Adding Sonos Sub 3 To Sonos System - $750 Subwoofer???

Unboxing the Sonos Arc SL & Sonos Ones SL to create a surround system. Although I'm lacking the subwoofer, I want to see what all the hype is about. This high price tag better be justified.

0:00 - Intro
0:38 - Unboxing
2:54 - 1st Setup Attempt
4:37 - 2nd Setup Attempt
6:26 - 3rd Setup Attempt
9:23 - 1st Movie Tests
10:36 - TruePlay Callibration
10:57 - 2nd Movie Tests
11:06 - First Impressions
11:46 - 1st Song Tests
12:31 - 3rd Movie Tests (WOW)
13:45 - 2nd Song Test
13:51 - Initial Thoughts

Recorded on: iPhone 11

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[bobikong]

When listening to the system, sit on you main listen place. (not 30-50cm infront of the ARC)
Don't forget to change the subs Phase Contol aswell in the S2 APP (if you going 0 or 180)
Turn up the volume separetly in Sub Audio.

[poseidon]

Initially, I was also underwhelmed when I got mine... until I used the true play tuning and turned up the Sub Audio in the settings lol. And if you want a ridiculous amount of bass, just turn up the bass on the EQ. Oh and make sure the loudness setting is switched to on. Otherwise, you're really not getting the most out of the whole system. Hope this helps

[everythingblu]

Have to say absolutely love the honesty of this review well done.

[josephstark]

I have Sonos sub that shakes the house. I was waiting for when you figured out how to use it :)

[domicioneto]

broooo! Keep it up! The funniest review and honest that I've ever seen!

[langdon]

such a chilled fun review, we've all been in these situations haha. Though for $750 its not acceptable to be this frustrating.

[abhayrajput]

Thats called real world review you got me..👍👍

[ccdccd]

As a long time Sonos user, I have two comments. First, you are right in terms of the software not being as good, reliable and user friendly as it could be. I have had my challenges connecting equipment and this just shouldn’t be the case. For a premium product, the SW experience should be much better. All I can offer in their defense is that their customer service for tech problems is pretty good.

Second, you understand that the setup is generally easy and you don’t have to deal with a receiver and a bunch of wires. True Play also makes it easy to integrate your system into your room. However, what you miss is that the system is modular. I think most Sonos customers are like me. I didn’t buy my system all at once. I started with the Playbase, then added a sub. Then I replaced the Playbase with the Arc, etc. IOW, I built the system up slowly over time. The individual pieces are on the expensive side, especially if you don’t catch a sale, but you are already in the Sonos system and it is cheaper to add the individual piece than scrap the system and start all over again.

You also under play the benefits of the modular aspects of Sonos. You are in an apartment of the full size sub might be a bit much. Well, Sonos now has the sub Mini for people in your situation. If the Arc was too much, there is the Beam. For rear surrounds, you can use the One SLs, the Era 100s or the Era 300s. There is a lot of mix and match possibilities and different upgrade paths if you so choose. I doubt your Vizio offers anything near this level of versatility.

[bogdanstanescu]

Earned a new subscriber with your pure honesty! Question: what pants are you wearing (brand and name plese). Keep the good work and honesty!

[mrgold]

Did you adjust the EQ settings? I had the 1st Gen Beam and two IKEA bookshelf speakers in my office for my 55" LG C1 OLED. Added the Gen 3 Sub and that really blew me away with the sound difference. Planning (saving) to add the Gen 3 sub to the bedroom 55" LG C9 OLED with Beam+IKEA speakers.

[mqm]

Thanks for your honesty. I love my Sonos it saved us during the pandemic

[grahamvaughanstevens]

Mine shakes the room in movies…. Adjust the EQ settings. The neighbour that lives in a separate house about 10m away has been round to complain 🤣. (got a second turning up tomorrow 🙊)

[toothzombie]

You had me rolling when you said stains. I was like, “What are you going to do to that speaker?”

[ShaunBMcKinnon]

I just subscribed, I like your videos dude. Keep it up!

[TronApostle]

I just ordered a Gen 3 sub and watching this review still made me feel really comfortable and happy with still buying this

[juanlicona]

Sonos is like Bose good products but always overpriced but for me Sonos yes is expensive but is the best, some people like expensive jewelry or expensive shoes I know people that bought nikes shoes for more than 2k and they are not even new or expensive rims for their car, for me I like music, movies whit the best sound possible so this Sonos is totally worth it

[alf.quijano]

Great review. Love the honest, real life review.

[lyndonramchatesingh]

Hey dayo arorunse did u get anymore juice out of the sonos sub gen3 alot of people in the comments say to adjust the eq and the phase in the app if u did what was your result because I'm thinking about getting 2 era 100s my other options are bose bass module 700

[georgevillalvazo]

Always check your Wi-Fi network that you’re on it and it’s the right one before you do anything! The Sonos sub is worth every penny as well. All the other Sonos products enjoy!👍 I just saw top gun the original in 4K. Don’t be Atmos if it is, I still have a smile on my face.! I just love Sonos theater system!👍🤠

[rahulnaidupilla]

Bass level should be increased to +6 or +8, it will go crazy and shake the room. I have this in my bedroom and the experience is
But a bit expensive for sure!!