Sonos Play:1 speaker

The Sonos Play:1 is a pioneer in the smart speaker market, known for its high-fidelity sound and compact design. Launched in 2013, it was a pivotal product for the brand, offering a wireless multi-room audio experience that became the company's signature.

Sonos was founded in Santa Barbara, California, in 2002 by John MacFarlane, Craig Shelburne, Tom Cullen, and Trung Mai. The brand's origin lies in the vision of creating a seamless wireless audio system for the home. While the engineering and design take place in the United States, manufacturing is primarily centered in China to leverage large-scale production efficiencies.

As of 2026, Sonos remains a publicly traded company on the NASDAQ (SONO). It operates independently, with its global headquarters still in Santa Barbara. The company has navigated leadership transitions, with Tom Conrad serving as CEO following Patrick Spence's departure in 2025. Sonos continues to focus on its 'Sonos System' platform, integrating with numerous streaming services and expanding its hardware ecosystem.