Overview

The Sonos Ace is a premium over-ear headphone built around a custom-designed 40mm dynamic driver in each cup, tuned for a balanced, accurate sound across every frequency. An eight-microphone array powers Active Noise Cancellation that adapts to your fit and surroundings, so you can block out distractions on a flight, in an open office, or anywhere else you need to focus on what you're listening to.

Comfort was engineered into every detail. A stainless steel headband extends smoothly and locks securely in place, while memory foam and vegan leather ear cushions minimize pressure during long listening sessions. Sonos tested the Ace extensively across different head shapes, hairstyles, and accessories like glasses and earrings to keep the fit comfortable for hours at a time.

A 30-hour battery with Active Noise Cancellation enabled keeps you listening all day, and a 3-minute rapid charge delivers 3 more hours when you're in a hurry. Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint pairing lets you stay connected to two devices at once, and lossless audio is supported over both Bluetooth and a wired USB-C connection.

Simcoe Audio Video Insight

The Sonos Ace's standout feature for our clients is TV Audio Swap: press the Content Key on the right earcup to instantly hand off audio from a compatible Sonos soundbar (Arc Ultra, Arc, Beam, or Ray) straight to your headphones, complete with Dolby Atmos spatial audio and dynamic head tracking. It's the easiest way to watch a movie at full volume late at night without disturbing the rest of the house, and it turns a personal headphone into a genuine extension of a Sonos home theater system.

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Why the Sonos Ace Stands Out

TV Audio Swap

A single press of the Content Key hands off audio from a compatible Sonos Arc Ultra, Arc, Beam, or Ray soundbar directly to your Sonos Ace headphones, so you can keep watching without turning up the volume for the whole house.

Dolby Atmos with Dynamic Head Tracking

When paired with a supported Sonos soundbar, the Ace delivers a three-dimensional Dolby Atmos soundstage, with dynamic head tracking that adjusts the sound as you move your head to keep you centered in the scene.

Lossless Audio

Stream lossless audio over Bluetooth with a supported device, or connect via USB-C for a fully wired lossless listening experience.

Active Noise Cancellation and Aware Mode

An eight-microphone array drives Active Noise Cancellation that adapts to your fit and environment, while Aware mode lets ambient sound in whenever you want to stay tuned in to your surroundings.

30-Hour Battery with Rapid Charge

Get up to 30 hours of listening or calling time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled, and top up with a 3-minute rapid charge for 3 more hours of playback when you're short on time.

Bluetooth Multipoint and Wear Detection

Stay paired to two devices at once, switching between a call on your phone and a movie on your tablet without missing a beat. Built-in sensors automatically pause playback when you remove the headphones and resume when you put them back on.

Buyer's Guide

Who It's For

• The Sonos Home Theater Owner: Homeowners with a Sonos Arc Ultra, Arc, Beam, or Ray who want a way to enjoy full home theater sound privately, any time of day.
• The Frequent Traveler: Commuters and flyers who want strong Active Noise Cancellation and a compact, lay-flat travel case for long days on the move.
• The Everyday Listener: Anyone who wants a comfortable, high-fidelity headphone for music, podcasts, and calls, with or without an existing Sonos system.

How It Compares

What sets the Sonos Ace apart from a typical premium ANC headphone is its tie into a Sonos home theater system: TV Audio Swap and Dolby Atmos with dynamic head tracking are features you won't find on a standalone Bluetooth headphone, because they rely on direct communication with a compatible Sonos soundbar. If you're building out a Sonos home theater system, the Ace is the natural personal-listening companion to it; if you're shopping for headphones on their own, it still holds up as a well-built, comfortable everyday ANC headphone.