Introducing a new era in sound technology, Sonos has just announced the ERA 100 and ERA 300 wireless speaker systems. Music enthusiasts love Sonos and have enjoyed their offerings for years. And while the name is synonymous with fidelity, Sonos continues to push the envelope of cutting-edge audio research and design.
Sonos ERA 100 – Key Features
- Wireless connection via WIFI or Bluetooth technology
- Wired connection via a 3.5 mm aux input
- Hands-free voice control
- New, faster processor
- Next generation dual-tweeter architecture
- 25% larger mid-woofer for deeper bass
- Trueplay technology optimizes sound based on your room
- Compact design for bookshelf, counter, or nightstand
- Additional ERA 100 speakers can be added for an even wider stereo field
- Controllable via the Sonos Play app
- Available in black or white
What’s New About the ERA 100?
The Sonos ERA 100 is the beginning of a new sound quality and connectivity revolution. Let’s check out some of the unique features below.
The computer processor chip is 47% more powerful than previous models resulting in enhanced audio fidelity. Everyone loves bass, and Sonos worked diligently to ensure your low-end is full and accurate. The new, 25% larger mid-woofer guarantees deep bass that goes all the way to the floor. Meanwhile, cutting-edge dual-tweeter architecture gives a generous sweet spot with excellent separation and a wide stereo field. From top to bottom, the new Sonos ERA 100 delivers crisp, clear sound.
The ERA 100 is designed to receive streaming audio from your source effortlessly. Connect via WiFi to Sonos Radio and enjoy thousands of live radio stations. Included Bluetooth technology also lets users connect to their phone or laptop to stream content of their choice. The 3.5 mm aux input is the industry standard for wired connections giving you access to your entire music collection.
The ERA 100 utilizes Sonos’ proprietary Trueplay technology. This engineering marvel analyzes the unique acoustic characteristics of your listening space. Then the ERA 100 applies a custom-made equalization preset to counteract the imbalances. This provides a lush, full sound regardless of your listening environment. The free app automatically controls the entire experience. You can easily add more ERA 100 speakers to enrich the stereo experience or have a reference-quality system in every room of your house.
Who Should Buy the ERA 100?
Listeners who want their content on-demand and easy to access will love the many connection options (including Apple Airplay 2) provided here. Users can seamlessly switch sources without missing a downbeat. Hi-Fi aficionados who demand clear, sonorous music will appreciate the infinite adaptability of the Trueplay features that other systems cannot offer. Why settle for less-than-true customized parameters to match your room?
Students and city dwellers with limited space should also look at the ERA 100. Its diminutive size will fit any dorm or apartment without sacrificing the expansive sound field. Regardless of space, everyone deserves an inspiring listening experience. Available in both classy white and sleek black, the ERA 100 looks will blend in while the sound jumps out.
Creators of all types will also love the flexible functionality of the ERA 100. Intuitive controls are accessible on the ERA 100 and the Sonos App, which can also be voice-controlled.
Sonos ERA 300
ERA 100 vs. ERA 300
Sonos is proud to also announce the ERA 300 speaker option. Those who want a fully immersive audio experience will want to look at this upgrade. The ERA 300 takes the impressive ERA 100 resumè and kicks it up a notch. Do you love stereo but are looking for a little surround in your sound? Multichannel Spatial audio is the future of music technology, and you’ll need more than just a standard 2-channel stereo system to enjoy its benefits. The ERA 300 will get you there with six optimally positioned drivers arranged around the unit’s front, sides, top, and rear. Room-filling sound has never been this clear or compact.
Experience the full scope and drama of an immersive listening environment. Dolby ATMOS is the new standard in multichannel audio for movies and television, and the Sonos ERA 300 rises to meet this challenge. Its custom-tuned waveguides disperse the sound to all sides. This directionality utilizes the boundaries of your room to project from wall to wall and floor to ceiling. With the ERA 300, you will be in the center of the action.
For those looking to make the jump to theater-quality sound, you can combine a pair of ERA 300 with the Sonos Arc or Beam (Gen 2). These speakers will partner with the ERA 300 and act as side and overhead channels, improving the soundstage and localization.
Don’t settle for a smart system when you can have a smart home. The ERA 300 uses Sonos Voice Control for the Sonos App and Apple Airplay 2 for your listening needs. You can also pair the ERA 300 with Amazon’s Alexa to set timers, alarms, and other smart home features.
Who Should Buy the 300?
Many creators will love the Sonos ERA 300. Film and music mixers will appreciate these systems as real-world counterparts to their studio systems. When you care enough about mixing to make it your passion, your mix translation to everyday environments is of utmost importance. The Sonos ERA 300 is brilliant in that capacity. Never guess how your spatial audio mix will sound in unfamiliar environments again.
Installation artists will adore the clever acoustic design and minimalist look. While the ERA 300 can blend into any background visually, its expansive sound field will envelop and engage your audience. The ERA 300 will guarantee your display or installation has the impact it needs in even the most challenging environments.
Everyone loves a great sounding system. While they know when they hear it, they don’t want to get bogged down in the technical details of systems, connections, and speakers. Artists and other non-technical creators need a seamless design that automatically connects and plays music without a tangle of wires. While there are many options to enjoy immersive audio, other systems that support Dolby ATMOS are expensive or difficult to set up and calibrate. With the ERA 300 and Sonos’ amazing Trueplay technology, setup and calibration are handled internally and automatically.
Conclusion
Whether you want the ease of setup and automatic customization of the ERA 100 or the immersive surround aspects of the ERA 300, Sonos has the answer. The ERA 100’s rich sound field will let you hear deeper into the music. And for spatial-minded enthusiasts, the ERA 300 is the only compact, multichannel audio system you need.
