Sonos - Playbar Wireless Soundbar - Black
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Description
Features
Integrated, multiroom control
If you have multiple Sonos music players, you can control what's playing in any room from anywhere in your house. You can use the Sonos app to control the music and volume in all of your rooms.
Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
Wirelessly connect an Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant device to voice control your music.
Control your music from palm of your hand
Download the free Sonos app on your compatible smartphone, tablet, PC, or Mac to search for songs and stations, choose music, and control the volume on Sonos Playbar.
Wireless streaming lets you access all music you love in one place
Enjoy your music library, radio stations, and online services through the Sonos app.
Nine speakers with nine class D digital amplifiers
Six mid-woofers provide the full range of sound effects and music from the left, right channels and crisp dialog from the center. Three tweeters create crystal-clear high-frequency response.
Wi-Fi connectivity
The soundbar connects to your home Wi-Fi network with almost any 802.11b/g, 2.4GHz broadcast capable router and offers reliable wireless streaming.
Two Ethernet ports
These 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports allow connecting Playbar to a wired home network and bring standard Internet connectivity to other devices.
Optical (Toslink) input
Gives you the possibility to connect Playbar to your TV and allows Playbar to speak Dolby Digital and stereo.
What's Included
- Flat Ethernet cable
- Legal/Warranty information
- Optical audio cable
- Owner's manual
- Power cord
- Sonos Playbar Wireless Soundbar
Manuals & Guides
Key Specs
- Voice Assistant Built-inNo
- Bluetooth EnabledNo
- Input(s)Ethernet, Optical Digital Audio
- Wireless ConnectivityWi-Fi
- Works WithAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant
Compatibility
- Voice Assistant Built-inNo
- Works WithAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant
General
- Product NamePlaybar Wireless Soundbar
- BrandSonos
- Model NumberPBAR1US1BLK
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Included
- Separate Subwoofer IncludedNo
- Remote Control IncludedNo
- Cable(s) IncludedEthernet, Optical digital audio, Power
- Additional Accessories IncludedAC power cord, optical audio cable, Ethernet cable, Owner's manual
- Mounting Hardware IncludedNo
Audio
- Number of Channels3
- Surround Sound SupportedDolby Digital
- High Resolution AudioYes
- Maximum Sampling Rate Supported48 kHz
Feature
- App-ControlledYes
- Wall MountableYes
- Dialogue EnhancementYes
Connectivity
- Wireless ConnectivityWi-Fi
- Wireless Multi-Room AudioYes
- Wireless Multi-Room TechnologySonos
Input
- Number of HDMI Inputs0
- Number Of Optical Audio Inputs1
- Number Of USB Inputs0
Output
- Number of HDMI Outputs0
- Output(s)None
Speaker
- Number Of Tweeters Included3
- Number of Drivers Included9
- Number Of Woofers Included6
Dimension
- Product Height3.35 inches
- Product Width35.4 inches
- Product Depth5.51 inches
- Product Weight11.9 pounds
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR CertifiedNo
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 Year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 Year
Other
- UPC180501002847
Customer rating
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 6791 reviews
(6,791 Reviews)Expert rating
Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 10 reviews
(10 Reviews)Customer images
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Crisp sound
|Posted .Owned for 2 months when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I was a home Theater Tech and was always telling customers to stray away from sound bars If they truly wanted a good surround sound but I bought a Sonos and was very surprised how amazing it is and you can add the extra speakers for the 5.1
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
BEST product ever!
|Posted .I had a Bose sound system & when it was time to replace the tv I wanted to improve the sound quality in the room. Now in the the store this sound bar can blow away the competition- it is in a huge store. At home it can be a tad loud to get the quality sound in a small room. But, this is by far a better quality product than Bose.
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it!
|Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Sonos playbar deserves a 10 out of 10. Have it paired with a sub. I’m very happy with my purchase
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Apps, Music, Set up
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Sound. Beginning of Sonos addiction
|Posted .Pros mentioned:Apps, Music, Set upProvides great room-filling sound. Tried it out in store and at a friends house who has the complete 5.1 set up. Compared side-by-side with Bose 300 soundbar and this had more crisp sound in my opinion. Plus the Sonos app integrates other Sonos speakers well. Will slowly start purchasing additional speakers/sub to complete the system. -Able to control with Alexa -Syncs with Spotify and other music services -Easy setup - Can sit on table or mount to wall Cons: No physical remote, but works with iOS and Android with Sonos app, also with Alexa Mount needs to be purchased separately Wires are slightly visible below when mounted to wall given location/angle the wires exit the system. Overall, highly recommend. Will probably be adding subwoofer and Play1 speakers next
I would recommend this to a friend Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Owner since 2013
Posted .Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5The Playbar still rocks after almost 7 years. I highly recommend Sonos products. I keep the volume at 80 percent and it hasn’t missed a beat. The design is still relevant today and anyone that has a listen is always impressed.
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Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Quality4 out of 5Value3 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Not to Shabby
|Posted .Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.Features
Quality4 out of 5Value3 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Has dynamic sound effects, easy to connect, overall nice bar.
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Quality4 out of 5Value3 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendRated 3 out of 5 stars
Good soundbar
|Posted .Pretty good soundbar, a bit pricey for the quality to be completely honest. But like that it connects to my two Sonos Ones just wish they worked a bit better together to get full surround sound feel.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Soundbar
|Posted .Sonos makes a great soundbar for the price. Would definitely recommend.
I would recommend this to a friend
What experts are saying
Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 10 reviews
(10 Reviews)- Tom's GuideRating, 4 out of 54.0Michael Gowan on September 29, 2014Sonos Playbar: Premium Sound at a Premium PriceThe Playbar lives up to the expectations of a Sonos speaker. It excels at audio for both movies and music. For a system with many content options, it's very easy to set up and use. However, Sonos locks you into its app for streaming sourcesFull Review
- soundandvision.comRob Sabin on April 12, 2013Sonos Playbar SoundbarFor those unfamiliar, you start by plugging one Sonos component into your network router to create a bridge to the Internet and to your home PC or hard drive where your personal music is stored. It can be any component the company sells. SonosFull Review
- FlatpanelsHDTorben Rasmussen on May 9, 2013Sonos PlaybarWe got our hands on Sonos' take on decent sound for your flat panel TV in the shape of the recently launched Playbar, which - as the name suggests - is a soundbar. Playbar is Sonos' first dedicated attempt to mix their well-known wireless musicFull Review
- Home Theater ReviewRating, 4.5 out of 54.5Brian Kahn on December 9, 2013Sonos Playbar Soundbar ReviewedSonos is a name many have heard of. They are well-known and well-advertised. But how do the company's products actually sound? Brian Kahn tests out the Sonos Playbar soundbar to find out.Full Review
- Home Cinema ChoiceRating, 4 out of 54.0Steve May on June 3, 2013Sonos Playbar reviewHaving effectively modernised hi-fi, the wireless titan that is Sonos has set its sights on the booming soundbar business, and seemingly almost by default, finds itself a home cinema player, too. But can the brand really replicate its audioFull Review
- pcworld.co.nzRating, 4.5 out of 54.5New Zealand PC World on August 4, 2013Sonos PLAYBAR wireless soundbarSonos's PLAYBAR music system requires an accompanying smartphone or tablet and a little bit of practice, but as a way of bringing together all yourFull Review
- TechgoonduAlfred Siew on May 6, 2013Hands on: Sonos PlaybarIt sounds better than many sound bars and can come in handy in small apartments in Singapore.Full Review
- cnet.com.auRating, 3.6 out of 53.6Matthew Moskovciak Steve Guttenberg on February 22, 2014Sonos Playbar review: A sound bar for Sonos disciplesThe Sonos Playbar is cleverly designed and does great fake surround, but it's better-suited to current Sonos customers than newcomers.Full Review
Q: QuestionAnybody buy JUST the playbar?I am considering taking the plunge and buying a playbar, but can't afford to buy the sub right now. Is the audio quality decent enough with just the playbar to justify buying the playbar now, then buying the sub within the next couple months?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Yes...I have only the playbar (well only the playbar hooked to my tv, i have several other sonos components in the rest of my house) and it works amazingly better than the standard speakers on my tv (and I have a huge expensive tv). The playbar is used by itself...and bonus, the app allows you to mute louder sounds at night with the nighttime feature so if you're awake and the kid is asleep and you don't want to wake her, you can still listen to the voices and sounds at a similar volume without having your finger on the "trigger" to lower/raise the volume all the time. I can't wait to add the sub myself, but right now I only have playbar and I love it!
Answered by TeyaT
Q: Questiondoes soundbar come on with tv remotewill i need a separate remote?i get mixed answers from best buy
Asked by big caddy 1.
- A:Answer The sonos sound bar allows you to set up your existing remote to control it. You can also control it from your smartphone or tablet.
Answered by AngryAsian
Q: QuestionDoes the Sonos soundbar come with the optical cord?
Asked by Bob.
- A:Answer The Sonos does come with an optical cable.
Answered by EagleMaui
Q: QuestionWill this work with both the Sonos system & the t.v.?I recently had my home built and I have the Sonos sound system through out my house with the exception of the t.v. room. My question is if I hook this sound bar up to my television, will it play music from the Sonos system as well as the t.v.? (Not at the same time, of course)
Asked by BG.
- A:Answer Absolutely! just click on the app and click TV. it's that simple
Answered by AuntFun
Q: QuestionShould the playbar be used as a center speaker?I'm looking to set up a home theater system, and I was looking to go all Sonos and was curious what should be used as a center speaker.
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer The playbar definitely is the center speaker in this system. Then you can pair with a sonos sub and either two play 1s or two play 3s or if you're really excited about sound two play 5s. Essentially the playbar, in a typical 5.1 setup is the center speaker and the front side two speakers as well.
I would recommend:
Answered by TeyaT
Q: Questioni have a funky shaped room , where the TV sits is a low roof area , where i sit , about 15 feet back, has a high ceiling . should i mount the sound bar out away from the TV ? it would be higher and 10-12 feet away . or should i mount it under the TV
Asked by suplj.
- A:Answer Under tv. You always want the soundstage to come from as close to the visual source as possible. Moving the audio away or out in front of the tv could cause lip sync issues but also it would not be a very good listening experience when watching shows.
Answered by nevesmedia
Q: QuestionWhen not wall mounted and placed in front of the TV, can the Sonos Playbar be laid flat so it is not so tall and potentially blocking a portion of the TV, or does it need to be placed tall?
Asked by Knick.
- A:Answer I HAVE MINE LAID FLAT AND IT SOUNDS THE SAME AS WHEN I STAND IT UP
Answered by mikecali
Q: QuestionI have a 65 `` Samsung TV and intend to buy a Soundbar, either Sonos or Bose. The TV is mounted on the wall so that I can not hook it up to the sound bar by a cord. Can these two systems be connected wirelessly? Tnx.
Asked by Rad.
- A:Answer No. It is connected by an optical cable. You can however buy a kit to mount your sound bar below your TV. The sound bar mount attaches to the TV.
Answered by Fourakre
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