I have 2 sonos 5 speakers just added the sub
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Adding a Sub is like going from 2d to 3d
I don’t quite understand what you are saying. If you performed Trueplay with SUB disabled, it is expected that you will listen with SUB disabled. If SUB was enabled during Trueplay setup, it is expected that SUB will be enabled while listening. In addition to bass/treble, there is a SUB specific level control. SUB should be placed vaguely in the same plain as the Bonded speakers.
I don’t know about a search for better sound quality. I’m still searching, in vain, for some punctuation. Any would do. 😉
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Most people are content with just the pair of Fives, but adding a Sub will definitely improve the bass performance especially if you listen to hip hop, electronic, or techno music. Test your setup with and without the Sub. You can always return the Sub if you feel it is unnecessary.
This may sound counter intuitive; in testing the Sub for value, also see how it improves the low volume level listening experience. The Sub keeps the music rich even at those levels, by keeping a still palpable bass presence.
In addition to the obvious added bass energy, since bass is removed from the smaller speakers, they have an easier job and the midrange becomes clearer.
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I started this post to explain that I was In doubt adding sub to my 2 sonos 5 reason being I was very happy with sound quality and bass response I have read a lot of reviews most are negative about adding sub I have a very large kitchen dining room the bass was not filling the whole room I bought the sub yesterday and added to sonos all I can say is wow if you have a large room sub is a must I have one sonos 5 in corner bass very good the other 5 is not in a corner bass not as good so I paired the sub to the speaker with less bass response so if anyone is in doubt sub is a must if you can afford
This was my experience. However I got a work bonus and treated myself to a sub on the basis that i’d be returning it within the 100 day trial. First track of the first album I played made me realise it was here to stay. In my experience Trueplay made a massive difference to the sound of the 5’s and Sub. WIth Trueplay off the bass is too boomy. Trueplay on is a massive positive difference.
In my experience Trueplay made a massive difference to the sound of the 5’s and Sub. WIth Trueplay off the bass is too boomy. Trueplay on is a massive positive difference.
Agreed, 100%. At first the Trueplay tuned bass may sound lean to those used to the bloated sound, but it takes just a couple of days to realise that lean is better here as well. I do have my Sub output after Trueplay set to +2 though.
Just a quick question to everyone do you leave your speaker's switched on when not in use or turn off at mains socket
The system is designed to be powered 24/7. After a couple minutes of no sound, a unit will switch into a low power mode, but there is still a little energy consumption because the unit remains active on the network.
One consideration of constantly powering down the units is that SONOS makes very sophisticated use of computer network resources. Unlike a simple web browser that typically communicates with a single remote site, the SONOS units are constantly chattering with each other and optimizing the communication paths between units. If a web page, chat, or email is occasionally delayed for a few milliseconds, no one will notice, but if music is delayed its a disaster. When one or more SONOS units are suddenly powered down, the SONOS network strategy must be re-worked and that silent unit might have been a critical link. In some respects is like attempting to change socks while running and you may bump into other runners while struggling.
You can minimize network chaos caused by constantly powering down the SONOS units by configuring your router to “reserve” addresses for all devices that regularly connect to the network. This is a one time chore -- repeated if you replace the router in the future. I know that legions of people will claim that they have not reserved addresses and never had any trouble, but they were accidentally lucky for those dozens or hundreds of times and when trouble finally strikes they make the incorrect assumption that something broke.
your products are the best
Just to keep the record straight, I’m not a SONOS employee, these are not “my” products. I and a few others just hang around here a bit more than most Community members.
I keep all our speakers on, regardless of network I believe the initial power on is the most dangerous time for the power supply boards.
As for the Sub, definitely money well spent!.
And if you are listening, finally, to a 5 pair bonded to a Sub, with Trueplay done, I suggest listening to it with Trueplay ON for a week or so and then do the toggle Trueplay ON/OFF to decide which mode you prefer.
Hi everyone I've had my subwoofer for 3 weeks now very happy with set up with 2 5s I play music through spotify which is ok has anyone used tidal what other services can anyone suggest
IMO, it isn't worth the bother to chop and change in search of better sound quality. I use Spotify all the time, and ripped CDs in lossless format once in a while from my NAS. I don’t hear any quality differences in the two alternatives.
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Love both my Subs.
I started this post to explain that I was In doubt adding sub to my 2 sonos 5 reason being I was very happy with sound quality and bass response I have read a lot of reviews most are negative about adding sub I have a very large kitchen dining room the bass was not filling the whole room I bought the sub yesterday and added to sonos all I can say is wow if you have a large room sub is a must I have one sonos 5 in corner bass very good the other 5 is not in a corner bass not as good so I paired the sub to the speaker with less bass response so if anyone is in doubt sub is a must if you can afford
Thank you bockersjv I will try all different combinations today yesterday was too hot 39 degrees here
Just a quick question to everyone do you leave your speaker's switched on when not in use or turn off at mains socket
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I leave all my speakers on all the time
You can minimize network chaos caused by constantly powering down the SONOS units by configuring your router to “reserve” addresses for all devices that regularly connect to the network. This is a one time chore -- repeated if you replace the router in the future.
Deserves to be a sticky.
Thanks buzz I will leave mine on
I set up true play and it has made a big difference the highs mid bass and low bass are in equal proportion my room is filled with quality sound thanks sonos your products are the best
“a bit more….”
I’m laughing. Mostly at myself :)
In my opinion, when electronics are most at risk is when there is a state change, so power on, firmware updates, power surges, anything that disturbs the status quo can be a point of failure, although rare in the majority of cases.
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