product and I was pleasantly surprised. I had heard good things and everything I had heard was accurate. First, I couldn't set up this system outside because we currently have 100 degree weather in Texas. So instead I set it up indoors to test it out before I move it to the back porch in the fall. The sound quality was phenomenal. You have the option to add a sub-woofer but I don't feel you need one. The audio is crisp, clear, and has plenty of bass for my needs. If you do plan to use this system outdoors as intended, make sure to use speaker wire that can handle the elements. You never want to have to run wire twice. I had to use my wife's phone in order to set up the system and use the audio keypad. For some reason Android phones are not supported despite them being a more popular OS than iOS. This is very odd. Overall, this is a great system that is worth the cost if you can get it on sale. It's a little pricey so I'm removing one star for that. But from what I've seen out there, you won't be able to find a better sound system with the amount of features and durability that this system has.

The days of needing a huge boom box in your backyard for parties and get togethers are over. Thanks to sound systems like this you can get amazing sound in your backyard and no longer need to buy 16 triple D batteries for a few hours of listening. All kidding aside the Sonos & Sonance is an amazing system. In the box you get the 2 Sonance speakers, a 110w amp, the xPress audio pad, power cord, and manual. Set up was pretty simple with the exception of the remote. It requires the app to set up, and that app is iOS only at the moment. We dont do Apple here in my house, so hopefully they will release an Android version of the app soon. Other than that setting up the main unit and connecting to the network was pretty simple. The speakers are very sturdy and waterproof. They will last a very long time with how well made they are. The main unit is also sturdy and well made. The layout is very simple and easy to use. Sound wise... wow. Much more than expected. Very crisp and clear highs, mids, etc. Might need a subwoofer if you like that real low bass, but not needed in my opinion. The speakers have plenty of punch and sound great. Overall this is an amazing, easy to use, awesome sounding system. With one flaw I hope they eventually fix. And that is Android support. In the past it would have made a little more sense to be iOS only, but with how popular Android is now all systems that have associated apps should have support for both. Other than that the Sonos and Sonance streaming audio bundle is a great option for anyone wanting amazing outdoor sound without having to buy 16 triple D batteries for that old boombox. I use to have one of those huge carry on your shoulder ones, and remember how often and expensive it was to get new batteries. And this was way before rechargeable batteries ;-). Its been awhile since we had a backyard party. Now with this impressive sound system Im hoping to change that. Looking forward to backyard barbeques again.

I was really excited after setting this up to see what the whole deal was about with the Sonos audio system... I like the fact that the Sonos amp enables any wired speaker to become a wifi speaker setup. Streaming music with Spotify never has been easier with the Sonos system. While I do like the amp, the Sonance speakers were above average. Don't get me wrong, they sound great. I just wish there were a little more bass to them. Adding a sub woofer to the setup solved it, but at that price point, you'll expect it to have a greater bass to the speakers. I know what you're thinking, these were made to be outdoors though. But when I have this setup for outdoor projector and music listening usage, I guess I want more bass added to the excellent treble it already has. Overall, it is very pricey, but the amp itself is almost as much as this setup making it worth the price tag. If you're a fan of Sonos, this is worth the addition. Thanks.

INITIAL IMPRESSIONS, UNBOXING, SETUP & CONFIGURATION: Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much. I mean, I’ve heard a lot ‘about’ Sonos, and I know a little about Sonance, but I never expected what I heard. Moving on, the packaging was, to say the least, considerably larger than I had expected, and that was due (as I’d find out only after opening the multiple boxes (will explain in a bit)) to the fact that the Sonance speakers were quite a bit larger than I’d expected. Upon opening the primary packaging, you are greeted with four boxes inside the “big box”, namely the CONNECT:AMP in one box, the iPort xPRESS in another box, and each of the speakers (as well as their brackets, installation hardware, etc) inside two other boxes. On one hand, I sorta-kinda understand the “idea” behind packaging everything this way – as this system is a Best Buy/Magnolia “exclusive”, they probably wanted each component remaining in its usual (ie. retail) packaging, thus allowing them to use as minimal styrofoam as possible (there are only three “pieces” of Styrofoam…one placed between the two speakers, “cradling” the amp & iPort xPRESS boxes, and two more inside the amp box. On the other hand, I would have preferred a more “environmentally-friendly” packaging. Seeing how Sonance used molded cardboard inside each of their speaker’s boxes, a similar approach could have been used for the entire packaging. Considering this is meant as a “bundle”, inside the primary packaging, everything could have been held in place by similar molded cardboard. Ok, enough complaining about the NON-environmentally friendly packaging…time for the “important” stuff. SOUND QUALITY: The title of my review truly does say it all…this system sounds INCREDIBLE. I was, literally, amazed. I won’t be able to say much about the functionality of the CONNECT:AMP, as I am still just scratching the surface of its capabilities, but, from quickly perusing through the Sonos Connect app, I can easily see that its streaming capabilities are WAY beyond what I could have possibly imagined. As of right now, I’m only streaming via iHeart Radio. While I do have an incredibly large music collection (over 12,000+ songs, all at 256-320kbps), their only “network accessible” form is through the WB MyCloud connected to my router. I am in the process of replacing the MyCloud with a proper NAS, which will also increase capacity from 4TB, to 12TB (using four 4TB drives in a RAID5 configuration), which will be accessible from the CONNECT:AMP. Not that I have configured this…yet…but the CONNECT:AMP can also be used as the “brain” for multi-room, multiple-source audio, by adding additional Sonos speakers in other rooms, and (through the smartphone app) linking them to the CONNECT:AMP. It may be a little while before I start going this route, but…eventually…this is a strong possibility. For right now, I’ll just enjoy the single-source sound coming through the Sonance MAG06 speakers…and, speaking of those………. As for the Sonance MAG06 speakers (essentially, the same as Sonance’s Mariner 66 speakers), they are extremely high quality, producing amazing sound. I realize these are waterproof, and intended to be installed outside, but, for now (meaning, until we move into a house with a backyard & patio), they are installed in the master bedroom, on the wall behind the bed’s headboard, high above each nightstand. While I considered installing them on the opposite wall, facing the bed, I figured, by reflecting the sound off the wall in front of the bed, as well as having some sound “spill over” to the side walls, I could enlarge the soundstage somewhat. It doesn’t matter whether I’m playing Christian music from K-Love, or classic rock from The Bone…either sounds fantastic. ADDITIONAL THOUGHTS: There is one “down side” to the package…not that it’s an actual “down side”, but, for anyone without an iOS device, this is directed at you. The iPort xPRESS Audio Keypad included needs to be paired with the CONNECT:AMP, exactly as one might expect. Unfortunately, this is NOT done through the Sonos app, as one might expect. No…iPort requires you to use their own app in pairing to the CONNECT:AMP, and, even worse, they have decided to ONLY create an iOS version of the app. In a time where both Android AND iOS are extremely popular mobile OSes, and when companies, such as Sonos, are intelligent to realize this, and crate apps for BOTH mobile OSes, WHY is there ONLY an iOS version of the xPRESS app??? Sonos openly welcomes BOTYH mobile OSes, so one would think that, being a Sonos accessory, and NOT an Apple accessory, that there would be an app version for Android. As such, I was not able to test/review the xPRESS Audio Keyboard (and this WILL be reflected in my rating). It seems ludicrous to include a $100 accessory in a bundle, when said accessory can ONLY be used if you own a mobile Apple device. FINAL VERDICT: Overall, the Sonos/Sonance Outdoor Streaming Music System is incredible (at least a 9 out of 10), and I would recommend it to anyone, ESPECIALLY if your looking to get high-quality music outdoors. Depending on the gauge wire you use to connect the speakers to the amp, you can place the speakers up to 650ft…YES, I said 650 feet…from the amp. The Sonos CONNECT:AMP is top notch, as are the Sonance speakers. Based on this, alone, I would have given this a 5-star rating. Unfortunately, there’s a rock in the heel of this bundle, and that’s in the form of the included iPort xPRESS keypad. While the Sonos amp can be controlled through iOS or Android apps, setup/configuration of the xPRESS keypad REQUIRES an iOS device. If you are a fan of Apple products, then great, as your getting an excellent system, and saving some money at the same time. However…and this is a BIG “however”, if you’re an Android user (this also applies to those who are still using older cell phones, and without tablets), then you end up with a completely useless accessory, PLUS you will have WASTED money, as you will have spent more on the bundle (based on the regular $1200 price) than you would have had you purchased the CONNECT:AMP & speakers separately (of course, anytime this bundle is on sale for anything less than $900, by all means, brag it QUICK, as it’s a steal-of-a-deal). I would have GLADLY given this bundle a 5-star rating, had it not been for this one major “hiccup”. The truth is, if your going to include a wireless keypad accessory, make CERTAIN it can either be paired by using the product’s native app (in this case, Sonos Connect)…or, if requiring its own app, that said app is available on ALL major platforms. Since this is a Magnolia/Best Buy exclusive, one would think Best Buy would have been smart enough to understand this, ESPECIALLY when Android devices outnumber iOS devices by a considerable margin. The overall bundle is wonderful, but it’s marred by the inclusion of an iOS-only accessory, thus the reason for my “lowered” 4-star rating. Disclaimer: This product was provided free, or at reduced cost, for the purpose of reviewing the product. Nevertheless, the above review, be it positive, negative, or anywhere in-between, is a 100% honest review, and the price paid played absolutely no part in my review.

If you have been looking for a great speaker system for your outdoor entertainment needs this is a great one to go with. Because I’m sure there will be plenty of detailed technical reviews on this I’ll be as simple as possible. The clarity of this system is amazing. Far better than any portable Bluetooth speaker you may be using for your outdoor needs. Simple to setup and use. The app is amazing IF you have an iOS device. For those without one may find this to be the only negative. Simply put...this is definitely worth checking out.

This Sonos & Sonance outdoor bundle is a pretty nifty outdoor system. There are two Sonance wired Mag 06 outdoor speakers, a Sonos Connect Amp and an iPort xPress remote keypad controller. You need an iOS device to set up the keypad controller. The Connect Amp is very nice for most music. The streaming integration is terrific and, as expected, very well done. I mostly use Spotify, and allowing Spotify to stream with the Sonos system was very easy to set up. It works great if you don't already have a strong receiver. If you have a good receiver already, then the Sonos Connect might be a more sensible option. The Sonance speakers are pretty big. I had anticipated them being at least a little bit smaller, even after seeing other folks say they were pretty big. They're not ridiculously large or anything like that, but they do have some heft to them. Sound is good but not quite great. The speakers have a pleasing warm sound, but are not as clear as premium speakers. However, they have sufficent power to make your backyard a fun musical playground. The speakers are, of course, weatherproof. They mount neatly on standard boxes and have a really nice, heavy-duty mounting brace. The one thing you'll need that is not included is speaker wire. Fortunately, I had some quality speaker wire on hand and was able to dive in without a run to the store. All-in-all, I'm quite pleased.

This set of outdoor speakers is a part of a complete system that you can/should acquire to have it running at its full blast. As for now, the speakers are not completely installed (as planned) as I am gathering more components to finalize the installation. To mention here one important thing! This is an outdoor sound system. It would work indoor but the sound quality is way different when moving it outdoor. Maybe it has something to do with the design and the intention of use. Packaging is good. Looks like you can buy extra of these speakers separately. Sonos setup didn't go well using my Android phone so I started looking for solution online and then borrowed an Iphone (as suggested) and problem solved. iOS is needed only for installation process so only once. It is not bad overall. It is mostly for the xPRESS keypad setup... Not a big deal I believe. As mentioned before, sound quality is perfect. Sounds better outdoor than indoor. Helps create a cozy environment to better enjoy outdoor activities. In my final installation, speakers will be well in a dry place under a shade but Houston humidity makes it really important to have all that protection as other (not well built) speakers won't last for long in such conditions.

This is really a package of 3 separate items in 1 box. Upon removing all the items from the packaging(hardest part). The setup was really straight forward. Although speaker wire was not included(star drop). The amp and speakers use different AWG wiring. I ended up using 12AWG wire for my setup. Hookup is extremely straightforward. Basically +/- for each speaker(they both have their own terminals for Stereo) and power cord. You do have RCA if you want to use an external source. There are also 2 ethernet ports. There is a an RCA input if we want. But I utilized Amazon Music and Spotify Premium. This supports most major streaming services. Everything is conveniently controlled via your phone/ipad/etc but the express keypad works well when the kids want to use it. The Amp provides plenty of power for the outdoor speakers. You won't find much else in a small package that can deliver this performance. I do think the original MSRP is a bit high, but at time of writing the current price makes this an good choice. Reduced rating down to 4 for small things. 1=no speaker wire included. 2. A wall mount would be nice to be included. Finding a place to set this was difficult. I purchased a wall mount for mine. 3. was a little confused with the dual ethernet ports. This is for situations where you want to link Connect:AMps for whole home audio!!

Until now, I've been using a set of outdoor 'rock' speakers in the flower beds flanking our patio. I've never been thrilled with the sound, particularly in that I would have to turn the volume up much more loudly outside than inside, creating a distinct imbalance when using both zones of my entertainment center. Enter the Sonos and Sonance kit. The sound quality is miles and miles better than what my previous setup offered. The speakers are installed under the eave of my house and the white color blends nicely with the white trim of my house. I was a little disappointed to discover that no speaker wire was included, but this was not a deal breaker, and it would have likely not been enough given the proximity of my system. Setup was easy and straightforward for a tech-savvy person such as myself. I look forward to sitting on the patio in the fall and listening to music and football games. This was my first Sonos product, but I can say that it likely won't be my last!

I have been eyeballing some outdoor speakers for some time now and when the opportunity came along to give the Sonos/Sonance combo a shot I jumped. Unpacking the box revealed a well packed pair of Sonance speakers (individually boxed), Sonos Connect:Amp (individually boxed), and the iPort xPress Audio keypad. I decided to 'test' the setup first before committing. The Sonance speakers have some real heft to them and feel very well built. They use a soft-dome, 1" tweeter and 6" fiber-based cone. They come with an accompanying mounting bracket and hardware. The Sonos Connect: Amp is pretty straightforward. It is basically an amp with both wired and wireless networking built in. First and foremost, the amp is NOT weather resistant and intended for indoor use so keep that in mind when deciding where to place it. The amp offers stereo line-in and also has a subwoofer pre-out which is a nice touch. Both the speakers and amp have nice, solid speaker wire push terminals. Once I got everything wired up, I installed the Sonos app on my iPhone and plugged in the Connect: Amp. Immediately the app detected the amp and after a quick setup including creating a Sonos account I was off and running. I authorized the app to use my Apple Music account and Plex server and fired up the first track. Out of the gate I tried Tears for Fears "Working Hour" which I purchased from HDTracks in 24/192 FLAC. This is the first gotcha. Turns out that Sonos doesn't play anything higher than 24/48 natively so my Plex server began transocding the audio to a supported format. To be honest, I was pretty floored by what I heard. I have listened to outdoor speakers before, but these were so clean and clear. The Sonance offered a crisp sound with excellent midrange output. Bass is reasonable considering the 6' driver and I wasn't expecting subwoofer like performance, but as a whole it was a very balanced sound. I then queued up Dire Straits "Ride Across the River' and was once again wowed by the quality of sound. This was another FLAC track that originated from the JVC XRCD2 release. The same open and balanced sound hit me and I was sold. On top of the quality of sound I was getting I was incredibly happy with the Sonos app. Both of my services I added integrated seamlessly into it and made controlled my music a cinch. I decided to connect the xPress Audio keypad to see what it offered. While it isn't going to make finding something to play easier as it only offers the ability to play favorites directly, it does offer volume control and play/pause/next track capability. This is important otherwise you will be fumbling for your phone or tablet anytime you want to change the volume or pause a song. The nice thing is the xPress is Wi-Fi based and battery operated so you can have it with you where you sit or keep it attached to the magnetic backplate. The keypad charges with a standard USB cable and is included. Overall the system is a complete and refined package of known quantities. Sonos has been doing wireless audio for years and is a market force in that segment. Sonance has been manufacturing high quality speakers for more than 10 years. It is a great match and comes in one convenient box. All you need to supply is the speaker wire if your house is not pre-wired. That is the unfortunate situation I find myself in having to crawl around in my crawl space to run speaker wire. I am more than willing to do it as I believe the end result will be great, easy to use audio on my back deck. If you want an outdoor speaker system that can deliver consider this on your short list. On a side note, I am enjoying the use of Sonos so much I am now considering other speakers for my house. A testament to what they have delivered in both quality and ease of use in my opinion.

This is the perfect setup for your house, or back yard. Installation is easy, and a beginner can do it. Controlling it wirelessly is a really nice Plus, and the application is easy to understand. I didn't see any speaker wire in the box, and that was the only bummer. Also the price is a little in the high side, so remember to look for this one on sale.

When I received the system I was initially disappointed. I failed to notice that the system requires a router to function. At the time we lived in a very rural area with no wired internet or cable available and the system will not connect to a wifi hotspot. Fortunately however we were in the process of buying a new home that did have internet availability. One of the first things I did was to set up the system for use outside by the pool. Setup is very easy, simply download the ap to your smartphone and you are basically done. Easy to use and the sound quality is outstanding. So good in fact I'm thinking of bringing the unit inside and setting it up for the home system. Don't yet fully understand the uses but in looking it seems one can connect multiple amps to provide music throughout the entire home. Not cheap but worth every penny.

This system is really great. Have it installed on the back porch around the pool. It came with almost everything needed for the install. It had the mounting and screws needed to mount everything. However it did not come with speaker wires to connect the 2 satellites to the main hub. I can't speak on the installation because I had it professionally set up. The guys who installed it said it was easy though and didn't charge me much for the installation. It didn't take them long either. The sound quality is really great. This system has really good highs, lows, and mids. The vocals and instruments come through really clear with no distortion. The system can also get loud and the sound carries really good. You can hear the music during pool parties even kids are running around splashing and playing. The smart features were plentiful and easy to set up. You can connect to the through blutooth with an android phone really easily. It comes with the normal music streaming built in. Pandora, IHeart Radio ect. I usually just paired my phone and played the music off of there or used Pandora. Everyone loves this system and I would highly recommend it.

PROS - Very loud - Great bass and highs - Water resistant - Sonos hardware and ecosystem - Adds AUX input to your system CONS - Remote sometimes slow to respond THINGS TO KNOW - Kit does not come with speaker wire - Speaker grills require a special pick tool to remove easily - iOS device needed for remote setup BOTTOM LINE: This kit provides the easiest way to move your Sonos system to the outdoors at a price point that is hard to beat. I had been looking into ways to get my existing Sonos system outdoors without the hassle and cost of built-in speakers - this kit fits the bill! This system makes use of the Sonos Connect:AMP to drive 2 Sonance MAG60 speakers. Finally to complete the set they include a wireless remote for control for convenience. DESIGN: The Sonos Connect:AMP is fairly large, but still blends into my current audio system with modern styling. The Sonance speakers are a great choice for this system because they closely match the styling of Sonos’s own products. The speakers have a white finish and a unibody design - they weigh approximately 10 pounds a piece and feel extremely well built. The speaker wires feed from the back where a rubber grommet helps keep water out. Finally, the front speaker grills are easy to install, but difficult to remove without a special pick tool. I recommend testing your speakers before applying the grill and then mounting the speaker on the stand. The stands are heavy-duty metal and the mounting holes provide options for vertical and horizontal mounting. I mounted the speakers on the ground and used the stands to angle them approximately 45 degrees. SETUP: This kit is extremely straightforward to setup – especially if you are already own a Sonos speaker. The box has everything you need to get setup besides speaker wire and strippers. The wiring terminals on the Connect:AMP and speakers are spring loaded which makes the wiring a breeze. Setting up the Connect:AMP is easy as-well. After plugging in the AMP and downloading the Sonos app the setup will walk you through adding the new hardware to your system along with signing into all your favorite music services. The Connect:AMP shows up just like any other Sonos speaker and even adds an AUX audio input option which only a handful of Sonos products have. Finally, the remote setup is easy – though you will need an iOS device for setup as Android is not supported. The remote connects over wi-fi and allows a range of functionality: play/pause, next, favorites, volume, and scenes. The scene setting allows you to activate a system wide configuration that automatically groups speakers, sets volume, and begins auto-playing a playlist. PERFORMANCE: The speakers sound great! The 6.5" mid-range woofers and tweeter provide punchy bass and clear highs. The range of volume is also impressive – easily filling a backyard or deck with your favorite tunes. The Sonos Connect:AMP provides solid wireless range that never dropped or stuttered in my testing over the past two weeks. The remote works great - but is sometimes slow to connect to wi-fi when a button is pressed. Otherwise it is a great addition and convenience to the setup.

The Sonos & Sonance Outdoor streaming system is just amazing. We have a pool in our backyard, and are often entertaining guests, or just hanging out in the backyard as a family. Needless to say, this often includes music. Previously, we just used a bluetooth portable speaker for music, which worked fine, but required that one of our phones be the dedicated “music” phone. Now, with this setup, we have uninterrupted music (no more notification sounds!). Not only that, the speakers are amazing, providing full bodied sound. The sound quality is amazing, probably better than the premium system in my car. While this is quite an expensive system, especially compared to a simple bluetooth speaker setup, it is well worth it if you can afford the price.

Have been looking for a way to get sound in the backyard without having to break the bank and also wanted it to work with my other SONOS devices. Saw this at a local Magnolia and figured I’d give it try. This system is so simple to setup and the Sonance speakers sound amazing!! Because it’s self contained, I’m able to run the system all by itself or in “party” mode with all my other SONOS devices. The xPRESS remote is especially cool allowing me to instantly turn on the system without having to find my phone, open the SONOS app and then choose my music. I’m also able to access all my favorites and even customize that list in the iPort setup app. My wife and 8 year old can actually use and operate the system using the xPRESS remote without my help!! There’s on more cool feature even my salesman didn’t seem to know. Via the iPort setup app, I can setup a “scene.” In other words when I want several SONOS devices to all turn on at once I simply press and hold the favorite button and they all magically turn on to my favorite playlist. So cool!!

I like the sound from these vs the rock speakers I had before. They installed pretty simple. Requirements for installation was to connect them you need speaker wire ( not included). Need an IOS device to set the speakers up for the first time as there is not an Android app available. Finally need to have a sonos system in the house. I have a sonos playbar and a few play 1’s in the house and it is nice to bring that music outside. The wall plate is basically just a remote but better than nothing. I have yet to try to connect a sub but there is an output for one. Wish it came in other colors.

I enjoy listening to music on a nice system. Small speakers will always have limitations with bass reproduction, and these are no different. However, the midrange and high-end reproduction is solid. For outdoor listening, the Sonos system is a good solution. Setting up the system is simple, and the Connect Amp app allows streaming from several sources. The keypad lacks Android support, so be aware of that if you're an Android fan. I would recommend this product if you are looking for good sound and streaming capability.

Love this setup. Makes streaming music a breeze to my outdoor patio. Hardest part was running the speaker wires, from the Sonos unit to the outdoor speakers. Other than that it was a piece of cake. Everything works flawlessly using the App on my Note 5 smartphone. I decided not to use the keypad, as I controll the system from my smartphone. So no use for the included keypad.