Sonos Beam Gen 2
Best compact soundbar for movie lovers in smaller living rooms.
This is the definitive upgrade for anyone tired of muddy TV audio but unwilling to clutter their living room with a massive speaker system. It packs impressive, room-filling clarity into a footprint small enough to disappear under your screen, though you sacrifice the sheer physical scale of a dedicated surround setup.
$499.00
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Who it's for
- Movie lovers seeking cinematic sound in smaller living spaces
- Existing Sonos owners looking to expand their home audio network
- Design-conscious homeowners who prioritize a minimalist aesthetic
Who should skip it
- Home theater purists demanding the most authentic Dolby Atmos experience
- Users with older televisions lacking HDMI ARC or eARC support
- Action movie fans who want deep, room-shaking bass performance
Performance breakdown
Soundstage Width
Virtual surround processing creates a surprisingly expansive audio field for its size.
Voice Clarity
Dedicated center channel ensures dialogue remains crisp even during intense action scenes.
Setup Simplicity
The app-guided installation makes getting connected nearly effortless for any user.
Ecosystem Integration
Seamlessly syncs with other Sonos speakers for a cohesive whole-home audio experience.
Low-End Impact
Punchy for its footprint, though lacks the deep rumble of dedicated subwoofers.
Design Profile
Compact, low-profile chassis tucks neatly under most TVs without obstructing the screen.
Key Specs
Amplifiers
5 Class-D Amplifiers
Drivers
1 Center Tweeter, 4 Elliptical Midwoofers
Connectivity
WiFi (2.4 GHz 802.11/b/g/n), 10/100 Ethernet port
Audio Input
HDMI
Voice Control
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
AirPlay
AirPlay 2 compatible
Multi-room Audio Support
Yes
Speaker Type
Soundbar
Primary Use
Home Theater
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