Sonos Arc Dolby Atmos Soundbar, Sub Gen 3, One SL ... Should you buy?
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- Is the Sonos Arc worth it to buy? And if so, is it necessary to get the Sonos sub and the One SLs for surrounds ? stick around and find out….
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Behind me is the Sonos Arc, Sub gen 3 and Sonos SL speakers that act as Surrounds. I’m going to give you the lay of the land on this new Sonos Arc the Sub gen 3 and the One SLs as surrounds. Then I’m going to give a score to the Arc as a standalone sound bar, a score adding the Sls, then Arc with the Sub. Finally at the end I’ll offer my buying advice on if….. and in what order I would buy …. Shout out to @hdtvtest for some humor on craving more length...
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I currently have the play bar. And use some now out of production play:3s for sorround which i really love.
What would you go for first of the sonos Arc or a Sonos Sub
Or even more different. Would you get the sonos amp, together with some towerspeakers like the Dali Oberon 5.
I would add the sub before moving playbar to arc.. the amp pushes some power so if the speakers are good, it will also sound good on 2 channels
@@BTheInstaller the speakers are two small floor towers by Dali with 2x 5.25" and a 29mm softdome tweeter each. And since Dali they have a wide dispersion of sound stage.
Is it possible to add sonos 621 in wall to the sound bar arc
like the features, setup was difficult for some of my devices (August Door lock, th-cam.com/users/postUgkxhB5YOMNj04GuoAosExygP4cH-dKeb4aB Bose speaker)... but all switches and outlets (5), thermostat, tankless water heater. Unfortunately all I can do is turn on/off Bose. It doesn't support volume or changing channels, but I believe that is due to the particular speaker I have.... Worth getting if you already have other devices to use it with... I don't sit around and ask Alexa questions much so that doesn't really matter to me....
Very detail on the Sonos Combo!!!! I have been searching for a video with such explanations, and you nailed it. Thank you for this video.
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fantastic vid! Enjoyed the breakdown and love the fact that you provided scores for the arc and one SLs and then the arc and the gen 3. That is thorough and really helps consumers like me figure out exactly which products are worth it.
Thanks. Glad it helped. Similar thought process many go through. Myself included.
I have to say.... This is my first time watching your videos and i've found you really informative, clear and easy to understand. I felt you were speaking for the average Joe, the guy with kids wife and a mortgage. Not just saying this is is the best regardless of cost. Your breakdown and explanation made me nod and for someone who's never had a soundbar you have given me food for thought. briliant review! i'm off to watch another one of your videos. You just got yourself another subscriber.
Thank you. I appreciate the kind words.
Thank you for a very good discussion regarding Sonos Arc and sound bars in general, from someone with considerable experience with sound bars and home theater systems and obviously knows what their talking about. This review was the deciding factor in helping me decide on the Sonos Arc as the sound bar to get and be a perfect complement to the 75 inch big screen that I plan on purchasing. It has the added benefit of being able to add on, at the appropriate time for me, the Sub Gen 3 and one SL to take an already great system to the next level for a full immersive surround sound experience.
🙏.. I just wish my family would let me blast it more. But apparently they all think I'm depth. Funny, I never hear them complain the movie theater when it's WAY louder. But that was back when we could go places. 😆
Perfect review!!! you said everything I wanted answers for and I'm sure it's the same for everyone here. your advice on which set-up to get based on funds and sound makes sense. Thank you for the thorough review. Great job :)
Picked up ARC, Gen 3 and 2 OSLs! Love it. Great video. Thanks.
Thank you for being short, and to the point. I will always listen to you and refer you to all.
For 2k with stands for rears this is a great set up, I’m going to buy one this fall. It is amazing for a sound bar with sub. It’s immersive, which was surprising.
Have the 5.1 setup myself also ..
Had for 3 days now and loving it .
The hardest thing to get right is how I want the sound, the auto tuning is pretty good also.
Arc surround - plus 1
Bass - plus 1
Treble - plus 1
Subwoofer - plus 3
Loud elected and voice enhancement also.
It sounds amazing and I'm hearing sounds iv previously never heard.
Also the mrs says it looks tidy ..
Sounds amazing when connected to a panny uhd blu Ray through the TV using EARC ..
Ready player one is a great demo also ..
Great video
Thank you
It does look nice. I have the treble on arc up +4, sub +3. That's it. The rest leveled out.
Great review - I have just moved to a detached house in UK where I finally get to design my own, medium-sized music/home cinema room. I have an installer lined up and he’s recommended the 3 Sonos components you review here. You’ve really helped me to decide to go ahead with all 3. I was going to use these with a new Sony A90J 65” but have decided to save a few quid (=English bucks !) and go with the LG CX 65” which everyone seems to love to bits and you seem to, here, as well. Thanks for the clarity !
That was the best review i’ve seen about Sonos ARC. Thank you!
Good job 👍 thanks for the honesty don't lose that when ur channel blows up cause it will
Thanks ... I am excited to keep bringing it from the consumer end and feel of the tech as well as quality.
Great video and discussion on the entire system. I love mine, will be adding the SLs to complete it soon.
Nice.
@@BTheInstaller did you set up your SLs in ambient or full?
@Javoy Johnson with your budget you should get the 5.1 Sonos Bundle with the Arc
Costco has the one SL for dale as a pair for like 300 dollars well worth it.
Best Buy magnolia room just got restocked on the Arc too. Gotta go in.
Best product review ever, you deserve a nobel price for this, much love from Nigeria. 🇳🇬
Thanks man. Hope all is well... I dream of visiting your continent. Hope to sooner than later.
Very happy with my new Sonos Arc + Sub Gen3 + SL One: absolutly Amazing!! Thanks a lot for the review !
Now the next move will be to get a 2nd sub or not? Lol.
"Priced to hurt" seems rather accurate
Yeah a $700 sub is not ideal for most people. It's tough to get a cleaner look witu power for $2k
Love this review. Straight to the point and well paced
I've had many Sonos products for at least 10 years. I look forward to upgrading my old playbar, old sub and old play:1's for the newer equipment. I will plan for it next year. Great video by the way.
I have the Beam with the gen 3 Sub. I was on the fence for a while regards getting the Sub but I have to say it is the best investment i’ve made recently. It really does take the Beam and Play 1’s to the next level.
Two thumbs up! Greetings from Canada.
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Fantastic review! Very informative, straight to the point, and clearing up what most people are thinking about this equipment.
Sooo happy to hear this review! I just purchased the Arc (waiting for delivery) and picked up the Sonos Bass today after a good amount of researching, but this video has given me confidence that I made the right call to move my home theater sound over to more Sonos products in my home. Thanks B!
Nice. I just did the upgrade video as well. Check it out.
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Perfect video man! Exactly what I was looking for. One question: Do you think having Sonos 5’s instead of the Sonos 1’s for surround speakers is worth the extra $600?
@@icn2u-rrr327 ha, I'm sure it is 😆 the SLs aren't like amazing speakers. The 5s are huge so probably for music in full mode, but I wish you could just pull a speaker and take outside without having to disconnect from the original room. I may say, save the $600 for another room speaker or a second ARC for a bedroom or something.
B The Installer much appreciated, my wallet thanks you 😄
Is this sound bar better than the lg sk9 sound bar? I wanna know cause I want to upgrade to get the best sound I can get when I watch movies
You should have mentioned about Sony. The Ht-St 5000 (7.1.2 atmos soundbar is great)
Just set up my Arc about a week ago and have been dying to find out if the sub and rears are worth it. You answered every question I had! Thanks for uploading!
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They are unfortunately lmaoooo. I’ve had a 5.1.2 set-up with these for 2 whole days and my jaw is still on the ground
@@CodeXana sorry - what is a 5-2-1 set up .
@@pault477 so for me it is the Sonos Sub, Sonos Beam, and 2 Sonos One SL’s
I've had this complete system for over 6 months now, highly recommend.
Hi from Bulgaria, Great video ... you help me choose my LG OLED and now I continue with the choice of sound system :) i will start with ARC, and after that Sub gen 3... keep up the good work!
I love this system! I have the Arc, One SLs for rears, and a Gen 3 Sub on my LG 65" GX. The Dolby Atmos and Vision contents is so sweet. I also added a One SL in my main bathroom and another in my main bedroom. Just recently I picked up a Sonos 5 for my office. It is really nice to have music playing at a comfortable level, but be able to walk around my place and enjoy it. In my future plans I will add a second sub to the living room setup. Great products from my experience so far.
Thanks for the video brother ,, 🙂 love from sweden ❤❤❤
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Great video! Been researching soundbars for the past few months, but couldn't decide on a soundbar until I, just now, saw your review. Will be getting the Arc and SLs today as they are available next to each other, the Sub absent from the display. Will putchase later. Thanks!
Perfect video. I have been researching this space a lot. For me the Arc with Sub seems to be the combo to get. It is more than I want to spend but am interested in getting into the Sonos ecosystem. You are the best!
Yeah no doubt. You have to get the sub second.
Nice review, I have the sl’s in my family room, great sound with music. Really hard to justify $800 for the arc but just got a 65’ Samsung I think I will give it a try. Just won’t tell my family the cost. Wish me luck, thx.
you like the arc tony?
I recently ordered the Sonos Arc for all my multimedia needs which includes PC gaming, streaming and so on but with only a thick wall separating our units I didn't want to cause any problems with my neighbors on both sides. I appreciate the expert advice that B The Installer provides to the public and without any sugar coating while everyone else just assumes that you live in a house that has a big living room, entertainment room or basement etc. and tells you that you need to buy the Sub gen 3 and Sonos SL speakers for the complete experience which isn't the case for everyone. Thank You B The Installer
I love it the moment I heard the quality at the store n after owning the Arc n Sub I m loving it every day n it’s planning to the SL 1 surround speakers after seeing your review. Tks for sharing your experience. Awesome
You the man. Best product review ever. Thanks mate. Off to buy the arc and sub!
✌ get it.
great review - funny too! I give you an 8.5 out of 10 and 10/10 with the subwoofer
lol
Great video dude thanks for all the information. I'm wondering about this setup with the sub (and possibly ones for rears) vs a full AV setup.
The biggest plus is obviously its more minimalistic and can add these multipurpose Sonos speakers whenever.
I've also seen the JBL 9.1, Samsung HW-Q90R and Sony HT-ST5000 are also seemingly crowd-favourites too. Any opinions/ recommendations?
Thanks for your advice I'm going with the Sonos arc
Just purchased the Arc and the Gen3 sub with the confidence of your video and others. Thanks! Hope it sounds amazing :)
Love the Vincent reference 😂
*I like the old style Echo Dot because it's small also **Newest.Technology**, gives out decent sound and doesn't take up a lot of shelf space if you want to put it on beam in the workshop or shed.*
Enjoyed your point of view. Ordered the Arch. I own two play One’s already. Hope to add the sub in the future.
Very helpful video. I have a Sonos Arc on the way to pair with my new Sony X950H tv. My plan is to just have the Arc for now, since I’m in an apartment, and potentially add on later. I love that the Sonos system lets you do that and piece out upgrades. After watching I feel really really confident with my purchase!
As a Sonos Eco System owner of: Arc,Sub,Sonos1x2. I have something to say. The app actually isn't easy to use for non techy owners. I had the system for a year now, and I realized their major flaw... That is the connectivity. This is their best feature; yet it can be the owner's nightmare. Let me explain. The entire system is integrated into the app via your WI-FI network. Router shoots out new Internet Protocol (IP) Address along with DNS, DHCP when it restarts. Let's say that your area had a local power or internet outage or you accidentally plugged out the ARC, or Sub, or anything connected to your Home Theatre System... Your nightmare begins. You now have a NEW Internet Protocol Address. The App won't detect your systems since your DHCP has been resetted. Be prepared to uninstall the App, factory reset the system, reconnect the installation that takes around 30min - 45 min to configure. You try to reconnect your system into the app, and now comes hell. it will not detect your surrounds or fail to connect wi-fi. WTF is going on? Prepare to unlink the TV WI-FI and retype the new password. Restart the phone, and disconnect from wi-fi, and reconnect by typing new password. Now you're ready. But wait... every saved data on your eco system is now gone. Alexa needs to be reconfigured too. It is hell. For price of the entire eco system, go with Sennheiser Ambeo Max. Seriously. Easier to use, and better quality of sound for same price of entire eco 5.1 set. The Pro of this system is that the Atmos is amazing; however, for the amount of problem it can encounter if your internet is down, it is not worth it. Wired Connection is necessary as an option for people that don't want internet system.
Got the arc in white, love it and sounds great without a sub.....but I want one 🤣
Great video. Cleared up a lot of questions I had. Thanx for taking the time.
Wouldn't change my mind. Got 2x One gen2, Beam, Sub gen3 and 2x Fives. Amazing for the price point and the ease of use just makes it great, can grab speakers to kitchen, backyard, what ever and play music all over the house at parties while able to have a blast watching movies with full surround.
Great review! I have the Sonos Arc myself I agree with the breakdown. The sub definitely makes a huge difference. My question is, with regards to the rears, would the sound quality diminish if you added the IKEA Symfonisk?
I don't know, but I've never bought anything at ikea that was "quality" on the level of a sonos whole home speaker. So..... but then again, rears only do like 10% of noises. But these SLs are great for music, add a lot of sound
You aren't able to add the Symfonisk as surround speakers to this system. Only as stereo speakers. Even though it is the same internals, Sonos has intentionally set the software so that you cannot set the Ikea speakers as surround speakers. So you would only be getting the same L&R that you get from the arc. I know from experience.
Ben Brewer You can add the IKEA Symfonisks as rear speakers to all SONOS soundbars.
Thanks, I didn't comment as I didn't know for certain. Glad you can clear that up.
Thanks for the feedback
Great review! The most definitely review on Sonus Arc I've watched. Does Sonus allow to add another sub?
great stuff B! thanks for the review. I currently have the subG2 and the playbar and its LOUD and amazing! - making me want to get the arc for my livingroom and move the playbar to my bedroom!
This is excellent! I always look for videos where there is a opinion as I was looking for one, not that it depends on user. You rock, subscribed for life :)
Thanks for the video.. can you compare the Arc to LGs SN11RG..
I'm considering the LG CX and trying to decide which soundbar to pair with it
I just did in this video.
At 11:00 with gloveless Vincent To
I was going to buy a cheap Vizio system but now I’m considering a Sonos setup for 10x more. Thanks ... 😢
That will happen
Get the vizio elevate system.
Great review of the Sonos ARC! You've made my decision really easy to pull the trigger on this bar.
Just picked up all 4! Wow !!! My house rocks the block! 10/10
Nice work.
Did you set up your SL in ambient or full?
You should look at the Klipsch cinema 600 and review that B!
Klipsch is garbage.
Awesome review, sold!
Thanks for the great review👍🏼!
Arc with Play 5 x2 vs. Arc with Sub g3 + play 1 x2 :: Fight!
Stop man... my wife is going to kill me. Uh good idea.
Or the Arc with Sub g3 and 2x 5s instead of 1s for surround?
I'd need a bigger room for that.
Sascha Schulze yes! But I heard that might overkill the base?
You tried 2 subs on the arc... overkill or perfect for a big room?
Great video 👍
2 subs is probably overkill the sonos sub really pounds
Just get 5s for rears to add bass if sub not enough.
Dude awesome review. Thank you so much!
Wow awesome straight talk review on the Sonos ARC! .... I subscribed!
You guys in US talk about 799 dollars being expensive. Meanwhile we in the UK pay that number in pounds….
I know your pain :( In Japan the Arc costs about $1,150. Even worse... an last years LG CX 77" model costs around $5,500!!
Lol you think the avg American can drop 800 for something like this? Lmao
THE ANSWER IS SIMPLE. NONE OF THOSE ARE WORTH IT.
THE ONLY BEST SOUND BAR IS THE NAKAMICHI SHOKEWAFE 9.2 SOUND. BAR.
I want to get that and see but this sonos is with its whole home is something that my clients love. Very inexpensive compared to $20k automation that needs an integrator to change a light bulb.
Definitely the duel subwoofers! 🔊 🔊 It’s makes more immersive feeling into whatever your watching. Though if he doesn’t like the LG controller the Nakimachi will throw him for a loop. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I saw that thing. I would just use the harmony but am interested in seeing that system.
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Thank you so much. I appreciate you breaking it down.
Just bought the system, but back ordered...ugh! Cant wait.
In a word: NO u shouldnt buy anything Sonos instead look out for REAL audio brands like jbl, harman kardon and Polk Audio
is Samsung real audio brand?
@@kostiantynsavostin3559 Samsung is Harmon Kardon now & there new HW Q95A 11.4 System is really good, especially paired with a new QN90q TV which uses the TV speakers to up fire while connecting to the bar
Excellent content and very detailled.. A must watch video! thank you!!
Big yes the best system i have ever had especially with 2 bases as good as being in a cinema can feel it through the air and in the floor and walls when watching movies
Great review, towards the end you definitely answered all my questions in terms of ARC + SL or ARC + Gen3 Sub. Given it’s price point ill be upgrading in phases as I get bored, so this helped with the priority steps.
This is an absolutely amazing review man! Thanks so much you got yourself a new subscriber
💪💪💪 thanks
Ex home theatre sales and installer when 5.1 and DVD were kings. Great review B and good to see Sonus available now. Anyway I am sold on the full kit. Now to go watch your 4K TV video, cheers Peter
great review thank you. I really need that vid!!!
Amazing review, now I really wanna buy them thanks
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This video has been very helpful my man… I’m getting ready go out and get the LG 77 inch OLED G1 Evo and the Sonos arc sound bar and the Sonos sub GEN 3 thanks for all the great information✔️👍🏽👌🏽😀
Great video. I watched before I bought, and again after I bought. Can confirm, full setup is 10.5/10.
Great video, excellent review and clear explanation. Found all other review videos they waffled and bored me. Not this one, thanks!
My man. I don't like videos, but the "in the rear" joke had me dead. Here's a new sub and a like.
Love your honesty when you review. Thanks for helping me choose my sound system and tv.
Excellent review.Thanks.
Great review exactly what I needed, cheers
I just purchased and set up the Arc, Sub Gen 3 and already had the Sonos one pair, and a 65 inch Samsung Frame. This is an amazing system and I’ve had many many years of home theater systems. The Sonos app also lets me feed the audio to my other Sonos speakers throughout the house and the Samsung TV remote is synced with the app so I can adjust the volume (or pause it) of the surround sound setup with my phone as well. Oh and that sub is fantastic, much better tight sounding bass than my larger older Pyramid sub . Thanks for the good review and scoring. I would agree with your 10.5
score.
Thx B. You’ve just reinforced my decision on what I’ve already ordered… the Sonos Arc. I got a pair of Sonos One SLs…. And by themselves they are incredible little speakers. I also ordered the Sonos port so that I can add my legacy system and existing sub to play together… at least I hope it can 😬. If it doesn’t I guess I’ll have to pick up the Gen 3 sub. I’m still trying to figure out how to add these One SLs as surround speakers with my System.
Love your videos tho. Please don’t lose your sense of humor, it’s great. 😂 Leaving in subtle jokes goes a long way. 👍🏼
Dude, you need to expand on your channel.
You convey yourself very well.
Respect, mate
I appreciate that!
The best review ever WOW
Great review....I have had several home theaters, and I have never felt the same way after I purchased my sonos system...example when you are watching you feel the helicopter above, amazing....I am glad you made a review that made sense...I have purchased the sonos arc, and the sub 3 and its is amazing, was holding back on the soround speakers, if I have invested on my home theater why not 2 more speakers and I am done...thanks again...
Thanks. Some even say get the 5s and really have it Pound.
@@BTheInstaller Have you had a chance to try with the Play 5s as rears?
Check out @peter pee as he compares them to a point. It will add a good bit of bass, especially mids and the One SL are good for surround but not that powerful.
Very helpful. Thank you. Excited for it to arrive. Arc + sub
Commented on a different video just now. I just got the arc and sub a month ago and it’s amazing. Tonight I picked up a pair of ones (best buy didn’t have the SLs so I bit the bullet and got the more expensive ones) they take the arc and sub to that next level. If you have the $ this system (arc, sub and ones) is seriously bonkers! My wife looked at me after setting up the surrounds and said “I feel like I’m in the movie theater!”.
B, Don't know how to post an image here, but I took your advice and used the SASB1 to mount my ARC to my 77" CX. The combo looks and sounds great. Thanks for your advice!
well i did it....picked up the ARC soundbar / the SUB GEN 3 / and the rears ONE SL's......i am an older gentleman not that tech savy but wow was fun setting up cause of all the videos on utube...thank you Jonah and thank you to everyone else....wow what amazing sound LOVE IT,,,cheers all be safe
How’s the voices sound ?
I’ve got a wired in av system that has a dedicated centre channel which I need to hear the voice audio clearly. I tried a cheaper sound bar and it was crap. So I went back to my av system . Which is 10 years old.
Would love to go Sonos but am concerned about the centre audio. Also I have mature ears (63 yo. lol 😆)
I’ve been running Sonos products throughout my house for years. Along with a “Move” for the summers patio. Play one’s in most bedrooms, a 3 in the office, 2 ones and sub, and the beam in living room. Great sound for movie sports etc… I have not upgraded my original Sonos speakers which are all working and sounding great. Very pricey at the time to purchase but the years I’ve enjoyed them well worth the investment. Music also sounds fantastic to the point that I sold all of my audio equipment.
Thanks for this!
Excellent information. Now I feel like I need all of this great stuff …. :)
Nice. Sonos is going to get some funds from me today. Doing the Arc, sub and surrounds. Thanks for the video.
I just bought the 5.1.2 system but I also bought a 2nd sub. This is because I have a theater at home with a seating of 8. I can’t wait to hear this once’s it’s set up!!
great video!! just bought the Sonos arc and sub gen 3 on sale at Best Buy and saved $340
best Introduction ever!! Welcome to my house SONOS!! aiming for 10.5/10 ;)
Found someone selling the Arc and the Sub Gen 3 on FB Marketplace for $800 total, so ofc came to figure out if it's worth the investment. Thanks for such a detailed video!