Customers often highlight the impressive sound quality of the Architectural 6-1/2" Passive 2-Way In-Ceiling Speakers, with many expressing surprise at the audio quality. The speakers are also praised for their easy installation process, making them a popular choice for those looking for a hassle-free setup. Additionally, Sonos compatibility is mentioned as a key advantage, allowing for seamless integration into existing Sonos systems.
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Superior quality
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I love it , I also support Sonos tuning. I am using these as rears but in the ceiling
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
below average sound quality from a 14 month user
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I purchased eight of these SONOS round, white speakers about 14 months ago from Best Buy, Lakewood. They were on sale for approximately $250 at the time (the regular retail is around $588). In addition to the cost of these speakers I had to purchase a receiver and a separate gadget that would allow each speaker to be turned on. Because I did not want to crawl around the attic I had to pay someone in addition to run the wires, cut the holes in the ceiling, and mount the speakers-costing around $900. My house is around 1500 sq feet so putting two speakers in each room should have been plenty of sound power. Was it worth the trouble and cost? No! Here's the nasty truth, these speakers, for all their vaunted tech and high price, deliver below average sound quality. Their quality is about on a par with speakers made decades ago. They do not deliver rich, powerful treble or bass! They put out strictly functional sound. What a waste of time and trouble! My girlfriend laughed at me, and she is right. Instead of what I've done, she simply paid for a few Bose sound bars and put them in a few rooms, and everything is wireless. Her sound quality is 3 times what I'm getting from these speakers at a much cheaper price. I'll say it again, the sound from her Bose speakers, just sitting on the counter, is a good three times the richness, power, base and treble, than these round SONOS speakers. In addition, if one of her Bose speakers goes out she just uses the warranty or gets a new one, whereas I have to deal with techs and not only the speaker but also the receiver, getting up to the ceiling, etc. So, again, for all the cost and trouble, if the ceiling speakers don't put out GREAT sound, it is a waste of money. If you want high quality sound, just go with a sound bar, such as made by Bose. You can try other manufacturers as well. So, the positive is that I do have sound in each room. But again, it is strictly functional, not high quality.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Not worth it
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I recently purchased the Sonos ceiling speakers, expecting top-notch sound quality for the price. Unfortunately, I was disappointed. The sound quality is comparable to what you might get from an Apple HomePod, it doesn’t stand out as anything exceptional. A bigger issue for me is how the sound travels—because the speakers are mounted in the ceiling, the audio carries upstairs into other rooms, making it feel like the speaker is in the room above. This has been quite disruptive in our home and makes the system unusable.
I would also recommend prospective buyers think about their options carefully. Since these speakers are mounted, they are not easily returned or swapped out if you end up disliking the product. Overall, I can’t say I’d recommend them, especially given the price and hassle involved.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Sonos Customer Care
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I'm truly sorry to hear that the Sonos Architectural ceiling speakers haven’t met your expectations, especially considering your anticipation of high-quality sound for the investment. Sound distribution can vary widely depending on room layout and ceiling structure, and we understand that hearing audio in unintended spaces can be frustrating.
To reduce sound travel, you might consider adjusting the speaker’s output settings through the Sonos app, especially if you've performed Trueplay tuning, which can help optimize sound quality based on your room’s unique acoustics. Additionally, if using these speakers with a Sonos Amp, tweaking the Amp’s bass and volume settings may help achieve a more contained audio experience.
We appreciate your candid feedback. If there's anything further we can assist with, please don’t hesitate to reach out at support.sonos.com