Sonos Sub Gen3 Review: The Ultimate Addition to Any Sonos System!
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The Sonos Sub Gen3 is one of the newest additions to the Sonos line up. It is very similar to the almost 8-year-old Sonos Sub Gen2, but with a few slight improvements!
The Sonos Sub Gen3 complements all of the Sonos soundbars very well! I use it with my new Sonos Arc, and it completely enhances everything about the Sonos Arc.
Basically, the Sub takes over almost all of the low-end audio and lets the soundbar focus on the mid-range and high frequencies.
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Great review, answering all questions one might have. Great work! Thanks.
Buying it because of you, thanks!
This is the second of your videos I seen, is pretty cool that you didn’t take credit for the other guy’s finding 👍🏼, pretty honest on your behalf, excellent review.
Just got the Arc my self and after the holidays I’ll get the sub, you sold me on it
Thanks! You won't be disappointed!
Thanks man I really like your reviews I like how you explain like all the little details about everything It's really helpful
Very good Video!!! Thanks Jonah - answered all my questions!
Happy to see you mentioned your problems with a Nakamichi system… After trying for about three weeks starting Thanksgiving .. I experienced the same popping and drop out due to the wireless sub.
Technical support was excellent and they even sent me a new sound bar but it did not rectify the problem… So I returned the whole system which I had purchased on Amazon. once I get a new TV to replace my eight year old Visio I will revisit adding a sound bar. I will have to listen to the Sonos set ups live prior to making a decision… Due to the cost
Best review and detail explanation. Thank you!
Everything is perfectly explained, great video as usual
Great review covered everything l needed to hear
I have the Arc and 2 Sonos One SL's for my surround sound . My sub comes in on Tuesday. Can't wait!!
Your reviews are so relaxed to watch man! I swapped my beam for the new Arc and now thinking about adding the sub to the collection as well. Thanks voor the vids!
Thanks for the support! If you can afford the Sub, then do it! It changes everything!
Jonah has a way of explaining things to make tech understandable. Enjoy your ARC!
I loved this review , I appreciated that you was so simple , no magic words at all !!!!! Just normal stuff is it really good, is it really worth it!!!!!!!!!!! I just got my sub Gen3 , for couple reasons I didn’t get my arc yet!!! But I can’t wait to get it and put them all together and shake my place !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Enjoying your reviews and also kudos to you for giving credit to your fellow TH-camr Peter Pee. I’ve been watching his videos and yours relating to the Sonos Arc etc. Great job 👍🏻
Great review!
The design is truly revolutionary. This goes to say that a subwoofer doesn’t have to look like a subwoofer. 👍🏻👍🏻
Great explanation
i just bought a sonos set up the sound bar, 2 one s l's rear speaker and a sub. i hooked up the sound bar and the base coming out of the sonos sound bar was more base than my last set up gave me. I'm waiting 4 my sonos sub and rear speaker cant wait to hook the up to c how much better it is.. because right now i didn't expect the sound bar to b this good on its's own. well worth the money i spent.
Great video and explanation
Just recieved my Sonos Arc with this sub and two Sonos One SL yesterday. Can't wait to set this system up and try it out in my livingroom.
Hope you enjoy it man! It sounds amazing!
@@JonahMatthes Just finished fine tuning it. I knew I wouldn't regret buying it. Simply love it!
@@markorajkovic9580 just ordered the same setup. Is the bass booming and impressive?
@@iankaczer1781 I'd say that the bass is very impressive. I am sure it won't dissapoint you.
@@markorajkovic9580 Dude. I just got it all set up. You legit feel the booms like you’re in an actual AMC. This thing is ridiculous ha.
@5:17 you have the Gen 3 and Gen 2 text swapped ;) love you reviews. I just picked this up with the Arc, and 2 SL's. Going to be picking it up from Best Buy Monday.
Very Good, I will buy one
Great review. Was considering getting the 1sl's first to go with my Arc but think I'll go for the sub next instead after hearing the comparison at the end of your review. You and Peter Pee are the 'go to' TH-camrs for all things sonos. Thank you.
I wish everyone would describe the product as well as you!
Nice review"! ;)
I recently got the Arc + 2 Ones & Sub and it’s bloody brilliant. Clean look and sound. Much recommended. 👍🏻
This. Is what I want. Are you still happy
I have a code through work for 15 percent off Sonos. So looking to get arc and sub to go my with of cx. Can't wait. Upgrading from Yamaha ysp 2700.
LG cx..
@@joebarnett1498 I am the same. I'm on the fence between sonos system or full AVR
Do you get an awesome boom and thump from the Sub Gen 3?
Good quality review on the gen3 sub. My current 2.1 setup right now is the gen3 sub, sonos amp, and a pair of KEF R3s. I’ve always thought about upgrading my sonos amp, but the gen3 sub just blends sooo well with the sonos amp specially on music. That sub is the only thing preventing me from upgrading my amp.
How much do u have to crank it up to get an imax like rumble out of that thing. I’m thinking of putting it in a corner next to my couch to further boost its bass. I’ve got a sub mini with an arc right now and while it’s good, it just doesn’t give that deep rumble in the chest
How much do u have to crank it up to get an imax like rumble out of that thing. I’m thinking of putting it in a corner next to my couch to further boost its bass. I’ve got a sub mini with an arc right now and while it’s good, it just doesn’t give that deep rumble in the chest
How much do u have to crank it up to get an imax like rumble out of that thing. I’m thinking of putting it in a corner next to my couch to further boost its bass. I’ve got a sub mini with an arc right now and while it’s good, it just doesn’t give that deep rumble in the chest
How much do u have to crank it up to get an imax like rumble out of that thing. I’m thinking of putting it in a corner next to my couch to further boost its bass. I’ve got a sub mini with an arc right now and while it’s good, it just doesn’t give that deep rumble in the chest
Thank you great vid
Heyyyyy Kudos man, I thought you would ignore Peter Pee, credit where credit is due, respect man! Honest guy!
Sonos 5 2nd gen and sub work amazingly well too
Genuinely tempted to move from Yamaha to Sonos, need to bite the bullet 👍
Do it, it’s worth it.
One of the smoothest sounding setups you can own - Beam + 2 Sonos One’s + Sub. Easy setup and room calibration, amazing 5.1 sound if you stream your content.
Is the beam as good as the arc though? I’m just not sure should I get one or the other...
@@rupamede The arc is a more capable/powerful soundbar. Both perform very well at their respective price points.
Beam ,2 play 3s n sub .... sounds awesome
The drivers move in sync to cancel out vibrations (both out or both in), if they moved the way you describe at 2:32 they would be out phase and cancel each other out and you wouldn't hear anything. It would also increase vibrations if they moved in the same direction.
Here's a great explanation of a similar setup th-cam.com/video/kI1zh6coDh0/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for this explanation. Came here to say the same thing!
Having the sub's cones move out and in together but in opposite directions is what cancels out any vibrations.
Really good REVIEW! Consider looking @ doing a review & recommending a couple of good routers for Wi-Fi that will minimize any Wi-Fi issues with wireless speakers.
I know your post is a year old but if you're still deciding on a good router...The Orbi WIFI-6 Mesh router system (3 Piece). PERIOD! NEVER had anything cut out on me while using. A LiL pricey but you get what you pay for, just like the Sonos sound. My whole house is practically Sonos based and I love it! Basement: Sonos Playbar Sub Gen2 and 2 One's SL, Living room: 1 Play 5 and 2 One's SL No Sub (Use for Music Only and sounds Great!), Kitchen: 1 OneSL, Guest Room: 1 OneSL, Media/Game Room: Have on order: Beam Gen-2 and Sub Gen-3 to go with my new LGC1 65 Inch. Reason for the Beam Instead of the Arc? The Media/Game Room size is big enough for the LG 65inch but not for the Arc. Had my Playbar connected in that room and switched it to the Basement because I was not getting the full potential of my Playbar system in that LiL 10 x 12 Room. The sound difference bet the Media/Game Rm and the basement was Night n Day. The Beam & Sub will be perfect for that LiL space.
For the price it better be awesome
Damn in Europe si 799€
Good Review! Getting this speaker connected to your network is a big headache or any sonos speaker!!!!
I’ve never really had any issues connecting any Sonos device to my network. Sonos Arc, Sub, and 2x One SLs. But then again, everyone’s mileage varies.
Very good review, great work 👍
Can you review Lg sn9yg
I'll add it to my list! It's definitely a unique looking soundbar!
J, I knew the Sonos Sub would impress you. However, adding 2 Sonos SL speakers for surrounds pretty much completes the whole system. Also, I read that using the iPad for Trueplay does a better job at enhancing the sound, but I haven’t tried that yet. Again, great review! 👍🏻
Indeed it will! Will have another video of the complete setup soon. Thanks for the support!
Jonah Matthes im looking forward to this
Sonos also markets in-ceiling speakers, so it's a little weird that they dont't offer any provision for integrating this with their Home Speaker system to produce a genuine 7.1 setup. What the heck else are in-ceiling speakers good for??
It would be GREAT if I could find these or the Arc in store.
Yeah, they've basically been out of stock since the day they were released. People have been buying them up like crazy! I was lucky enough to get the Sub.
Great vid thanks. Was looking to see what the difference was from gen2 to 3. Just recently upgraded to the Arc from the Playbar and running the two rear play 1's at the moment. Looking to introduce the sub at some stage. Off topic question, but do you reckon Sonos will release rear Atmos speakers?
Yes there is a difference audio wise. Look for a couple of videos by Peter Pee, the video title starts "Sonos Sub Gen 3 Vs Gen 2" the second video is "Sonos Sub Gen 3 frequency response" very interesting. I have the Gen 2 and I'm happy with it though.
Great review!!
Are you gonna connect also rear speakers to it?
Yep! Have 2 Sonos One SL's sitting in my office right now. Making a video on the entire system soon.
I wouldn't be happy with the Sonos sound bar without the sub and the rear speakers.
great review.....answering alot of questions that I have....again great job....cheers
I just got my gen 2 Sonos and I wanna get that sub3 OMG! I’m broke but let’s enjoy life already...
Thanks for this very complete review. I'm thinking about buying the Sonos Sub, but I live in a flat and I'm worried about disturbing my neighbours even if my building is really well soundproof. Could you telle me something about that ?
There is a very good reason why ‘not a lot of people’ are saying that the drivers are different. Cause they’re not 😂 I asked Sonos via email and they confirmed only hardware difference is the chips and ram. No idea where you got that info from 😮
Best review by far i saw this video of yours 3 days ago im bet the sonos arc with the sub and bose 700 but beacause of ur video in monday i will pick up mine😂😂the 2 sonos one i will buy it in the future do you think the sound will not be good without them?or better buy them and the sub in the future?is it always on?do i have to reset it if ever i unplugged it for what ever reason?i mean i have to set it up again like from the first day?thank you and more power NEW SUBSCRIBER HERE..ah without e arc?is it still give a good 3d sound?the top firing speakers still works?thank you
Hey Jonah, been watching your videos. I bought the Arc alone, I held of on getting the q950 A. Thoughts?
I'm replacing Yamaha YAS-209. Buy the Sonos sub also for 700$? Or cough it up for the full Q950A Samsung system?
Brilliant review from the average consumer perspective (non audiophile), ease of use, reliability and sound quality, everything I'd want in a sound setup, just the matter of price really. I'm wondering how it compares to jbl 9.1 soundbar..
Woooow the bass is so deep i cant imagine if we are there in ur place regarding the bass can you recognize where is coming from?i mean thats what im looking for i mean i owned many subs before but its always the same you can easy locate the the bass where is coming from but only when you said it before that it doesnt shake the house but you can feel it in your CHEST i think that is what im asking for once i have mine on monday i will tell you about it thank you
You are wrong on the drivers. They move towards each other. If they were to move the way you described it would make even more vibrations.
That is how they cancel out each others momentum.
Try recording the woofers with your phone on slow motion and you will see.
Yes, thanks for stealing my words!
As always a really great and detailed review. Have you heard the Samsung HW-Q90R, and what are your thoughts?
Not yet! I'm trying to get my hands on it for a few days so I can compare it to the Sonos Arc and it's complete system.
Jonah Matthes that’s great. Thanks a lot, Jonah. Really looking forward to the comparison..
What a great reviewer, thank you very much.
Please, do you think these sound bars with their subwoofers, example Samsung, sonos etc for home theatre are capable to out perform a home theatre system that has bookshelf, centre speakers and a subwoofer not necessarily from the same manufacturer? For short, do you think home theatre system made out of sound bar could meet the sound quality greed (particularly bass) for audiophiles?
I'm not really an audiophile but an audio-enthusiast with an insatiable greed for earth shaking punchy bass.
Get the arc, two play 5s as you surround and the sub.you will be blown away by the sound
Great review as usual. Have you ever used a Bose 700? My research says it was better than sonos playbar but I have already bought the sonos arc and getting a little skeptical whether bose will come out with a better atmos soundbar in a couple of months. I am also bummed that arc does not have blutetooth which I didnt know when I was buying it. I am an android user and very low chances that I will move to Iphone in the future. It sucks when you cant just watch youtube vidoes on your latest Android phone with sound coming from the arc. I have a LG C9 and thus earc and dolby atmos as well. But cant be bothered to turn on the tv everytime I need to watch a video on TH-cam. Soo confused!!!
Raj Grover try using the optical input. There’s one inside the Arc.
For this review did you have your arc, gen 3 sub and 2 of the Sonos surround speakers connected?
Great video! I currently purchase a pair of SL, Arc and Sub 3. My question is can you hook up 2 sub to a surround. This is all in my living room.
Thanks! From what I understand, no. In my current system, Arc + Sub + 2x One SLs there isn’t any option to add an additional sub.
Got it! Thanks
I've got a beam I was waiting for the mini but it's not as cheap as I expected so decided rather pay extra instead of making the compromise
Swif7, that’s also one of my favorite artists
Peter Pee rocks. However, even though there are some slight performance differences(very slight) between the Gen3 and Gen2, he feels that the Gen 2 might appeal to more people because it has a slightly better and consistent arc above 40mhz. The Gen 3 has better performance below that down to 20mhz.
Gret Review..Where did you place the sub in relation to the sound bar?
Nice guy.
Bought the Arc a couple of weeks ago and the sound quality is beautifull. Only for music its horrible because there is no bass. So just orderd the sub gen 3 and hopefully i wil be blown away.
Did the sub improve your setup?
Yeah the sound was so much better, a week later i bought 2 sonos one speakers and now my setup is complete.
@@deslooper8182 cool! I ordered the sub and the arc.
What would this sub compare to so that I can get a sense of what to expect...SVS SB1000 for example?
The sonos wont even compare to the svs
I went beam over arc for the money to snag the sub and ones. Look at the frequency comparisons.
Thanks for the informative video. Could you address adding a second sub to a SONOS surround sound set up? I am currently running an Arc, two 3’s as surrounds and a gen1 as my first sub. I plan to soon purchase a gen 3sub. Ty!!!
I have a video on adding a second Sonos sub. Check it out!
@@JonahMatthes I did review your 2 sub video. I did briefly fall for the attached cable comment to my confusion and dismay. Very dry (much like my humor). Well done!!
Can you recommend some kind of a passive soundbar or center channel speaker that has the same look of a soundbar. My current center speaker does not look aesthetically pleasing. Thanks.
So if i don't want to use wifi, I can connect the sub to the router via ethernet so that the arc, which is also connected to the router via ethernet, can communicate with the sub via the router through the ethernet cable?
Can you further review the HD FURY ARCANA?
Great job,I have a question,can you use an iPad instead of an I phone to set up trueplay?
Hi Jonas, can I install the sonos arc over my tv near the ceiling or will that affect the sound? I don’t have much space for the arc under the tv.
I mean you can, but I really wouldn't suggest it. The upward firing speakers will not work correctly.
Hi,please tell me, wich subwoofer goes lower/deeper between this sonos and jbl 3.1 / 9.1 ?
Good information. Does sonos Arc and Sub work with Sony XBR 70 inch and has ARC.?
Super!👍👍👍😎
Got the arc and sub will wait for the rears but just the arc a sub is awesome oh and gaming through the ps5 is a killer
If you said with that actual set up of yours i already a killer and sounds awsome when you add the surrounds it will bring the sound to a whole new level you will remember me once you have it connected i came from bose acustimass 6 with a klipsch sub woofer a 10 inch and a denon reciever and the sonos sounds much better the bose also sounds good but in high volume it hurts my ears😂
Is this a bass that you can feel as well as hear throughout the house??
I have a easy question; how i know when the bar is off?? I purchased my Sonos arc 2 weeks ago and i don’t know how turn off..
And i trying to buy de sub woofer gen 3 but is sold out every where
Did you have to do a special setup in the settings of the arc or the bass just automatically deactivate to let the sub do the job on the low end frequencies ?
The Arc automatically adjusts its settings when you add the sub.
@@JonahMatthes thx
If my room is 7 meter× 7meter and the cieling hight is 4 meter high would sonons arc work fine as far as dolby atmos goes.
Hate they dont give specs like the -/+3 or 6db. I had a pb2000 svs sub and A Quiet Place literally moved the air and i felt it on my skin - awesome feeling. Does this sub do the same seeing it goes to 25hz?
It wont
Can I tell me if there's anyway I can reset Samsung giga 1500 speaker ots on protection mode
As of now I can afford the arc and the twin speakers. Would that be sufficient until I get the sub in 6-10 months?
I’ve always been of the opinion it’s better to get the sub before the rear speakers.
You probably made your decision by now but that was my preference. I got the arc separately and I liked the bass that is already provided. And I preferred a surround sound over having a better bass.
Get arc and sub first if u can!
Have the Beam and two One's with the sub on order. I am curious if anyone knows how the wifi is actually used in this setup... In my situation I have the system setup using the hotspot from my Verizon tablet. There is NO other option. My question is, what piece of hardware is responsible for sharing all of the sound info as it plays? Is my tablet essentially a LAN or hub and if so is it sharing data locally or is it using up data by negotiating the sound on a server somewhere then yeah... Someone draw me a picture please.
Great review, your arc review convinced me to get one but I'm struggling to get hold of a black one at the moment in UK. I've just picked up the sub gen 3 and two SL's for rear speakers this week, can't wait to get the arc now and set it all up. As an android user do you think I could just use my wife's iPhone to set up True play and then continue to use my phone for the app once setup?
Happy I could convince you to get it! You shouldn't have any issues with running the Trueplay calibration with your wife's iPhone, then using your phone afterwards. Once the calibration is locked in, you are good to go!
@@JonahMatthes Thanks that's put my mind at ease, I'd been trying to find that out all week with no luck
hi which one is better in terms of lower bass frequencies bose module 700 or sonos sub gen3?
How do you like this compared to the Nakamichi? Which one do you prefer?
I’d definitely take Sonos over Nakamichi. That’s not to say that Nakamichi is bad, but Sonos is just really really good in my opinion. Very pricey though.
I have a little noise (little Clic clic) coming from the sub when I put my ear near to it. It that normal?
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
Is the system better than the nakamichi Shockwave 9.1
Being that it costs over 1800 for the whole system for the sonos
Is it worth the extra coin?
Can you connect 2 of the subs for a 5.2.2?
From what I have read, yes, it seems that you can connect 2 subs to a single soundbar.
ok so someone gave me a Sonos one and I was amazed by the sound - I want to build it up with a sub and maybe another one - would this work???
Get one more Sonos one and a sub and you are set 😊
@@erinweber1351 I did exactly that - and it sounds amazing
For music only. If you want to add it for tv, you need a soundbar.
Is this system better than the LG SN11RG?
You've convinced me!. And a store in London (Fenwicks) is banging them out for £535... Normally £699. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for the heads up!
Just so you know Fenwick’s is selling the Gen 2 not the Gen 3 at £535 (it’s just labelled as Sonos sub)
@@chrisrwedwards Yes, it's been delivered and i've noticed that. I'm not to bothered, although they've been a bit cheeky. The sound is just as good as the gen3. I have looked at some youtube reviews showing the differences, and they won't affect my usage. Even gen2 on ebay are selling for £400+. So I'd rather have the benefit of buying new with the guarantee. But thanks for letting me know.
@@Thereishope664 I got playbar can added sub easily via the Sonos app ? Has it improved the bass in sound
@@fayman1721 HI, total 100% a must have. the bass is awesome. I just love it. Go for it, you won't regret it.
Whats a sound measuring utensil? 😅
Did you say you wouldnt use sonos if you are an "audiofile"?
What would you say is better?
An amplifier and traditional speakers. As far as what to go with, that entirely depends on your budget.
Can we connect it to yamaha yas 209 ??
No, you have to connect it to a Sonos Soundbar.
If I bought this and their PlayBase, are they compatible? This my first time buying a home theatre so I’m just trying to get info.
Yes, they are compatible. Shouldn't have any issues pairing the Gen3 Sub with a PlayBase.
I got 4 homepods for my Dolby atmos for Apple TV wanted this for a sub is this possible?
I would like to ask for your honest opinion with regards to the Sonos Arc with Gen 3 sub and One SLs vs Bose 700 soundbar, sub 700 and rears 700. I heard the Bose 700 in the showroom and it blew me away. I cannot listen to the Arc yet as they are not in stock. Can you give me your opinion on which is the best choice?
Wish I could give you an informed opinion on this, but I can't because I have not heard this Bose system altogether. Sounds like a great video idea though!
@@JonahMatthes I look forward to it if you do eventually make a video about it
Is there a way for me to connect this to my Yamaha receiver?
Nope. It will only work with other Sonos products.
Great review I ordered the ARC 2 subs and a pair of one sls I’m super excited hopefully it’s not gonna make my neighbors hate me lol
You’re gonna love that system!