Sonos BU150 Wireless Digital Music System Comments

Author Riyad Emeran
Published 11th Aug 2008
Manufacturer Sonos
Price £607.83 (Exc VAT)
as reviewed £699.00 (Inc VAT)
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Design Score 9 for Design
Features Score 9 for Features
Performance Score 10 for Performance
Value Score 8 for Value
Overall Score 9 for Overall
Sonos BU150 Wireless Digital Music System
award recommended

Comments for Sonos BU150 Wireless Digital Music System

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comment Kimbie said on 11th August 2008

Looks like a nice system, however a question regarding the remote.

Since the system is able to use an iTunes server, and since Apple has now released the remote app for iTunes, do you think in the future Sonos will release an update / software that will let you control the system on the iPhone/iTouch?

comment Riyad said on 12th August 2008

Err - I never said it used an iTunes server, I was specifically saying that it doesn't need an iTunes server. That's what's so good about it, you're NAS appliance doesn't need to support any kind of streaming service.

comment Kimbie said on 14th August 2008

Ah sorry, I thought I read it could connect to an iTunes server my bad

comment Linda said on 20th September 2008

Amazed by this and saw/heard a demo recently...not a techie,and haven't got an MP3 player or iPod...bit behind the times!

One thing I haven't grasped yet...is it possible to play music files from the hard drive on the PC through the Sonos if the PC isn't turned on? If not, is there any way of listening to our CD collection around the house using the Sonos?

comment Stewart said on 24th November 2008

I've had the Sonos system for a few years now. The updated ZP90/Z120 look worthwhile on their own merits, but together with the price drop the system is just irresistable if you're serious about music.
During the time I've had it, it's been faultless and a joy to use.
Just like to add a couple of things to the review:
Big news is that there is now a free iPhone/iTouch app which turns these devices into fantastically slick controllers of the Sonos system. You can even purchase an iTouch and load the app for less than the cost of an additional Sonos controller.
There's also a free PC app which can control the system.
Lastly, Sonos also regularly supply free firmware updates that continually enahnce the product, such as support for additional file formats or new music services - although with support for a large complement of file types and streaming services such as Napster and internet radio, it's pretty comprehensive already.
In summary a fantastic product, with fantastic support which any music lover (Audiophile to mp3 junkie) would love.

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