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Esilbe1
Contributor III
May 23, 2017
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How necessary is the sub

I'm thinking about the Sonos sound bar and wondering if the sub is necessary. I am using the bar to enhance my Tv/TiVo/Apple TV.
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    Airgetlam
    AirgetlamAnswer
    May 23, 2017
    I lived without the SUB for a year, using just the Playbar, and didn't feel slighted or as if I was missing anything in the least. It does a good job of handling the full spectrum of sound in most movies. That being said, I did end up caving and purchased a SUB as an open box at a local retailer. Frankly, it adds a significant punch to those "summer blockbusters". I wouldn't go without it now. But if I were watching something like Casablanca, I wouldn't miss it.

    tl:dr Life was great before it arrived, but better after. Not required, but adds the "Wow" factor.
    Bruce
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    1TRUBLU
    Trending Lyricist I
    July 20, 2017
    Like day and night, your missing something without the sub in my opinion.
      SDLovell
      Lyricist I
      January 22, 2018
      That's a typical outcome with the Sonos Sub. Those getting it on a test basis are therefore well advised to do so only if they have the budget to buy it if they like it.

      My current situation and I'll echo Kumar's advice as strongly as possible. Don't try the sub out if you're not entirely ready to keep it when you do.
      Steve
        Niraj.Shr
        Avid Contributor I
        February 26, 2019
        That's a typical outcome with the Sonos Sub. Those getting it on a test basis are therefore well advised to do so only if they have the budget to buy it if they like it.

        My current situation and I'll echo Kumar's advice as strongly as possible. Don't try the sub out if you're not entirely ready to keep it when you do.

        Agreed, was perfectly happy with my 2 play 3s for years, added a Beam and kept 2 play3 as surrounds, tried the sub and searching online whether it is absolutely essential LMAO 😃 The Beam alone or paired with play 3s do a great job so is sub essential for a smallish room? 😃
        Living room: Playbar | Dining: Play 5 | Bedroom: Sonos One
        Just_Westy
        Trending Lyricist I
        March 7, 2019
        I had a beam for about 2 weeks then added a sub, chalk and cheese the sub is a good bit of gear.
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