Other wireless speakers can indeed connect to Sonos speakers, but with certain limitations and considerations.
Sonos Move and Sonos Roam are the only Sonos compatible speakers that support Bluetooth, although this mode restricts controls and functionality.
However, most Sonos speakers support Airplay 2, allowing them to connect with popular Sonos compatible speakers like Sonos One, Sonos Beam, and Sonos Five.
Additionally, non-Sonos wireless speakers that support Bluetooth can be set up in the Sonos system for multi-room music.
The AmpMe app also enables synchronization of music over multiple devices, including Sonos and non-Sonos speakers.
Sonos Speakers With Bluetooth Support
Sonos Move and Sonos Roam are the only Sonos compatible speakers that support Bluetooth, allowing them to connect to other wireless speakers for a multi-room music experience.
When in Bluetooth mode, the controls and functionality of Sonos Move and Sonos Roam are limited to the non-Sonos Bluetooth speaker. However, they automatically connect to the nearest or most recently paired device.
It is important to note that Bluetooth mode on Sonos speakers disables voice assistant, stereo pairing, and grouping with other speakers.
To connect Sonos Move to another wireless speaker that supports Bluetooth, simply press the Bluetooth button on the speaker.
It is worth mentioning that Sonos Move does not appear on the Sonos app in Bluetooth mode.
Overall, Sonos Move and Sonos Roam offer the option to connect to other wireless speakers via Bluetooth, enhancing the multi-room music experience.
Sonos Speakers With Airplay 2 Support
Majority of compatible speakers with Airplay 2 support Sonos speakers.
Sonos offers a wide range of speakers that are compatible with Airplay 2, allowing users to stream audio from their Apple devices directly to their Sonos speakers.
Popular Sonos models such as the Sonos One, Sonos One SL, Sonos Beam, Sonos Arc, Sonos Five, Sonos Play:5, Sonos Port, and Sonos Roam all support Airplay 2.
With Airplay 2, users can enjoy high-quality audio and easily control their Sonos speakers through their Apple devices.
It’s worth noting that surround speakers cannot work on Airplay, but non-Airplay-supported Sonos speakers can still be grouped with Airplay compatible speakers for a seamless multi-room music experience.
Additionally, non-Sonos wireless speakers that support Bluetooth can also be integrated into the Sonos system for multi-room music.
Connecting Wireless Speakers to Sonos via Bluetooth
Users can connect their wireless speakers to Sonos via Bluetooth by following a few simple steps.
To begin, they need to activate Bluetooth on their Sonos Move speaker by pressing the pair button until it chimes and the LED turns blue.
Then, on their mobile device, they should go to Bluetooth settings and select Sonos Move.
After that, they can connect the Sonos Move to another wireless speaker that supports Bluetooth by pressing the Bluetooth button on the speaker.
It’s important to note that in Bluetooth mode, controls for volume, song selection, and functions are limited to the non-Sonos Bluetooth speaker.
Additionally, Bluetooth mode on Sonos speakers disables voice assistant, stereo pairing, and grouping with other speakers.
Therefore, users should keep these limitations in mind when connecting their wireless speakers to Sonos via Bluetooth.
Connecting Wireless Speakers to Sonos via AmpMe App
AmpMe app provides an alternative method for synchronizing music over multiple devices, including both Sonos and non-Sonos speakers. This app is compatible with popular music streaming platforms such as Spotify, YouTube, and SoundCloud.
With AmpMe, users can cast music over Sonos speakers via Airplay and synchronize it with other connected Bluetooth speakers. This means that even if you have non-Sonos speakers, you can still enjoy a multi-room music experience by using AmpMe.
However, it is important to note that the functionality of the speakers is limited to playing music only when using AmpMe. Voice assistant commands won’t work on non-Sonos speakers through AmpMe.
Despite these limitations, AmpMe offers a convenient solution for users who want to synchronize music across different devices, including both Sonos and non-Sonos speakers.