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The Play: 1 is the most compact Sonos wireless speaker that lets you use the Sonos app to control and enjoy all the music you want all over your home (see Explore Play: 1 for more information).
New to Sonos?
Download the app from the app store on your mobile device. Open the app and we'll guide you through setup. If you're using a computer, get the app at www.sonos.com/support/downloads.
For the latest system requirements and compatible audio formats, go to http://faq.sonos.com/specs.
Already have Sonos?
You can easily add new speakers anytime (up to 32).
Just plug in the speaker, open the app and tap > Settings > Add a Player or Sub.
If you're using a computer, go to Manage > Add a Player or Sub.
You can put your speaker just about anywhere. For maximum enjoyment, we have a few guidelines:
Play and control your music using the Sonos app or the controls.
![]() | Volume Up (+) Volume Down (-) | Press to adjust the volume. |
![]() | Play/Pause |
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Speaker status | For more information, see http://faq.sonos.com/led. |
Threaded mounting hole 1/4 inch / 20-thread | The Play: 1 has an integrated mounting hole so it can be wall-mounted (mounting bracket not included.) See Wall mount for more information. |
Ethernet port | Use the supplied Ethernet cable if you want to connect to a router, computer, or network-attached storage (NAS) device (optional). |
AC power (mains) input | Use only the supplied power cord (using a third-party power cord will void your warranty). Insert the power cord firmly until it is flush with the speaker. |
Open the Sonos app and tap to play your music.
For a full list of the music choices available in your country, go to www.sonos.com/music. For more information about playing music, check out our mobile app product guide at www.sonos.com/guides.
Every room is different. With Trueplay tuning, you can put your speakers wherever you want. Trueplay analyzes room size, layout, décor, speaker placement, and any other acoustic factors that can impact sound quality. Then it adjusts how each woofer and tweeter produces sound in that room (works on mobile devices running iOS 8 or later).
Tap > Settings > Room Settings. Pick a room and tap Trueplay Tuning to get started.
Note: Trueplay tuning isn't available if VoiceOver is enabled on your iOS device. If you want to tune your speakers, first turn VoiceOver off in your device settings.
Sonos speakers ship with the equalization settings preset to provide the optimal playback experience. You can change the sound settings (bass, treble, balance, or loudness) to suit your personal preferences.
You can pair two Sonos speakers in the same room to create a wider stereo experience. One speaker serves as the left channel and one serves as the right channel.
Note: The Sonos speakers in a stereo pair must be the same type.
On a mobile device:
After you pair your speakers, the room name includes (L + R).
On a computer:
On a mobile device:
On a computer:
Turn two Sonos speakers (same model) into separate right and left channels for your home theater.
Note: If you create a room group or stereo pair instead, you won't have surround sound.
On a mobile device:
On a computer:
When you add your speakers as surrounds, surround sound is optimized for your room. You can adjust these settings:
Surrounds | Turn surround sound On or Off. |
TV Level | Adjust surround volume for TV audio. |
Music Level | Adjust surround volume for music. |
Music Playback | Ambient (subtle) or Full (louder, full range). Doesn't apply to TV audio. |
Balance Surround Speakers (iOS) | Manually balance your surround speakers. |
On a mobile device:
On a computer:
If the speakers were part of your Sonos system before you added them as surrounds, they'll revert back to their previous room names. Otherwise, they'll appear as Unused in Rooms.
On a mobile device:
On a computer:
Your Sonos speakers and the mobile device with the Sonos app need to be on the same Wi-Fi network.
Setting up Sonos on your home Wi-Fi is the answer for most homes. You just need:
Note: Satellite internet access may cause playback issues.
Connect a Sonos Boost or speaker to your router with an Ethernet cable if:
Note: For uninterrupted playback, use and Ethernet cable to connect the computer or NAS drive that has your music library files to your router.
If you purchase a new router or change your internet service provider (ISP), you'll need to restart your Sonos products after the router is installed.
Note: If you keep a Sonos product connected to your router and an ISP technician connects it to the new router, then you'll only need to restart your other Sonos products.
If you change your network password (and you don't have a Sonos product connected to your router), you'll need to update the password in the Sonos app.
Once the password is accepted you can unplug the speaker from the router and move it back to its original location.
The Sonos Play: 1 has a standard 1/4"-20 threaded mounting socket. If desired, you can easily wall mount your Play: 1 using a suitable mounting bracket (not included). Simply choose a location that's close to an electrical outlet (power cord length is 2m), taking care to avoid heat, steam, dripping water or hidden wiring, and follow the instructions included with the wall mount kit. You can hang it right side up (control buttons on top) or upside down (control buttons on the bottom).
Note: Be sure the wall mount bracket you purchase will support at least 8lbs. (3.6 kgs) and has a 1/4"-20 threaded post.
Your Sonos speakers are designed to stay on; they use minimal electricity when not in use.
Feature | Description |
Audio | |
Amplifier | Two Class-D digital amplifiers |
Tweeter | One tweeter creates a crisp and accurate high frequency response |
Mid-Woofer | One mid-woofer ensures the faithful reproduction of mid-range frequencies crucial for accurate playback of vocals and instruments, as well as delivery of deep, rich bass |
Stereo Pair setting | Turns two Play: 1s into separate left and right channel speakers |
5.1 Home Theater | Add two Play: 1 speakers to a Sonos home theatre and SUB for a true surround sound experience |
Music | |
Audio Formats Supported | Support for compressed MP3, AAC (without DRM), WMA without DRM (including purchased Windows Media downloads), AAC (MPEG4), AAC+, Ogg Vorbis, Apple Lossless, Flac (lossless) music files, as well as uncompressed WAV and AIFF files. Native support for 44.1kHz sample rates. Additional support for 48kHz, 32kHz, 24kHz, 22kHz, 16kHz, 11kHz, and 8kHz sample rates. MP3 supports all rates except 11kHz and 8kHz.
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Music Services Supported | Sonos works seamlessly with most music services, including Apple Music™, Deezer, Google Play Music, Pandora, Spotify and Radio by TuneIn, as well as downloads from any service offering DRM-free tracks. Service availability varies by region. For a complete list, see http://www.sonos.com/music. |
Internet Radio Supported | Streaming MP3, HLS/AAC, WMA |
Album Art Supported | JPEG, PNG, BMP, GIF |
Playlists Supported | Rhapsody, iTunes, WinAmp, and Windows Media Player (.m3u, .pls, .wpl) |
Networking* | |
Wireless Connectivity | Connects to your home Wi-Fi network with any 802.11 b/g/n router. 802.11n only network configurations are not supported—you can either change the router settings to 802.11 b/g/n or connect a Sonos product to your router. |
SonosNet™ Extender | Functions to extend and enhance the power of SonosNet, a secure AES encrypted, peer-to-peer wireless mesh network dedicated exclusively for Sonos to reduce Wi-Fi interference. |
Ethernet Port | One 10/100Mbps Ethernet port allows a connection to your network or to other Sonos speakers. |
General | |
Power Supply | 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, auto-switchable |
Top Panel Buttons | Volume and Play/Pause. Press Play/Pause button once to start or stop the music; twice to skip to the next track |
Top Panel LED | Indicates Play: 1 status |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 6.36 x 4.69 x 4.69 (in) / 161.45 x 119.7 X 119.7 (mm) |
Threaded mount | Standard 1/4"-20 threaded mounting socket |
Weight | 4.08 lb (1.85 kg) |
Operating Temperature | 32º to 104º F (0º to 40º C) |
Storage Temperature | 4º to 158º F (-20º to 70º C) |
Humidity Resistant | Designed to withstand high-humidity, such as in a bathroom with a running shower. (The Play: 1 is not waterproof or water-resistant.) |
Product Finish | White with light metallic grille; black with graphite grille |
* Specifications subject to change without notice.
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