SONOS UX Sound Strategy
Deliverable: Earcon SuiteApplications: Wireless Speaker, Home Theater, Headphones
Partnered with CMoore Sound to redesign the earcon suite for Sonos, reimagining the sounds behind everyday interactions like volume up, volume down, startup, and shutdown. While the existing sounds were functional, they felt dry and disconnected from the warmth and richness that defines the Sonos listening experience. Sonos wanted to explore a new direction, one that felt as considered and expressive as the hardware itself.
Grounded in discovery and a deep exploration of Sonos's brand identity, we developed a concept rooted in the world of analog audio equipment. Drawing from the character of vinyl, tape machines, and analog synthesis, each sound was designed to carry a sense of warmth, texture, and familiarity. The result is an earcon suite that feels less like system feedback and more like an extension of the listening experience.