Description
True 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos. AI-Enhanced Dialogue. Big, Immersive Sound from a Compact Soundbar.
Transform movie nights, TV, gaming and music with the Sonos Beam Ultra, a compact premium soundbar designed to deliver expansive home cinema sound without dominating your living space. Combining nine carefully tuned drivers with dedicated upward-firing speakers, Beam Ultra creates immersive 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos audio that surrounds you with sound from multiple directions.
Despite its compact dimensions, Beam Ultra is engineered to deliver a wider, deeper and more spacious listening experience. Nine Class-D digital amplifiers power five tweeters and four low-profile woofers, helping produce crisp detail, clear dialogue, impressive stereo separation and powerful bass from a soundbar measuring just 75cm wide.
Dedicated upward-firing drivers bring genuine height information to compatible Dolby Atmos content, helping place effects above the listening position as well as around the room. From rainfall overhead to vehicles moving across the screen, Beam Ultra is designed to make films, programmes and games feel more immersive.
AI Speech Enhancement intelligently detects human voices and improves dialogue clarity, with four adjustable levels available through the Sonos app. Trueplay™ tuning analyses your room's acoustics and adjusts the soundbar accordingly, while Night Sound reduces the intensity of louder effects and enhances quieter details for late-night viewing.
Connect Beam Ultra to your television through HDMI eARC or ARC, stream music over WiFi 6, pair compatible devices through Bluetooth 5.3, or play directly from supported Apple devices using AirPlay 2. Beam Ultra can also become the foundation of a larger Sonos home cinema and multi-room audio system whenever you are ready to expand.
Key Features
- Immersive 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos Sound
- Dedicated Upward-Firing Drivers
- Nine Class-D Digital Amplifiers
- Nine-Driver Acoustic Architecture
- Five Tweeters
- Four Low-Profile Woofers
- AI Speech Enhancement
- Four Speech Enhancement Levels
- Trueplay™ Room Tuning
- Night Sound Mode
- Adjustable Bass, Treble & Loudness
- HDMI eARC / ARC
- WiFi 6 Connectivity
- Bluetooth 5.3
- Apple AirPlay 2
- Sonos Voice Control
- Works with Your Compatible TV Remote
- Capacitive Touch Controls
- Dolby Atmos Music Support
- TV Audio Swap with Compatible Sonos Headphones
- Expandable Sonos Home Cinema System
- Multi-Room Sonos Capability
- Wall-Mountable with Optional Beam Ultra Wall Mount
- Compact 75cm-Wide Design
- Matt Black Finish
- Recycled Materials & Plastic-Free Packaging
True 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos
Beam Ultra delivers an immersive 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos listening experience, using dedicated upward-firing drivers to reproduce height information alongside its front and side soundstage.
- Dedicated upward-firing tweeters
- Immersive spatial audio
- Sound positioned above and around you
- Greater depth for films and television
- More realistic movement of compatible sound effects
A compatible HDMI eARC connection and Dolby Atmos-encoded content are required for supported high-resolution Dolby Atmos formats.
Dedicated Upward-Firing Speakers
Unlike soundbars that rely entirely on virtual processing to create the impression of height, Beam Ultra incorporates two dedicated upward-firing tweeters loaded into directional horns to support Dolby Atmos spatial audio.
These speakers direct sound upwards, allowing compatible audio tracks to create a stronger impression of effects originating above the listening position.
Nine-Driver Acoustic Architecture
Beam Ultra uses nine drivers - four more than Beam - to create greater depth and a wider soundstage from its compact enclosure.
- Five tweeters
- Four low-profile woofers
- Dedicated centre reproduction
- Side-firing speakers for stereo separation
- Upward-firing speakers for spatial audio
Nine Class-D Digital Amplifiers
Nine Class-D digital amplifiers are individually tuned to the soundbar's acoustic architecture, powering its sophisticated multi-driver arrangement.
Five Tweeters for Detail & Spatial Sound
Five tweeters reproduce high and mid-range frequencies across the soundstage.
- Forward-firing centre tweeter creates a focused centre image
- Two side-firing horn-loaded tweeters improve stereo separation
- Two upward-firing tweeters support Dolby Atmos spatial audio
Four Low-Profile Woofers
Four integrated low-profile woofers provide powerful low-frequency performance while allowing Beam Ultra to maintain its slim, compact shape.
Whether you're watching an action film or streaming music, Beam Ultra is designed to deliver bass with greater weight without requiring a separate subwoofer from day one.
AI Speech Enhancement
Hear dialogue more clearly without constantly reaching for the volume control. AI Speech Enhancement detects human voices and intelligently improves their clarity against background music, effects and surrounding sound.
- AI-assisted voice detection
- Improves dialogue clarity
- Useful during busy action scenes
- Ideal when background noise is present
- Four selectable enhancement levels
- Adjustable through the Sonos app
Four Levels of Speech Enhancement
Rather than simply switching Speech Enhancement on or off, Beam Ultra allows you to select from four levels through the Sonos app, helping you choose the amount of dialogue emphasis that works best for you.
Trueplay™ Room Tuning
Every room sounds different. Furniture, walls, flooring and room dimensions can all influence the way a speaker sounds.
Trueplay analyses the acoustics of your listening space and fine-tunes the EQ of Beam Ultra accordingly, helping optimise its performance for your particular room.
- Analyses room acoustics
- Fine-tunes EQ
- Useful in open-plan spaces
- Suitable for smaller rooms
- Compatible with supported iOS and Android devices
Night Sound
Enjoy films and television later in the evening without sudden loud effects dominating the room. Night Sound reduces the intensity of louder sounds while enhancing quieter details.
- Reduces sudden loud effects
- Makes quieter details easier to hear
- Useful for evening viewing
- Enabled through the Sonos app
Adjustable EQ
Fine-tune Beam Ultra to your preferences using the Sonos app.
- Adjust bass
- Adjust treble
- Adjust loudness
- Personalise sound to your room and listening preferences
Wide Home Cinema Sound from a Compact Soundbar
Beam Ultra is designed for people who want immersive home cinema without installing an oversized soundbar. At approximately 75cm wide and just 6.3cm high, it can sit discreetly beneath many televisions while producing a significantly larger soundstage than its dimensions suggest.
Simulated Overhead Sound
If the top of the soundbar needs to be obstructed by your particular installation, Beam Ultra also provides a simulated overhead sound option. Select the appropriate setup through the Sonos app to optimise height effects for the installation.
Dolby Atmos Music
Beam Ultra's dedicated upward-firing drivers aren't limited to films and television. They also support Dolby Atmos Music, allowing compatible spatial audio tracks to deliver a more immersive listening experience.
Supported Home Theatre Audio Formats
Beam Ultra supports a wide selection of home cinema audio formats, including:
- Dolby Atmos
- Dolby Atmos via Dolby Digital Plus
- Dolby Digital
- Dolby Digital Plus
- Dolby TrueHD
- Dolby Atmos via Dolby TrueHD
- Stereo PCM
- Multichannel PCM
- Dolby Multichannel PCM
- DTS Digital Surround
The Sonos app's Now Playing screen displays the audio format currently being decoded. Certain higher-bandwidth formats require HDMI eARC.
HDMI eARC / ARC Connectivity
Connect Beam Ultra directly to your television's compatible HDMI eARC or ARC port using the included HDMI cable.
- HDMI eARC / ARC connection
- HDMI cable included
- Supports compatible high-resolution audio formats
- Simple connection to compatible televisions
An optical adapter is available separately where required.
Works with Your TV Remote
Once connected to a compatible television, Beam Ultra is designed to work with your existing TV remote, keeping everyday volume control simple.
WiFi 6
Beam Ultra supports modern WiFi 6 connectivity and is compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax broadcast-capable routers across 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks.
WiFi connectivity allows Beam Ultra to access the wider Sonos ecosystem and stream music without relying solely on a Bluetooth connection.
Bluetooth 5.3
Pair compatible Bluetooth devices at the press of a button and stream audio directly to Beam Ultra.
- Bluetooth 5.3
- Dedicated Bluetooth pairing button
- Stream from compatible phones and tablets
- Convenient direct wireless playback
Apple AirPlay 2
Beam Ultra supports Apple AirPlay 2, allowing compatible Apple devices to stream audio wirelessly to the soundbar.
AirPlay 2 compatibility is available with supported Apple devices running iOS 11.4 or later.
Stream Your Favourite Music
Beam Ultra isn't just for television. Stream music over WiFi, Bluetooth or AirPlay 2, and access compatible music services through the Sonos ecosystem.
Supported services and apps can also provide direct Sonos control, giving you a convenient way to enjoy music when the television is switched off.
Sonos Voice Control
Use Sonos Voice Control to operate compatible music and system functions hands-free.
A far-field microphone array uses beamforming and multichannel echo cancellation to support voice control and other compatible Beam Ultra functions.
Physical Microphone Switch
For additional privacy control, a physical microphone switch is located on the rear of Beam Ultra. Switching it off disconnects power to the microphones.
Touch Controls
Capacitive touch controls on Beam Ultra provide convenient access to everyday functions without requiring the app.
- Play
- Pause
- Skip
- Replay
- Adjust volume
- Control voice assistant functions
- Group or ungroup compatible Sonos products
TV Audio Swap
Beam Ultra supports TV Audio Swap with compatible Sonos headphones, allowing TV sound to be transferred from the soundbar to your headphones for private listening.
This is particularly useful for late-night films, gaming or television when you want immersive sound without disturbing anyone else in the room or house.
Build a Bigger Sonos Home Cinema
Beam Ultra delivers Dolby Atmos as a standalone soundbar, so you don't need to purchase a separate subwoofer or rear speakers to start enjoying immersive audio.
When you want to expand, compatible Sonos products can be added to create a more complete home cinema system.
- Add a compatible Sonos Sub for deeper bass
- Add a matching pair of compatible speakers as surrounds
- Build a dedicated surround-sound system
- Expand Sonos into additional rooms
Compatible Sonos Surround Speakers
A matching pair of compatible Sonos speakers can be used as surrounds. Supported options include:
- Sonos Play
- Sonos Move 2
- Sonos Era 300
- Sonos Era 100
- Sonos One
- Sonos One SL
- Sonos Five
- Compatible SYMFONISK Gen 2 speakers
A Sonos Amp can also be used to power compatible passive in-wall, in-ceiling or other speakers as surrounds.
Multi-Room Sonos Audio
Expand your Sonos system throughout the home and enjoy music across multiple compatible rooms. Beam Ultra can work as your television soundbar while becoming part of a much larger whole-home audio system.
Designed to Disappear Beneath Your TV
The compact enclosure is designed to complement rather than dominate your television setup.
- Approximately 75cm wide
- Approximately 6.3cm high
- Matt Black finish
- Suitable for placement on furniture
- Optional dedicated wall mounting
Wall-Mountable
Beam Ultra can be wall-mounted using the dedicated Sonos Beam Ultra Wall Mount, available separately.
The Beam Ultra has different dimensions from Beam (Gen 2), so the Beam (Gen 2) Wall Mount should not be used as a substitute.
Designed with Sustainability in Mind
Beam Ultra incorporates recycled materials and is supplied in plastic-free packaging, helping reduce material impact without compromising its premium design.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Sonos |
| Model | Beam Ultra |
| Product Type | Compact Smart Soundbar |
| Colour | Black |
| Finish | Matt |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes |
| Sound Configuration | 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos |
| Amplifiers | 9 x Class-D Digital Amplifiers |
| Tweeters | 5 |
| Woofers | 4 Low-Profile Woofers |
| Upward-Firing Drivers | Yes - 2 Dedicated Upward-Firing Tweeters |
| AI Speech Enhancement | Yes - 4 Adjustable Levels |
| Night Sound | Yes |
| Trueplay™ | Yes - Compatible with Supported iOS & Android Devices |
| Adjustable EQ | Bass, Treble & Loudness via Sonos App |
| Dolby Atmos Music | Yes |
| WiFi | WiFi 6 - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| HDMI | HDMI eARC / ARC |
| Apple AirPlay 2 | Yes |
| Voice Control | Sonos Voice Control |
| Microphones | Far-Field Microphone Array |
| Microphone Privacy Switch | Yes |
| Touch Controls | Yes |
| TV Remote Control | Yes - with Compatible TV Setup |
| TV Audio Swap | Yes - with Compatible Sonos Headphones |
| USB-C | Yes - Compatible Adapters Sold Separately |
| Processor | Quad Core, 4 x A55 1.9GHz |
| Power Supply | 100-240V, 50/60Hz Internal Power Supply |
| Width | 750mm / 75cm |
| Height | 63mm / 6.3cm |
| Depth | 105mm / 10.5cm |
| Weight | 2.88kg |
| Mounting Thread | M5 x 0.8mm, L6.5mm |
| Wall Mount | Sonos Beam Ultra Wall Mount - Sold Separately |
What's in the Box?
- 1 x Sonos Beam Ultra Soundbar - Black
- 1 x Power Cable - 2m
- 1 x HDMI Cable - 1.5m
- 1 x Set Up Guide
- Legal & Warranty Documentation
What Do I Need?
- Compatible television for TV audio
- HDMI eARC / ARC connection
- Nearby electrical outlet
- WiFi internet connection for connected Sonos features
- Latest generation of the Sonos app on a compatible device
Why Choose the Sonos Beam Ultra?
- True 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos from a compact soundbar
- Dedicated upward-firing speakers
- Nine-driver acoustic architecture
- Five tweeters and four woofers
- AI Speech Enhancement with four adjustment levels
- Trueplay room tuning
- Night Sound for quieter viewing
- WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3
- Apple AirPlay 2
- HDMI eARC / ARC
- Dolby Atmos Music
- Sonos Voice Control
- TV Audio Swap
- Expandable with compatible Sonos surrounds and Sub
- Multi-room Sonos capability
- Compact 75cm-wide design
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Sonos Beam Ultra?
The Sonos Beam Ultra is a compact premium soundbar designed for television, films, gaming and music, with immersive 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos, dedicated upward-firing drivers and extensive Sonos wireless connectivity.
What colour is this Sonos Beam Ultra?
This version is finished in Matt Black.
Does Sonos Beam Ultra support Dolby Atmos?
Yes. Beam Ultra supports Dolby Atmos and incorporates dedicated upward-firing drivers to reproduce spatial height information.
Is Beam Ultra really 7.1.2?
Yes. The supplied specification describes Beam Ultra as delivering a 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos listening experience.
What does 7.1.2 mean?
It describes a surround-sound presentation incorporating horizontal surround information, low-frequency effects and two height channels for overhead spatial audio.
Does Beam Ultra have real upward-firing speakers?
Yes. Two of its five tweeters are dedicated upward-firing units loaded into directional horns to support Dolby Atmos spatial audio.
Why are upward-firing speakers useful?
They help reproduce height information by directing sound upwards, allowing compatible Dolby Atmos content to create the impression of effects occurring above the listener.
Do I need rear speakers for Dolby Atmos?
No. Beam Ultra supports Dolby Atmos as a standalone soundbar. Compatible surrounds can be added later to further expand the home cinema experience.
Do I need a Sonos Sub for Dolby Atmos?
No. A separate subwoofer is not required for Beam Ultra to support Dolby Atmos. Adding a compatible Sonos Sub can provide deeper and more powerful bass.
How many speakers are inside Beam Ultra?
The acoustic architecture incorporates nine drivers: five tweeters and four low-profile woofers.
How many amplifiers does Beam Ultra have?
It uses nine Class-D digital amplifiers tuned specifically to the soundbar's acoustic architecture.
How many tweeters does it have?
Beam Ultra has five tweeters.
How many woofers does it have?
It has four low-profile woofers designed to deliver powerful bass from the compact enclosure.
Does Beam Ultra have a centre speaker?
Its forward-firing centre tweeter is designed to provide a smooth and focused centre image, which is particularly important for dialogue.
Does Beam Ultra produce stereo sound?
Yes. Side-firing horn-loaded tweeters help create greater stereo separation and a wider soundstage.
Does it have good bass without a subwoofer?
Beam Ultra incorporates four low-profile woofers specifically designed to provide substantial bass from the soundbar itself. A compatible Sonos Sub can be added if you want deeper and more impactful low frequencies.
Can I add a Sonos Sub later?
Yes. Beam Ultra is designed to become part of a larger Sonos home cinema system, so a compatible Sonos Sub can be added separately.
Can I add surround speakers later?
Yes. A compatible matching pair of Sonos speakers can be added as rear surrounds.
Which Sonos speakers can be used as surrounds?
The supplied compatibility information lists matching pairs of Sonos Play, Move 2, Era 300, Era 100, Sonos One, Sonos One SL, Sonos Five and compatible SYMFONISK Gen 2 speakers. Sonos Amp can also power compatible passive surround speakers.
Can I use just one Sonos speaker as a rear surround?
Surround configurations generally require a matching pair of compatible speakers rather than a single rear speaker.
Can I use Sonos Era 300 speakers as surrounds?
Yes. A matching pair of Era 300 speakers is listed as compatible.
Can I use Sonos Era 100 speakers as surrounds?
Yes. A matching pair of Era 100 speakers can be used as surrounds.
Can I use Sonos Move 2 speakers as surrounds?
Yes. The supplied compatibility information lists a matching pair of Move 2 speakers as a supported surround option.
Can I use Sonos One speakers as surrounds?
Yes. Compatible matching Sonos One or Sonos One SL speakers can be used.
Can I use passive speakers as surrounds?
Yes. A Sonos Amp can be used to power compatible passive in-wall, in-ceiling or other speakers for surround use.
What is AI Speech Enhancement?
AI Speech Enhancement detects human voices and improves their clarity, helping dialogue remain easier to understand against music, effects and background noise.
Can I adjust Speech Enhancement?
Yes. Beam Ultra provides four levels of Speech Enhancement that can be selected through the Sonos app.
Is Speech Enhancement useful for films?
Yes. It can make dialogue easier to understand when films have loud music or action effects competing with speech.
Is it useful for quiet dialogue?
Yes. Improving the prominence of voices can make quieter speech easier to follow.
What is Night Sound?
Night Sound reduces the intensity of louder effects while enhancing quieter sounds, making it useful when watching television without wanting sudden volume changes.
Is Night Sound good for late-night viewing?
Yes. It is specifically useful when you want to hear quieter details without loud scenes disturbing other people in the house.
What is Trueplay?
Trueplay analyses the acoustics of your room and adjusts the soundbar's EQ to help optimise performance for the listening environment.
Does Trueplay work with Android?
The supplied Beam Ultra specification states that Trueplay is compatible with supported iOS and Android devices.
Does Trueplay work with iPhone?
Yes, with a compatible supported iOS device.
Why does room tuning matter?
Room size, walls, furniture and flooring can influence how sound behaves. Trueplay compensates for aspects of the listening environment to help optimise the soundbar's performance.
Can I adjust the bass?
Yes. Bass can be adjusted through the Sonos app.
Can I adjust the treble?
Yes. Treble can also be adjusted through the Sonos app.
Can I adjust loudness?
Yes. The Sonos app provides a loudness adjustment alongside bass and treble controls.
How does Beam Ultra connect to my TV?
It connects to a compatible television's HDMI eARC or ARC connection using the included HDMI cable.
What is HDMI eARC?
eARC stands for Enhanced Audio Return Channel. It provides greater audio bandwidth between compatible televisions and sound systems and is required for certain high-resolution audio formats.
Do I need HDMI eARC for Dolby Atmos?
Some Dolby Atmos formats require HDMI eARC. Compatibility ultimately depends on the source material, television and audio format being passed to Beam Ultra.
Does it work with HDMI ARC?
Yes. Beam Ultra can connect to a compatible HDMI ARC connection, although some higher-bandwidth formats require eARC.
Is an HDMI cable included?
Yes. A 1.5-metre HDMI cable is included.
Does it include an optical cable?
No optical connection accessory is listed in the box contents. A compatible optical adapter is available separately where required.
How do I know if Dolby Atmos is working?
When Beam Ultra receives a Dolby Atmos signal, the audio format can be viewed through the Now Playing screen and relevant settings within the Sonos app.
Does it support Dolby TrueHD?
Yes. Dolby TrueHD is included in the supplied supported home theatre audio formats, with HDMI eARC required.
Does it support Dolby Atmos via TrueHD?
Yes, with the required compatible HDMI eARC setup.
Does it support Dolby Digital Plus?
Yes. Dolby Digital Plus is supported.
Does it support Dolby Atmos via Dolby Digital Plus?
Yes. Dolby Atmos delivered through Dolby Digital Plus is included in the supported format list.
Does it support DTS?
The supplied specification lists DTS Digital Surround support.
Does it support Multichannel PCM?
Yes. Multichannel PCM is listed as a supported format and requires HDMI eARC.
Does Beam Ultra support Dolby Atmos Music?
Yes. Its dedicated upward-firing drivers support Dolby Atmos Music for compatible spatial audio playback.
Can I listen to Apple Music Dolby Atmos?
Yes. Dolby Atmos Music can be experienced through supported services including Apple Music with the appropriate subscription, content and setup.
Can I listen to Amazon Music Dolby Atmos?
Yes. Compatible Dolby Atmos Music is supported through Amazon Music Unlimited with the appropriate service and content.
Does Beam Ultra have WiFi?
Yes. It supports WiFi 6.
Which WiFi bands does it support?
It supports compatible 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi networks.
Does it support Bluetooth?
Yes. Beam Ultra supports Bluetooth 5.3.
Can I connect my phone by Bluetooth?
Yes. Compatible Bluetooth devices can be paired using the dedicated Bluetooth button.
Can I play music without turning on the TV?
Yes. Beam Ultra can stream music independently through compatible WiFi services, Bluetooth and AirPlay 2.
Does it support Apple AirPlay 2?
Yes. AirPlay 2 is supported on compatible Apple devices running iOS 11.4 or later.
Can I stream from an iPhone?
Yes. Compatible iPhones can stream audio using Apple AirPlay 2 or Bluetooth.
Does it work with Apple TV 4K?
Yes. Beam Ultra can support Dolby Digital 5.1 and Dolby Atmos content from Apple TV 4K with an appropriate compatible television and HDMI setup. Higher-bandwidth Apple TV 4K Atmos configurations can require an eARC-capable television.
Does it work with my existing TV remote?
Yes. Beam Ultra is designed to work with a compatible existing TV remote after setup.
Can I control Beam Ultra using the Sonos app?
Yes. The Sonos app provides access to playback, system settings, EQ, Speech Enhancement, Night Sound and other functions.
Can I control it directly on the soundbar?
Yes. Capacitive touch controls provide access to play, pause, skip, replay, volume and other compatible functions.
Does it support voice control?
Yes. Beam Ultra supports Sonos Voice Control. Voice feature availability can vary by language and region.
Can I turn the microphones off?
Yes. A physical switch on the rear disconnects power to the microphones when switched off.
What are the microphones used for?
The far-field microphone array supports compatible voice control, Trueplay functions and other supported Sonos features.
Can I use Sonos headphones with Beam Ultra?
Yes. TV Audio Swap allows television sound to be transferred between Beam Ultra and compatible Sonos headphones.
Can I watch TV privately through Sonos headphones?
Yes. With compatible Sonos headphones and TV Audio Swap, you can listen privately without playing the TV audio through the soundbar.
Can Beam Ultra be wall-mounted?
Yes. Sonos recommends using the dedicated Beam Ultra Wall Mount, which is sold separately.
Can I use a Beam Gen 2 wall mount?
No. Beam Ultra and Beam (Gen 2) have different dimensions, so the Beam Gen 2 Wall Mount is not compatible.
Can I place Beam Ultra on a TV stand?
Yes. It can be positioned on suitable furniture beneath or near your television.
How much clearance should I leave above Beam Ultra?
For the best sound, the supplied guidance recommends leaving at least 10cm of clearance above the top of the soundbar and as much open space as practical around the top, front and sides.
Why does Beam Ultra need space above it?
Its dedicated upward-firing speakers direct sound towards the ceiling to reproduce Dolby Atmos height effects, so leaving the top unobstructed helps them operate effectively.
What happens if the top of Beam Ultra is obstructed?
Beam Ultra provides a simulated overhead sound option designed to optimise overhead effects where the top of the soundbar is obstructed. The appropriate setup can be selected in the Sonos app.
How wide is Sonos Beam Ultra?
Beam Ultra is approximately 750mm or 75cm wide.
How tall is it?
It measures approximately 63mm or 6.3cm high.
How deep is it?
It measures approximately 105mm or 10.5cm deep.
How much does it weigh?
Beam Ultra weighs approximately 2.88kg.
Is Beam Ultra suitable for smaller rooms?
Yes. Its compact dimensions make it particularly attractive for smaller and medium-sized spaces, while Trueplay helps tune its sound to the room.
Can I use it in an open-plan room?
Yes. Trueplay can analyse the listening environment and optimise the soundbar's EQ for different room layouts, including open-plan spaces.
Is Beam Ultra suitable for a large TV?
It can be used with compatible televisions of many sizes. For particularly large rooms and TVs, a wider Sonos soundbar may provide a larger and more expansive soundstage.
What is the difference between Beam Ultra and Beam Gen 2?
Beam Ultra adds improved side-firing speakers, dedicated upward-firing drivers for fully rendered Dolby Atmos height information, a larger driver count and increased bass output compared with Beam (Gen 2), which virtualises its Atmos height channels.
What is the difference between Beam Ultra and Arc Ultra?
Both support immersive Dolby Atmos with dedicated upward-firing speakers. Arc Ultra is a wider soundbar intended to produce a larger and more spatially precise soundstage with deeper low-frequency performance, making it particularly suited to larger TVs and rooms.
Does Beam Ultra require the Sonos app?
Yes. The latest generation of the Sonos app on a compatible device is listed as a setup requirement.
Can I use the Sonos S1 Controller?
No. Beam Ultra requires the latest generation of the Sonos app and is not compatible with the Sonos S1 Controller.
Does Beam Ultra require internet access?
An internet connection and WiFi network are required for setup and connected Sonos functionality.
Can Beam Ultra connect by Ethernet?
Wired network connectivity can be added using a compatible Sonos Combo Adapter and Ethernet cable, sold separately.
Does Beam Ultra have USB-C?
Yes. The USB-C connection can support compatible optional Sonos adapters.
Can I connect a 3.5mm audio source?
A compatible 3.5mm audio source can be connected using the optional Sonos Line-In Adapter, sold separately.
Does it come with a power cable?
Yes. A 2-metre power cable is included.
What voltage does it support?
Beam Ultra has an internal 100-240V, 50/60Hz power supply.
What comes in the box?
The box includes the Sonos Beam Ultra soundbar, 2-metre power cable, 1.5-metre HDMI cable, Set Up Guide and legal/warranty documentation.
Is the wall mount included?
No. The dedicated Sonos Beam Ultra Wall Mount is sold separately.
Is a subwoofer included?
No. Beam Ultra contains four integrated low-profile woofers, while compatible Sonos Sub products are available separately for users wanting deeper bass.
Are rear surround speakers included?
No. Beam Ultra works as a standalone Dolby Atmos soundbar. Compatible surround speakers can be added separately.
Can Beam Ultra be part of a multi-room Sonos system?
Yes. It can be grouped with compatible Sonos products around the home for multi-room music playback.
Can I start with just the soundbar and upgrade later?
Yes. This is one of the key benefits of the Sonos ecosystem. Beam Ultra can operate independently and later be expanded with compatible surrounds, a Sub and additional Sonos products throughout the home.
Is Beam Ultra only for films and television?
No. It is also designed for music streaming, Dolby Atmos Music, gaming and general audio playback through compatible WiFi services, Bluetooth and AirPlay 2.
Is Beam Ultra good for gaming?
Yes. Its immersive spatial presentation, clear dialogue and support for compatible multichannel audio formats make it well suited to gaming when paired with a compatible TV and console setup.
Is it good for watching sport?
Yes. The wide soundstage can enhance stadium atmosphere while AI Speech Enhancement can help keep commentary clear.
Is it good for music?
Yes. Five tweeters, four woofers, WiFi streaming, Bluetooth 5.3, AirPlay 2 and Dolby Atmos Music support make Beam Ultra a versatile music speaker as well as a television soundbar.
Does Beam Ultra use recycled materials?
Yes. The supplied information states that recycled materials are used in the product.
Is the packaging plastic-free?
Yes. Sonos describes Beam Ultra as using plastic-free packaging.
Who is the Sonos Beam Ultra best suited to?
Beam Ultra is ideal for users wanting immersive Dolby Atmos home cinema, clearer television dialogue and high-quality music playback from a compact soundbar that can later expand into a larger Sonos surround or multi-room system.
What is the biggest advantage of Sonos Beam Ultra?
Its biggest advantage is the amount of technology and spatial sound packed into a compact enclosure. Dedicated upward-firing speakers, nine drivers, AI Speech Enhancement, Trueplay and extensive wireless connectivity provide a premium home cinema experience without requiring a large soundbar.
The Sonos Beam Ultra combines true 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos, dedicated upward-firing drivers, nine Class-D amplifiers, AI Speech Enhancement and Trueplay™ tuning within a compact 75cm-wide soundbar. With WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, HDMI eARC, AirPlay 2, Night Sound and the ability to expand with compatible Sonos surrounds and subwoofers, Beam Ultra provides an immersive home cinema and music experience that can grow with your home.