Sonos Arc Ultra or Era 300: start with the room

TV or music?

Arc Ultra is a home-cinema soundbar that connects to a television through HDMI eARC/ARC. Era 300 is a separate speaker suited to music and compatible Sonos configurations. Sonos provides setup and compatibility information for each. Do not assume that one Era 300 replaces a soundbar under your television. Arc Ultra details · Era 300 details.

Avoid the quantity trap

A photograph of a finished room can suggest a whole system even when a price covers one component. The price below for Era 300 is for one speaker. If you want two, compare the retailer’s pair offer with two individual units. Likewise, an Arc Ultra price does not automatically include a subwoofer or rear speakers.

Plan the room before adding components

Measure the space under the screen and check that the soundbar will not obstruct it. For a separate speaker, consider where power is available and whether furniture blocks the proposed placement. Follow Sonos’s spacing and setup guidance for the final position. If you rent, include any mounting permissions in your decision.

Confirm the final order

Check your TV connection, supported music services and the exact configuration before purchasing. Then enter your postcode at the retailer for the available delivery date. If you order components from different sellers, their delivery dates and return processes may differ. Starting with the component that solves your main need makes it easier to judge whether an expansion is useful.