Sonos Sub Gen 3 Review - Should you spend £799???
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In this video, we review the new Sonos Sub Gen 3. We compare it to the old Sonos Sub Gen 2, weigh up the pros & cons, test the sound difference with the new Sonos Arc & Sonos Beam and answer all the commonly asked questions we get from our customers.
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These reviews are so good. They're completely unbiased and do a proper review with all the negatives as well as the pro's. Any advertising of their store is subtle and you know what, I'm going to buy my Sonos Arc from these chaps just because the quality of what I've watching from their channel this evening. Thanks for another solid review.
I would do the same all the way over here in Cleveland, Ohio.
I like these reviews. I know they're a store but the reviews are always pretty much straight down the line and not trying to sell you anything in particular.
I had the beam first, then x2 one sl’s and then I got the sub. All I can say is, save up and buy the sub. It sounds incredible.
Hi, I just got a beam 2. Its great but I do want surround and sub. Sub first or surround first?
@@lanceh90 surround
I did the same with the Beam+two Symfonisk bookshelf rear surrounds. I added the Gen 3 Sub about a year later and WTF! It was like an entirely new system with the sub. I'll say stick with the rear surrounds if you just watch cable TV or shows with mostly dialogue (crime show, game shows, news, reality TV, etc...). You need the sub if you like action movies, special effect movies, or Sci-fi.
I paired this sub with my stereo Sonos fives. I wasn’t sure what to expect and wasn’t sure if it would be overkill, as some people have been commenting. It’s true that the fives already have an impressive bass. However, with the added sub, I really notice an omnidirectional sound to before, which I really love. Personally, I’m really happy with this combination.
I have the two fives as well! I just bought the arc to pair with them using them as rears. But I don’t feel it uses the fives as much as I would like. I am watching this video to decide if I should go back and switch the arc for the sub paid with my fives and now I will!! Thank you.
Should you get a sub to go with your soundbar? YES. My Playbar and Sub Gen 2 are brilliant.
Finally bought one, my first subwoofer ever. And; wow! Now I’m not just hearing the sound, I’m feeling it. Makes all the difference!
Great review. Most informative on the Sonos sub that I have seen yet.
I bought mine with the 30% upgrade discount so am very happy with my purchase - paired with Beam and 2 Play:1 surrounds
Good, honest review! Not trying to force it down the throats of customers, but just honest about what it can do for you if you need it and when it might not be suitable for your room... Well done! Subbed
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Would be interested on how this sub, arc etc cope with Apple Spatial audio for music.
I own the arc and sub gen 3 and highly recommend watching the Harry Potter movies lol any movie it sounds great tho!
Beam , 2 play 3s, and sub ......... awesome
Recently bought the arc with sub and two back speakers. The sub is 100% worth it!
I have a Beam (S2) with two play:1s (S1) as surround speakers. Will this works well?
By the way, it did 😊
Wow this was much more detailed than I expected. Thank you for the video! I’m ordering the Gen 3 sub for $599 locally at my Best Buy for Black Friday🎉
What's the song you used for testing?
is it worth adding a Sub to a playable and 2 Sonos SLs?
Thanks for your review, Im being a happy Sonos surround owner next week.
I just bought the whole package. Arc Sub gen 3, and two SL1. Excited to connect for 2021 when I get 83 inch LG OLED TV. Good reviews 👍
nice set up....i have the same but with 2 subs.....cheers from Canada
@@GOLFADDICT65 thanks man. How is it with 2 subs? Too much bass?
Nice! I have my setup like this with a 77 inch LG CX OLED
I'm wanting to do the same but with the sonos 5 instead of the SL1s but would it be overkill?
@@DidIDoThaat yes unless you have a mansion.
Heard one yesterday. Very impressive for its size if you turn it all the way up
I purchased one, but sold it since you need to higher the volume and it gets overwhelming.
Sure it might work in a big house, living room but sonos needs a smaller version.
I think the size is somewhat mitigated by the aesthetics, it's a beautiful piece of design. With no wires and the power cord easily hidden, I'm not sure I would guess it was a sub if I didn't already know what it was.
Excellent review and advice. Will be purchasing a sub from you when they’re back in stock.
Does this gen 3 sub punch you in the chest?
Also any word on if they’ll ever support adding another sub? As in have 2 gen 3 subs to the Sonos arc
Shakes my house pretty good. It’s a different type of bass though. It doesn’t over power you in the seat but does shake everything around you lol it’s hard to explain but highly recommend it.
Always appreciate your videos.. I’m more of a Bose customer but I’m tempted with the new Arc since it’s got Arnos.. if Bose doesn’t step up before the end of the year, I’ll take up the Arc
Yes the Arc is great I have one, just make sure you have an e-arc enabled tv, if not you won’t get the full atmos experience.
love my Sonos set up.......Sonos Arc / 2 Gen 3 Subs / pair of ONE SL's as rears........have thought of putting the 5's as rears.??? your thoughts ? room is 14 x 22 ft...8 ft ceilings.....cheers all from Canada
I have a Sennhieser Ambeo sound bar - can I add/pair this Sonos Sub to my sound bar?
No, Sonos products are designed to work only with other Sonos products.
I must admit. This was pretty informative. Thanks for the info.
Thanks for another honest and unbiased review - clearly a trustworthy company.
Question: In the video you show the Sub against walls and bookcases. Is it better that way or further out from the wall to avoid boom? I put mine in a corner with the small side close to one wall and the open side about 20 inches from the other. I haven't experimented as that made sense to me but I'd be interested in your opinion.
really good and useful tips. helped me make my decision . Thanks
Can you use 2 Sub Gen 3’s with the Arc?
Yes.
I dont have a heap of room unfortunatley however this would fit between my Entertainment Unit and wall if turned lengthways ... Would this change the way the sub sounds i.e does it have to be front facing to get the full benefit? Any help would be greatly appreciated. I currently own the Sonos Arc. I am only watching movies if this helps.
Hi, and many thanks for your very enjoyable reviews. You said the Sub does not pair with the Move, however if I were to invest in an Arc + Sub combo in my living room, started listening to a tune and that I wanted to extend the sound to my garden where I do have a Move, would it still be possible to use all 3 in unison?
Thanks again!
Hi Nicolas, yes you would be able to group the audio from the Arc & SUB zone to the Sonos Move. Hope this helps and thanks for watching.
@@smarthomesounds Thanks a lot!
I disagree with the idea of not pairing the sub with a pair of Sonos 5s. I did just that and my music listening experience went up several notches. Initially I was hesitant to make the investment and thought I might wind up returning it but within 30 minutes I knew the Sonos Sub wasn't going anywhere. And the room where the Sonos system resides isn't that big, it's a first floor bedroom where during the summer time I seek respite from the heat.
The Sonos sub made such a big impression on me that I realized the sub I had been using in my home theater area was garbage. Since then I have upgraded to a Rel Acoustics S/812 sub and one word describes it - WOW. Pricey, but also the kind of equipment that you just might wind up taking to the grave. High quality speaker components are good that way - don't readily go the way of the dodo (unlike most other tech).
What about Arc and 2 fives no sub?
Always loved this sub on many levels. Sure wish they'd make a wired version so I could add it to my traditional audio setup. I'm sure they'd double their sales if they did that. Heck, I'd even buy two because they're not a big box.
Thanks for a great and honest review. In my current setup I have two Sonos Play 1. I also have a Sonos Play 5 (Gen 1). The Play 5 is however not S2 compatible and thus eligable for a Sonos trade up giving me 30% discount on a single speaker or a bundled package. In my case I'm considering upgrading my living room with a set consisting of Sub + Beam. Combined with my pair of Sonos Play 1 I think I'll get a great music and cinema experience.
Do it. The sub gen 1 isn’t that great and you’d enjoy that setup a lot more. I just got my 5.1 system from sonos and its great
Cinema Reels: Dolby I will keep the Play 5 (Gen 1) but put it in a separate room and upgrade the rest of the system to S2.
I bought my sub from you a few weeks ago, loving it so far, definitely makes it feel like you are at the cinema when watching movies. The service was excellent, used your online chat to get a price match and the interest free payment plan is definitely a plus for such an expensive product.
snipesmine I recommend getting another sub so that you’ll have 2. You’ll have an even better experience. It won’t be necessarily more bass, it will be smoother more even bass getting rid of dead spots in the room. I myself have 3 and it’s money well spent!
@@Prettytony0627 Holy smokes, wanna fund me an extra one too? Just bought one, with the Beam 2 and 2x One SL's, but gosh dang it's all expensive. Almost three times what I paid for my new CX today.
@@Nemesiz00 I don’t have 3 Sonia subs. I have a more traditional atmos setup.
HI can i use 2 subs with my sonos system ???
awesome now we can......thx Sonos...cheers all
You suggest adding a Sonos sub to an existing surround setup. How do you do that??? 😳
Got the beam 2 , got the one sl's from them and tomorrow I got delivery of sub gen 3 from them, can't wait to see what's the difference with the sub :)
Thank you
Wow what a timing lol , just got the sub 4min ago . Now need to get back home from work and get the neighborhood mad at me ;D
Just a quick question, is it the best to hard wire the beam as the surrounds are hard wired but strangely enough they cut in and out when I sit in front of them. I didn't wanted to do that as there is to many cables as it is already behind my TV.
So I have 2 x Play: One's and a Beam. I'm wondering if it's worth adding this sub to the setup?
The Sub will finish off your 5.0 system to make it 5.1 and will make a significant difference to how your system sounds and also one of the most popular set ups that utilises the Sub, but whether it's worth £699 for you, I'm afraid I can't answer :)
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great review
I have a sonos beam and 2 play ones as rears can I add 2 more sonos ones as a middle surround them add sub ? Eventually would like to have. Arc , sub, 2 middle 2 rear surrounds. I adk this becusr I ordered 2 sonos ones and haven't opened them yet.
Unfortunately Sonos doesn't support a 5.1 setup, only a 3.1 setup. So Arc, 2 surrounds and a sub. However, you can add a second sub now if you want to go all out.
JUST BUY SUB FROM SHS IT MAKES HUGE DIFFERENCE , I WOULD SAY THAT BEAM ALONE WITHOUT REAR ONE SLS IS A BIT OVERKILL (MUSIC PLAYBACK WISE) AS THE BEAM ISN'T POWERFULL ENOUGH AND IF YOU OVERDUE THE SUB VOLUME IT WILL DROWN THE BEAM, NEXT DAY DELIVERY AND EXTRA WARRANTY FOR FREE IS AMAZING, AND YOU BUY IT FROM THE GUYS WHO KNOWS EVERYTHING ABOUT THE SONOS SYSTEM. EXTREMELY HAPPY WITH THEM AND THEIR SERVICES.
YES. it is 100% worth it. Buy it and never look back. Changes how your fave songs sound. Reminds me of in-car listening in your home.
Thanks again for these reviews! We started with the Arc & Sub Gen 3 in the family room. Now we have the Amp paired with Sonos in wall speakers in the master. We added an additional Sub Gen 3 to the master and it's an amazing upgrade!
With ARC+2xONE when SUB is OFF more bass than when is ON? What I am doing wrong?
I have a Sonos Arc and considering this sub or the new mini. Would also like to add rear speakers in the ceiling. Does Sonos have any wireless ceiling speakers? Your thoughts on the new mini sub..
I’ve had mine 4 years but only played it 5 or 6 times. No there is no power light. Fuse and leads have been checked out, all OK
I don't want to use the sub with a TV. Simply want to add to existing sonos speakers for adding bass to my set up. Why does no reviewer mention that this is not possible????
I have question regarding my 2 play 5s. I want to set them up behind the couch 4 surround sound. They are set up with the sound bar so they are playing the same as the sound bar but I want surround sound not every bit of sound including script and none surround sounds.
But that sub is extremely expensive… Extremely… It feels like everyone in the comments are earning A LOT of money.. What am I missing here?
I got my Beam Gen 1 and added Symfonisk bookshelf rear speakers a few months later. I didn't add my Gen 3 Sub until 16 months later. I like Sonos because I can mix/match different combinations when budget allows.
Just received the Sub G3 and cannot figure out how to connect it to my 4 Sonance ceiling speakers for surround sound affect. My ceiling speakers are hard-wired to a Denan receiver, therefore; I'm baffled on how to connect the Sub with the speakers. I really need help on this. Thank you
14.12 and 14.14 update says “nah, not worth it”
Uhm wtf y’all are spreading misinformation. I was in contact with sonos and I was told that the sub is compatible with sonos one
Yes of course this is possible, can you please let us know where this misinformation is?
S2 app is getting dreadful reviews right now. Has anyone got any feedback on this as so many people saying their Sonos equipment is almost redundant because they keep disconnecting from the WiFi networks and have to constantly reconnect and even reset everything including the WiFi router again and again I'm serious thinking on getting a Sonos Arc or beam with a sub but not spending way over £1000 for something that won't work as it should when even right now my old Bluetooth LG works all the time and that was only £130 5 years ago.
What if i have a sonos 1 gen 2 and a sonos sl. is it okey to pair them with the sub gen 3 or get something different?
Can you use the Sonos speakers on a sailing yacht?
Hi Reginald, I can't see why not!
Does sub gen 3 connects with playbar or only with the arc and beam?
Why dont you talk about Trueplay? I have 19 Sonos products throughout my house and Trueplay is really important if you care about the sound. I have placed a single One on the wall in my bathrooms and after Trueplay they sound amazing- before that boomy and muddy. Trueplay on a home cinema setup is really important because it tunes the timings as well as the frequency response. Having removed the installation related frequency resonances makes it sound like you just spent a LOT more money.
dont buy if you have a virgin hub..problems problems problems for a " one button" set up.... never happens in my experience
Dont forget the Sub can only be 20 to 25 feet away from a “NEW” Sonos Amp if you are adding a Sonos sub to a room that might be an issue....unless you can hard wire the data port !
20 to 25 feet away? Who the heck puts a sub that far away?
@@itguru2037 Everyone. Anyone who keeps there AMPs on a central area would! For example my living room speakers are wired to the MCR which is 50 feet away, the sub is IN the living room with the speakers but connected to the Sonos via Bluetooth On the NEW Sonos AMP the Sub has to be within 20 feet or hard wired there in lays the issue
@@jmcg1981 are you serious? If you’re using a Sonos in a room that large you’re media architect is wrong. I’m using the entire 5.2.1 Sonos system in a 11x9.6 room with a 77 inch LG CX OLED. You need a much more powerful setup.
@@itguru2037 Sorry I think you're confused. I have multiple stereo zones in the house that are stereo with a sub 2.1 or just stereo 2.0 . My 5.1 systems or Atmos 7.4.2 systems are all hard wired systems and work perfectly. I am only stating that the NEW Sonos AMP has a much less powerful Bluetooth system in it then before and therefore needs to be closer to the sub then before if you are gong to use the a Sub wireless and centralize all your AMPs on one location in your home in some cases the sub will need a CAT 6 calbe also so it can connect to the network without using the bluetooth of a Sonos AMP
@@jmcg1981 oh ok. Now I’m tracking. Yes sir, you are correct.
I have a 2016 samsung ks8000. Should I still buy a sonos arc even though my tv isn't compatible with Dolby atmos and no e arc?
What do you mean with the 3rd con “won’t work with move”?
Thank you for such an excellent and informative review.
Absolutely love mine.
ditto. beam, 2 x SL & a sub. i love the jump you experience when watching a movie
if he cant tell me if it's worht it then this video is a definite downvote ...
Wow, great review just subbed !
I wonder what the difference would be between this and a beam against the like of the newer JBL 5.1 multibeam set up....well apart from the near £600 difference in price being the obvious one. I'm put off Sonos due to not using apple phones as this seems to make a big difference in user experience... And the app on the Google store gets a terrible rating with a lot of people saying at times they can't even use their Sonos equipment unless it's Spotify. They should have included Bluetooth just for backup....hence why I'm thinking the JBL as it's got Chromecast built in for streaming and also Bluetooth for backup.
Hi... I have 2 Sonos Move. Is there a Sonos Sub woofer for these speakers?
I’d like to know as well
What about add sub to playbase
Would love to add this to my pair of One SL’s
The Gen 3 Sub is an awesome beast. I'm running it with the Sonos Ones as rears and a Sonos amp powering some gen 1 Klipsch RP-600Ms.
That setup doesn't support atmos but it's awesome for movie night, classic rock music and gaming.
Sonos subs are outstanding yes not the most powerful?but it has something that my 6 previous subs from jbl,bose,infinity,yamaha and b&w.Those are also good subs,but the sonos subs what i love most is you turn it loud and there is no crackling sound or distorted sound from the spekers and the box its amazing btw i have dual subs of the gen 3 and its amazing.,paired with the arc and 2 sonos ones
Great review! Very helpful:)
Thanks
The sub, along with the Arc and SLs, is awesome. The difference it makes is astounding. Awesome piece of tech.
Is it also good for playing music? I have the Arc and two SLs but music doesn't really come to life yet. I am thinking about adding the Sub.
@@wouterdoets824 you need the sub
Wouter Doets did you end up buying the sub as I’m in the same position as you. I kinda want better sound for music.
@@karenwalker3958 Not yet. My girlfriend doesn't allow it yet 😕😉 Let me know when you did.
@@wouterdoets824 maybe this will help im a bose user for years i have my sonos arc with the sub and 2 sonos one sl as surround ive change my acustimass 6 with denon reciever and i can tell you that this sonos just blown me away!!movies?its much better than the bose in music?much much better than the bose at least for my taste the change is worth it when you calibrate it with TRUEPLAY the sound is amazing...also the bose is good but sonos for me is more way better sound quality is amazing my tv has only ARC HDMI but i can tell you that this really sounds great with the sub turns it in another level you will not regret
Great presentation... Having answered all of my questions. I made the decision to purchase the Arc, and now I am adding a Sub Gen 3. Now, I wish I were living in GB to take advantage of the services of Smarthomesounds!
Can you pair 2 subs to 2 stereo Sonos Five? Thanks
Thanks for the great review.
Quick question for anyone out there:
I currently have a Sonos amp driving a set of Dali Oberon 5s. Will the sub compliment this set-up, or will my money be better spent on surrounds? The Oberons have great bass, but don’t seem to be as good at lower volumes.
Any thoughts…….?
Thanks 👍
How about adding thins sub to a Play 3 pair ? Worth it ?
So with no ripples of water I won’t feel a punch in my chest with a deep bass? What will I feel then?
Either the Sub gen 3 is twice the size or this dude is 4 feet tall and weighs 100lbs
Would this Sub work with Sonos inceling speakers and the Sonos Amp setup?
Hi there, yes you can add the Sub wirelessly to the Sonos Amp. This can be done in the Sonos app :)
If you have Gen3 subs, you can connect 2 to your HT
Thank you, this is super helpful.
Can I pair this with my gen 1 sub?
Yes it's worth getting if you can afford it!
save you money. bass is bloated and lacking any detail.
thanks for the in depth information very helpful
What do you mean if you have a move it won't work?
I’ll be getting this on Black Friday
Just bought a Sonos Sub (Gen3) and after initial use noticed the side has slightly deformed, at the top. It as if the side is starting to pop out of the housing. Anyone else noticed similar on their Sub?
Hi Paul, that does sound strange and might need to be looked at. If you have bought the Sub from ourselves, do get in touch with us directly by sending some photos and we'll be happy to look into this for you. Thanks for watching!
Excellent reviewer
I don’t ever comment on TH-cam but this was such an amazing review and answered exactly what I wanted to know. Thank you
Thank you for the comment it’s much appreciated, and stay tuned as lots of exciting content to come.
What settings do you recommend the soundbar and sub be set at
This depends on your room size, shape etc........it could be different for everyone!
What does he mean when he says “won’t work with move”
The software will not allow you to connect the Move directly to the sub. You can add the Move into an existing Sonos system like Beam+two One SLs+Gen 3 Sub Home Theater with the Move added as in a whole house audio with the Move in the same room.
Is it worthwhile adding the Sub to a Playbase?
Of course
@@itguru2037So what's the point of getting a Playbase if it still needs the Sub?
@@anonanon7278 you don’t. You get the Arc. And you still would appreciate the added low end with the sub. It’s all up to the use case.
I have an 11×11 room with the sonos arc I am looking to get 2 sonos 5s and the gen 3 sub would it be an over kill to do so?
The 2 sonos 5s would be wallmounted to a back wall for back speakers
Enjoyed the video. 👍
Hi,please tell me, wich subwoofer goes lower/deeper between this sonos and jbl 3.1 / 9.1 ?
Jbl 9.1 ofcus