Sonos Move 2 and Amp (Gen 2): An ultra-low-cost speaker with Bluetooth connectivity and speaker control and control, and a subwoofer with voice control
One of the best things about Black Friday is that we often find deals on products that rarely go on sale any other time of the year. Case in point? Black Friday is a great time to buy smart speakers and soundbars from Sonos and other retailers. There’s a lot on sale, from the Sonos Ray (on sale for $223, reg.$279) to the Sonos Move (on sale for $299, reg. $399), and below we’ve rounded up some of the highlights.
We recommend this version of the Sonos Move regardless, because it isn’t the latest version that the company has released. It’s almost half the cost of the Move 2. The first-gen Move packs Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, 11 hours of battery life, built-in microphones with support for Google Assistant or Alexa, and Automatic Trueplay (which equalizes audio to suit the environment). It has fallen a few times before, but it is still a good deal.
The Beam (Gen 2) comes with a number of improvements from its predecessors, including enhanced sound, more processing power, compatibility with TVs and streaming applications, and a better design with a polycarbonate grille. It also has support for the other assistants: Amazon’s alexa andgoogle assistant. For surround sound, you can also pair it with a Sonos Sub (an expensive subwoofer) and two other Sonos speakers.
The Amp is a great option for those looking for an amplifier to power their turntable, TV, outdoor speakers, and more at higher volumes. The control panel is touch sensitive, so you can either adjust the volume or pause the music. There are two ways in which the Amp comes with support for AirPlay 2: via the Sonos app and via the Amp. It doesn’t come with built-in mics, but you’ll have voice control if you pair it with another Sonos voice-enabled speaker like the Sonos One or Sonos Move.
The Sub Mini is small enough to deliver a thumping bass and clear sound. It’s wireless too. The device is plugged into your power source and linked to your system through the app. This is the thing to use to tune thesubwoofer. You can adjust the audio levels, volume limits, and surround sound speakers. It is not as impressive as the Sub, but it is half the price.
The Sonos Ray (9/10, WIRED Recommends) is an excellent soundbar for an apartment or small room. It’s compact, allowing you to place it on your entertainment center or dresser. If you want to free up space, you can mount it on your wall. It delivers clear, crisp sound that will easily fill your space. You can change the settings via the app for the best listening experience.
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Retailers claim to offer discounts, but they aren’t the only ones that test products and choose deals based on actual discounts. Products that are sold out or no longer discounted as of publishing will be crossed out. We’ll update this guide through November.