Best of High End
No Result
View All Result
  • Login
  • Academy
  • Factory visits
  • First look
  • High End Munich 2025
  • Tech talk
  • News
  • Reports
  • Reviews
Contact us
  • Academy
  • Factory visits
  • First look
  • High End Munich 2025
  • Tech talk
  • News
  • Reports
  • Reviews
No Result
View All Result
Best of High End
No Result
View All Result
Home First look

The Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar

Finn de Kroon by Finn de Kroon
March 1, 2025
Reading Time: 4 mins read
0

Welcome to ‘First look’. Today we’ll be looking at a new Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar.

RELATED POSTS

Radiant Acoustics Clarity 6.2

Silent Angel Bonn NX + Genesis GX + Forester FX

SVS SB-17 Ultra R I Evolution

What kind of product?

The Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar is a premium audio device designed to enhance your home entertainment experience. It features Dolby Atmos support for immersive surround sound and has multiple speakers for rich audio clarity. The sleek design complements modern interiors while offering easy integration with various devices. Additionally, it supports voice control and streaming services for added convenience.

The-Sonos-Arc-Ultra-Soundbar-5

Brand?

Sonos is a prominent audio brand known for its innovative wireless multi-room speaker systems that deliver high-quality sound throughout homes. Founded in 2002, the company focuses on creating seamless audio experiences through user-friendly technology and integration with various streaming services. Sonos products are designed for both music enthusiasts and casual listeners, emphasizing versatility and ease of use.

The brand has earned a reputation for its sleek design and commitment to continuous software updates, enhancing the user experience over time.

The-Sonos-Arc-Ultra-Soundbar-1

 

Current price?

The Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar is priced at approximately €999, reflecting its premium build and advanced audio technology. This Price may vary based on other retailers and promotions.

What’s in the box?

The Sonos Arc Ultra comes in a premium box that you need to open by switching the 2 switches on the side. After opening the box, the first thing you will see is the Sonos Arc Ultra itself. The soundbar is wrapped in a fabric cover for extra protection. Underneath the soundbar you will find a box where the power cable and HDMI cable is found. An optical adaptor is sold separately.

The-Sonos-Arc-Ultra-Soundbar-6

Closer look?

The front side of the Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar features a sleek, minimalist design, seamlessly blending with modern home décor. The curved shape allows for optimal sound dispersion, creating an immersive audio experience.

The back side of the Arc Ultra features multiple connectivity options, including an HDMI ARC port for seamless integration with your TV. There’s a Bluetooth button, an Ethernet port for wired internet connections, ensuring stable performance. Next there’s the voice control switch and power connection.

Its sides are crafted with premium materials, providing durability. The soundbar includes multiple speaker drivers positioned along the sides to deliver immersive, surround sound experiences. Additionally, the Arc’s side panels are designed to minimize distortion, ensuring high-quality audio performance from all angles.

On the top side are touch control buttons to manipulate the volume, press pause/play, skip a track, group rooms and activate/deactivate speech control services.

The-Sonos-Arc-Ultra-Soundbar-2

Features?

One of its standout features is its support of all Dolby formats, especially Dolby Atmos, which enables three-dimensional sound, allowing users to enjoy films and music with a heightened sense of realism.

The Arc Ultra is equipped with 15 class-D amplifiers powering seven precisely angled silk-dome tweeters to generate crisp high frequencies and clear dialogue. Two of them fire upward creating dedicated height channels for spatial audio. Six mid-woofers ensure faithful playback of mid-range frequencies. The real kicker is the introduction of Sound Motion: a four-motor, dual membrane woofer, that delivers exceptional bass in a revolutionary flat, compact design.

The soundbar also boasts Trueplay: this software measures the acoustics of the room, then fine-tunes the EQ. Now compatible with both iOS and Android devices.

 Use the Sonos app to adjust EQ settings: bass, treble and loudness. Choose your preferred level of dialogue clarity with the speech enhancement function: there are 3 levels available. Night sound allows you to reduce the intensity of loud sounds and increase the level of quieter sounds.

Connect with various streaming services via the Sonos app.

Voice control capabilities through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant further enhance its functionality, allowing for hands-free operation. While streaming with Apple AirPlay2, you can use Siri on you iOSD devices to control Apple Music.

Attention! The Arc Ultra is only compatible with the Era 100, Era 300, One, One SL, Five, IKEA Symfonisk Gen 2 and Sonos amp . All generation of Sub and Sub Mini are compatible with Arc Ultra. Be warned! A dual Sub setup requires Sub 4 and/or Sub Gen 3.

The-Sonos-Arc-Ultra-Soundbar-4

For whom is this product?

The Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar is designed for those seeking immersive, high-quality sound in their home entertainment setup. It’s perfect for movie lovers wanting a cinematic audio experience and gamers desiring precise sound effects with a minimalistic, wireless setup. Additionally, it caters to music enthusiasts who appreciate rich, detailed audio playback. Its sleek design also appeals to those looking for an aesthetically pleasing addition to their living space.

The-Sonos-Arc-Ultra-Soundbar-3

Conclusion?

What are the true differences between the Arc and Arc Ultra regarding features? For starters, the Arc Ultra utilizes 15 class-D amplifiers to 11 in the Arc, 14 drivers including a Sound Motion woofer in comparison to 11 speakers in the Arc. The Arc Ultra has WiFi 6 on board, features Bluetooth 5.3 and Android users are now welcomed to the Trueplay feature. The Arc Ultra also features AI speech enhancement.  How do the Arc and Arc Ultra compare in sound? While the Arc is still a valid choice, the Ultra outperforms its predecessor in a lot of areas, presenting itself as the premium choice. Bass performance in both stand-alone mode and multi-speaker setup improved significantly offering deeper, more powerful bass even at higher volumes. Dialogues are clearer, brighter with increased intelligibility. The speech enhancement function helps a lot to help find your sweet spot. An increased sound projection completes the story. Along with dual subs and a pair of Era300’s, the Arc Ultra offers next level performance when talking about a minimalistic, wireless home cinema setup.

Tags: Sonos Arc UltraSoundbar
ShareTweet
Finn de Kroon

Finn de Kroon

I made short movies with my stuffed animals as a kid, since then I knew from a young age I wanted to be a videographer. My parents always said I had a great eye for video/photo, so I made my job out of it. Now I make professional corporate video's. I love to learn all about new gadgets and electronics that come to the market, that's why I write/edit for "Best Of High End".

Related Posts

radiant-acoustics-clarity-6.2
First look

Radiant Acoustics Clarity 6.2

April 12, 2025
silent-angel-bonn-nx-genesis-fx-forester-fx
Digital sources

Silent Angel Bonn NX + Genesis GX + Forester FX

March 29, 2025
SVS-SB-17-Ultra-R-Evolution-1
First look

SVS SB-17 Ultra R I Evolution

March 16, 2025
The-Samsung-S25-Ultra-Smartphone
First look

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Smartphone

February 17, 2025
The-Gold-Note-HP-10-Headphone-Amplifier
Amplifiers

The Gold Note HP-10 Headphone Amplifier

February 8, 2025
beyerdynamic-dt700prox-vs-dt1770promk2
First look

Beyerdynamic DT700 Pro X vs DT1770 Pro MKII

February 2, 2025
Next Post
TRIBIT-StormBox-Micro-2-Portable-Speaker

TRIBIT StormBox Micro 2 Portable Speaker

F.AUDIO-M20-Portable-Hi-Res-Music-Player.jpg

Linsoul F.AUDIO M20 Portable Hi-Res Music Player

Tag cloud

4K Acoustics amplifiers AV processors AXPONA 2025 Bang & Olufsen Bowers & Wilkins Cables CD player CES 2018 CES 2025 DACs Dali Dan D'Agostino Digital amplifiers Estelon Focal Genelec Gold Note HDR Headphone amplifiers Headphones HIGH END Munich 2025 High End® Integrated amplifiers LG Loudspeakers Lyngdorf Lyngdorf Audio McIntosh OLED Panasonic Power amplifiers Preamplifiers Projectors Samsung Sony Steinway Lyngdorf StormAudio Streaming audio Studio monitors Subwoofers Turntables Vitus Audio Wireless speakers

The Teddy Pardo MiniTeddy Special Edition isn’t just another upgrade, it works like a signal purification system that elevates everything downstream. I found the MTSE to act like a masterful recording engineer, cleaning the windows of your music to let the light in. What it does is nuanced: more space, deeper blacks, more defined transients, and an overall ease to the sound that encourages long listening sessions. For the detail-obsessed audiophile who believes in synergy and subtle improvements stacking into major ones, this linear power supply delivers tangible gains. It’s not a night-and-day transformation but that’s not the point. The MiniTeddy brings you closer to the artist’s intention.

#review #teddypardo #miniteddy #powersupply

0 0
Open
The Teddy Pardo MiniTeddy Special Edition isn’t just another upgrade, it works like a signal purification system that elevates everything downstream. I found the MTSE to act like a masterful recording engineer, cleaning the windows of your music to let the light in. What it does is nuanced: more space, deeper blacks, more defined transients, and an overall ease to the sound that encourages long listening sessions. For the detail-obsessed audiophile who believes in synergy and subtle improvements stacking into major ones, this linear power supply delivers tangible gains. It’s not a night-and-day transformation but that’s not the point. The MiniTeddy brings you closer to the artist’s intention.
#review #teddypardo #miniteddy #powersupply

Gold Note is thrilled to announce the latest innovation in high-fidelity streaming: Qobuz Connect. Building upon our successful integrations with popular solutions like AirPlay, Bluetooth, Spotify Connect, and TIDAL Connect, we are proud to support Qobuz Connect as official partners. This new feature promises to elevate your listening experience to a new level of convenience and quality.

#goldnote #qobuzconnect #highfidelitystreaming

1 0
Open
Gold Note is thrilled to announce the latest innovation in high-fidelity streaming: Qobuz Connect. Building upon our successful integrations with popular solutions like AirPlay, Bluetooth, Spotify Connect, and TIDAL Connect, we are proud to support Qobuz Connect as official partners. This new feature promises to elevate your listening experience to a new level of convenience and quality.
#goldnote #qobuzconnect #highfidelitystreaming

The Focal 1000 Series is a testament to French craftsmanship, meticulously crafted in Focal’s French workshops. These speakers exemplify the pinnacle of audio engineering, offering a blend of perfect integration, discreet aesthetics, and exceptional acoustic performance.

#focal #1000series #intergratedspeakers

0 0
Open
The Focal 1000 Series is a testament to French craftsmanship, meticulously crafted in Focal’s French workshops. These speakers exemplify the pinnacle of audio engineering, offering a blend of perfect integration, discreet aesthetics, and exceptional acoustic performance.
#focal #1000series #intergratedspeakers

Sony is expanding its Cinema Line with the introduction of the FX2, a full-frame film and photography camera model designed based on customer feedback. With its professional features, user-friendly interface, and innovative design elements, the FX2 promises to enhance the filmmaking experience for creators.

#Sony #photographycamera #fx2

0 0
Open
Sony is expanding its Cinema Line with the introduction of the FX2, a full-frame film and photography camera model designed based on customer feedback. With its professional features, user-friendly interface, and innovative design elements, the FX2 promises to enhance the filmmaking experience for creators.
#Sony #photographycamera #fx2

For many generations, vinyl playback has remained a cherished pursuit for true audiophiles and music lovers alike. Despite advancements in high-performance digital audio systems, the charm and magic of LPs continue to captivate audiences worldwide. There’s an intangible quality to vinyl that digital formats still strive to emulate, making it an enduring symbol of authentic musical experience.

#grimmaudio #PW1 #preamplifier

1 0
Open
For many generations, vinyl playback has remained a cherished pursuit for true audiophiles and music lovers alike. Despite advancements in high-performance digital audio systems, the charm and magic of LPs continue to captivate audiences worldwide. There’s an intangible quality to vinyl that digital formats still strive to emulate, making it an enduring symbol of authentic musical experience.
#grimmaudio #PW1 #preamplifier

Sennheiser announces the BTD 700, a powerful and compact Bluetooth dongle designed to unlock the full potential of wireless headphones and earbuds. Whether you’re working, gaming, or enjoying entertainment, the BTD 700 offers advanced audio codecs, Auracast™ functionality, and low-latency gaming through a simple plug-and-play solution.

#sennheiser #btd700 #bluetoothdongle

0 0
Open
Sennheiser announces the BTD 700, a powerful and compact Bluetooth dongle designed to unlock the full potential of wireless headphones and earbuds. Whether you’re working, gaming, or enjoying entertainment, the BTD 700 offers advanced audio codecs, Auracast™ functionality, and low-latency gaming through a simple plug-and-play solution.
#sennheiser #btd700 #bluetoothdongle

The Teufel ROCKSTER NEO, developed in Berlin, is not just any Bluetooth speaker; it’s a powerhouse that excels in mobility, volume, and flexibility. Whether you’re throwing a party, performing live, or simply enjoying powerful sound, the ROCKSTER NEO takes your audio experience to the next level.

#teufel #rocksterneo #bluetoothspeaker

0 0
Open
The Teufel ROCKSTER NEO, developed in Berlin, is not just any Bluetooth speaker; it’s a powerhouse that excels in mobility, volume, and flexibility. Whether you’re throwing a party, performing live, or simply enjoying powerful sound, the ROCKSTER NEO takes your audio experience to the next level.
#teufel #rocksterneo #bluetoothspeaker

Thank you Purifi for brightening up our Friday ! UPS just dropped the EVAL5-KIT 😎 #purifiaudio

2 0
Open
Thank you Purifi for brightening up our Friday ! UPS just dropped the EVAL5-KIT 😎 #purifiaudio

Silent Angel CEO Eric Huang talks about the Silent Angel Extreme Trio and the Roon stack at their booth at High End Munich 2025.

#SilentAngel #EricHuang #highendmunich2025

1 0
Open
Silent Angel CEO Eric Huang talks about the Silent Angel Extreme Trio and the Roon stack at their booth at High End Munich 2025.
#SilentAngel #EricHuang #highendmunich2025
  • About us
  • Advertising
  • Contact
  • Terms and Conditions

© 2025 Best Of High End - by NOKYTECH

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
No Result
View All Result
  • Academy
  • Factory visits
  • First look
  • High End Munich 2025
  • Tech talk
  • News
  • Reports
  • Reviews

© 2025 Best Of High End - by NOKYTECH

This website uses cookies. If you continue to use this website you give permission to use cookies as described in our Terms and Conditions.ACCEPTTERMS AND CONDITIONS