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I have my entire music collection on my server, I would carry my laptop around and share Itunes throughout the house. IT was annoying to say the least, ANY ipod is really to small to hold my music collection. So I started looking for an easy way to listen to my music anywhere on my house on demand, seemed like a tall order until my cousin The Goon, turned my on to this unbelievable peice of hardware.

I could not believe how easy this was to set up. Inside of 7 minutes I was up and running playing music. (I had outdoor speakers setup, I just removed the amp and replaced it with this) Streaming my MP3's and Rhapsody is a snap. I have two zones set up and when I have a lot of people over I link the zones and its awesome, you hear the music everywhere. The controller has to be seen to be believed, its so wonderful, the best of an ipod with an awesome lcd screen... They keep improving the software, the addition of Pandora is really cool, although Im not sure I will pay for the service, I do like the option of having it. All I want now is to stream XM or Sirius... and it would be the PERFECT device. ITs damn close as it is...

They should include the cradle, as its really essential.

The Sonos ZP100 bundle (two ZP100s and one Controller) is a wonderful replacement for my old component stereo system (which was stolen last summer). I have one ZP100 hooked up to pair of Polk bookshelf speakers in the living room. The second ZP100 powers a pair of Acoustic Research wireless speakers that live variously in the kitchen, dining room and back deck. I'm not a hard-core audiophile, but the sound quality of the Sonos-Polk combination is more than good enough for me.

Of course, the real test of Sonos system is its management of my digital music library (currently confined to the 400+ CDs that I own and have ripped). While not quite as intuitive or easy to use as the iPod/iTunes interface, the Sonos Controller and Sonos Desktop Controller are pretty darn good, allowing me to quickly peruse my collection by artist, album, genre, etc. The graphics on the Controller are sharp, battery life is sufficient (it will last a whole weekend of near non-stop action) and the Controller's size, shape and ergonomics are all excellent.

If you don't have a stereo system (or want to get rid of the one you have), I'd definitely recommend the Sonos ZP100 bundle.

I am a music nut, I listen in my home, in my car, in my office. But until recently my choices for "full home audio" was limited to a few expensive choices or cranking the volume up in one room so I could hear it in other rooms. After reading reviews on the Sonos system in several different publications, I decided to give it a try. I purchased two bundles, one ZP100 bundle, one ZP80 bundle.

Setting up the four zone system took under 30 minutes. The most difficult part was moving a large piece of furniture. Other than that, it was the simplest "tech" experience I have had to date! After installing the software and connecting the first ZP80 to my network switch, the other three zones were up and running in five minutes. Sonos found my music files without a problem.

Nothing beats coming home, picking up the controller and firing up music throughout the entire house A great way to unwind and/or provide ambiance music. I was able to quickly add a few local radio stations that stream online as well as discover a couple of Internet only stations. I am currently trying out the free 30-day Rhapsody trial. It is a great way to rediscover long-forgotten songs and new artists as well!

I like the Sonos system so much that my new house, currently under construction, will include an 8-zone system. Nothing speaks louder than repeat business!

You won't be disappointed here. The thing is easy to set up, and it works like a charm once you get it going. It's easy to manage and every time I've had some change I wanted, lo and behold, the next software update or product release has taken care of it. The company's customer service policy is also fantastic. The person from whom I ordered my stuff has checked up on me more than once and is extremely responsive. If you have some issue, for me it was streaming a specific foreign Internet radio station, the support folks will solve it for you within a matter of hours.

Honestly, I am the kind of person who has a knack for pointing out shortcomings. Here, though, there are no shortcomings to point out. It's a great product and the folks who provide it work hard to make it perfect. You can't go wrong here.

Have used Sonos now for six months and retired all physical media as well as understanding and enjoying the range of available streaming services. The product has been superb correcting glitches in the network or music with communication between peers on the system. No doubt that this is how all digital media will be served within the home. I had one issue with a remote that died - customer service was great. Excellent! Game changing! Can anybody get me the right to purchase Company stock?