These Sonos Architectural In-Ceiling Speakers are perfect for homeowners seeking a premium, discreet audio solution that integrates seamlessly into their smart home ecosystem. They deliver natural, room-filling sound, enhanced by Sonos' Trueplay tuning, for an immersive audio experience. The main consideration is that they are passive speakers and require a separate amplifier, ideally a Sonos Amp, for full functionality and optimal performance.
Discreet In-Ceiling Design: Integrates flush with your ceiling for a clean aesthetic, delivering high-quality sound without visible clutter.
Sonance Collaboration: Engineered and custom-tuned in partnership with Sonance for superior acoustic performance.
Trueplay Tuning: Optimizes the sound for the unique acoustics of your room when paired with a Sonos Amp.
Sonos Ecosystem Integration: Enjoy multiroom audio, control via the Sonos app, and Apple AirPlay 2 compatibility, creating a unified home sound system.
Room-Filling Sound: 6-inch speakers provide natural, expansive audio quality throughout your space.
Passive Design (Pair): Sold as a pair, these speakers are passive and require connection to an external amplifier for power and audio signal.
Discreet aesthetics and virtually invisible sound source
High-fidelity, natural room-filling sound
Trueplay optimization for tailored acoustics with Sonos Amp
Seamless integration into the Sonos multiroom ecosystem
Easy control via the Sonos app and Apple AirPlay 2 support
Durable and designed for long-term integration
Requires a separate amplifier (Sonos Amp highly recommended) for operation
Professional installation is often recommended, adding to overall cost
Passive design means no built-in wireless capabilities; relies on the amplifier
Initial setup cost for the full Sonos ecosystem can be significant
Discreet aesthetics and virtually invisible sound source
High-fidelity, natural room-filling sound
Trueplay optimization for tailored acoustics with Sonos Amp
Seamless integration into the Sonos multiroom ecosystem
Easy control via the Sonos app and Apple AirPlay 2 support
Durable and designed for long-term integration
Requires a separate amplifier (Sonos Amp highly recommended) for operation
Professional installation is often recommended, adding to overall cost
Passive design means no built-in wireless capabilities; relies on the amplifier
Initial setup cost for the full Sonos ecosystem can be significant
These Sonos Architectural In-Ceiling Speakers are designed to blend into your living space while providing exceptional audio. Here are some ways to maximize their performance:
Immersive Home Theater: Integrate these speakers as rear surrounds for a Sonos Arc or Beam soundbar, powered by a Sonos Amp. This setup creates a truly immersive movie-watching experience where sound comes from all directions, drawing you deeper into the action.
Ambient Background Music: Install a pair in a kitchen, dining area, or bedroom to provide high-quality background music that complements your decor without visual intrusion. The Sonos app allows effortless control of playback, volume, and grouping with other Sonos speakers from any room.
Whole-Home Audio: Combine multiple pairs of these in-ceiling speakers in different rooms, each powered by an individual Sonos Amp. This allows you to enjoy synchronized multiroom audio, playing the same music throughout your home for parties or different content in various zones, all managed seamlessly over WiFi.
Acoustic Optimization: Utilize the Trueplay tuning feature (available when paired with a Sonos Amp) to analyze your room's unique dimensions and furnishings. This advanced calibration adjusts the speakers' output, ensuring balanced, natural sound tailored precisely to your specific listening environment, minimizing acoustic anomalies and enhancing clarity.
Physical Installation: These speakers require careful installation into your ceiling. Ensure you have adequate ceiling space and access for wiring. It is highly recommended to consult a qualified installer or a professional electrician for safe and proper mounting and wiring.
Wiring: Connect the speakers to a compatible amplifier (e.g., Sonos Amp) using appropriate gauge speaker wire. Pay close attention to positive (+) and negative (-) polarity for correct audio phasing at both the speaker terminals and the amplifier's output.
Sonos App Configuration: Once securely installed and wired to your Sonos Amp, power on the Amp. Open the Sonos app on your smartphone or tablet. Follow the on-screen prompts to add the Sonos Amp and its connected in-ceiling speakers to your existing Sonos system or create a new one.
Trueplay Tuning: After adding the speakers, use the Sonos app's Trueplay feature (iOS device required) to calibrate the speakers to your room's acoustics. This involves walking around the room with your mobile device while the app plays test tones, optimizing sound for your unique space.
These passive speakers are specifically designed to work optimally with the Sonos Amp. Using a Sonos Amp unlocks features like Trueplay tuning, impedance matching for up to four Sonos Architectural speakers per Amp, and seamless integration into the Sonos multiroom ecosystem.
They are fully compatible with the Sonos app for control and support Apple AirPlay 2 for streaming audio directly from Apple devices.
While other stereo amplifiers can power these passive speakers, they will not offer the integrated smart features or Trueplay tuning of the Sonos Amp.
Cleaning: Gently wipe the speaker grilles and surrounding surfaces with a dry, lint-free cloth to remove dust. Avoid using harsh chemical cleaners, abrasive materials, or excessive moisture, as these can damage the speaker components or finish.
Grille Maintenance: Periodically inspect the grilles for any dust buildup that might obstruct sound. If necessary, you can carefully remove the grilles (following installation instructions) and gently brush them clean, ensuring they are securely reattached afterwards.
Environmental: Ensure the speakers are not exposed to extreme temperatures or high humidity environments, as this is an indoor product. Refer to Sonos Architectural Outdoor Speakers for outdoor applications.