First, let's address the elephant in the room: the price tag on this thing is a whopper! I'm still feeling super guilty about spending the money. Add to this, don't even think about getting the Bar without the Sub, which means doubling your cost. Pile on the guilt-factor! So, does that make it worth the price? I'm still not 100% convinced of that, but this thing (with the Sub) is simply fantastic.
If you are buying just the bar, it's fine. It has better sound alone than a bar/sub combo I bought (and returned) from Samsung. Audio is crystal clear and it gives the TV the much needed audio boost most flat screens need these days. Set up is super-easy. As soon as I installed the app, it picked up my wifi and started the set up. [A note here: if you are going to add any additional Sonos speakers to your system, at least one should be connected via ethernet. I have a bridge in my TV console, so this was easy for me. It isn't necessary to have the bar hard-wired, however, as you could add another speaker connected to ethernet later on.]
The Sonos app is the only way to set up the bar. Once the app is up and running, you play your music via the app. This is different, but works great. I don't like to have anything on the screen when listening to music (like you have to with TV music channels) so this is perfect and WAY better than bluetooth! Gone are the days of switching sources on my sound bar. I can access my iTunes library (Apple Music is in beta now) and Sirius from the app and instantly start playing either. When I'm ready to watch TV, it picks up the TV sound right away. So easy! Like many things should, this just works.
Where this bar really shines, though, is with the addition of the sub. Without it, the bass on the bar alone simply falls short. In this facet, I would say it is definitely NOT worth the price. But, if house shaking, chest-thumping, bass isn't what you want/need, the bar is certainly great by itself. Add the sub, however, and you get some of the best bass I've heard in a sound bar set-up. When the volume is down, it provides just enough bass boost to enhance any TV, music, or games. Crank up the volume, though, and hold on! This things thumps! Explosions are huge, music is better, and games are propelled to the next level.
The bar is supposed to simulate surround sound, but don't expect much. I've heard a little bit of 'movement' from left to right (or right to left) in the sound, but not much. My understanding is that this improves with the addition of more speakers. However, the slight 'movement' you do get, adds more depth then you would get from your TV alone, or other sound bars I've had/heard.
So, the bottom line is this: It's expensive, and even more so with the addition of the Sub, or more speakers. But, it's one of the best sounding bars out there, alone, and simply superb with the Sub. If you are looking for a sound bar set-up, and the price isn't a deterrent, this is definitely the way to go.
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This Item  Sonos Playbar TV Soundbar/ Wireless Streaming TV and Music Speaker. Works with Alexa | Recommendations  |  |  |  |  | |
| Price | $338.95 | $999.00 | -22% $388.86 List: $499.00 | $412.31 | $279.00 | -20% $343.00 List: $429.00 |
| Delivery | Get it Mar 26 - 28 | Get it as soon as Thursday, Mar 27 | Get it as soon as Thursday, Mar 27 | — | Get it as soon as Thursday, Mar 27 | Get it as soon as Thursday, Mar 27 |
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| Sold By | CellularStream | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | PeakTimeDeals | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
| speaker size | — | 46.18 inches | 4 inches | — | 3.5 millimeters | 6 inches |
| power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Nearby electrical outlet |
| connectivity tech | WiFi network | Wi-Fi, HDMI, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, HDMI eARC, Digital Optical, USB | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth version: 4.2 / HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) / Optical in / AUX in / USB (for service only) | Wi-Fi |
| speaker type | Soundbar | Soundbar | Soundbar | 3D | Soundbar | Subwoofer |
| mounting type | Wall Mount | Tabletop Mount | Wall Mount | Bar Mount | Tabletop Mount | Floor Standing |
| weight | 12.12 pounds | 12.7 pounds | 22 pounds | 2 kilograms | 0.01 ounces | 6350 grams |
| control method | voice | application, voice | — | remote, application | remote | application |
| model name | Sonos PLAYBAR | Arc Ultra | Flexus Core 200 | Beam (Gen 2) | TVSOUNDSOUNDAR | Sonos Sub Mini - Black |
| surround channels | 3 | 9.1.4 | 3.1.2 | 2 | 0 | — |
| subwoofer diameter | 14 centimeters | — | — | — | 4.02 inches | 17.94 inches |
HEARING IS BELIEVING! This sound bar is terrific (please get the subwoofer too).
I have a JVC high definition TV with better than average sound. However, whenever I watch a British show, I have to use closed caption. I purchased a Samsung sound bar with wireless subwoofer. The sound is noticeably better, but I still need CC. On top of that, I am a passionate audiophile and a drummer? I was interested in having a system that projected resonant vocals, as well as the full range of instrumental sounds. I ordered the Sonos Playbar TV sound bar and the SUB wireless subwoofer. After a nobrainer install, I downloaded the Sonos app, which is intuitive, holds all my Amazon Music, Spotify, Apple Music songs, etc. which are easily accessed, and my TV remote volume control manages both TV and streaming audio. Hookup involves an optical-digital connection. The supplied cord is short and I replaced it with a 6 ' cord.No problems so far. The audio quality from the PLAYBAR is superb, but bass tones are greatly enhanced by the subwoofer, which is a costly, but in my opinion mandatory purchase. Using the PLAYBAR/SUB tandem, streamed music sounds "in person." I may get a couple of the Sonos play 1 speakers to arrange a surround setup. Anyone who criticizes the price of these items, might also criticize Festool for selling a miter saw for almost $1500. The saw is virtually dustless, just as the soundbar/subwoofer is virtually flawless. Value is a very personal thing. For me Sonos has satisfied my requisites for a very pleasurable listening experience. The system is highly recommended.
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