Sonos Beam (Gen 2)

Sonos Beam (Gen 2) – Smart Compact Soundbar with Dolby Atmos

The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) enriches every moment—from TV shows and movies to music and gaming—with powerful, precise sound that fills the room. Advanced processing creates a virtual surround experience through Dolby Atmos, while its compact, elegant design integrates seamlessly into any space.

Key Features

• Dolby Atmos spatial audio: Delivers multidimensional sound for more immersive entertainment
• Five custom Class-D amplifiers: Precisely tuned to the acoustic structure for clean power and dynamics
• Four elliptical midwoofers: Balanced midrange and strong low-end response in a compact enclosure
• Central tweeter: Clear, detailed dialogue and accurate high frequencies
• Three passive radiators: Extend bass output without distortion
• Trueplay tuning: Automatically adapts to your room acoustics for optimal sound
• Voice control built-in: Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
• Easy control: Use your TV remote, the Sonos app, AirPlay 2, or capacitive touch buttons

Customer Benefits

The Beam (Gen 2) delivers spacious, cinematic audio while maintaining clarity in dialogue and vocals. With Dolby Atmos and advanced processing, you get a larger, more realistic soundstage without needing extra speakers. Setup takes minutes, and control feels effortless through the app or your TV remote.

Quick Specs

• Audio formats: PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS Digital Surround
• Amplifiers: 5 × Class-D digital amps
• Drivers: 4 midwoofers, 1 center tweeter, 3 passive radiators
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 6.8 cm × 65.1 cm × 10 cm
• Weight: 2.88 kg
• Connectivity: HDMI eARC, Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g/n), Ethernet 10/100
• Compatibility: AirPlay 2, Alexa, Google Assistant
• Colours: Matte Black or White

What’s in the Box

• Sonos Beam (Gen 2) soundbar
• 2 m power cable
• 1.5 m HDMI cable
• Optical Audio Adapter (for TVs with optical output)
• Quickstart Guide

Use Cases / Ideal For

Ideal for small to medium living rooms, bedrooms, and apartments where you want immersive home-theater sound without clutter. Perfect companion for streaming services, gaming, and everyday TV.

Compatibility

Connects to any TV via HDMI eARC or optical adapter. Works with the Sonos app, Apple AirPlay 2, Alexa, and Google Assistant. Add a Sonos Sub or rear speakers anytime for full surround sound.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Rich, balanced sound with impressive scale for its size
• Dolby Atmos adds realistic height and spatial effects
• Compact, modern design fits any décor
• Seamless setup and multi-platform control

⚠️ Cons:

• Best Atmos experience requires HDMI eARC connection
• Low-end performance benefits from pairing with a Sonos Sub

The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) combines compact design, crystal-clear audio, and Dolby Atmos immersion to bring cinema-quality sound to any home.