Ikea Symfonisk wireless bookshelf speaker review. Sonos on a budget?

[@BBushell]

This is one of the best speaker reviews I have ever seen online. Quite accurate and comprehensive.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Wow - thanks so much Burt Bushell!

[@paulguilhem300]

I can agree

[@张朝波-y3c]

like the features, setup was difficult for some of my devices (August Door lock, kzbin.infoUgkxhB5YOMNj04GuoAosExygP4cH-dKeb4aB Bose speaker)... but all switches and outlets (5), thermostat, tankless water heater. Unfortunately all I can do is turn on/off Bose. It doesn't support volume or changing channels, but I believe that is due to the particular speaker I have.... Worth getting if you already have other devices to use it with... I don't sit around and ask Alexa questions much so that doesn't really matter to me....

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Great!

[@jamestripp5647]

If only every review on KZbin were as clear as this... thank you very much!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Many thanks James tripp!

[@bjrn-catoknutsen8909]

Thank you for a great review! Even the guy working at IKEA recommended me to watch your review before i bougt one. Keep up the good work 👍

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Think this has to be one of my favourite comments! Thank you!

[@maxflight777]

Imagine my surprise…. Of course he fucking would ! 🤔

[@erickquinonez9329]

Wow blown away, I’ve never seen a video so complete and comprehensive thank you so much!!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you so much Erick Quinonez!

[@lightsourcex]

This is such a good review because you do the entire Sonos setup. Something that is not always touched on. This is especially useful for people who don't already have Sonos.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Many thanks lightsourcex! Really glad you found it useful.

[@curtiscampi7613]

Its helpful for people who have been using Sonos as well, but havent explored many of it's features! I am one.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

@@curtiscampi7613 Oh good - thanks!

[@AGoodBuzz]

Great review. Love the way you shared the sound on all the units. I think the Symfonisk is a good buy. I will be buying 3 of them now thanks to your re view. The sound demo really set your review apart from all the other reviews I watched. Rather than having to rely on your stated opinion, you gave me the chance to hear for myself and make a decision. THANK YOU.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you AGoodBuzz - really appreciate the feedback

[@tedd6861]

Bought 4 yesterday, 3 bookshelf and one lamp. :)

[@Chedachz]

This is the best Symfonisk review out there, very thoroughly explained. Thank you.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you Chedachz!

[@AlexWhittemore]

Super useful review! I love being able to hear side by side that the Play:3 actually DOES sound a bit better out of the box compared to the One and Symfonisk. Great demonstration of the difference.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks Alex Whittemore - yes I really like my Play:3 ...

[@Ozymandi_as]

Admirably clear and informative: the side-by-side comparison was really helpful. Your review is a model of its kind. As someone already sold on Sonos, my answer to your closing questios are definitely yes, and yes! Good luck with your channel.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you Nigel Wrightson! Really appreciate the feedback - and thanks for the support 👍!

[@PetriAho]

I recently wanted to test Sonos system and bought the Move, which I've liked quite a bit. It actually makes it possible to lug it around to whichever room I happen to occupy. On Black friday I jumped on Beam as well for kids room TV and considering the Symfonisk to complement it as surround speakers. They really seem like perfect fit for that. Thanks for great review!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you Petri Aho! 🤣 It's such a slippery slope! These Ikea speakers are a great option for expanding an existing system without spending too much! I am hoping to get a Move in to review at some point - how do you find it?

[@peterroycroft]

Wow, what an outstanding review. So comprehensive and so much info packed into the amount of time. Off to watch your review of the Ikea Symfonisk lamp now.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks again Peter Roycroft!

[@Driver2616]

I found that the volume level drops unprompted, in this speaker when you use AirPlay as opposed to playing music through the Sonos App. It’s not a major drop in volume but I did have to turn increase the volume when using AirPlay, so to eliminate that I just use the Sonos App now. Has anyone else experienced that? BTW Gidon, all your speaker review videos are top notch, really clear and easy to understand. 👍🏼

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you Driver2616 - appreciate it! I haven't really noticed that - but will have to investigate!

[@Beefers26]

Excellent, thorough review. I like the look (and sound) of the lamp version, especially the dark one.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks Beefers26! Yes spent 20 mins in Ikea deciding between black and white! Should have the review of the lamp out next week ...

[@Beefers26]

The Technology Man Excellent. I’ll look forward to seeing that one.

[@jaynenxo8019]

First time viewer, the detail and professionalism in this video is next-level... not that you "have to" be professional on KZbin, but it's nice that you choose to dedicate this level of effort to your videos.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Wow, thank you - really appreciate the feedback!

[@OliPutland]

Very concise thorough and quick. Wish other people reviewed things like this.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks so much Oli!

[@myHomeKithome]

Airplay 2 and HomeKit support is amazing!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Very nifty - if you happen to be using Apple stuff!

[@Direhorn]

Very comprehensive review. Thank you. I was about to buy the Sonos lamp speaker from Ikea but then I realized that it has no bluetooth.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you Direhorn! Unfortunately the only Sonos speaker that has Bluetooth is the rather expensive Sonos Move.

[@themorganator]

incredibly useful review (it must have taken you ages!) Many thanks!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you MR-MB! My reviews do take far too long - but really glad you found it helpful!

[@q3b26]

I was in IKEA last year and came across a Symfonisk Bookshelf in the Bargain Corner for £60. It was brand new with accessories just the box had been opened, a speaker wasn't even on my radar but I love it so much it was well worth the price and I'm glad I bought it. I want to get another Sonos, don't know whether to go for another Symfonisk or a Sonos:One.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Well if you buy another Bookshelf - you have the ability to set them up as a stereo pair. But the Sonos One has built in voice support ...

[@mattsinvegas]

Fantastic video review. Thanks! We’ve bought the SYMFONISK lamp and book speakers. They are amazing and well worth the money

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Many thanks kangarooar15! Very nice setup!

[@johnlin2800]

Subscribed! By far the best review about the Symfonisk. Thank goodness! Clear and succinct. All others reviews on KZbin about this product have been useless or a waste of time...

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks Jon Lin! That's a super helpful comment - that's what I aim for in these videos so really glad you found it useful! And thanks for the support!

[@stevelovescars]

Very nice thorough review. I do get a kick out of the fact that you can buy mounting brackets to use the bookshelf speaker as a bookshelf. We've been using a single Sonos Play:1 for a couple of years and have been impressed by the sound quality and simplicity of their app. I could just about buy two of these for the price of an additional Sonos.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you Steve Haas! A stereo pair sounds great!

[@john240474]

Brilliant review. Very informative with good quality sound test comparison. Thank you 😊 👍🏻

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you John Gravett! And thanks for the feedback!

[@awdphotography8846]

the sound between the one and the ikea products show a minimal difference. But the play 3 does leave both for dust as a singular unit.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Yes absolutely - the fact you can hear it even in my recording is telling!

[@camilaf365]

The best review, full of details!!! Thanks for showing us the speakers working.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you - glad you liked it!

[@krimdasimda6540]

One of the best reviews on Symfonisk and compare to others I have ever seen :)

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks so much Krimda Simda!

[@holysht2462]

This is brilliant and covers basically anything I was wondering. Thanks so much 👍

[@TheTechnologyMan]

That's great many thanks!

[@crybo]

Best review yet, subbed and just off to IKEA to get one.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks crybo and thanks for the support! Let us know how you find it ...

[@lightinthedark_]

Did you see the new Sonos speaker announced? It has a battery/charging dock and is BT or Wifi! Also, if you use Google Play Music, Sonos are Chromecast targets. But that doesn't work with any other music services on Android.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

I think that would be one popular speaker - look forward to taking a look at that!

[@Joseph_JoJo440]

Thanks for that. Such a difficult choice but very informative!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you paulrandall1! Glad it helped a bit!

[@Marlow925]

I don't agree with your comment, that the bookshelf speaker could be the replacement for the now discontinued Play:3. Also the sound comparison at the end really shows how much richer the sound out of the Play:3 over the others is, which is not odd .. because somebody actually took a bookshelf speaker apart and found out .. it is a Play 1 in hardware. As your review is 11 months old, a lot has happened since. The portable and bluetooth capable speaker you crawed for has arrived: the Sonos Move. Some say it is the replacement for the Play:3. And while it can be paired as a stereo pair, it leaves a gap in the market: in a room that is a bit larger .. where you would choose Play:3s as surrounds to be teamed up with a Soundbar and a Sub you now either have to go with Play:5s, which is a pricey option. Having said all that: i have 4 of the lamps and 4 of the bookshelf speakers and I find them excellent. 2 of the lamps and 2 of the bookshelf speakers as surrounds teamed up with soundbars and then other 2 of each paired up in stereo pairs. The wifi range seems to be a bit limited, so either make sure a router is nearby or make sure that one of the speakers in the same room is cabled. Otherwise, they are the cheapest entry level into the Sonos addiction there is.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Yes the portable Move was announced literally 2 days after I released this video! The Play:3 does sound a lot better I agree.

[@LeiChat]

Really great review/comparison, thank you. Well produced video and it was easy to hear/understand you. Was considering adding one of these in a kitchen/diner where we already have an old Play 3 but you mentioned the stereo pair feature only works with the same model of speaker so may have to relocate the Play 3 elsewhere and install a pair of these bookshelf speakers. 👍

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks! Yes you only get stereo with two identical speakers.

[@jasonspencer9246]

So many people are putting down the symfonisk. But I've just purchased mine and it's every bit as good as the sonos and the styling is better . There's another YT video that shows you the internal parts are exactly the same . It's a shame they down let you try your own music in store . But the risk was worth it and I am going to buy a second unit

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Yes I like mine too - and I have other Sonos speakers.

[@iu1191]

What a fab video. Really thorough and informative as well as entertaining. Liked it a lot. I am a Sonos user and have been toying with the idea of a playbar with two play 1's as rear speakers. These bookshelf speakers could sub in for the play 1s and save me a considerable amount while being just as effective. Also, I have been thinking of putting a play 1 in the bedroom or kitchen and this could sub in for either place. These are not the rooms where I am going to do critical listening so do not need the very best sound but would benefit from something better than a portable Bluetooth speaker. For 99pounds this is a real steal. Thanks for the incredibly informative video and demonstrations which I valued a great deal. You have won yourself a like and a subscriber with a clicked notification bell. Love what you do and am eager for more - probably going to trawl your channel for more of your past work. Keep doing it, as you make informative videos - more humour will generally keep your audience engaged for longer but your style does that work now anyway - at least it did for me. Thanks again and I look forward to more!.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks Iyare Umweni - really appreciate the support, and the feedback!

[@iu1191]

@@TheTechnologyMan You're welcome. Just watched the video again. Really helpful the second time. In the meantime, I bought one and it is perfect as a kitchen speaker. I don't need audiophile levels of audio quality but do want to have good quality audio for music and podcasts etc. For that it is excellent. I have added the Sonos skill to Alexa so I can just say to my phone - play music in the kitchen and out the music come s. Also, I can say Play Radio 5 live in the kitchen and I am connected to the BBC. The Sonos app for Android allows me to play music which resides on my phone. So I can play that music on any Sonos speaker in the house, including this one. I suppose that gets me to Air-Play levels of convenience on Android (through an app at least haha) 😁. Android casting to WIFI speakers has never worked for me so far. For what I need - this speaker is perfect. I even rate it more than the lamp - not because of the sound as the sound of the lamp is superior but not so much as to change the use case of either. I would not want a lamp of this type in my kitchen as it would stand out too much and not match the rest of the kitchen. The bookshelf just fades into the background. I have it on top of the fridge. It is basically invisible which, in the kitchen, is what I wanted. Thanks again for the thorough review and the help it provides (especially as it continues to do so 😊). Also, it tickled me that you responded at all so well done - you did say you would!! Keep doing the good work!

[@musicvideos510]

A very comprehensive review. Thank you so much.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you EvilFox99!

[@gambitgambitgambit]

What a review man! 👏

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Appreciate the comment - thanks Gambit!

[@martinbrown6259]

Added two of these to my soundbar and sub for 5.1 surround, definitely not disappointed.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Good to hear - how are they mounted?

[@martinbrown6259]

@@TheTechnologyMan horizontal at rear corners of sidewalls and facing each other

[@Cryyysha1]

Wow this must take a lot of work. Thank you so much for the comparison! Kudos to you 😊

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you CRH1 and for the support - much appreciated! And I'm very glad it helped.

[@MrMalmquist]

Great review with showing the differens between the speakers in the app direct!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you Patrik Malmquist - glad you liked that!

[@djvincon]

Woow! Very well rounded review thanks alot.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you djvincon - really appreciate the comment!

[@mikecheca2155]

New idol. The best review I've ever seen. Fast and precise👌 I like this rafher than longer reviews and lack of other specs. Suprisingly this review is superb👌

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you again MikMikMoto Vlogs!

[@TeflonBeast]

Really good review. I’ve just bought a pair of the shelves to be surrounds with a Beam in bedroom. Music will be set to “ambient” my I have ONEs as surrounds elsewhere so double use of shelf/looks was the deciding factor. Great to know they will do good for sound too.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you TeflonBeast - sounds a great setup!

[@unclnis]

Excellent video & editing, thanks a lot

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Many thanks for the comment unclnis - really appreciate it!

[@Yiannis021174]

Sonos One sounds a bit sibilant actually... 13:03 ('s..' sounds a bit sharp) and in general the high hats sound quite piercing in comparison to the IKEA bookshelf.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

👍

[@EgonSpengler1977]

Why I haven’t found your channel before really good dude thanks 👍

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks Egon Spengler!

[@TheEcorristine]

Very well detailed, just saved me €200. Many thanks

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Great to hear thanks!

[@Christopher02066]

Really great video and very informative! Thank you!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks Christopher McKnight - really glad you found it useful! Accompanying lamp review coming out tomorrow hopefully!

[@MrDja007]

Sonos have since released a mobile speaker, the Sonos Move which comes with a charging base. It has received positive reviews on Sonos forums.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Yes they announced this just after I published the video! I was meant to get a sample to review but never did. I will still try and review it at some stage.

[@tomdrums4607]

This was a very good review. Well done!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Great I'm very glad it helped!

[@putrataulan2960]

I love your review.. Thanks.. im inclined to buy the bookshelf as im about to try the sonos system... and its within my budget.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you Surya Putra Taulan! Not sure you can go far wrong with the Bookshelf speaker - great starting point for Sonos. And if you don't like it, Ikea have a pretty decent returns policy.

[@mauriciomesa6455]

Excellent walkthrough! I prefer using AirPlay to maintain the original app’s user experience. A trick to connect to AirPlay using iOS home app, the required PIN number is hidden behind the speaker (why?)

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you Mauricio Mesa - and for the tip!

[@SurfingAD]

Great review, learnt alot!! Think it is probably the most informative video I have seen on Sonos products. ps your pace is perfect. Just purchased a playbar and now considering my options for rear surround sound. Out of the book shelf, lamp and ones(with or without mic) which would you rate as best for sound quality? (Ignoring price) Also while I have only had the playbar 2 weeks I found I can change volume settings with my android phone using the "hey Google" option. Works well so no need to spend on an echo etc.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks SurfingAD! I do slightly prefer the sound of the One's but for rear speakers I'd probably go for two of the bookshelf's for their value! Especially if it's only playing the rear section of a 5.1 setup. Use the saved money for a Sub - that really makes a difference but very expensive. Nice tip on the Android phone 👍.

[@brunooliveiramazza]

Great comparison, buddy. Tks for that!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

No problem thanks Bruno Mazza!

[@exclusivelynyc]

Excellent, excellent review!!! Thank you for sharing!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you exclusivelynyc!

[@iamdrhunk]

Great review, loved it. I wanna know how much difference in sound (bass & clarity) does the Sonos One 2nd gen and the Lamp Speaker has? I don't own any Sonos device yet. This would be my first Sonos purchase.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks iamdrhunk! They sound pretty similar - I just find the Sonos One has a little more clarity.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

I’d love to know your thoughts - please leave a comment down below. Would you pay the extra for a Sonos Play:1 or even Sonos One with its built in voice support? Or is the lamp worth the extra money? If you already have Sonos - would you add this speaker to your system? Timestamps below: 0:00 Intro* 0:35 Overview*, unboxing 0:51 Build, dimensions, controls 1:32 Ports (Ethernet and power) 1:40 Portrait bookend mode, landscape bookshelf mode 1:55 Wall bracket accessory 2:11 Initial setup*, new Sonos system 3:11 Adding to an existing system 3:35 Trueplay tuning for iOS 4:00 Adding music services 4:05 Adding local music from computer or NAS 4:38 Adding voice support with Amazon Alexa (Google Home also supported) 5:20 Adding Siri support via Apple Home 5:47 WiFi versus Bluetooth* pros and cons 6:03 Sound from KZbin video with Android (third party solution) 6:16 With Apple devices can use AirPlay 7:14 Sonos app*, as music player and controller. Searching across music services 7:35 Playing radio stations 7:46 Playing podcasts 8:10 Speaker controls 8:24 Music queue 8:40 Alarm feature 9:00 Room settings, EQ settings, stereo pair, rear speakers for home theatre 9:30 Grouping speakers for a multi-room system 9:56 Grouping with older non-AirPlay Sonos speakers 10:21 Sound quality & performance* 10:34 Removing speaker grill revealing driver, tweeter, bass port 10:44 Sound quality vs Symfonisk lamp, Sonos One, Play:3 & Soundcore Motion+ 11:32 Directional sound 11:42 Adjusting EQ settings 11:54 Wireless range 12:15 Sound test recorded with binaural microphones. Trueplay off, default EQ with Loundness on. Compared against: Symfonisk lamp, Sonos One, Play:3 & Soundcore Motion+ 14:19 Conclusions* *Sections

[@GabrielAubry514]

I already own a Sonos Beam so I'm heavily inclined to adding a pair of bookshelf Symfonisk speakers to have 5.0 surround sound at an affordable price. Your review helped me confirm that I don't need Ones or Play:1 speakers to do the job.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Sorry I missed this - do you go for that? Tempted myself with my Sonos Playbar ... Get two shelves too 😃.

[@_preech_]

Super good video, good sound comparison using the stereo mic. Have my sub my good man

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you neeko - and for the support!

[@plainlake]

Well made review, to the point and informative.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you very much plainlake!

[@taphazoj4]

Amazing review, very informative

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you so much taphazoj4!

[@naveenpuskur]

Great review and learned few things about Sonos App as well. Already have Sonos one, between Sonos play1 and Ikea Bookshelf which is best to pair ?

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks Naveen Puskur! It'll have to be another Sonos One - you can only pair with identical Sonos speakers. But you could buy two Ikea speakers for a stereo pair in another room for around the same price!

[@josiahgurnsey]

Great review! Very helpful. Thank you! Subscribed

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Awesome, thank you!

[@maxwroblewski]

Thanks for a great review. With the Symfonisk, will I be able to play lets say KZbin audio from my laptop? I just sold my Onyx Studio 5 which had amazing sound but wouldn't cooperate with the bluetooth protocol on my Macbook Pro. Have you heard the Onyx? How does the sound compare to the Symfonisk? Thanks for your time and effort with these reviews!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks Max Wroblewski! Only over AirPlay - otherwise you can use the app SonosTube that I use on my Sonos speakers that don't have AirPlay. I've not listened to the Onyx - but it's had a few mentions so may have to get one in!

[@tobywillats8993]

Great review mate!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you Toby Willats!

[@13innovation]

When will you work on a Sonos Move review? You requested a Portable Sonos option that supports blue tooth and there it is!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Sonos were going to send me a demo unit but never did. So will have to save up to buy one myself! It's not cheap! But thanks for the suggestion and reminder!

[@jk6640]

Really good review. Thanks a lot for that

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Great thanks Juergen Kulmer!

[@PatrickGuerrisi]

even though they are double the price I still prefer the small form factor of the Sonos one's

[@TheTechnologyMan]

I like the Sonos One too.

[@andrewperkin7192]

For me the fact you can buy two Sonos bookshelf speakers for the price closely a Sonos 1 and half the price of a Sonos 5/ home pod you get so much more Yes those speakers will sound better but no where near the aspects to stero pairing Sonos were very smart with that team up with IKEA loving my stero pair.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Yes I think that's it - two speakers sound great!

[@Lisa-io5vd]

Great review! Thank you so much!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

No problem thank you Lisa!

[@angzander8536]

I really like this review! I never own any of Sonos before. Is better to get the lamp or the Sonos one speaker? Which have better at your end?

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you Ang zander! I like having Alexa on the Sonos One - really depends if you need the lamp or not.

[@TheEezyNet]

Great review, all in one clip

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you TheEezyNet!

[@MickeyMishra]

Dude, YOU KNOCKED IT OUT OF THE PARK! You did EVERYTHING the Stupid Dancing people at IKEA could not even MANAGE to do. YOU ROCK MAN! Only thing I did not find was, if this supports P.O.E. (Power over Ethernet) That would make this Amazing!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you! Unfortunately no POE - that would have been nice!

[@ezas533]

didn't realize how much better the Play:3 was than the others, wonder why they discontinued it

[@TheTechnologyMan]

I'm not sure either - it was always a really popular speaker and they don't really have anything that directly replaces it.

[@Schweigardt]

@@TheTechnologyMan just bought a pair of used Play3’s that appear to be slightly different. currently using a Symfonisk Bookshelf mostly as an external speaker for the Amazon Echo Show gen1. For a proper setup, would you recommend running the two Play3’s through a Sonos Bridge in the Echo Show room and reconnecting the Symfonisk to the Bridge for another room? I have only set up the Symfonisk with the Sonos app, so I’m not currently using the Bridge. But I want to make sure all three speakers have the best integration with Amazon Alexa commands and streaming services without having to use the Sonos app very much. Also have the Play3’s been crippled by new Sonos firmware updates or are they reaching end of life status?

[@carbonoxx]

i will rate the speakers, sonos 3 the best range, then the ikea bookshelf, sonos one and the worst is the lamp, i cant believe the bookshelve has better range than the sonos one

[@TheTechnologyMan]

I do like the Sonos 3 - disappointing they stopped selling it.

[@MrCrookedOne]

very good job on the review!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you MrCrookedOne!

[@sveinkthomassen]

Great video and review. Thanks!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you S Thomassen! Appreciate you taking the time to comment.

[@DanielHanson343]

I use a Google pixel phone and I am not limited to the Sonos app , I can cast right from my music app to my Sonos speakers.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Cool 😃. For music - but playing audio off KZbin for example, that doesn't work unfortunately. Well not on the Android devices I tried it with ...

[@alfonsosurf]

Great review. How is the bass compared bookshelf vs sonos one? cheers!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks Fonsy Molina! The Bookshelf actually sounds a little more boomy depending on where you position it.

[@DistroUser]

Content is very good, however, I find you speak too fast as if there is a time limit here?

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks Distro User - thanks for the feedback. There's no limit, but I do try and cover a lot of info as concisely as possible. And don't really want the videos to be any longer than they are. I do upload full captions, and you could adjust the speed to 0.75x - both may help? I also have a full written article at thetechnlogyman.com. But I will definitely take note of your suggestion and see if I can slow them down a bit!

[@jakemarch-jones2789]

Great review. Quick question in your honest opinion... I already own a Symfonisk Book Shelf Speaker, I am considering buying a second one but wonder whether I should spend a little more and get a sonos play one (Ebay around £120 or so?) What do you think? I LOVE the look and style of the symfonisk but the second speaker will be going in a different room so not too concerned about them matching... Cheers

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks Jacon March-Jones! Only if you need the voice assistant - they're very similar otherwise. It's worth considering whether you might ever want to use them a stereo pair though - or a rear speakers for a sound bar ...

[@cod4r]

Lamp sounded better than all the Sonos.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

The lamp does sound good - especially for the price!

[@shawnrc1970]

Nice review. You mentioned that Android users might not be very happy or satisfied. Can you explain why? I am new to Sonos tech and have only used Google home speaker groups. Is this an easy transition? how easy will iHeart Radio integrate? Keep up the good work!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks! Only because you can't use Apple's AirPlay to stream to the speaker directly from your device. But you can still use the Sonos app - and access any radio station you like. If you don't mind controlling the speakers by the Sonos app you should be fine - but some people don't like that.

[@shawnrc1970]

@@TheTechnologyMan but how about Google home? Can the Sonos app be linked to Google home? You stated that Android users might not be happy but now answered about Apple AirPlay so I am confused.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Take a look at this article: support.sonos.com/s/article/3486?language=en_US

[@curionion]

Android users can’t run TruePlay too

[@GustavoDantas]

Very nice video! But I have the following question: Can you redirect the audio from a windows 10 computer to the Symfonisk speaker without using the Sonos app? Not just music library, but use as a windows computer speaker. Thank you.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Unfortunately not. There's no line in. You'd have to jump to a Play:5 for line-in (and then you could group the Play:5 with the Ikea speaker).

[@ERUtheWINDRIDER]

Nice review, but you didn't mention anything about nas streaming on any of the speakers. Are they compatible with Synology?

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks ERUtheWINDRIDER - take a look at 4:05 into the video. Should work perfectly with your Synology. Just setup a share with all your music on your NAS and then go to the Sonos app on a computer and configure in "Manage | Music Library Setting".

[@jared6493]

very informative video! may i know how much it vibrates and if i use it as a bedside table will the things i put on top vibrate?

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you jared! It doesn't vibrate too much with most of the music I listen to at typical volumes. Perhaps with very bass heavy music at max volume you might start getting some vibrations.

[@YogiTheBearMan]

Sonos Move has bluetooth FYI 5:46 it is also portable 12:11

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Yes the timing was perfect! The Move was leaked the day after my video came out!

[@Chuubie]

Hi! How would you rate the sound of 2 symfonisk bookshelf speakers in stereo vs 2 Sonos one speakers? I’ve only been able to hear symfonisk in an IKEA open warehouse space which was not a good audio testing ground. The bookshelf sounded muted/lacking clarity and warbly Bass. And I heard Sonos one as a stereo pair in the Sonos store inside a dedicated listening room (a single Sonos One didn’t sound that great and lacked depth I felt, but used as a stereo pair I feel it has very nicely balanced sound). I’d love to see a stereo comparison of these speakers - what are your thoughts? 2 symfonisk bookshelf = $200 vs 2 Sonos one = $400 My goals are for the richest sound, however if sound in stereo comes close and I can save $200 then I’d opt for that! Thank you!!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Two Sonos Ones would be more comparable to two Sonos lamps - the lamp sounds very similar to the Sonos One. If you don't play your music too loud I'd imagine you'd probably be happy with the Ikea Bookshelf speakers as a stereo pair - but two One's will be better! Ikea have a good return policy - so I would try two and return if need be. I will try and get another Bookshelf speaker at some stage ...

[@JT-re5ec]

Great video thank you! What button do you push on the speaker to add it as an accessory for the HomeKit? I can't seem to add it.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks! Hopefully this article will help: support.sonos.com/s/article/4702?language=en_US

[@andrewjudge4888]

I have an old Rel sub doing nothing, I shall buy one of theses and use it as a high level input...Sonos controlled sub for £100👍😀

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Unfortunately there's no output for a wired sub - unless I've misunderstood your plan?

[@andrewjudge4888]

@@TheTechnologyMan I will open the casing and connect a wire from the mid/bass unit to a banana plug inserted into the resr speaker panel. I'm not bothered about audio from the speaker, it will just drive the sub.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

@@andrewjudge4888 Interesting - thanks! And good luck!

[@lozblake8114]

Nice video! Bit old now, but hoping you'll read this and could give some input. I'd been considering having a home theatre set up of a Sonos Bean and two One SLs at the back, but my friend mentioned these speakers as a good way to save 2× £80 whilst not losing any audio quality. You mention in your video briefly about them being part of that setup as rear satellite speakers, thats encouraging, I just wondered if you had any thoughts about their sound quality compared to the One SL in that setup? Also, part of the appeal of the setup mentioned above is having the Sonos Beam able to take Alexa commands and play music through the speakers group together in that setup, I'm assuming this is completely possible with these speakers just as it would be with the One SL, as long as they are grouped to the aforementioned Sonos Beam which Alexa built in? Thank you!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks Loz Blake! Yes that would work fine. These are perfect as rear speakers - I think you'd struggle to hear the difference. Especially considering they're only receiving the rear channels anyway. And their extra functionality as small shelves is quite neat. Save the money for a Sub would be my advice! Yes you can use Alexa via the Beam and hear responses through any grouped speakers.

[@lozblake8114]

@@TheTechnologyMan thank you so much for the reply, really appreciate your opinion. If I may follow up your sub comment, do you think the lack of sub would be noticeable in this set up, or would the beam kick up enough bass for it to sound good? Obviously nothing can replace a dedicated sub, and I'd absolutely love to get the Sonos sub, but unfortunately I'll be in an apartment, and am afraid the bass might make my neighbours hate me!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

It will still sound great without the Sub!

[@kchiem]

It's a lot bigger than I would have guessed.

[@TheTechnologyMan]

You could always mount it and use it as a shelf I guess?

[@klblarsson]

Excellent Review! Thanks!

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you so much klblarsson!

[@Ruimagro09]

It would be nice a compare with yamaha wx010 musiccast for a sound compare cause the price tag is the same and the yamaha has bluetooth

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thanks for the suggestion - I'll look out for that speaker!

[@Schweigardt]

just bought a pair of used Play3’s that appear to be slightly different. currently using a Symfonisk Bookshelf mostly as an external speaker for the Amazon Echo Show gen1. For a proper setup, would you recommend running the two Play3’s through a Sonos Bridge in the Echo Show room and reconnecting the Symfonisk to the Bridge for another room? I have only set up the Symfonisk with the Sonos app, so I’m not currently using the Bridge. But I want to make sure all three speakers have the best integration with Amazon Alexa commands and streaming services without having to use the Sonos app very much. Also have the Play3’s been crippled by new Sonos firmware updates or are they reaching end of life status?

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Sorry no longer have my Play:3s :(.

[@ondrejmancal]

Very good rewiev, thanks a lot! I have a question, is it possible to connect symfonisk to tv or you have to buy some playbase, sonos beam? Thanks you

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Thank you Ondra Mancal! No you cannot connect these directly to a TV. If you get a Sonos Beam, Playbase or Playbar - you can then add Ikea Bookshelf or Lamps as rear surround speakers ...

[@ondrejmancal]

@@TheTechnologyMan yes, im going to buy sonos beam .. And i Hope that i enjoy sound from ps4, KZbin from TV.. Sorry for Basic english..

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Your English is good! The Beam sounds like a good option!

[@JohannesDalenMC]

I just bought my symfonisk lamp, and the connection is terrible. It skips songs, stops playing all the time..

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Try contacting Sonos support - they can remotely log your system and see what's causing interference. You may need to change your WiFi channel but they will advise ...

[@JohannesDalenMC]

The Technology Man Thank you so much for your thorough respone! I rebood my router, and so far, so good! :)

[@TheTechnologyMan]

Great!

[@soodlorr]

3 got great bass

[@TheTechnologyMan]

The Play:3 is a great speaker.

[@extoprak]

I am surprised that lamp plays the best sound :D

[@TheTechnologyMan]

The lamp and Sonos One are almost identical - both sound good.

[@thomasbd1000]

The Sonos play 3 is the best

[@TheTechnologyMan]

The Sonos Play:3 is still a great speaker!

[@tvbinder]

hi, is there a way to turn off the ikea speaker? Or it consumes electricity all the time? The only way to turn off them is to unplug it?

[@TheTechnologyMan]

No there's no way to turn it off - it remains in standby mode. I just tested it - it's using around 2W in standby mode.