You can play vinyl records through a Sonos system and share the music with speakers in other rooms. The key is connecting your turntable to a Sonos product that supports audio line-in.
Not every Sonos speaker has an input for external audio. Some models accept a direct analog connection, while others require a separate USB-C adapter. You’ll also need a phono preamp if your turntable doesn’t already have one.
This guide explains which Sonos products support turntable connections, what equipment you need, and how to play records throughout your home.
Which Sonos Products Can Connect to a Turntable?
Sonos supports line-in on several products, but the connection method varies by model.
| Sonos product | Line-in connection | Additional equipment |
|---|---|---|
| Five | 3.5mm | RCA-to-3.5mm cable |
| Port | RCA | RCA cable |
| Amp | RCA | RCA cable |
| Era 100 / Era 100 SL | USB-C | Sonos Line-In Adapter and RCA-to-3.5mm cable |
| Era 300 | USB-C | Sonos Line-In Adapter and RCA-to-3.5mm cable |
| Move 2 | USB-C | Sonos Line-In Adapter and RCA-to-3.5mm cable |
| Sonos Play | USB-C | Sonos Line-In Adapter and RCA-to-3.5mm cable |
The Line-In Adapter is sold separately. Check the exact model and its current compatibility before purchasing accessories.
What About Sonos One, Beam, Arc, and Roam?
These products do not provide a standard analog line-in connection for a direct wired turntable setup.
- Sonos One and One SL: No direct analog line-in.
- Sonos Beam and Arc: HDMI connections are designed for TV audio, not direct turntable input.
- Sonos Roam and Roam 2: Support Bluetooth audio reception but do not have a standard analog line-in for a wired turntable connection.
If you own one of these speakers, you can still use it as part of a larger Sonos system by connecting your turntable to a compatible line-in product and grouping the rooms.
What Equipment Do You Need?
Before connecting anything, check whether your turntable has a built-in phono preamp.
A turntable cartridge produces a low-level PHONO signal that needs amplification and RIAA equalization. Sonos line-in connections expect a line-level signal, so the phono preamp must be part of the signal chain.
If Your Turntable Has a Built-In Phono Preamp
If your turntable has a built-in preamp, switch it to LINE output before connecting it to Sonos.
You will generally need:
- Your turntable
- A compatible Sonos product with line-in
- An RCA cable or RCA-to-3.5mm cable
- A Sonos Line-In Adapter for compatible USB-C models
If Your Turntable Does Not Have a Built-In Phono Preamp
Add an external phono preamp between the turntable and Sonos.
Signal chain:
Turntable → External phono preamp → Sonos line-in
You can learn more about choosing one in our guide to what a phono preamp does.
How to Connect a Turntable to Different Sonos Products
Connecting to Sonos Five
The Sonos Five has a 3.5mm line-in connection, making it one of the simplest Sonos speakers to use with a turntable.
What you need:
- Sonos Five
- RCA-to-3.5mm stereo cable
- Built-in or external phono preamp
Connection steps:
- Connect the 3.5mm end of the cable to the Five’s line-in port.
- Connect the red and white RCA plugs to your turntable’s LINE output or external phono preamp.
- Open the Sonos app.
- Select Line-In under Your Sources.
- Choose the connected source to begin playback.
You can then group the Five with other compatible Sonos rooms.
Connecting to Sonos Port
The Sonos Port is designed to connect external audio equipment to a Sonos system.
It has RCA line-in connections, making it a convenient option if you already own a separate amplifier and speakers.
What you need:
- Sonos Port
- RCA stereo cable
- Built-in or external phono preamp
Connection steps:
- Connect the turntable’s RCA outputs to the Port’s RCA inputs.
- Make sure the turntable supplies a line-level signal.
- Open the Sonos app.
- Select Line-In as the audio source.
- Group the Port’s room with other Sonos speakers if you want to hear the record in multiple rooms.
The Port does not power passive speakers directly. It is designed to connect to an existing amplifier or powered audio system.
Connecting to Sonos Amp
The Sonos Amp is useful if you want to connect a turntable and drive a pair of passive speakers.
What you need:
- Sonos Amp
- RCA stereo cable
- Built-in or external phono preamp
- Compatible passive speakers and speaker cables
Connection steps:
- Connect the turntable’s RCA outputs to the Amp’s RCA line-in.
- Connect your passive speakers to the Amp’s speaker terminals.
- Make sure the turntable’s signal is at line level.
- Open the Sonos app and select Line-In.
- Start playing your record.
The Amp handles amplification for the passive speakers while also allowing you to distribute the audio to other Sonos rooms.
Connecting to Sonos Era 100 or Era 300
The Era 100 and Era 300 use USB-C for their external audio connection. You need the official Sonos Line-In Adapter to connect an analog turntable.
What you need:
- Sonos Era 100 or Era 300
- Sonos Line-In Adapter
- RCA-to-3.5mm stereo cable
- Built-in or external phono preamp
Connection steps:
- Connect the Sonos Line-In Adapter to the speaker’s USB-C port.
- Connect the 3.5mm end of the RCA-to-3.5mm cable to the adapter.
- Connect the red and white RCA plugs to the turntable’s LINE output or external phono preamp.
- Open the Sonos app.
- Select Line-In under Your Sources.
- Select your turntable input and start playback.
You can then group the Era speaker with other Sonos products.
Note that line-in functionality is disabled when an Era speaker is being used as a home theater surround speaker.
Connecting to Sonos Move 2
The Move 2 also supports line-in through its USB-C port, using the Sonos Line-In Adapter.
The connection process is similar to the Era speakers:
- Connect the Line-In Adapter to the Move 2’s USB-C port.
- Connect an RCA-to-3.5mm cable to the adapter.
- Connect the RCA plugs to your turntable’s line-level output or phono preamp.
- Open the Sonos app.
- Select Line-In and choose your source.
Keep the Move 2 connected to your Sonos Wi-Fi system when using line-in and sharing the audio with other Sonos rooms. Bluetooth mode is a separate operating mode.
Connecting to Sonos Play
Sonos Play also supports line-in through the Sonos Line-In Adapter.
Use the same basic connection:
Turntable → Phono preamp (if required) → RCA-to-3.5mm cable → Sonos Line-In Adapter → Sonos Play
Select Line-In in the Sonos app to begin playback.
Check the product’s official setup instructions for any model-specific limitations.
How to Play Vinyl Throughout Your Sonos System
Once your turntable is connected to a compatible Sonos product, you can share the audio with other speakers in your home.
Grouping Sonos Rooms
- Start playing a record through the Sonos product connected to your turntable.
- Open the Sonos app.
- Select the room currently playing the line-in source.
- Choose the Group option.
- Select the additional rooms where you want to hear the music.
- Adjust the volume for the individual rooms or the group.
Your turntable audio can now play through the selected Sonos speakers.
Enable Automatic Line-In Playback
If you regularly listen to vinyl, you can configure Sonos to start playing the line-in source automatically when it detects an audio signal.
In the Sonos app:
- Open Settings.
- Select the Sonos product connected to your turntable.
- Open its Line-In settings.
- Choose an Autoplay Room.
- Enable Include Grouped Rooms if you want the audio to start across grouped speakers.
- Set your preferred autoplay volume.
Autoplay is disabled by default, so you need to configure it if you want this behavior.
Latency and Multiroom Synchronization
When you send turntable audio through Sonos, the analog signal is converted and processed before being distributed over your home network.
This introduces some delay compared with hearing the turntable directly from a nearby speaker.
Sonos includes an Audio Delay setting for line-in sources. Increasing the delay can help prevent interruptions and synchronization problems when playing the source across grouped rooms.
You can adjust this in the Line-In settings of the connected Sonos product.
For normal multiroom listening, this is usually not a concern. However, if you are listening to the turntable directly in the same room while also hearing the delayed Sonos playback, you may notice an echo.
Does This Work With Other Multiroom Systems?
Yes. The same general approach works with other multiroom audio ecosystems, including Bluesound and Denon HEOS.
The important thing is finding a component that accepts an analog line-level input and can distribute that audio through its wireless speaker network.
For example, a compatible Bluesound NODE or Denon HEOS component may provide the required input, depending on the model and generation.
The basic signal chain remains the same:
Turntable → Phono preamp (if required) → Compatible multiroom component → Networked speakers
Always check the exact model’s input specifications before buying cables or adapters. Not every wireless speaker in a multiroom ecosystem accepts an external audio source.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I connect a turntable directly to any Sonos speaker?
No. Only certain Sonos products support line-in, either through built-in connections or a separate adapter. Compatible options include the Five, Port, Amp, Era 100, Era 100 SL, Era 300, Move 2, and Sonos Play.
Do I need a phono preamp for Sonos?
Yes, unless your turntable already has a built-in phono preamp and it is switched on. Sonos line-in connections expect a line-level signal rather than the raw output from a turntable cartridge.
Can I play vinyl on multiple Sonos speakers at once?
Yes. Connect your turntable to a compatible Sonos line-in product, start playback, and group the other rooms through the Sonos app.
Can I connect a turntable to Sonos using Bluetooth?
Some Sonos products support Bluetooth audio reception, but Bluetooth and line-in are different connection methods. For a reliable multiroom vinyl setup, a compatible Sonos line-in product is the more straightforward approach.
Can I connect a turntable to Sonos Roam or Roam 2?
Neither Roam model has a standard analog line-in connection. Although they support Bluetooth audio reception, they are not direct wired turntable inputs. For a multiroom setup, use a compatible Sonos line-in product instead.
Does Sonos reduce vinyl sound quality?
Sonos line-in converts analog audio to digital for distribution through the system. Sonos specifies standard line-in audio at 16-bit/44.1 kHz. The overall result also depends on the turntable, cartridge, preamp, speaker, and line-in settings.
Can I use Sonos Five without an external amplifier?
Yes. The Five is an active speaker with its own amplification and built-in line-in connection. You only need a suitable turntable signal and the correct cable.