Sonos Five is a 2-way Powered Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Sonos. It was released in June 2020. The built-in power amplifier saves space & eliminates the need to connect Sonos Five to a stereo receiver or external power amp. It features a 3 x 0.8" Dome Tweeter and 3 x 2.75" Cone Woofer. Sonos Five has an MSRP of 1098$ per pair.
Frequency Response of the Sonos Five Speaker
Sonos Five has a Frequency response range of . With a minimum frequency of Hz, Five delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.
Here we have a comparison of how Five's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
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Sonos Five Back View
Handheld Remote
Sonos Five comes with a handheld remote which is obviously very useful to control your powered speakers from a distance.
Bluetooth Connectivity
Sonos Five doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to play music via bluetooth, you need to attach a bluetooth receiver to your Sonos Five. Five can playback up to 16-bit / 44.1kHz with compatible devices.
Supported Streaming Services
Sonos Five supports the following Streaming Services:
- Amazon Music
- Apple Music
- Pandora
- iHeart Radio
- Qobuz
- Spotify
- SiriusXM
- Tidal
- TuneIn
- YouTube Music
Supported Wireless Streaming System
Sonos Five supports the following wireless streaming methods:
- Apple AirPlay 2
- Sonos (S2)
Inputs and Outputs
- 3.5mm Minijack Input
- Optional Wireless Subwoofer Output
- Ethernet Port
Sonos Five Connections
Sonos Five External Dimensions and Weight
Sonos Five has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 7.9375 x 14.3125 x 6.875inch (201.6 x 363.5 x 174.6mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of Sonos Five is approximately 634.7cm2 / 98.4inch2.
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WeightThe Sonos Five weighs 6.40kg / 14.1lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Five's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
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Weight
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Sonos Five - Top View
Cabinet type and Materials
Sonos Five has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Sonos Five - Side View
Port Position
Sonos Five is a front-firing port speaker, which gives you more flexibility compared to rear firing speakers when you need to place it close against a wall or other surfaces.
Wall Mounting
Five doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
What's in the Box of Sonos Five?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Five:
- Wireless audio speaker
- 6.5-feet AC power cord
- Quickstart Guide
- Important Safety Information
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Sonos Five.
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find more affordable options too.
- Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.
- Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Sonos Five speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Sonos Five
Warranty
1 Year of parts warranty and 1 Year of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.