(Part 2) Top products from r/sonos

I had you a very through reply, but I got an error on save and lost my mini-novel for you. I don't have it in me to rewrite the whole thing, so i'm just going to summarize; however feel free to ask specifics.

• You need a sonos product for each area/zone you want to control interdependently. I counted 7 in your desc.
  
• I would specify to have dedicated 14/4 or 12/4 ofc wire runs to a central rack/av area. I prefer those runs go to manual volume controls and then change to 14/2 or 12/2 to individual speakers.
  
• I would recommend running 6 sonos connects and a 12 channel amp(with audio sense) + a sonos connect amp if your goal is only to have 7 zones. 7 Connects and (2) 8-channels amps are a close second option.
  
• I think a good value/sound speakers are Speakercrafts CRS6 or CRS8's(note the zero through four's give more bells&whistles) or Polk rc80/rc60. Lots of high end options that would be better addressed in another subreddit.
  
• Spotify works fine for me today, not sure what you'd be waiting for?
  
• I would have an audio cable run if you do TV a/v wiring in the bedrooms to connect to the aux input on the associated sonos. It'll give you TV sound over the speakers in the bedroom which is great when you dont want to crank the volume but you still want to hear whispers.
  
• Dont skimp on prewire if you think you even MIGHT want speakers in the future (mud room, garage, laundry room, office, entry, hallways, gym, etc.)

It appears your tv has analog audio out, which will work with the beam. I have a Pioneer Elite Plasma TV that doesn't support HDMI and optical at the same time, but it does have analog audio out just like your TV.

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TV analog audio out to converter, converter to optical/hdmi adapter to beam.

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I use this adapter and it works great. The TV won't auto switch when the TV turns on, but it works just great for my needs right now until our TV dies.

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HGHNCMW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I wouldn't even consider a bluetooth speaker for a new permanent setup in a home. Sonos or Chromecast Audio with some bookshelf speakers.

Play 1 is $199, while a CCA and some speakers will save you about $50.

Sonos is great and setup is easy (I have 3). But if you want to save a bit of money, it's possible without sacrificing quality.

Sounds like you want Chromecast Audio plugged into some nice powered speakers, like these or these or these or these.
Edit: I'm not commenting on how well it'll work. I don't own a Chromecast. It just seems to work on paper for what you're asking.

I use this:

FosPower 5x1 HDMI + MHL Audio Extractor Converter Switch with Optical and Audio Output [Supports Ultra HD / 4K, Full HD, 3D, ARC] Includes Power Adapt https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B017MUWYLS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_5UW7MCvc3tpyQ

Does not convert
Supports ARC
Supports Harmony Remote
Nothing is automatic (Q4) but can be programmed on Harmony i.e. Go to input 4 + turn off ARC
Lights are are on the bright side but I got used to them

That's hilarious AND AWESOME.

Here's a handy link for next time -
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00VKTZFB4/ref=dp_olp_new_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=new

Not in your price range but I have these and they sounds great to me

Polk Audio RC80i 2-Way In-Ceiling/In-Wall Speakers (Pair, White) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00006BMQT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_4qb8uGeofNQ78

this is the one that I have, it works fairly well. There are plenty of threads on here about what the best switch to get is if you want to look into it more

Like this?

https://smile.amazon.com/Iot-Relay-Enclosed-High-Power-Raspberry/dp/B00WV7GMA2

BTW, the trigger on the Port is meant for just amps in general, not the AMP, which is the Sonos amp.

Cheers.

Mount-It! Soundbar Mount, Universal Sound Bar TV Bracket for Mounting Above or Under TV, Fits Sonos, Samsung, Sony, Vizio, Adjustable Arm Fits 32 to 70 Inch TVs, 33 Lbs Capacity, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IEM6DBG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_H6WWCbVCXQRT3

I used this mount and it worked great.

I’d personally just use one amp with this [Selector](Monoprice 4-Channel Speaker Selector - Black Up To 140W Per Ch. Distribute Speakers, Perfect for Home Theater Audio https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DIGD604/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7TZwCbD50MTYJ) if you want two different zones of different audio you might want to purchase 2 amps

I use a bluetooth receiver like this to stream my phone audio to a Play 5. if you can get the instrument to transmit bluetooth, you'll be set.

You can do the same this with a Sonos Connect by adding a 12V trigger using one of these:

https://smile.amazon.com/Bobwire-Trigger-Compatible-ChromeCast-Amplifiers/dp/B07QS89MZG/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=dat1&qid=1567801760&s=electronics&sr=1-1

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Yes there are a few options for AC power outlet switched by 12V. Here are a few:

EU:

https://www.amazon.de/VOCOMO-Schalt-Steckdose-AV-Verst%C3%A4rker-Standby-Killer-Zwischenstecker/dp/B01CJOZYUU/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=12V+vocomo&qid=1565907878&s=gateway&sr=8-1

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USA:

https://smile.amazon.com/Niles-AC3-FG00242-Voltage-Triggered/dp/B00086IDDC/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=niles+ac+switch&qid=1567801822&s=electronics&sr=1-3

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WV7GMA2/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A3D4241373L385&psc=1

Well, you could always combine this:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BOB6T4E

with this:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KBHX072

Now, if we could find an audio extractor that could transcode DD+ and DTS to DD, you could make up for all of the Playbar's deficiencies at once. :D

Sonos should just make one themselves. I think we're the only people in the world who are clamoring for it.

EDIT: It doesn't look like that audio splitter supports HDCP 2.2... so... back to the drawing board!

I used one of these on my older Samsung UN60H7100: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M3SH3CL and this made optical emit DD 5.1 instead of stereo.

You have to force the source device (Firestick in your case) into giving the TV DD 5.1, as older Samsungs only accept Stereo-over-HDMI when Optical out is set. Newer Samsungs fixed this bug.

I did not use ARC on my UN60 as I have Playbases. Unsure how the EDid faker works over ARC, stick with optical out and use the Beam adapter for now.

Are there some other passive speakers you are planning to power with the Amp? If not, there's no need for the Amp. Another point to mention is that Trueplay Tuning is only compatible with Sonos and Sonace speakers (to my knowledge). If you have other speakers (maybe in-wall?) you are planning to power via the AMP, you will lose the ability to use Trueplay Tuning on them.

The Sonos Beam, Playbar, and Playbase act as the Sonos "controller" in a given room. I may be mistaken, but I believe that you are required to run a hardwired connection (optical audio or HDMI) to the Beam/Soundbar/Playbase. I'd recommend running an optical audio cable from your HDMI switch to the soundbar. Fiber is cheap and can run long distances without signal degradation.

An HDMI switch would be a good solution for managing all of your media devices. I use this HDMI switch in my setup, since my TV did not have Dolby 5.1 passthrough. I've been using it for about a year, and it works flawlessly. The only gripe that I have is that the remote feels a bit low quality and uses CR2032 batteries (cheap but an odd thing to keep on hand).

Also, have you given any consideration to the Playbar? It looks as though this is going in a home theater, and given that the Playbar has a bit higher audio performance, you might look into it. I ended up going with a Playbar, Sub, and 2 x Sonos One speakers for 5.1 surround. Pairing the ones with the playbar gives virtual assistant functionality, but it doesn't allow Airplay unless you group the 5.1 setup with another airplay enabled sonos speaker (not inclusive of the ones used in the 5.1, the grouped speaker must be external to the 5.1 surround). Worst case scenario, you could always airplay to your Apple TV.


EDIT: One thing I wanted to mention is that if you have any source with a PCM output (Nintendo switch, some blu-ray players), then you may need to look at different configurations if you want surround sound. One thing that this switch that I linked above does NOT do is convert PCM (I.e. output from Nintendo switch) to DD 5.1. Additionally, the switch only handles 24 hz as I have come to find out.

I used one of these to mount my Sonos Beam wall-mount to the TV. Works well!


Mount-It! Soundbar Mount,... https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00IEM6DBG?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

the purpose or what set sonos apart from conventional home theater is their network/wifi feature. The Solution to multiple hdmi inputs is a hdmi switch/splitter device.


you can explore this
https://www.amazon.com/Switcher-Selector-Extractor-Splitter-Supports/dp/B00Q2D0AV8/ref=sr_1_12_sspa?keywords=hdmi+2+output+switch+optical&qid=1555034389&s=gateway&sr=8-12-spons&psc=1


optical out to your sonos and hdmi to your projector

Similar to what I'm trying....

Just ordered this last night:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N8UYGMW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My hope is to go monitor>beam.
Monitor 3.5 port > RCA Y cable > LinkS adapter link > Toslink/Digital optical > HDMI adapter included with the beam.

Not sure if that is exactly what you're looking for or not. But if so I can tell you tomorrow or the day after when it shows up.

I think that a conversor like this can work. https://www.amazon.com/Musou-Digital-Optical-Toslink-Converter/dp/B01HGHNCMW/

I think some on like this : https://www.amazon.com/ROOFULL-Extractor-Converter-Optical-Splitter/dp/B01LL5RI3Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1481366188&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=hdmi+to+optical+audio+converter&psc=1

Not noticeable

I use a very simple and cheap one, looks like this

https://www.amazon.com/avedio-links-Digital-Converter-Adapter/dp/B00N8UYGMW/ref=sr_1_8?crid=2VFOBMU4APTO0&keywords=toslink+analog+to+digital&qid=1554578709&s=gateway&sprefix=toslink+analog%2Caps%2C234&sr=8-8

I bought these so I’d have plenty of power cord to plug the Play 1’s in. They’ll be in the corners of a room and the outlet is in the center of the wall.

Cheapest Ever on amazon:
http://uk.camelcamelcamel.com/Sonos-SUB-Wireless-Subwoofer-Systems/product/B008AIY1E0

I was on Amazon UK today looking at the Sub and there was a little box on the page saying that there was a newer version available. Clicking it took me to the page above.

EDIT: This is the page for the current Sub https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sonos-Wireless-subwoofer-music-cinema/dp/B008AIY1E0/ref=sr_1_8?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1468928395&sr=1-8&keywords=sonos

and this is the "new" one https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sonos-Soul-Shaking-Wireless-Subwoofer/dp/B01IOECP6A/ref=dp_ob_title_ce

Also on sale for 399 on amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Sonos-Connect-Amplifier-Streaming-certified/dp/B001CROHU4

Portta PETDTAP Digital Coax and Optical Toslink to Analog Audio Converter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005DIRI6I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_pTlJwb0X4T323

here's one: https://www.amazon.com/Tendak-Switcher-Selector-Extractor-Splitter/dp/B01HM1RP6G/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1483308418&sr=1-1&keywords=hdmi+switch+optical+audio+out

Here is the mobile version of your link

http://www.amazon.com/FLEXSON-FLXP1X3M1021US-Right-Angled-Extension-Cable/dp/B016RTX9Q4/ref=sr_1_41?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1462334638&sr=1-41&keywords=Flexson

kwmobile HDMI EDID Manager to audio and video control https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M3SH3CL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_KHyIDb9T28SBW

It’s unavailable but maybe you can find is somewhere else or something similar

Goodluck!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CROHU4/

Because your tv only has optical audio out and the Play5 only has 3.5mm analog input you need a DAC.

Portta PETDTAP Digital Coaxial Toslink to Analog (L/R) Audio Converter https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B005DIRI6I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Iz0nybVXXJN73

I got this one for a similar use case with a Samsung LED TV and it worked fine. No guarantees though... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Q2D0AV8

When I am outside I use a Bluetooth dongle that outputs to RCA going into my Connect AMP. I used it mostly to watch the Penguins playoff run outside on a projector last year and didn’t notice a delay as others have posted about.

Edit to add link: Logitech Bluetooth Audio Adapter for Bluetooth Streaming https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IQBSW28/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_oTcWAbNXW64A8

The switch is a Monoprice 4K switch:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BOB6T4E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_kjICUOq3KVFK8

I have a cable box, an Apple TV and a Raspberry Pi plugged into the switch. Technically you could plug your PS4 in and run it through the switch and thusly the Xbox One as well if you don’t want to have to worry about switching too many inputs, but there will be a small amount of input lag if memory serves.