Sonos Arc Ultra Premium Smart Soundbar

Sonos Arc Ultra Smart Soundbar

Step into the future of home theater audio with the Sonos Arc Ultra, ListenUp’s 2024 “Great Gear of the Year” winner in Hi-Fi and Home Theater. This cutting-edge soundbar features revolutionary Sound Motion™ technology, a powerful 9.1.4 Dolby Atmos spatial audio system, and an elegant design that blends effortlessly into any living space. Enjoy crystal-clear dialogue, thunderous bass, and immersive surround sound — all easily controlled via your TV remote, voice commands, the Sonos app, or touch controls. With both WiFi and Bluetooth® streaming, the Arc Ultra isn’t just for TV; it transforms your entire audio experience from movies to music.

What It’s Good At

• Delivering room-filling, cinematic Dolby Atmos immersion (9.1.4 spatial audio)
• Producing deeper bass in a sleeker soundbar with Sound Motion™ technology
• Making dialogue easier to understand with AI Speech Enhancement (4 levels)
• Easy everyday control with TV remote, Sonos app, touch controls, and voice options
• Fast setup and better room tuning with Trueplay™ (iOS + Android)
• Streaming music seamlessly via WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and Apple AirPlay 2

Specifications

• Amplifiers: 15 Class-D digital amplifiers
• Tweeters: 7 silk-dome tweeters, including 2 upward-firing for Atmos effects
• Midwoofers: 6 dedicated drivers for balanced mids and vocals
• Woofer: 1 Sound Motion woofer with 4-motor dual-membrane architecture
• Microphones: Far-field array with Trueplay™ and voice assistant functionality
• EQ: Adjustable via the Sonos app
• Trueplay Tuning: Available for iOS and Android for room-specific sound optimization
• Audio Features: Speech Enhancement, Night Sound mode
• Audio Formats: Stereo PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Multichannel PCM, DTS Digital Surround (HDMI eARC required)
• Streaming Formats: Dolby Atmos Music, TV Audio Swap
• Connectivity: HDMI® eARC, WiFi, Bluetooth®, Apple AirPlay 2
• Control Options: Sonos app, TV remote, touch interface, Sonos Voice Control, Amazon Alexa

Sonos Arc vs. Arc Ultra – Quick Comparison Summary

• Sonos Arc: The original premium soundbar from Sonos featuring Dolby Atmos, 11-speaker array, voice control, Trueplay tuning, and excellent surround performance. Ideal for high-quality TV and music playback in a sleek, minimalist design.
• Sonos Arc Ultra: An upgraded version of the Arc with Sound Motion™ technology, a 9.1.4 Dolby Atmos system (vs. 5.0.2 on Arc), 15 amplifiers, enhanced bass performance, and support for Bluetooth® streaming in addition to WiFi. Offers deeper immersion, more precise bass, and greater connectivity options.

Key Features List

• Sound Motion™ Technology: Delivers next-generation low-end precision with a 4-motor dual-membrane woofer design.
• Dolby Atmos 9.1.4 Channel Audio: Creates multidimensional surround sound with upward-firing tweeters for full spatial immersion.
• Voice-Enabled Control: Use Sonos Voice Control or Amazon Alexa for hands-free operation.
• WiFi & Bluetooth Streaming: Listen to music, podcasts, and more from your favorite services even when the TV is off.
• Speech Enhancement & Night Mode: Customize sound clarity and reduce loud effects for late-night viewing.
• Trueplay™ Tuning: Automatically adjusts the audio based on your room’s acoustics via iOS or Android.

Q&A Section

Q: What makes the Sonos Arc Ultra different from the standard Sonos Arc?
A: The Arc Ultra features upgraded 9.1.4 spatial audio with Sound Motion™ technology and improved bass response, taking immersive sound to a new level.

Q: Does the Arc Ultra support Dolby Atmos?
A: Yes, it supports Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, and other advanced surround formats through HDMI eARC.

Q: Can I use the Arc Ultra without a TV?
A: Absolutely. Stream music, podcasts, and more over WiFi or Bluetooth, even when your TV is turned off.

Q: What is Sound Motion™ technology?
A: It’s a unique woofer design using a 4-motor, dual-membrane setup to produce ultra-precise and powerful bass performance.

Q: Does it work with Apple devices?
A: Yes, the Arc Ultra supports Apple AirPlay 2 for seamless streaming from iPhones, iPads, and Macs.

Q: Is voice control built-in?
A: Yes, it includes Sonos Voice Control and Amazon Alexa support for hands-free convenience.

Q: How do I optimize sound for my room?
A: Use Trueplay™ tuning via the Sonos app on iOS or Android to automatically calibrate the sound to your room’s acoustics.

Q: Can I expand the system with more speakers?
A: Definitely. Pair with the Sonos Sub and Era 300 rear speakers for a full home theater setup, and add more Sonos speakers for whole-home audio.