Sonos Sub Mini full review and the Sub Gen 3 should be very afraid…

At USD429, it is close to half the price of the Sub Gen 3 before this, but the performance is coming so close... it almost feels like a replacement.

Before this, my MVP product from the Sonos line up is either the Sonos Amp or the Sonos Sub. But both of those products cost quite a pretty penny. This comes within striking distance and while they still currently hold their place, the sub mini is now the the MVP of Sonos lineup in terms of value.

For some people, you will still need the Sub Gen 3 because you have a bigger space to cover, but for most of us with an average room, this sealed sub will actually suffice.

Now, only if you really find value! Even if you don’t contribute, I am happy to share my experience with all you viewers on my channel here!

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[Hilltan]

Your videos have been getting more and more polished and slick, aside from your always very detailed reviews, it’s great to see you’ve upped your editing game.

[chrisslivar]

Holy Cow! I received my Sub Mini yesterday, pairing with Arc, and wow, am I impressed! You were right! In my small apartment, I can't imagine having the Sub Gen 3. The mini at standard levels was incredible! Music especially felt dramatically enhanced. I wanted a system where I could enjoy equally music and movie experience, without overwhelming neighbors, or even my the sub mini delivered! Base was clear, deep and precise, in all the right places for both music and movie application. A must buy if you're either in a small place or don't want to be overwhelmed. It's not so mini! That was something I was really afraid would happen, that I would it wouldn't be enough, and I would make a mistake and regret it. I am really impressed and it delivered like I wanted it to. Thanks Peter!

[arcane-elysium]

Your channel has grown in quality so much over the years man! Come to you first for any Sonos content. Keep up the great work!

[michaelleong]

We all know Peter is gonna review the heck out of the Mini and will share information not found elsewhere. Quality content as always, and all the best at your live video this Sunday!

[davidthanos]

One of the most detailed guys in YouTube. It always boggles me why he doesn't have more subscribers

[tedgifford]

This review was a seller for the mini to my application.
Well rounded, small size for a small room, tight response, expensive but still budget accessible to work with the beam gen 2. Super easy to setup with the existing beam g2.
The mini greatly enhanced the experience for my applications. Almost to the mind blowing difference that really freed up the beams performance. A huge
Thanks for the review

[andreyvyasenya]

Thank you so much for this video! Would love to see how Sonos Arc, Sun Mini and the IKEA Lamp Speakers all go together but so happy found your channel!

[peterhelbers]

Dear Peter, thank you for your advice. I have replaced my YAMAHA RX-V657 AV Receiver - Surround 7.1 with small KEF KHT 1005 speakers for the SONOS ARC - 2x ERA 300 and bought, after 2 weeks, the SUB-mini. (Had to convince my wife LOL) I can only confirm your observation and technical analysis. The SUB-mini fits perfectly and provides the good base sound balance which suits the size of my living room. Greetings from Belgium.

[soldbyharry]

I just purchased an Arc and found the bass a little lite for both movies and music. Most reviews recommend only using the Gen 3 sub with the Arc, but being a very conscientious neighbor and somewhat frugal, I decided against adding a sub. Your review solved my dilemma with the Mini Sub.
Thanks for a very thorough and understandable review.

[nicolocolai]

I just got the Sub Mini and oh boy why didn't I get that way before!? It's one of the best investment I have done to my Sonos system. I have paired to two Play:1 and the music and bass from that system had put a great smile on my face when listening to music. The music just sounds so much better! And the bass is touching! Got damn, so much fun and joy to my ears. Will recommend everybody to get the Sub Mini to really take their Sonos system to the next level!

[filb]

Just got my Sub Mini today to go with my Beam gen 2 and Ikea surrounds. It absolutely booms bass and I can feel it in my bones! Almost got a Sub gen 3 but this is more than enough. Tried with Armageddon, Transformers and Matrix movies. Music improved dramatically too. God Tier!

[cpg]

Looks fantastic. Sonos really has a grip on this area of audio. I just wish they would invest a bit more into refining sound quality. These things leave me feeling “cold” with shrill sound. Anyway, as usual, Peter’s reviews are second to none!

[Reflection_Wave]

Thanks for review by the time mini sub announced I already fall in love with the design. I will get one.

[ke]

Outstanding work! This video was so comprehensive and so well thought out covering so many setups. You are fantastic at what you do!

[About_Jack]

Hi Peter! Well done, great review. I bought both the Sub Gen 3 and the Mini, deciding to keep the Gen 3 because it is more performing for watching movies, with more present and thunderous bass. So I returned the Sub Mini. The sub is in a surround system together with Beam 2 and 2 One SL, all in a 25 square meters room. In daily listening I realize that, perhaps due to the small environment, the Gen 3 is very invasive, not so much for watching movies, but especially for listening to music, where sometimes it is almost too present and leads me to lower it by a couple of points. Now I'm thinking of buying a Sub Mini again to retest it properly because it makes no sense to have so much power if I then have to lower it, better than to increase the smoother bass of a Mini, also considering the physical dimensions and the better aesthetics of the smaller sub.

[finch]

Next level of editing prowess. Very slick, Pete. Twenty four minutes of the meaty Sonos details we desire.

[VanceReviews]

Never seen your videos in my feed before, but in looking for more in-depth reviews for the sub mini your video cames up and I'm really glad I oped it!! Great stuff.

[dorriesmith]

Just got the sub mini and paired with my beam gen 2 and 2 SL Ones's. My room is 12.6 by 20.6 ft. Trying to explain the quality of sound is a little difficult. The bass doesn't take over it just becomes immersive and blends seamlessly with the rest of the speakers to give a sound quality that is truly remarkable. If you want a bass that's going to shake and rattle the walls this is not what you need, get the sub gen 3. But if it's quality sound for movies and music that is just right this is the speaker for you. Many said adding the sub mini makes the beam gen 2 sound even better as it is not trying to put out bass and just worries with the mid-range and highs and they are spot on. This is one of the best purchases I have made to complete the sound with my sonos system.

[stephencosta]

You are the best Sonos reviewer out there so much good information your channel is extremely valuable. Thank you so much and you have a great way of speaking to make everybody understand.

[speedRacer]

Peter....You just get better and better.
I fall in the group that likes the amount of bass my Gen3 produces. I'm looking forward to adding a second Gen 3 to fill my open-concept room evenly. 🤞