Soundbar Deal Overview
The Sonos Beam Gen 2 soundbar is on sale for $359 at major retailers during the October sales event, representing a $140 discount from its usual price. The biggest draw here is its native connectivity to other Sonos products, alongside serving as a substantial upgrade from standard television built-in speakers.
Sonos Beam 2 Soundbar Features
This Sonos-integrated soundbar adds Dolby Atmos support and eARC connectivity to the mix.
The Sonos Beam Gen 2 in white.
Audio Performance and Comparison
The Beam isn’t as powerful as the flagship Sonos Arc, nor can it fully match the higher-end soundbar’s physical Dolby Atmos immersion bubble. However, users still get room-filling surround sound for less money, combined with seamless integration into the broader Sonos ecosystem.
The latest version of the Beam also adds Dolby Atmos support, albeit without dedicated upward-firing drivers to complete the spatial experience. Compared to pricier alternatives with those dedicated drivers, the Beam virtualizes the effect to provide a sample of Atmos audio. It also supports eARC for shared power and volume controls with your television.
