Sonos Playbar Wireless Soundbar
Model: PBAR1US1BLK
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Packaging Info
Package Weight | 21.75 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 34.5 x 10.5 x 8.5" |
Networking
Ethernet Port | 2 x Ethernet port First Ethernet port is for connecting PLAYBAR to a wired home network Second Ethernet port can be used to share wireless control |
Wireless Connectivity | SonosNet (secure AES encrypted, peer-to-peer wireless mesh network) |
Extender | Yes (SonosNet Extender enhances power of SonosNet 2.0) |
Music
Supported Media Players | Amazon Cloud Player AUPEO! Deezer iHeartRadio JB Hi-Fi NOW JUKE Last.fm MOG Pandora Rdio Rhapsody SiriusXM Slacker Radio Songl Songza Spotify Stitcher SmartRadio TuneIn Wolfgang's Vault WiMP Internet Radio (MP3/WMA streaming) Downloads from services offering DRM-free tracks |
Audio Formats | Compressed MP3, iTunes Plus WMA (including purchased Windows Media downloads) AAC (MPEG4) AAC+ Ogg Vorbis Audible (format 4) Apple Lossless Flac (lossless) music files Uncompressed WAV and AIFF files Native support for 44.1 kHz sample rates Additional support for 8 - 48 kHz] sample rates |
Album Art Supported | JPEG PNG BMP GIF |
Playback Modes | Crossfade Shuffle Repeat |
Playlists Supported | iTunes Rhapsody WinAmp Windows Media Player MusicMatch (.m3u / .pls / .wpl) |
Operating Systems Supported | Windows XP (SP3) and higher Mac OS X v10.6 and higher NAS (Network Attached Storage) devices supporting CIFS |
General
Dimensions (WxHxD) | 35.43 x 3.35 x 5.51" (900 x 85 x 140 mm) |
Weight | 11.9 lb (5.4 kg) |
Supported Devices | Works with all amplified and non-amplified Sonos products Connects to your TV via digital optical cable |
Buttons | Volume up, volume down and mute (side panel) |
Control | Control volume and mute with TV, cable or universal remote Free Sonos Controller app for smartphone, tablet, PC or Mac computer |
LED Indicators | Indicate PLAYBAR status (side panel) |
Orientation | Wall mounting above or below TV Lay flat on your TV table |
Power Supply | AC 100 - 240 V (50 - 60 Hz) |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | 4 to 158°F (-20 to 70°C) |
Audio
Channels | 3.0 |
Amplifier | 9 x Class-D digital amplifiers |
System Requirements | TV with optical audio output Broadband Internet One Sonos component wired to router Sonos Controller App |
Speakers | 9 x Amplified speakers (total) 6 x Midrange 3 x Tweeters |
The Sonos Playbar is cleverly designed and does great fake surround, but it's better suited to current Sonos customers than newcomers.
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The Sonos Playbar integrates the company's best-in-class digital music software into a thoughtfully designed sound bar. It's dead simple to set up and works seamlessly with other Sonos products, and can even be expanded to a true wireless 5.1 system by adding the Sonos Sub and two Play:3 speakers.
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The Playbar's heavily processed sound won't please purists. It's also expensive and there are considerably better-sounding alternatives in its price range. Many buyers would be fine with cheaper AirPlay or Bluetooth alternatives.
If you don't mind its high price tag, reviewers say the Sonos Playbar is the best sound bar you can buy. Although it doesn't include a subwoofer, bass is generally described as satisfying, and it's easy to add an optional Sonos subwoofer if you demand more powerful low-frequency performance.
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Rich, detailed sound, Clear dialogue, Very easy setup
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Limited connectivity, Optional subwoofer costs extra, Expensive
The Sonos Playbar delivers impressive volume levels and its companion mobile app is very well designed, but this slick soundbar comes with some compromises.
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Smooth overall sound quality. Surprisingly effective low-end response given the lack of a subwoofer. Flexible wireless streaming. Doesn't distort on deep bass at high volumes.
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Requires wired Ethernet unless you already have a Sonos Bridge. No hardware remote control. Highly processed sound isn't for purists.
The Sonos Playbar’s impressive movie sound, good looks, ease of use, and smooth, fatigue-free musicality is, in our experience, an uncommonly rare mix of attributes among sound bars.
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Large, expansive sound field effectively wraps sound around you, Awesome loudness capability, yet low on distortion, Warm, easy-on-the-ears sound makes long-term listening a breeze, Best aesthetic design we’ve seen yet for a soundbar
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Pricier than the competition – even pricier with a subwoofer, Single input woefully limits flexibility
Soundbars are hotter than ever due to the thin flat panel TVs we drag home. And the market for soundbars is more exciting now than it has ever been as the makers of soundbars are coming from very different parts of the electronics industry - with very different features as a result.
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Easy setup, IR-repeater, The Sonos-universe is included, Good sound quality for TV and movies, Wireless streaming, Possibility for “surround”, Price
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Only SPDIF input, No DTS support, Sound is lacking a bit for music listening, Cannot connect additional front speakers
The 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 sources because it can't accept a Bluetooth connection.
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Full sound without a subwoofer, Excellent for music, Support for most streaming music services
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Expensive, No Bluetooth connectivity
All speakers included (Sub, 2x Play:3s and the Playbar) the total price is $1996…before tax. So the argument quickly becomes convenience versus bang for buck. A boxed solution with satellite speakers could cost $1,000, add in a mid-ranged amp $400, and a Sonos connect, and you’re only truthfully...
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Easy as pie setup, its own music server, integrates with Sonos environment, controllable via smartphone
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Only compatible with Dolby Digital (not DTS, etc), pricey ($699), not ideal for audiophiles
Sonos has never been that easy to explain to newcomers, even as the company has tried to simplify its message. A distributed audio setup that streams to any room in your house? A wireless streaming system that plugs into everything from Pandora to iTunes on your home computer? Wireless Hi-Fi?
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Ease of setup and use, Offers true wireless 5.1, Fantastic sound for movies and TV
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No 3.5mm input, Apps feel clunky, Over-reliant on optical audio, Not ideal for music listening
Movie and TV audio for music lovers: that’s how Sonos describes its new PLAYBAR, the first product from the whole-home audio company to tackle sound that comes with moving pictures, rather than audio for its own sake.
At $699, the Sonos PLAYBAR is a very good, somewhat expensive, sound bar. If the price was lower, it would certainly be a very easy recommendation (“no brainer” would comer to mind). But since it’s not, I would urge you to look at your actual needs.
Simply put, you get what you pay for! Every aspect of this product is superior including the user interface. Love that I can use my iPhone, iPad & Windows desktop to both play my own music as well as Apple Music to stream the entire iTunes library.
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Superb sound quality. WiFi a huge advantage over Bluetooth. Enhanced TV sound and superb music experience. Can't wait to expand with additional speakers. Love the fact that the Connect product will allow us to utilize our existing speakers. Installation and set up was a breeze.
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The Sonos Playbar is an awesome sound system. The ability to add and remove speakers as you go is wonderful and the sound quality is great. The system is easy to setup and operate. The only draw back is that it only uses optical input and no HDMI.
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Attractive Design, Easy Set-Up, Easy to Mount, Good Power Outlet, Great Sound Quality
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No HDMI
I already owned a Bridge and a Play 5. I have a Panasonic 42" plasma TV in my living room sitting a Salamander stand that has a perfect space for a soundbar. My girlfriend and I use the Play 5 all the time and I thought the Playbar would be a perfect addition.
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SONOS app is easy and works well., I think it sounds good. If the sound is "highly processed" it still sounds very pleasant., Design and size work well in my situation.
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Single input. Please see my summary., Play 5 has slightly better deep bass.
I had been interested in Sonos products for years before I recently went all in with purchases of the playbar, sub, and play 1's for surround. After a couple days of using that system, I added a pair of new Play 5's for my bedroom. Sound quality is very good for all units. Setup is easy.
An untrained monkey can install the Sonos playbar and sub! I tried another brand soundbar with a sub woofer I already had and it was a disaster. Go with Sonos!
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EASE of install, Sound Quality
Bought this to replace an old 5.1 system (the Sub and Play 1's are on the way!).The Playbar is a very well made substantial bit of kit, TV sounds excellent when it's fed with a 5.1 signal.
Excellent sounds, easy setup! Looking forward to adding more Sonos products in the future.
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Everything is great!
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Looking forward when there is Alexa integration
- 3.0-Channel System
- Six Midrange Speakers & Three Tweeters
- Nine Class-D Digital Amplifiers
- Supports SonosNet Wireless Connectivity
- Stream Music from a Variety of Sources
- Two Ethernet Jacks & Optical Audio Input
- Sonos Controller App for iOS & Android
- Works as a Standalone Music Player
- Connects Directly to Internet Radio
- Easy Setup & Flexible Placement
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- Sonos PLAYBAR Wireless Soundbar
- AC Power Cord
- Optical Audio Cable
- 1-Year Limited Warranty