Testseek.com have collected 144 expert reviews of the Sonos PlayBar soundbar and the average rating is 85%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sonos PlayBar soundbar.
April 2013
(85%)
144 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(82%)
28 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
This is one of the best sounding speakers in our review
SONOS platform is ideal for music lovers
Discrete 5.1 surround from compatible sources
Elegant looks
Wireless operation
A model of simplicity
Very good sound overall
Considering size
Simple connection and set-up
Nice looking and nice personality
Flexible installation
SONOS app puts the world of music at your fingertips
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 ad
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.
Full sound without a subwoofe
Excellent for musi
Support for most streaming music services
Ease of setup and use
Offers true wireless 5.1
Fantastic sound for movies and TV
Big whoop
Right? We came here to hear
And the Playbar doesn't disappoint. In tests with an assortment of audio sources
Including a live telecast of the Oscars
A Bluray of Skyfall
Uncharted 3 on a PS3
And lots of songs streamed from Pandora and Songz
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
Music sounds like music
Natural and full
But still with plenty of space. Ease of use and setup is unparalleled
As expected from Sonos. Why isn't anyone out there competing with them?
Great sound
Stylish
Useful sound modes
Simple set up
Great
Room-filling sound for a soundbar
Top-notch build quality
Easy as pie setup
Its own music server
Integrates with Sonos environment
Controllable via smartphone
The editors didn't like
It doesn't have any other connectivity other than Wi-Fi
Expensive
Single optical input
No DTS decoding
Limited by TVs in getting discrete 5.1 sound
Needs mo bass
Gets a bit congested at high volumes
Could use a second fiberoptic input and DTS support
Limited by TV's ability to pass through 5.1 surround
A little pricey
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
Requires wired Ethernet unless you already have a Sonos Bridge. No hardware remote control. Highly processed sound isn't for purists
Expensiv
No Bluetooth connectivity
No 3.5mm input
Apps feel clunky
Over-reliant on optical audio
Not ideal for music listening
Lacks a dedicated remote. Like all Sonos gear
It's priced to make you cry. Not much bass
Unless you add the company's 0 subwoofer (more tears). Requires an Ethernet connection or Sonos Bridge
Pricier than the competition – even pricier with a subwoofer
Single input woefully limits flexibility
In large rooms (18 ft distance from TV to viewer) the stereo field felt a bit narrow
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Published: 2013-05-06, Author: Alfred , review by: techgoondu.com
Abstract: The box carrying the Sonos Playbar, like most sound bars for the living room, is pretty big. But unpack it, strip away the protective foam, and the speaker system is a nice size that fits under most 42- or 47-inch TVs common in Singapore homes.Similarly, ...
Published: 2013-10-10, Author: Nick , review by: tbreak.ae
The Sonos Playbar is truly a gorgeous piece of equipment with exceptional audio quality when compared to other soundbars on the market. But its lack of alternate inputs and high price tag means that you'll need to really think carefully before investing...
La barra de sonido SONOS Playbar es una solución que presenta un bonito diseño y un gran manejo, siendo interesante para los que anden faltos de espacio o simplemente no queran llenar su estancia de receptor, cajas, etc. Lamentablemente su estética no vie...
Abstract: Sonos se apuntaba a tener su propia barra de sonido para colocar junto o bajo el televisor principal de casa y en Xataka México ya hemos podido probarlo con detenimiento . En nuestra prueba del Sonos Playbar hay que destacar el diseño, minimalista y cuid...
Published: 2013-03-10, Author: Eva , review by: tuexperto.com
Abstract: Sonos Playbar es una barra de sonido o proyector de sonido diseñada para disfrutar tanto del cine en casa, como de la música en estéreo. Ofrece resultados sonoros de alta fidelidad con un producto muy simple de instalar, que sólo requiere dos cables: u...
Conectividad WiFi, Compatibilidad con servicios de música, Claridad de frecuencias medias y altas, Compatible con el ecosistema Sonos
Precio, Gasto adicional del Sonos Bridge para una mejor experiencia, Frecuencias bajas sin mucha profundidad, Necesidad de un dispositivo externo para configurar
Abstract: On le sait, c'est un fait accepté par tous maintenant, les TV actuelles, de plus en plus fines, ont un son déplorable. Si certains s'en accommodent encore, beaucoup d'entre vous sont à la recherche, presque graalesque, du bon son pour regarder le Blueray...
Un packaging soigné Un design et des finitions de qualité La complémentarité Playbar & Sub, Un son spatial et puissant, Une fiabilité à toute épreuve,
La faiblesse de la connectique, La configuration désespérante, Un mode Surround peu convaincant, Une interface de gestion indigeste, Un rendu musical perfectible
Si beau et bien packagé le combo Playbar & Sub est un duo d'enfer qui apportera une nouvelle dimension sonore à votre salon. Néanmoins, la complexité de la prise en main et la légèreté de sa connectique en font des objets réservés aux fans de la marque...
Abstract: Multiroom… L'un des marchés les plus en vogue depuis quelques mois. Sonos en est le précurseur et le leader depuis de nombreuses années, et de plus en plus de marques proposent leurs solutions, comme LG , Denon , Bose , Harman Kardon , B&O , Geneva , Sams...
