The Sonos Five HiFi Set - (Black) delivers powerful, high-fidelity sound with crisp vocals, deep bass, and wide stereo separation. Stream high-resolution audio over WiFi, control everything in the Sonos app, and expand into multiroom listening across your home. Connect external sources like a turntable or CD player using the built-in 3.5 mm line-in, or use AirPlay 2 for direct playback from Apple devices. With dual orientation and Trueplay room tuning support, this set is designed to sound great almost anywhere.
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Sonos Five HiFi Set - (Black)

The Sonos Five HiFi Set - (Black) is built for serious listening, delivering room-filling power with vivid stereo separation, clean bass, and exceptionally detailed vocals. Each Sonos Five is meticulously tuned for high-fidelity performance, and the pair gives you the flexibility to enjoy surprisingly spacious stereo sound in up to two rooms or create an even more focused, immersive experience by stereo pairing them in one room. Stream high-resolution, lossless audio over WiFi, control everything in the Sonos app, and connect a turntable, CD player, or computer via the 3.5 mm line-in for a modern multiroom system that plays nicely with your existing gear. With dual orientation, touch controls that adapt automatically, and humidity resistance, this set is an easy upgrade for music lovers who want premium sound without the complexity of traditional HiFi.

What It's Good At:

• Creating a true HiFi listening setup with powerful bass and crisp, detailed highs
• Delivering wide stereo separation for bigger, more spacious sound
• Stereo pairing for a locked-in “sweet spot” and more precise imaging
• Streaming high-resolution, lossless audio over WiFi (no Bluetooth dropouts or range limits)
• Connecting external audio sources (like turntables and CD players) through the 3.5 mm line-in
• Expanding into a best-in-class multiroom system with other Sonos speakers

Sonos Five HiFi Set - (Black) Full Specifications:

• Set configuration: HiFi Set (includes 2x Sonos Five)
• Color: Black
• Speaker model: Sonos Five (Premium Speaker)
• Audio:
  • Amplifiers: All six Class-D digital amplifiers tuned to the speaker’s acoustic architecture
  • Tweeters: Three tweeters (center tweeter optimizes vocal playback; two angled tweeters create spatial extension)
  • Midwoofers: Three midwoofers for faithful mid-range and maximized low end; sealed architecture eliminates distortion
  • Sealed Architecture: Eliminates reverberation, echo, and distortion
  • Adjustable EQ: Bass, treble, and loudness adjustable in the Sonos app
  • Trueplay: Room-tuning via iOS device microphones (supported iOS device required)
• Details + Dimensions (per speaker):
  • Height: 7.99 in (203 mm)
  • Width: 14.33 in (364 mm)
  • Depth: 6.06 in (154 mm)
  • Weight: 13.89 lbs (6.3 kg)
  • Finish: Matte
  • Available colors (model range): Black, White
• Controls + Indicators:
  • Touch controls: Capacitive touch controls for play/pause/skip/replay/volume and more
  • LED: Indicates connection, mute status, and errors
  • Dual orientation: Horizontal/vertical positioning with automatic channel/orientation behavior
• Power + Connectivity (per speaker):
  • WiFi: 802.11a/b/g/n (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz) with broadcast-capable router
  • Voltage: 100–240V 50/60Hz internal power supply
  • Line-in: 3.5 mm input (auxiliary cable required)
  • Ethernet: 10/100 port for hardwiring to your router
  • Apple AirPlay 2: Compatible with Apple devices running iOS 11.4 and higher
• Performance Hardware (per speaker):
  • CPU: Quad Core, 1.3 GHz
  • Memory: 512 MB SDRAM; 512 MB NAND Flash
• Box Contents:
  • 2x Sonos Five (Black)
  • Power Cable: Length 6 ft (2 m)
  • Documentation: Quickstart Guide and legal/warranty information
• Requirements:
  • WiFi: Internet connection
  • Power source: Nearby electrical outlet
  • App: Latest generation of the Sonos app on a compatible device

Sonos Five HiFi Set - (Black) Q&A:

What do I get in this HiFi Set?

The set includes two Sonos Five speakers in Black, plus power cables and documentation, letting you play in two rooms or stereo pair them in one room.

Can I use these as a stereo pair?

Yes. You can place both speakers in the same room and stereo pair them for more precise imaging, stronger separation, and a more immersive soundstage.

Can I play music in two different rooms at the same time?

Yes. Use the Sonos app to place each Five in different rooms and enjoy synchronized or independent playback across your home.

Does Sonos Five support Bluetooth?

This model focuses on WiFi streaming for higher-quality, more reliable playback and does not list Bluetooth as a feature.

Can I connect a turntable or CD player?

Yes. Sonos Five includes a 3.5 mm line-in, allowing you to connect compatible audio sources using an auxiliary cable.

Will these work with Apple AirPlay?

Yes. Sonos Five supports Apple AirPlay 2 and works with Apple devices running iOS 11.4 or later.

Do I need a subscription to play music?

No subscription is required for the speaker to function. You can stream from supported services in the Sonos app, use AirPlay 2, or play from a connected line-in source.

What do I need for setup?

You’ll need a WiFi internet connection, a nearby outlet for each speaker, and the latest Sonos app on a compatible device.