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This is an ambitious ask: at US$229, it sits well above the US$168 75th percentile and more than double the US$104 median for recent used comparables. That doesn’t make it a bad buy outright, but it does mean the price needs to be justified by unusually strong condition, extras, or a specific seller advantage.
The CONNECT is still a very useful little streamer/bridge for systems that need digital output, with Sonos’ stable app ecosystem and easy whole-home integration being the main draw. For a clean unit with the original power supply, good cosmetic shape, and no network or output issues, it can still be worth considering—but at this price, I’d want proof it’s fully healthy and complete before paying up.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Sonos emerged from Santa Barbara, California, in 2002 as Rincon Audio, Inc., founded by John MacFarlane, Craig Shelburne, Tom Cullen, and Trung Mai. MacFarlane's success with Software.com provided crucial seed funding for their audacious goal: a wireless multi-room music system free from the wires and complexity plaguing home audio at the time. Renamed Sonos in 2004, the company debuted its pioneering ZonePlayer and controller in 2005, cementing its roots in innovative, user-centric sound technology.
The brand specializes in wireless speakers, soundbars, and home theater systems designed for seamless multi-room playback and integration with streaming services. Sonos offers everything from portable Bluetooth options like the Roam to high-fidelity architectural speakers and subwoofers, alongside recent forays into headphones and whole-home audio solutions. Amplifiers, turntables, DACs, and cables fall outside their core focus, which prioritizes app-controlled ecosystems over traditional hi-fi components.
Sonos holds a commanding mid-to-premium position in the consumer audio market, renowned for inventing wireless HiFi and setting the standard for effortless, high-quality sound. Trusted by audiophiles and casual listeners alike, it blends accessibility with sonic excellence, dominating the smart speaker segment while appealing to discerning buyers seeking scalable, future-proof systems.
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