Sonos Beam (Gen 2) - White

Dolby Atmos is an audio technology that creates a multi-dimensional sound experience. The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) uses advanced processing to create a virtualized Dolby Atmos experience, projecting sound horizontally and vertically around you from a single soundbar, making effects like overhead sounds audible.

Yes, the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is part of the Sonos ecosystem. You can add a Sonos Sub for deeper bass or a pair of compatible Sonos speakers (like Sonos One SLs) as rear surrounds for a more complete, true surround sound experience.

No, the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) does not support Bluetooth connectivity for audio streaming. It relies on Wi-Fi for high-quality audio streaming, including Apple AirPlay 2 for direct streaming from Apple devices.

Once set up through the Sonos app, you can use your voice to control the Beam (Gen 2) by speaking commands to Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. This includes playing music, adjusting volume, checking weather, or controlling smart home devices.

Sonos TruePlay is a software feature that measures how sound reflects off walls, furnishings, and other surfaces in a room, then fine-tunes your Sonos speaker to ensure it sounds great no matter where it's placed. While not strictly required for operation, it's highly recommended for optimizing sound performance, though it requires an iOS device for the calibration process.

To clean the Sonos Beam (Gen 2), use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth to gently wipe the surfaces and the perforated grill. Avoid using any liquid cleaners or chemical sprays directly on the soundbar.

The primary difference is that the Beam (Gen 2) supports Dolby Atmos for a more immersive virtual surround sound experience. It also features a faster processor and an updated perforated grille design, offering enhanced audio processing for a richer soundstage compared to the Gen 1.

Ensure the HDMI cable is securely connected to your TV's HDMI ARC/eARC port and the Beam. Check your TV's audio output settings to ensure it's set to external speakers or ARC/eARC. Confirm the Beam is powered on and connected to Wi-Fi via the Sonos app.

Run Sonos TruePlay tuning if you have an iOS device; this optimizes the sound for your room's acoustics. Ensure the Beam is positioned correctly, not obstructed, and check audio settings in the Sonos app for any enhancements like 'Dialogue Enhancement' or 'Night Sound' that might alter the perceived immersion. Also verify your TV's audio output settings for Dolby Atmos support.

Verify the microphone on the Beam is not muted (check the LED indicator). Ensure the Beam has a strong Wi-Fi connection. Check the Sonos app to confirm that the voice assistant is correctly linked and enabled. Try re-linking the voice assistant account if the issue persists.

Ensure your Wi-Fi network is active and strong where the Beam is located. Try restarting your Wi-Fi router. Move the Beam closer to the router temporarily or try a different location to rule out interference. Follow the 'Add Product' steps in the Sonos app again carefully.

Activate the 'Dialogue Enhancement' feature in the Sonos app's audio settings for the Beam. Ensure the TruePlay tuning has been completed (if applicable). Check the source audio quality and your TV's internal sound settings.