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Unlock the Full Potential of Your Sonos Ace Wireless Headphones

Posted on 
June 5, 2024

Unlock the Full Potential of Your Sonos Ace Wireless Headphones with These Essential Sound Settings

Are you ready to maximize your listening experience with the new Sonos Ace wireless headphones?

Sonos' first wireless headphones, the Ace, have hit the market with great fanfare. They offer an array of features similar to those from brands like Apple, Bose, and Sony but come with unique elements tailored for Sonos enthusiasts. If you're a new owner or considering a purchase, here are six essential sound settings on the Sonos Ace that you shouldn't overlook.

Device Connections

Sonos Ace Menu > Bluetooth > 2 Device Connections

Want to connect your Sonos Ace to multiple devices? The multipoint Bluetooth feature, branded as "2 Device Connections," allows you to connect the Ace to two devices simultaneously. During testing, this feature facilitated seamless switching between a MacBook Pro and an iPhone. This capability is particularly useful for users who frequently switch between devices, ensuring smooth transitions and continuous connectivity.

Noise Control

Sonos Ace Menu > Hardware Controls > Noise Control

Looking to control your listening environment? The Ace offers Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Aware modes, switchable via a button on the right earcup. While Sonos doesn’t provide extensive customization for these modes, you can enable a setting to turn off all processing to preserve battery life when needed. This feature ensures you have control over your listening environment and battery management.

Wear Detection

Sonos Ace Menu > Hardware Controls > Wear Detection

Do you want your music to pause automatically when you remove your headphones? Wear detection pauses your music when you remove the headphones and resumes playback when you put them back on. This smart feature prevents battery drain and ensures a smooth user experience by responding quickly to changes in headphone position.

Loudness

Sonos Ace Menu > Sound > EQ > Loudness

Need a boost for quiet listening? The loudness setting boosts bass and treble at low volumes, which might be useful for ultra-quiet listening sessions. However, for most listening scenarios, it's recommended to turn this off to avoid artificial sound enhancement and maintain a more natural audio profile.

Add TV Audio Setup

Sonos Ace Menu > Home Theatre > Add TV Audio Setup

How can you enhance your home theatre experience with your Sonos Ace? For Sonos Arc owners, this setting allows your Dolby Atmos soundbar and Ace headphones to communicate. Following a simple setup process, you can easily switch audio between the soundbar and headphones using the content key on the headphones or the app, enhancing your home theatre experience.

Spatial Audio

Sonos Ace Menu > Home Theatre > Spatial Audio

Want to experience 3D sound? Experiment with the Spatial Audio setting when your Sonos Arc and Ace are connected. This feature adds immersion to Dolby Atmos soundtracks, creating a 3D sound bubble. Pair it with head tracking for an even more dynamic home theatre experience.

FAQs about Sonos Ace Wireless Headphones

Q: How do I connect my Sonos Ace to multiple devices?  
A: Use the "2 Device Connections" feature in the Bluetooth menu to connect your headphones to two devices simultaneously.

Q: Can I control noise cancellation on my Sonos Ace?  
A: Yes, you can switch between Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Aware modes using the button on the right earcup.

Q: How does wear detection work on the Sonos Ace?
A: Wear detection automatically pauses your music when you remove the headphones and resumes playback when you put them back on.

Q: What is the loudness setting on the Sonos Ace?
A: The loudness setting boosts bass and treble at low volumes. It is recommended to turn this off for a more natural audio profile during most listening scenarios.

Q: How do I set up TV audio with my Sonos Ace?
A: Use the "Add TV Audio Setup" in the Home Theatre menu to allow your Sonos Arc and Ace headphones to communicate, enhancing your home theatre experience.

Q: What is Spatial Audio on the Sonos Ace?
A: Spatial Audio adds immersion to Dolby Atmos soundtracks, creating a 3D sound bubble. Pair it with head tracking for a dynamic listening experience.

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