Sonos In-Ceiling Set

Sonos In-Ceiling Set (Amp + 6" In-Ceiling Speakers Pair)

The Sonos In-Ceiling Set pairs the powerhouse Sonos Amp with a precision-tuned pair of 6" Sonos Architectural In-Ceiling Speakers (by Sonos and Sonance) to create a clean, built-in sound system that disappears into your ceiling but fills the room with rich, detailed audio. Stream music, podcasts, and more through the Sonos app, Apple AirPlay 2, or your favorite services, and expand anytime into a whole-home, multiroom setup. Amp delivers serious headroom (125 watts per channel) for clear, confident volume, while Sonos Architectural tuning features help keep the sound balanced and consistent. Want TV sound too? Connect Amp to your television via HDMI ARC to bring shows, sports, and games through your in-ceiling speakers—without cluttering your space with visible gear.

Sonos In-Ceiling Speaker
Sonos Amp

What It's Good At:

• Creating a discreet, high-performance built-in music system for kitchens, living rooms, and open-concept spaces
• Delivering powerful, clean amplification (125W per channel) for confident volume with low distortion
• Unlocking Sonos Architectural tuning features (Optimize Sonos Speakers + Trueplay with a supported iOS device)
• Bringing TV audio to wired speakers via HDMI ARC while keeping your setup minimal
• Expanding into multiroom audio by adding more Sonos speakers and components over time
• Blending into décor with flush, bezel-less, paintable grilles designed to match your ceiling

Sonos In-Ceiling Set Full Specifications:

• What’s Included (Set):
  • Quantity: 1 × Sonos Amp (Amplifier)
  • Quantity: 1 × In-Ceiling Speakers by Sonos and Sonance (Pair) — 6" Sonos Architectural by Sonance
• Sonos Amp — Tech Specs:
  • Power: 125 watts per channel at 8 ohms
  • Output: Stereo or dual mono sound
  • EQ: Adjust bass, treble, and loudness in the Sonos app
  • Trueplay: Measures room acoustics and fine-tunes your speakers (supported Sonos Architectural by Sonance speakers + iOS device required)
  • Home Theater Audio Formats: Stereo PCM, Dolby Digital*, DTS Digital Surround* (*not an indication of a licensed decoder; Sonos app displays decoded format)
  • Dimensions: Height 2.52 in (64 mm); Width 8.54 in (217 mm); Depth 8.54 in (217 mm)
  • Weight: 4.63 lbs (2.1 kg)
  • Color: Black
  • Finish: Matte
  • Controls: Capacitive touch controls for play/pause/skip/replay/volume and more
  • LED: Indicates connection, mute status, and errors
  • WiFi: 2.4 GHz 802.11/b/g/n router required (for 5 GHz routers, enable 2.4 GHz or hardwire a Sonos product)
  • Speaker Output Connections: Custom-designed banana plugs (2) that can be swapped for standard diameter banana plugs
  • Line-in: RCA input for audio device connection
  • Subwoofer Output: Auto-detecting RCA type; user-adjustable 50–110 Hz crossover
  • HDMI ARC: Connect to TV’s HDMI eARC/ARC port (if TV has optical only, use Sonos Optical Audio Adapter)
  • Ethernet: Dual 10/100 ports for hardwiring to router
  • Voltage: 100–240V, 50/60Hz internal power supply
  • CPU: Quad Core, 1.3 GHz A7
  • Apple AirPlay 2: Works with AirPlay 2 on Apple devices (iOS 11.4 and higher)
  • Box Contents: Power Cable (Length: 6 ft / 2 m); Sonos Banana Plugs (Pair/2); Documentation (Quickstart Guide + legal/warranty info)
  • Requirements: Passive/wired speakers required; WiFi; Internet connection; nearby electrical outlet; latest-generation Sonos app on a compatible device
• 6" In-Ceiling Speakers by Sonos and Sonance (Pair) — Tech Specs:
  • Low Frequency Driver: One 6.5" polypropylene
  • High Frequency Driver: One 1" (25 mm)
  • Frequency Range: 36 Hz–20 kHz ±3 dB (with DSP)
  • Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms
  • Sensitivity (2.83V/1M): 85 dB SPL
  • Max SPL: 110 dB @ 1 m
  • Nominal Coverage: 90° axisymmetric
  • Optimize Speakers: When selected in the Sonos app, Optimize Sonos Speakers allows Amp to recognize Sonos Architectural speakers and apply custom tuning + DSP for more robust sound, more even frequency response, optimized performance, and stable operation
  • Trueplay: Measures room acoustics and fine-tunes the speaker (Sonos Amp + supported iOS device required)
  • Dimensions: Diameter 9.27 in (235.5 mm); Depth 4.73 in (120.3 mm)
  • Cutout: Diameter 8.25 in (209.6 mm)
  • Weight: 5.01 lb (2.27 kg) each
  • Color: White
  • Finish: Matte
  • Power Handling (Optimized for use with Sonos Amp): 130 watts maximum
  • Box Contents: In-Ceiling Speakers (Pair); Speaker Grilles (Pair); Cutout Template; Documentation (Installation manual + legal/warranty info)
  • Requirements: Amplifier (optimized for use with Sonos Amp); Speaker wire (16ga or larger)

Sonos In-Ceiling Set Q&A:

Does this set include everything needed for in-ceiling audio?

Yes. It includes one Sonos Amp and one pair of 6" Sonos Architectural In-Ceiling Speakers, plus grilles, a cutout template, and the required documentation.

Can the Sonos Amp power more than one pair of these in-ceiling speakers?

Yes. Amp can power up to three pairs of Sonos Architectural speakers (six total) when wired in parallel.

Can I use this setup for TV sound as well as music?

Yes. Connect Amp to your TV using HDMI ARC (or optical with an adapter) to play TV audio through your wired in-ceiling speakers.

Do these in-ceiling speakers work without a Sonos Amp?

They are passive wired speakers, so they require an amplifier for audio output. They’re optimized to pair with Sonos Amp for the best experience.

What speaker wire should I use for installation?

Use speaker wire that is 16-gauge (16ga) or larger, as specified for the in-ceiling speakers.

What are the cutout and mounting dimensions for the 6" speakers?

The speaker diameter is 9.27" with a 4.73" depth, and the required cutout diameter is 8.25".

Can the speaker grilles be painted to match my ceiling?

Yes. The grilles are designed to be paintable so they can blend seamlessly with your ceiling.

What do I need to use Trueplay with this set?

Trueplay requires Sonos Amp, supported Sonos Architectural speakers, and a compatible iOS device to measure the room and tune the sound.