Sonos - Arc Soundbar with Dolby Atmos, Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa - Black
User rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars with 3247 reviews.
4.8(3,247 Reviews)- 24 Expert Reviews
- 209 Answered Questions
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Description
Features
Immerse yourself in the music
Stream music, radio, podcasts, and more from your favorite services with the Sonos app or Apple AirPlay 2 when the TV is off.
Voice control
The Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa are built right in, so you can play music, check news, set alarms, get your questions answered, and more, completely hands free.
Mute for privacy
Turn the microphone off with a tap. The LED light is hardwired and will also turn off so you know your voice assistant isn't listening.
Expand your sound system
When you're ready, wirelessly connect more Sonos speakers and enjoy listening in more rooms.
Build out your home theater
Wirelessly connect Sonos Sub and a pair of One SL rears (sold separately) for an even more immersive listening experience.
Customized sound
Trueplay™ puts the speaker-tuning capability of the pros in the palm of your hands, adapting and optimizing the sound of the speaker to the unique acoustics of the room.
Magnetic sensor
Detects when Arc is mounted and smartly adjusts the EQ to temper bass resonance.
Ambient light sensor
Arc detects how bright the room is and automatically adjusts the brightness of the LEDs to be visible but not distracting.
Hear every word
Arc was specially tuned with the help of Oscar-winning sound engineers to emphasize the human voice so you can always follow the story. Turn on Speech Enhancement in the app to clarify dialogue when characters talk quietly or action intensifies.
Wi-Fi
Stream via your Wi-Fi network, and wirelessly connect more Sonos speakers to expand your sound system.
Simplified setup
Bring your phone up to Arc to automatically pair and securely transfer Wi-Fi credentials using near-field communication (NFC).
Eleven high-performance drivers
Arc's advanced processing creates five phased-array channels that masterfully deliver sound to your ears from all directions at the exact right moment.
HDMI eARC
Increased bandwidth supports high-quality audio and has lip-sync compensation built in.
Blends in beautifully
With its elongated shape, soft profile, and seamless facade, Arc discreetly mounts to the wall or sits beneath the TV without pulling focus.
Capacitive touch controls
Play, pause, skip tracks, adjust the volume, and group rooms just by tapping or swiping the top of the soundbar.
3D sound with Dolby Atmos
Experience shows, movies, and games with the precise and immersive sound of Dolby Atmos. Arc's upward-firing drivers create a multi-dimensional soundstage that then moves around you, rendering every whisper and explosion with dramatic clarity, detail, and depth.
What's Included
- Sonos Arc Soundbar with Dolby Atmos, Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa
Key Specs
- Voice Assistant Built-inAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant
- Wireless ConnectivityNFC, Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth EnabledNo
- Wireless Subwoofer ConnectivityYes
- Works WithAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri
Compatibility
- Voice Assistant Built-inAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant
- Works WithAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri
General
- Product NameArc Soundbar with Dolby Atmos, Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa
- BrandSonos
- Model NumberARCG1US1BLK
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Audio
- Surround Sound SupportedDolby Atmos
Connectivity
- Wireless ConnectivityNFC, Wi-Fi
- Wireless Multi-Room AudioYes
- Wireless Multi-Room TechnologySonos
- Bluetooth EnabledNo
- Wireless Subwoofer ConnectivityYes
- HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)Yes
- Number of HDMI Inputs (Total)1
- Number Of USB Inputs0
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total)0
Feature
- App-ControlledYes
- Wall MountableYes
- Dialogue EnhancementYes
Speaker
- SubwooferOptional (sold separately)
- Number of Drivers Included11
Dimension
- Product Height3.43 inches
- Product Width45 inches
- Product Depth4.56 inches
- Product Weight13.8 pounds
Included
- Remote Control IncludedNo
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR CertifiedNo
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 Year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 Year
Other
- UPC840136800019
Customer reviews
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 3247 reviews
(3,247 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.4
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
Expert reviews
See all expert reviews(24)Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars with 24 reviews
Features
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE AN EARC TV
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Dolby Atmos changes the way music and movies sound. Worth the buy for that alone. I paired with the Sonos Sub and two ONE SLs. Once you use their trueplay software it basically balances out your room and it will literally blow your mind as you listen to music and movies that are built for atmos. A couple of notes: -To get the most of this bar you will need an Apple TV. Apple TV is one of the only devices that offers lossless playback and Dolby Atmos for music. Not every song is rebuilt for Atmos yet, but there is a good selection. You’ll obviously also need the Apple Music subscription for this. They have playlists that walk you through what it sounds like once Atmos is on. - If you have an older TV without EARC, you won’t be able to get true Atmos. If you are planning on buying this soundbar I would say the best feature it has is the Atmos. I have an older model so this was an issue for me. I purchased the HD FIRE ARCANA and it has fixed my EARC issue. I am now receiving full Atmos over my normal Arc and it displays this in the Sonos app. - Disney, Netflix, PRIME and some HBO movies have Atmos. You’ll see it displayed before you play the movie. The only way to truly tell if you’re getting it is if it is displaying it in the Sonos app. You’ll definitely be able to hear it though.
Features
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:Arc connection, Design, Ease of useRated 5 out of 5 stars
Sonos with another product to beat!
||Posted .I have been a long time Sonos junkie since my first purchaseof a Beam. At first the Beam worked well in my space but after some remodelingand the removal of a wall I needed something with more power. I held off on thePlaybar simply because of the rumors of an update and pre-ordered this SonosArc as soon as it was available. First the appearance:This thing is beautiful. With a very modern styling, drilled grill wrapped around the internals this thing is the only piece in my room that gives my LG C9 a run for it's money in appearance. This styling fits in line with all the newest Sonos products on the market today. The Arc is also very wide which is why it is recommended for TVs over 50" (pictured with my 65" LG C9) Weighing in at almost 14 pounds, this soundbar and all its components exude quality. Inside are three tweeters (for higher end sound) and eight woofers for mid-range and bass. What is great and new about this product is that 4 of these drivers aim directly at you while 2 aim out the sides and 2 fire sound upward. This enables Arc to give you sound in all directions, including above you. This addition of upfiring speakers enables the Arc to sound effects for any movies/content coded with Dolby Atmos. Setup is easy just like other Sonos products (opened the app, add product and the Arc was instantly recognized). After setting it in place I tuned thru TruePlay (a must do in my opinion) to get the room setup and tuned with my Sonos Sub and Play:1 Surround speakers. Even during the tuning I noticed how well the Arc bounced those sounds off the walls to create the left and right front speaker sounds I felt were lacking with the Beam. First movie I fired up was The Rise of Skywalker and sure enough in the opening scene three Tie Fighters buzzed directly over our heads and made my fiance jump. For this this next portion please make sure to note the difference when talking about the Sonos Arc (not all capitalized) and the HDMI eARC and ARC ports (fully capitalized). This can cause confusion. In order to get lossless Atmos you must make sure you have an Atmos enabled TV with eARC HDMI ports. If your TV only has ARC HDMI you can still get Atmos but it will not be in its full lossless format, it will be compressed Atmos. All this of course is under the assumption that your content is Atmos. You will know it is working if you pull up your Sonos app and click on the room your Arc is in and will see the "Dolby Atmos" symbol listed under the TV. For my setup I have an Apple TV 4K connected to my LG C9, and the Sonos Arc is connected via the eARC HDMI port. Listening to sound for music, the Arc is a significant upgrade over the Beam but that should be a given based on the size, power, and quantity of speaker differences between the two. While the sound is great I do not know if I would stop using my Play:5 in the same room for just music, only for parties/gatherings in which the surround and bass speakers would help fill the room more. For my purposes I use Google Assistant and the far field mics caught my voice easily even while sound was playing from the speaker and a medium volume. While a big jump from the Beam pricing and $100 more than it's predecessor, the Arc delivers. While you can get soundbars for under $150, this one is the cream of the crop and is worth the price tag if you can afford. Sonos's ease of use and seamless streaming technology already shine above a lot of it's competitors but the addition of this new Arc soundbar puts them ahead of everyone else in soundbar tech and makes it the soundbar to beat. The Arc is an outstanding speaker and should be the first choice when wanting to convert just a TV into a a surround system in a medium to large sized room.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:Arc connection, Ease of use, Set upRated 5 out of 5 stars
Incredible, Room-filling Sound
||Posted .I first purchased the Samsung Q950 to go with my Samsung TV and was deeply disappointed. This Sonos Arc exceeded all of my expectations. My TV room is not cavernous, so I figured a soundbar would work well and I was tired of the complexity and bulk of my aging A/V receiver. All of the reviews I saw and read recommended either the Samsung or Sonos. The Samsung sounded terrible for the price. I can't understand how it received so many positive reviews. The Sonos Arc, on the other hand, exceeded all of my expectations. The sound separation and stage are both great. It's amazing that they can effectively achieve surround sound without rear speakers. Bullets appear to whizz past your ear and background music appears to emanate from behind you. The sound is incredibly lively. And the bass from this thing is terrific. The low and mid-bass are very balanced. The rumble is there when you want it and not there when you don't. It's full and punchy - so much so that I don't think I will buy the subwoofer. If your room is larger, you may need/want it but for my layout and taste, it's more than enough (and I like me some bass). There are also a couple of handy features on the app. It has a nighttime mode, which will keep the volume more even and avoid loud peaks like explosions from waking up the house. There's also a speech enhancement mode that will make it easier to hear conversations. I've tried both modes and they work quite well. Setup was quite easy and uses a smartphone app to calibrate the bar to the room acoustics. It walks you through everything quite clearly and I had no issues. I'm loving this soundbar and highly recommend it!
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Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
From Neat Wall
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.We’re a small business Home A/V Installation Service that focuses on practical solutions that are future proofed to a certain degree. Sonos offers ease and practicality with a level of precision like no other. I tell my customers all the time it won’t literally happen but on the level of product comparison; Sonos has the tech and product level that redefines music and could put Bose in their place to out of business. Sonos is to retail shopping what Amazon has done to the world.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Not missing surround sound...
||Posted .Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This thing is really incredible. I've always been a receiver/surround sound guy, but decided to give this a shot before going to the trouble of installing surround in our new home. I'm surprised by how much I love it!
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Not like your old sound bar
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Long gone are the days where you needed to have multiple speakers for that full quality surround sound... This sound bar had my dogs running for cover and my boys jumping on the seat saying this sounds better than the movie theatre! The versatility of being able to easily switch the source to enjoy music while not watching TV is icing on the cake. Highly recommend.
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Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
I am a sonos fan now
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.I got this somos arc after a month learning about Dolby atmos sound bars. This one got my attention. Needless to say I got the sub and one SL . So I would have a complete surround sound. The sept up is on my game/bedroom room. It is pricy but worth.
This review is from Sonos - Arc Soundbar with Dolby Atmos, Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa - White
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
||Posted .Everything worked out better than I expected. The Sonos ARK is amazing. I was worried about spending so much on a sound bar and I’m happy to say it was money well spent.
This review is from Sonos - Arc Soundbar with Dolby Atmos, Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa - White
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friend
Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars with 24 reviews
(24 Reviews)- CNETJune 4, 2020
If you're looking for a soundbar with voice assistants, multiroom music and other features, the Arc will float your boat.If you're looking for a soundbar with voice assistants, multiroom music and other features, the Arc will float your boat.
Full Review - TechRadarRating, 5 out of 55.0Joel Burgess on December 2, 2020
Sonos Arc reviewSonos has a new surround sound solution and it's contained entirely in a single soundbar it calls Arc. While we're not sure if the device gets its name from the HDMI interface it uses, the curved sound it pitches or the fact that it is perhaps,
Full Review - EngadgetRating, 4.3 out of 54.3June 4, 2020
Sonos Arc review: An upgrade worth the waitSonos has finally given us an upgrade to the Playbar, and it's impressive. The Arc has an improved design, modern features and stellar sound. Like the Beam, it only has one HDMI port, which will be an issue for some. However, if you have a TV that
Full Review - Tom's GuideRating, 4 out of 54.0Kate Kozuch on September 14, 2021
Sonos Arc reviewThe Sonos Arc is premium in every sense — with its precise tuning software and Dolby Atmos support, it's the best soundbar for Sonos fans who can afford it.
Full Review - Digital TrendsRating, 4 out of 54.0May 13, 2021
Sonos Arc review: A solid soundbar for the Dolby Atmos eraThe $799 Arc is Sonos' first Dolby Atmos-capable soundbar, fulfilling years of customer requests. Now that it's here, does it deliver? Here's our full review.
Full Review - Tech AdvisorRating, 4.5 out of 54.5Chris Martin on August 19, 2020
Sonos ArcWith Dolby Atmos support and various smart features like eARC, the Sonos Arc is the premium soundbar to beat
Full Review - What Hi-Fi?Rating, 5 out of 55.0What Hi-Fi? on October 4, 2021
Sonos Arc reviewWhat Hi-Fi? Awards 2021 winner. Sonos's first Dolby Atmos soundbar is an absolute belter
Full Review - rtings.comRating, 3.9 out of 53.9Jake Thauvette on January 6, 2022
Sonos Arc ReviewThe Sonos Arc is a good overall soundbar from 2020. This standalone soundbar can be easily upgraded into the Sonos Arc with Sub + One SL Speakers with the additi
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Q: QuestionI have a Sony 65" Class - X75CH Series - 4K UHD LED LCD TV. will I have all the Atmos functionality? thank you
Asked by TDUDS.
- A:Answer The Sonos Arc WILL deliver Dolby Atmos sound through an older Arc HDMI connection. It's done via lossy Dolby Digital Plus,. but the sound is indeed Atmos and it sounds great. Is an eArc connection better, I'd say yes. But you don't need to get a new TV with eArc just yet as long as you have an Arc HDMI port.
Answered by Rich
Q: QuestionDoes the Sonos arc ever turn off? I’m asking because the light doesn’t go off even though the tv is not on. And I also noticed that there is no on/off switch.
Asked by Walt.
- A:Answer Hi, and thank you for your question. No, our products don't turn off. They go into a low power state if not in use, but they always stay on. This is because of the nature of the use of our products. If they turned off, you would have to power it on and wait for it to reconnect everytime you wanted to listen to music or watch a movie. Which means you would either have to get up, or we would have to include a remote (which nobody likes lol) If you'd like to turn that light off, you can in the room settings. Go to settings -> system -> select the room name -> scroll down to find "status lights" --- you'll see a toggle switch to turn it off and on! Hope this helps! :)
Answered by Sonos Customer Care
Q: QuestionCan I play music from my iPhone when the TV is off? I know it does not have Bluetooth, so I was wondering if it was possible to stream music directly from my phone. I use Spotify/YouTube if that makes any difference.
Asked by Bdlc.
- A:Answer Yes you can using the Sonos App. It uses WiFi instead of Bluetooth, which is better as you won’t hear those anyone disruptions when you get a text or message. You can also link your Music services and stream directly from them, you’ll love that feature with Spotify.
Answered by Montro79
Q: QuestionCan the Sonos-Arc be placed on a shelf below the TV. With the two up-facing speakers on the Arc aimed at the bottom of a shelf, would this cause any unusual effect or distortion? Placing the Arc on the same shelf as the TV is not an option.
Asked by Little.
- A:Answer The Arc's upfiring speakers are at a (approx.) 70 degree angle up from the forward facing front speakers. You will likely need to give enough clearance between the TV (recommended 4 inches) or have the Arc pushed far up enough that the TV or shelf does not obstruct the sound from those speakers
Answered by TheoS
Q: QuestionCan I set up four rear surrounds with this soundbar or will it only support two?
Asked by Eman.
- A:Answer In the current state, Sonos can only have 2 rear surrounds setup
Answered by TheoS
Q: QuestionHI.... does anyone have the sonos arc mounted high (above tv)? My tv to the top is at 6 feet off the ground. I have no choice but to hang bar above tv. with this severely decrease sound quality? THANKS.... JOE
Asked by voodooevil.
- A:Answer Hi, and thanks for your question. It is possible that this could severely decrease your sound quality, as the front speakers are pointed straight forward, and the atmos speakers are pointed up. However, every room environment is different so it's difficult to say how much it will impact your experience.
Answered by Sonos Customer Care
Q: Question“Will Samsung - 75" Class - LED - Q90 Series - 2160p - Smart - 4K UHD TV with HDR get full Dolby atmos from the sonos arc?”
Asked by 967travis.
- A:Answer Owning a 2019 75” Q70R, the Sonos ARC works for me. When using apps such as VUDU where 4K content w/Atmos is stored, the Atmos symbol is displayed on the info screen. You need to go into sound settings of the tv and select the Sonos ARC which shows up as Reciever (HDMI). This is provided you have the Sonos ARC powered and wired in using the HDMI ARC jack of your TV or in the case of some newer sets, the HDMI E-ARC. That is all you have to do to make it work from your TV. Afterwards set up the Sonos ARC using the new Sonos app and your good to go. I did not choose my my TV knowing the Sonos was going to be added but it just so happens to tuck in perfectly between the feet. The sound is great coming from the sound bar but we utilize the The Gen 3 sub and a pair of Sonos 1s for extra bass and surround channels.
I would recommend:
Answered by JYinLG
Q: QuestionWill the Arc work with the Sonos Play 1 (gen 1) for 5.1 surround sound?
Asked by TechExplorer.
- A:Answer Hi, thank you for your question! You can use two Sonos Play:1 (Gen 1) speakers as rears configured with the Sonos Arc.
Answered by Sonos Customer Care
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