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In the video, Louis from Smart Home Sounds provides a detailed guide on integrating a turntable with a Sonos system, emphasizing the necessary components and setup configurations. Key products mentioned include the Sonos Five, Sonos Port, Sonos Amp, and Sonos Bluetooth speakers like the Sonos Move and Roam. The discussion highlights that a preamp, whether built-in or external, is essential for turntable connections as Sonos devices lack a phono stage. Louis demonstrates various setups, such as using the Rega Planar 1 Plus with a Sonos Five for a neat configuration, and other affordable options like the Rega Planar 1 with a Behringer preamp. The video also touches on Bluetooth integrations using the Audio Technica LP60XBT with a Sonos Move for wireless connectivity. Additional tips are provided for optimizing audio performance, such as managing line-in delay and setting line-in levels. The video concludes with an invitation for viewers to seek personalized advice and expresses gratitude for their viewership.
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In this part of the video, Louis from Smart Home Sounds discusses how to integrate a turntable into a Sonos system. He outlines the necessary Sonos products that act as gateways, specifically mentioning the Sonos 5 wireless speaker, Sonos amp, and Sonos port, which have line-ins to connect to a turntable. Older versions like the Play 5, Connect amp, and Connect can also be used but may lack compatibility with the latest Sonos app features. Additionally, a Bluetooth option with Sonos Roam or Sonos Move is briefly mentioned. Louis emphasizes that turntables need a built-in preamp or an external preamp since Sonos products don’t have a built-in phono stage. He explains that the Sonos 5 is a premium wireless speaker and an ideal choice due to its stereo capabilities and built-in line-in for direct connection with a turntable, using an RCA to 3.5mm cable.
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In this segment, the speaker discusses various options for integrating a turntable with Sonos speakers. They compare the Sonos Port, Sonos Five, Sonos Amp, and Sonos Bluetooth speakers. The Sonos Port allows for audio sharing without being a speaker itself, suitable for disparate locations of the turntable and speakers. The Sonos Five is recommended for those who want another premium speaker. The Sonos Amp can drive passive speakers while integrating turntable audio. Finally, Sonos Move and Sonos Roam are highlighted for Bluetooth connectivity, with Roam allowing for grouping within the Sonos app in Bluetooth mode.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the most economical way to connect a turntable to Sonos speakers, suggesting avoiding the Sonos Roam for vinyls due to its portable nature. Instead, they recommend using the Sonos One or Sonos Five for better sound quality. The Sonos Move is highlighted as a more powerful speaker option for Bluetooth turntable connections. The discussion then shifts to choosing a turntable, focusing on the necessity of a preamp to amplify the turntable’s low output. Options include turntables with built-in preamps, such as models from Raga and Audio-Technica. If a turntable lacks a built-in preamp, one can purchase an external preamp or use an amplifier with a phono input. For those interested in external preamps, the video suggests Riga’s Phono Mini A2D or a more affordable Behringer preamp offered as part of a package. The segment concludes by inviting viewers to reach out for personalized turntable buying advice and teasing an upcoming section on various setup configurations and connection details.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses various setups for integrating turntables with Sonos speakers. The first example features the Rega Planar 1 Plus connected to a Sonos Five using an RCA to 3.5mm cable. They emphasize that this setup is tidy and requires only one additional cable, which can be purchased separately or as a bundle from their website. Another setup involves the Rega Planar 1 connected to a Behringer preamp and then to a Sonos Five, offering a cost-effective alternative with similar sound quality but more components. The video also showcases a Bluetooth setup with the Audio Technica LP60XBT paired with a Sonos Move for wireless connectivity, which can theoretically be placed anywhere within Bluetooth range. Lastly, the speaker provides tips on reducing line-in delay, enabling line-in autoplay, and setting the line-in level to ensure optimal audio performance.
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In this part of the video, the speaker encourages viewers to contact their team for assistance in choosing the right Sonos product or turntable. They emphasize their willingness to help and express gratitude to the audience for watching, concluding with a promise to see them next time.