Sonos Beam Gen 2 or Arc in 2023? Will the new Sonos Era change anything?

The new Era 100 and Era 300 speakers are here. And I think they will change the decision point on whether you get the Sonos Beam Gen 2 or the Sonos Arc to start building your Sonos Home theatre system. The full review of the Era 100 and 300 will be launched on 28th March. But I thought you might appreciate some considerations on the sound bar first. So here goes.

The truth is, the ERA 300 will change your decision making process. Watch the video to find out!

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[vytautasvaicys]

Love the humor, Peter! This was a joy to watch, as are all of your other videos. Been a subscriber since you were under 1k subs!

[ryanhaggerty]

😂 the wife talk at the beginning…you sure do understand your target audience.

[danielchapter]

“At the end of the day, don’t let your wife know about the existence of the Sonos Ray”. Peter this is why I love your content. 😂😂😂😂🤙🏼🤘🏼

[strkez]

I bought a Beam Gen 2, but i am really happy with it. It's great for my 15 m^3 room, and FILLS the room with sound.

[Sius]

Thanks again! Really appreciate all your hard work!

[Sdvstin]

Peter is the marriage counselor we all need!

[NovaDoll]

I am the wifi that loves high quality audio. My husband was like I don't like Sonos. It has always been my dream to have a Sonos setup for music. So 3 weeks ago I get the Era 300s and a sub mini and yesterday my husband was like ok we can get a sonos sound bar and just sold our old one. XD

[PoliticallyInc]

One of the best if not the best video on the Sonos set up and budget option. Added bonus, loved your wife humour, underrated but true.

[fox]

I got the Arc about 6 months ago and pair of sl 1 sold the sl 1s put money to get era 300. Now got the mini sonos sub. Hopefully I give it a good test tomorrow when she is out 😊

[WabeWalker]

I bought the Arc during the pandemic (in 2020) and thought it was… okay. Then two months later I bought the Sonos Sub, and instantly the Arc came alive. I added two Sonos Ones a few months later and the soundstage was consequently further enhanced. I pre-ordered two Era 300s without even hearing them first, and they shipped literally 4 hours ago. You said in an earlier video that my two Ones will not work alongside the Era 300s - that actually surprised me… I hadn’t realized this when I ordered the Era 300s… rather, I thought the two Ones could be positioned on both sides of the Arc and used as forward speakers instead of rears. Anyway, I’m looking forward to hearing the Era 300s when they arrive. I’m looking forward to seeing my new wife arrive too. I pre-ordered a young blond from Sonos last month when I bought the Era 300s. Thank you.

[robertperry]

I have installed both and I would recommend the Beam and mini sub over the Arc for almost every home.

[fishingformax]

Thanks for the awesome content! Your videos are not just entertaining but super educational!

[ghali]

Finally very nice combinations and infos - exacly what i was looking for.

[bizzfo]

Beam 2 + Sub Mini + 2x ERA 100 produces amazing sound.

[davidfluty]

It’s like you new my exact situation and made this video for me! Thanks for the humor I’ll get the arc 😂!

[shawnblosser]

Peter, you are indeed good humor! Really enjoyed this review! 🤣

[DF-bxhd]

Just upgraded my ones to the era 300s to complement my arc and sub and waiting on delivery.. the wife talk at the beginning was so on point 😅

[Subjective_JoshNelson]

Hilarious opening; love it! As always you are appreciated, Peter; thank you!

[jellocubez]

I'm glad I didn't watch your video before buying my beam and pair of ear 100s. I'd probably have spent the money for arc and a pair of era300s for our casual tv area... however I'm glad I'm holding out for the Arc and hopefully era 500s for our home theater.

[rondickinson]

Just ordered the arc here 302 gen3 sub and I'm so glad I did thanks for helping me make my decision .

And I guess my wife is going to say I hope but if not then I'll miss her