Sonos devices received a significant upgrade, yet the change has sparked a storm of perplexity among users
Sonos Speaker Bass Improvement Confirmed by Engineers
Sonos' recent firmware update, launched on August 6, included Digital Signal Processing (DSP) fixes that affected the representation of lower frequencies, particularly bass, on their speakers. These changes have led to an improvement in bass clarity and impact, refining lower frequency representation for a fuller sound, and enhancing user satisfaction with audio quality, especially in bass performance.
DSP, a technology used to enhance audio by manipulating the digital signal, acts as the "brain" inside the speaker, managing audio processing tasks such as equalization, time alignment, and frequency response. The fixes adjusted the algorithms that control bass frequencies (roughly 20 to 500 Hz), enhancing the quality and presence of bass without changing the overall sound profile intentionally.
These improvements were initially met with scepticism, with some Reddit users claiming the improved audio on Sonos speakers was due to a pseudo-placebo effect. However, Sonos engineer feedback and user reports confirmed that the improvements were real. Many users noticed an increase in "boominess" or punch in the bass, leading to an improved listening experience.
KeithFromSonos, a Sonos spokesperson on Reddit, initially stated that "No changes were made to the sound profile in the last firmware update." However, in a later update, KeithFromSonos acknowledged the "strange nuances" reported by Reddit users and confirmed that the improvements were indeed due to the DSP fixes in the Sonos update.
The DSP fixes in Sonos' recent update have been a welcome improvement for many users, enhancing their audio experience without altering the overall sound profile significantly. Sonos users can now enjoy their music with improved bass clarity and impact, making their listening experience more enjoyable and immersive.
[1] Reddit user ClearWinter2840 reported a "cranked up bass" issue affecting all their Sonos speakers after the update. [2] The updates were attributed to a set of DSP fixes introduced in the recent Sonos firmware patch. [3] Some Reddit users claimed the improved audio on Sonos speakers was due to a pseudo-placebo effect. [4] KeithFromSonos, a Sonos spokesperson on Reddit, stated that "No changes were made to the sound profile in the last firmware update." [5] Many Reddit users reported improved sound quality from their Sonos speakers.
[1] The DSP fixes in the recent Sonos firmware update resulted in a noticeable enhancement in the bass quality of smart-home devices like Sonos speakers, as reported by Reddit user ClearWinter2840.[2] Sonos' latest gadgets, such as its speakers, now offer a more immersive audio experience, thanks to the technology-driven enhancements introduced by the DSP fixes in the recent firmware update.
