Control Sonos with Sonos 27voice

Sonos 27voice is the next-generation voice assistant that expands on the original capabilities of Sonos Voice Control. It leverages Large Language Model (LLM) technology to achieve more natural interactions compared to current voice assistants, and includes the new “ask me anything” domain.

By adding Sonos 27voice to a voice-enabled Sonos product, you can use voice requests to control any Sonos product in your system. This article covers how to use Sonos 27voice and the types of requests that will work with your Sonos products.

Sonos 27voice supports US-English, and will be available for Early Access Fall 2026.

Making a request with “Hey Sonos”

You can use Sonos 27voice at any time by saying the wake words “Hey Sonos.” While Sonos is listening, the white status light on your Sonos product will glow brighter and the volume will lower if any audio is playing. A confirmation tone will play after Sonos understands your request.

Types of requests

Sonos 27voice can act on a wide variety of requests from music control, library management, or even non-music related requests as part of the new “ask me anything” domain.

Example requests

• How many teaspoons are in a cup?
• Who won the Superbowl this year?
• What’s the name of the artist who sang “Purple Rain”?

You can find a full list of the requests you can make in our list of Sonos 27voice requests.

Natural dialogue support and command chaining

Sonos 27voice can fulfill complex, chained requests when using natural speech, as well as understanding implicit or vague requests. Additionally, Sonos 27voice has the ability to engage in conversation with you, and ask clarifying questions to ensure you enjoy the most accurate results, all hands-free. 

Example requests

• Play the album with a sardine tin on the cover
• Play that Bowie album about an adventure in space
• Who was the singer at the superbowl? Play their latest album on Hallway.
• Play the artist Jungle on Greenhouse, and group music with the kitchen.