The Sonos Era 100 is a popular speaker known for its great sound and easy integration with other Sonos gear. But like any device, it has a few common hiccups to watch out for. Here's the scoop from our research on some typical issues people run into with the Era 100, especially if you're planning to hook it up to a turntable or other external audio sources.
Turntable Connection
If you're thinking about connecting your turntable to the Sonos Era 100, it's good to know that you'll need a Sonos Line-In Adapter for this. This adapter plugs into the speaker's USB-C port and lets you use a 3.5 mm auxiliary cable.
The catch? This adapter usually doesn't come in the box and costs around $19.99, so you’ll have to grab one separately. It's a bit annoying if you were expecting a complete package.
Adapter Quality and Compatibility
Our research shows that the Sonos Line-In Adapter does its job well overall, but having to buy it separately has frustrated some folks. The good news is, once you have it, it seems like most people have no issues getting their turntables to work flawlessly with the Era 100.
Sound Quality Issues
For the most part, the Era 100 delivers outstanding audio, but a few folks have noticed that the sound quality can vary when switching between streaming services and local audio. This might mean tweaking some settings or updating the Sonos app to keep everything sounding top-notch.
Wireless Connectivity
Wireless connectivity can be a bit hit-or-miss sometimes. While the speaker does support both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, some people have reported occasional drops, especially if there are a lot of wireless devices around.
Usually, resetting the speaker or updating its firmware clears this up, but it's worth keeping in mind if your home network is crowded.
Overall Thoughts
All in all, the Sonos Era 100 is a fantastic speaker, but be prepared to get a separate Line-In Adapter if you're using a turntable. Also, you might face some minor sound quality and connectivity issues.
Even with these quirks, the Era 100 is a solid choice for anyone wanting to level up their sound setup within the Sonos ecosystem.
