Sonos Launches Cheaper 'Sonos Roam SL' Speaker Without Microphones

Sonos has launched a cheaper 'Sonos Roam SL' portable speaker without microphones. The launch price is $159, a discount of $20 from the fully featured 'Sonos Roam' at $179.

Experience size-defying sound at home and on the go with this lightweight, outdoor-ready portable speaker. Enjoy hours of music, radio, audiobooks, and more from all your favorite services thanks to the long-lasting rechargeable battery. Listen at home with WiFi and easily control the sound with the Sonos app, and stream with Bluetooth everywhere else. Add more Sonos speakers around your home for multiroom listening. Everything works together over WiFi.

What's the difference between Roam and Roam SL?
Roam SL does not include a microphone, which enables automatic Trueplay tuning, control and help from a voice assistant, and Sound Swap.




Features and Specifications:
● Amplifiers: Two Class-H digital amplifiers have been perfectly tuned to the speaker's unique acoustic architecture.
● Tweeters: One tweeter creates a crisp high-frequency response.
● Midwoofers: One midwoofer ensures faithful playback of mid-range frequencies and maximizes low-end output.
● Adjustable EQ: Use the Sonos app to adjust bass, treble, and loudness.
● Apple AirPlay 2: Works with AirPlay 2 on Apple devices iOS 11.4 and higher on WiFi
● IP67: Dustproof and waterproof (Speaker can be submerged in 3 ft/1 m of water for up to 30 minutes.)
● WiFi: Connect to WiFi with any 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4 or 5 GHz broadcast-capable router.
● Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0 supports audio streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled smartphone, tablet, computer, or other device.
● Battery: 18Wh battery provides up to 10 hours of continuous playback on a single charge at moderate volumes.
● Charging: Use the included USB A-C charging cable with any 5V/1.5A (7.5W) or higher USB power adapter. You can also use the Sonos Roam Wireless Charger or any Qi-certified wireless charger.
● Controls: Use the buttons to play, pause, skip, replay, adjust the volume, manually switch to Bluetooth, and more.
● LEDs: Lights on the product indicate connection, charge status, and mute status.
● USB-C Port: 15W, 5V/3A
● CPU: Quad Core, 1.4 GHz A-53
● Memory: 1GB SDRAM, 4GB NV
● Operating Temperature: 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C)
● Dimensions: Height: 6.61 in (168 mm), Width: 2.44 in (62 mm), Depth: 2.36 in (60 mm)
● Weight: 0.95 lb (0.43 kg)
● Colors: Shadow Black, Lunar White
● Finish: Matte

You can order the new Sonos Roam SL at the link below for $159.

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