Samsung Q990C vs Sonos Arc + 2 Eras 300s + Sub

I let the new Samsung Q990C fight Sonos Arc + Era 300s + Sub. All I did is record it and talk about the carnage. #Q990C #SonosArc #Era300.
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Chapters
0:00 Intro
2:32 Price
3:19 Design and Build
7:35 Channel
11:51 Codec Support
12:27 Ports
15:05 Sound Adjustments
19:43 Wireless Connectivity
20:17 Controls
23:20 Displays
24:42 Voice Assistants
26:09 Ecosystem
30:12 Usability
31:48 Sound Quality
45:49 Conclusion
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[@augustogalindo8687]

Because of the price, I thought the Sonos Arc was the best out there and I was considering getting the 990C to have a decent system that could make me imagine how the Sonos would sound like, now I see the 990C could actually be better in many situations 😅. Thanks for the review, now I am sure of my purchase

[@michael-4k4000]

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[@neverenoughtech]

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[@neverenoughtech]

Thanks!

[@stma]

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[@Danwork57]

First of all thank a lot for the great work done in preparing these detailed reviews and comparisons. I wonder if in relation to the good analysis done on the Sony HT-A9 system, you will ever find the time to compare it with the Sonos kit that includes surround with the Era 300. in any case thanks thanks again.

[@mongusavina5651]

I added my Sonos ones with the Arc side to side, with my 300 s and sub makes my forward sound 10 times better, I know it’s not the sound bar but it’s an improvement, great video 👍

[@TheOGRobertCarrasco]

Next time you can, get a second sub for your setup and put that in the back of the room. It will shake the roof.

[@AC-hw5ue]

Just bought q990C because of this review. I never watch videos more than 20 minutes but this review made me stay till the end. Entertaining and mind blowing!

[@cyrilw]

Clever and informative. Thanks for more great content! Now if I can just convince my wife that we need an ATMOS system. I think the Sonos would be an easier sell since we could use the 300s elsewhere in the house when not being used for movie watching.

[@neverenoughtech]

I’ve often employed the they’ve (300s) always been there gas lighting method but you might have a more mature relationship

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[@o.c.g.m9426]

When he said a guy went to his face and shot his gun...I was on the couch and shouted AYO SON CHILL PAUSE THAT 😂😂😂

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Not sure where I’m going but to take out the garbage and pull some weeds. Appreciate the sentiment!

[@gerardwiesel559]

I currently have the HT-A9 with SW5. Really like this review of these units as I'm kinda looking around for maybe a change. What I don't understand with these companies is why they can't come out with the ultimate solution? That would be a slim center channel unit (2.5 inches max height) that would contain center channel and all the electronics necessary for wireless, processing, etc.. I don't even care if it only has one eARC port. There would then be four speakers that are spread out that contain necessary drivers and upfiring atomos drivers included. Sort of like the imaginary Sonos ARC with four ERA 300s that you rigged. Of course it would be much simpler and cost a hell of lot less! Gerry

[@colingabriel2422]

I laughed out loud when you got to the part where you said you had two Arcs because I also have two (one in bedroom and one in living room). I’m researching a replacement for a 10 year old AVR system in my basement and if pressed to pull the trigger today id go with the Sony A9s. Based on reviews from you, Andrew Robinson, Digital Trends, and many others they will provide the immersive souls I’m craving. But like you, I’m really hoping Sonos will legalize the system you proposed with a bunch of Era 300s so I’m waiting to see what they do in 2024. Thanks for the great info!

[@Beardalorian]

These have been the battle for me on which first Soundbar to get for my new apartment. I think I'm definitely going with the Q990c. Amazing video BTW.

[@neverenoughtech]

They make for an interesting choice for sure. Appreciate the comment!

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Finally a q990c indepth analysis and camparison. Thank you .

[@neverenoughtech]

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If you your paste the goal in enough videos … thanks!

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Awesome video!! Now we need to see the new nakamichi dragon 😊

[@neverenoughtech]

I did my part - paying them a bunch of money - they need to send it to me

[@tuolumne9]

Message did reach me in great spirits. Just bought q990d for $1,259.00 from Samsung EDU store . FWIW, the q990c was $700.00 flat. This video convinced me to spend the incremental. Thank you.🎉

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You don’t need an editor - you are one the best reviewer on YT. After your channel I can’t go back to AR

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It was a welcomed overshoot. Appreciate the support!

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[@rytas]

Great, honest, and informative review. Thank you for the tons of information. I am looking for a new TV and soundbar and was considering both of these. One thing, though, exacerbated! Not, ex-aspirated. You are welcome, and thank you!!

[@neverenoughtech]

Too few would catch that - thanks for pointing it out

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I dont know about 35 but i picked one for $850 brand new,your review is appreciated and helped making a decision. For that price it was a no brainer.. Thank you

[@sukhdeepsingh365]

I got 990 c after watching your video and this is best soundbar system i can get with this price. Yes you was right about plugging stream devices to hdmi 1 or 2 to get dolby atmos if your tv does not have eArc. I am using google chromocast with my old tv but it did not give me performance from soundbar because chromocast was connected to TV. After watching your video and searching on internet, i have connected chromocast to soundbar and it changed the game.

[@MitchM240]

First and last time watching this channel. What an abrasive attitude. I didn’t even make it to the review before moving on.

[@neverenoughtech]

I use some spicy words (as my kids kindergarten teacher might say) - also My channel page says sassy tech reviews

[@dki1361]

Thanks. I was secretly hoping your answer was definitive about the HW-Q990C. I will wait for the technology in this area to develop further to get quality Dolby Atmos sound.

[@lukeymacca55]

Great video. I bought both the arc and Q990C and preferred the consistency on the arc for things like regular satellite tv and stereo content. The Q990C was great with Atmos, but as a house we all preferred the Arc

[@neverenoughtech]

Arc stands for family - how it goes at our house

[@marksullivan3424]

This was my experience as well. I initially bought the Sonos setup, then returned it for the Samsung. The Samsung blows the Sonos out of the water with Atmos movies, especially blue ray disc. And dialogue is much more clear. But everything else, regular tv watching, music etc, the Sonos is much better. The Sonos to me has more of a HI-Fi sound from the speakers. But in my case this is a basement setup on an 85” and we do watch movies with the volume cranked up

[@Idiotsincarshere]

The lack of bass is a deal killer for me. If there's one thing that makes a home audio system, it's that deep, rich bass.

[@davidoconnor903]

Great review, I'm so close to purchasing the Sonos system, but after this review, I will wait for the next Arc and deal with subpar sound for another or two.

[@neverenoughtech]

I’ll reiterate to Sonos the dire need for an updated bar 😀 - can’t have you waiting too long

[@thenonexistinghero]

I don't think it'll beat Samsung since their priority seems to be on aesthetics. But if you're an extremely good hacker you'll get the Samsung bar and the Sonos Era 300 speakers and pair them up. Or you can just buy a Nakamichi Dragon instead and get the best of both worlds for the price of them both combined (assuming you don't get a deal on them, if you do get a deal on them it's more expensive).

[@Isaac120396]

Just got the Q990c for around $1k, in Mexico Sonos is quite expensive and Samsung got great deals, can’t wait to give it a try, thanks for the comparison!

[@ARKELPZ]

Como te fue? Yo acabo de descubrir que existe el q990c y lo puedo conseguir por 16,000, tambien me alcanza para el sonos arc mas dos era 300 y el sub pero, por 16,000 me guiña mas el ojo, que tal te fue con el sistema?

[@Isaac120396]

@@ARKELPZ Super, la verdad es que tengo más experiencia con sistemas estéreo para música y éste fue mi primer sistema envolvente pero está genial y lo volvería a comprar. La potencia es más que suficiente (lo uso en una sala mediana y nunca necesito pasar de 25/100 en volumen), la claridad está muy bien, así como el balance. Si acaso quizá depende de la forma de la sala para crear el efecto envolvente completo pero aún si la habitación no es ideal se logra buen efecto. Yo también me la pensé con el sistema Sonos, más que nada porque las 300 me laten mucho pero me pareció que la barra y el sub estaban algo desactualizados en comparación y Sonos nunca tiene descuento. Con Sonos ganarías en versatilidad y facilidad de uso pero la Samsung con algo como un Apple TV no le pide mucho, sólo no podrías usar las bocinas por separado como con el Sonos pero para películas e incluso música en Dolby por Apple Music está increíble.

[@ARKELPZ]

@@Isaac120396 gracias por responder, yo para música tengo un dac y un amp de escritorio y audífonos senhaiser hd 600, pasando a sonos, también se me hace desactualizada la barra y el bajo, tal vez en un año o en dos actualizen, yo por el lugar en el qué vivo (una isla en baja California Sur, no hay forma de probar estos equipos, ni si quiera en la capital del estado los tienen en liverpool o sears, ) mi tv es un lg g2 y hay una barra de lg S95QR pero por reviews qué he visto de personas críticas como el de este video, me convence más samsung y justamente para usarlo con apple tv 4k y mi bluray panasonic 4k con las pelis en formato físico, y videojuegos., como vez , me alienta eso que dijiste que no te arrepientes, por desgracia apenas antier qué paso el buen fin supe de esta opción, pero vendrán en estos días otras ofertas, si se sienten bien los efectos de dolby atmos en el techo ?

[@o.c.g.m9426]

Absolute great video, but for all this complications, terms & especially ridiculous price($2,500 sonos) a 7.1 home theater will actual 7 speakers seems easier 😂. Your channel is super thorough & very funny thats why i watch.

[@neverenoughtech]

I’ll take all the support I can get. Thanks!

[@michael-4k4000]

I disagree, these sound bars are so simplistic in a great way. Do you like fiddling with your gear or watching movies easily? The SB lets you get great sound, with great bass so easily and that can’t be understated. I own Kef towers and receiver with a 5.1.2 system and it does sound better in the mids but the Q990c is so darn fun to listen to, if I didn’t know it could sound a little better the Q990c would be easily the way to go. For the price is a steal.

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Love this channel! ❤

[@neverenoughtech]

Appreciated!

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Your channel deserves more subs!

[@neverenoughtech]

I appreciate the sentiment … I’m of the mind that you have exactly as many as you deserve (assuming YT is being fair). But maybe I can figure out how to deserve more.

[@TheBigRedButton]

Excellent review 👍

[@neverenoughtech]

Thanks!

[@victorwakka7979]

Now that being said, I bought the Samsung C for just less than $900 on eBay and it sounds phenomenal! I could never have afforded the Sonos so it was never in my bracket to begin with. And I used your review and others of the Sam B to make the choice about the C. Especially since I was able to get it for so inexpensive. It has a couple of cosmetic issues but I didn't buy it cuz of the way it looks. I know that that's one of your categories but it matters little to me! And as far as the fight versus Sonos and it's whole house sound with the Sam which I use the key between 15 and 25 I know can crank it up to 40 and listen to it anywhere I want to! And if I really want to scare the neighbors I can crank it up to 80 or 90!

[@neverenoughtech]

I sense 80-90 is a good way to get the police’s attention 😬

[@thenonexistinghero]

Samsungs Q990C and Q990B soundbars are the best out there in terms of price/performance if you get them on a deal. You can get them for less than half of the price of anything that even comes close to competing. And well, if you really want the best of the best and are willing to spend over $2000 on a soundbar... might as well go the extra mile and get a Nakamichi Dragon for nearly $4000.

[@hackztor]

Samsung are great if you get them for the discount. Sonos/Dragon are if you want best of the best.

[@thenonexistinghero]

@@hackztor The Sonos is worse than the Samsung... I've seen and read quite a few comparisons. The result is pretty clear. Some soundbars have a minor advantage above the Samsung in 1 or a few areas, but other than the Nakamichi Dragon no other soundbars are as good as the Q990B and C in terms of overal experience. And for movies it's not even a contest, the Q990B and C beat out every other soundbar that isn't the Dragon.

[@user-be9wy4kg6l]

@@thenonexistinghero How about Sony a7000? I want to know your experience of using it.

[@davidthanos]

I gave up on all the brands siundbars and finally got the arc and sub when they got discounted last year and I'm happy as hell. Best sounding sub. Now I'll just wait 5 years when they discount the era 300

[@danieladam86]

Great review, thanks! One thing that puzzled me you kept referring to Bluetooth streaming on Q990C as if that was the only option (apart from Chromcast I think). But it seems to me Spotify Connect is available, which I think majority of people use afaik.

[@neverenoughtech]

Spotify connect yes … chromecast is limited to a few regions. The Q990D got a more widespread Chromecast

[@rmclean101]

This was great, thank you!

[@neverenoughtech]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@brandonharding1199]

I agree the Arc is the weak link in the Sonos. Currently I have the Arc with 300s and 2 Subs (built over time, not all at once). The Arc is still a fantastic bar, but still leaves me wanting more. Hopefully an Arc 2 can improve the front soundstage and I can move my Arc to another room. Good video!

[@neverenoughtech]

I’m kind of hoping for not an Arc 2 but something completely different … I don’t think a version update is going to be all that satisfying … appreciate the comment!

[@Scruffy04]

Can you simply use two 300's in the front and two 300's as rears? Or would that not achieve what the Arc is currently providing?

[@ms3862]

@@Scruffy04Sonos does not allow this. It would be the best solution, if we can now use the soundbar and just use era 300's for the front and side channels

[@keith692]

For now you can build your system like this, which I'm sure Sonos will release software to coordinate the effect. I have the arc system with 2 subs and 2 era 300. But i also have another paired era 300's in the front. It's paired, and then I grouped together the sonos arc system with the front pairs. The front pairs are just stereo, but they produce height and atmos effects. It widens the sound stage of the arc and pretty much solves every complaint addressed in this video. The bubble that you are engulfed in is pretty insane...@@ms3862

[@Zuudloarn]

Or AMP maybe?

[@Piranga]

Just bought my Sonos today with 200 euros off. Amazing soundbar. By the way, good video. Regards from Portugal.

[@neverenoughtech]

I like hearing my vids are making it over to some of the prettier parts of the 🌎

[@jorgelopez9620]

thanks brotha, just got the q990c. looking forward to them. happy new year

[@michael-4k4000]

The b, c, and now D and very similar and they are at a point where in order to make the sound better would need to be larger. Themis is not a Samsung or Sonos issue it’s a physics issue, bigger speakers allow for better sound and better mid levels. That being said the Q990c is more than good enough!

[@saiksaikatai594]

Serious work, i have some disagreement but you did everything with care. new subscriber.

[@neverenoughtech]

I rarely allow dissenters but I’ll make an exception. Appreciate the comment.

[@michaelw6193]

Keep the vids as long as you need to educate and entertain us

[@NormannPNielsen]

Awesome video !!!

[@pietterson98]

Hi, great content. Very detailed, its not "fancy" but packet with information. Congrats. I live in Poland and I bought q990 for about 900$. In case of sonos, only Arc costs ~1k$ not mentioning the rest of the set so I dont think that this is fair battle ;) Sonos sound very dry and cold for me... Something like JBL

[@TheHookUp]

I bought 300s for my rears based on your last video about them and WOW, the difference between the One SL's and the 300s is night and day. Definitely recommend.

[@WhiTeyFU]

Ugh, I don't want to hear that. I bought an arc system with sl ones at the beginning of the year.

[@neverenoughtech]

😬 oops

[@sobeautifulsrilanka]

The 300’s are so capable, it’s kind of a waste of their talents using them as only surrounds.

[@Sweetswede15]

@@sobeautifulsrilankatotal waste but they are awesome rears

[@danjohl9240]

Big fan of your work! Had a question for you. In a previous video, you briefly mentioned an HDMI splitter that didn’t reduce the audio or video quality. Which splitter was that? Our theater room has an Epson LS800 projector that I love, but it only comes with ARC. I feel like I can tell a difference (drop) in the video quality after plugging the AppleTV into the 990C first and then running a cable to the projector. Hoping the splitter you mentioned can help me get the best audio and video possible.

[@neverenoughtech]

The HD Fury Arcana - it works but it can be a little fussy - a bit of a homebrew vibe to it

[@brycorrigan]

Im sweating right now with anxiety and excitement as i just pulled the trigger from testing a base line LG dolby stereo bar 4.1 and i have been researching a while and this is a purchase i will enjoy for a few years forward . 2 days and my xmas present will finally be here to amplify my 80" tv setup and media wall with multi sync Led ligting kits and fireplace

[@MrAnujbajaj]

Extremely helpful comparison. Very detailed. We have a vaulted ceilings (20 ft.). What do you think which sound bar would be a better fit with the room type that we have?

[@neverenoughtech]

For height effects Sonos. For overall fidelity Q990C

[@carterjmccarthy]

Great video thank you!

[@razmspiele25]

This video review really makes me want to wait until next year to buy anything. The small sub on the Samsung and the weaker Arc sound bar makes it seem like there's a compromise when choosing either one of these sets. For $1500 or more, I'm not sure I'm willing to do that.

[@mytrung]

That was a rollercoaster. I could’ve sworn you were going to pick the Sonos. But I will likely wait for the new arc, since my home will be done by then. Also it’s good to know that the 300s are that good, that youd say the new arc should push it over the top. Great review as always! Hope you can find an editor who understands your style of video so you can go feeed the kids more often

[@neverenoughtech]

Appreciate the comment … but I am actually hoping for something completely detached from the Arc. I sense the Arc 2 would be mostly the same … slightly updated styling and maybe broader DTS support but similar sound … I want an Era bar 1000 or whatever … something bulkier than the Arc tradition

[@zachmcclintock2041]

Is there a new arc coming out? No official word on this right

[@mytrung]

@@zachmcclintock2041 yeah no official word just speculation.

[@walter2695]

Those 48 minutes flew by. Very entertaining to me, and don't worry my son fed him self while I was watching. Win Win.

[@neverenoughtech]

Ohhh your kid is awesome

[@ruialex314]

Was waiting on this one, nice thorough video , 48 minutes but they were all enjoyable, I have the Sonos system and my father has the Q990C and in regards to the sound quality I agree with you, the Sonos is more espectacular to me the atmos affects on the ceiling are really strong on my setup to the point I have to lower them otherwise they overpower everything, but the Samsung sounds incredible on the normal scenes and for the price it’s hard to beat…it would probably be my choice if I was starting over even though I prefer the Sonos because movies with good atmos mixes are just on another level it’s to the point I’m appreciating the sound more than the movie lol.( for anyone interested try the movie SISU right in the beginning of the movie where the airplanes pass over the protagonists head, it’s not mentioned in any video but it blew my mind), I still think for the price sonos should be the clear winner, but I don’t think it says the Sonos system is bad but just how good this Samsung system is. I just have one question on my mind if they release a new Arc how would that fare against the old arc + 300’s left and right speakers as you tried in the other video? I don’t think they will ever support it because if they launch a new arc they would probably have that as the top system and more configurations would confuse people

[@neverenoughtech]

It would probably sound technically better because it would be official. I have a particular soft spot for wide separated in the front - even if it’s cheating. It’s unlikely in the near term for Sonos to support but would not be surprised 4-5 years down the like they release some specialized hardware to allow it to happen. Sometimes I wonder if they worry that they might become more of a HT company than music and whether they’re comfortable with that

[@teonigil]

Thanks! Best Tech channel.

[@neverenoughtech]

Wow, thanks!

[@d1nicoya]

Best review on KZbin 👍

[@neverenoughtech]

😀

[@abhinandanstv]

Hey, I have been following your channel for quite sometime and it's always fun to watch your Soundbar related videos. I am planning to get a LG SC9S with LG SPK8 rear speakers for pairing it with my LG C2. I would like to get any input regarding the above pair.

[@neverenoughtech]

I’ve typically been underwhelmed by LG - competent but a little soulless/flat. Looks like the rears are discontinued which is not a great sign for continued support. I’d consider the Cinema 1200 at this point for better sound/dollar but if the aesthetics is a big draw I think it’s a safe choice just not the most satisfying sound choice

[@Martin_Level47]

Great review - thank you for that 🙂 I get the Sonos system with all its benefits, BUT, and it's a big but, in Denmark the Sonos cost 19.006 dkr and the Samsung 7.750 dkr. That is a massive difference, and I can't see how Sonos can justify that 🤔

[@sergiorivera7882]

Thanks now I know with system I need , very helpful, too long video but very helpful, thanks again

[@mannyk7100]

Great review! I am curious though, which has the better subwoofer? An underperforming sub is a deal breaker for me

[@neverenoughtech]

Sonos in addition you can add two though I think Sammy’s sub is overly maligned

[@mrgold3591]

I've already gone down the Sonos rabbit hole and probably stick with them for the next +5 years (18 total from Symfonisk, Beam, Arc, Fives, One SL, subs, Era 100). The ease of use with minimum frustrations from my non tech savvy family, my current/old iPhones or iPad can be a Sonos remote, being able to upgrade and repurpose individual componentes is a huge plus, don't do DVD/Bluray/XBox/Playstation, and it sound fantastic to me with any audio source. I replaced my Nakamichi 7.2.4 with the Arc, dual sub, & Fives after X-mas and haven't regretted the upgrade. I can wait for the Arc v2 or Era 500s and hand down my Arc v1 or Fives to a family member, sell, or use in a spare room.

[@ishkapiska4516]

You should try Blu-rays/4K blurays cz that’s how you’ll get the best sound compared to streaming platforms so you’ll get to use ur sonos system to its full potential(:

[@mrgold3591]

@@ishkapiska4516 I did Blu-ray with Netflix; but, stopped because of the slow turnaround time and reduced selection over time compared to streaming. I think we will see an increase in streaming audio quality that will take full advantage to be very similar to Blu-ray in a few years. I'm beginning to think all physical media will go away in favor for streaming with faster data speeds.

[@UCF_Manny]

Great video. Appreciate the honesty and thoroughness. Currently comparing both after returning another soundbar that just didnt cut it for the room size we have. Curious @neverenoughtech if you tried the wireless feature on the 990C? Thanks and keep up the great content!

[@neverenoughtech]

The wireless SB connection works decent … you will get an occasional short sound cutout - historically somewhere between 1 every 30 mins to an hour … easy enough to setup but I’m not sure why you wouldn’t just give it the hard connection as you put the bar so close to the tv anyway

[@UCF_Manny]

Thank you for the quick response. Just wanted to know what that experience was like because it’s very overlooked in reviews. Appreciate the honesty and advice.

[@howudodo2384]

Love to see your review as always. Between the nakamichi shockwafe ultra 7.2.4 earc and Q990C, which one you prefer? Love the Sonos too, but it’s way higher than my budget. Thank you❤

[@neverenoughtech]

C … Nakamichi bar is extremely disappointing

[@oz8753]

Excellent review! Thank you 🙏 what system would you recommend for Tv LG OLED C3?

[@neverenoughtech]

My video recommendations would not change based on that tv model - Sonos may release a new soundbar and more functionality this year so it may be worth waiting . kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3TRimOYfLWjeJosi=JslYwn-bDHxkGcJM

[@oz8753]

Thank you!

[@musicvideos4536]

Not all KZbinrs are always right, but you may be the one. Excellent video, lot of work must go into those cutscenes.

[@neverenoughtech]

Yup they are a whole lot of work - especially for one person … but very glad you watched and were willing to leave an encouraging comment

[@benoitplevoets5370]

Thx for the great and unique style of review! Do you think the Q990C can compete or beat a classic setup such as a Denon 2800 with matching entry level speakers?

[@neverenoughtech]

I think in some ways yes (probably more stimulating fireworks) but in terms of fundamentals separates are going to win due to the physical space - separates will also probably sound richer

[@kelb2607]

love my q990 c. the Sound fills my room so well even with my high 13 ft ceiling.

[@neverenoughtech]

This is touching on a point I should emphasize more big space is flattering to the good systems. Don’t get too stressed about high ceilings

[@andreasbergstrom5587]

Time to bring the Beosound Theatre to the table? :) It´s damn impressive on many points! :) Great review BTW!

[@neverenoughtech]

Historically (on this channel) there’s been minimal interest in stand alone bars - especially when they cost a lot

[@AtlantaJonny]

Video was not too long st all. Love the reviews and only realized today that all this tile ive not been subscribed somehow. Just fixed that.

[@4Kmichelinstarmovies]

Great Review i will wait to see what the Q990D 2024 update brings.

[@neverenoughtech]

As am I and about the name I am confident about the Q9xxx but not the 90 or the D. I think there os a major design change (every four years) which will come with a slightly new naming scheme. Maybe Q9500D or X. I sense they kind of maxed out the current form factor so they will have to support 120hz … go bigger (add more upward drivers at least) and upgrade surrounds and or add more. They need to go big to make up for the C upgrade

[@4Kmichelinstarmovies]

@@neverenoughtech yes I hope we get HDMI 2.1 120hz surely this should standard now with OLED eArc yep I think it will be a completely different model , I'd also like to see additional subs and rears as a optional upgrade you can add like Sonos offer's too but a center upward driver like the LG has

[@BTheMisfit]

Your channel contributed to my decision to get the Q930B. Thank you for that. That said, my Q930B has Spotify Connect so I stream music directly to the soundbar, not from my phone.

[@jabronitony1245]

lovely. Sonos to me wins for the ecosystem. I love its expandable nature and knowing i can retire pieces to other rooms as they roll out new modular pieces… chefs kiss. I will put my one SLs in two rooms and add 300s

[@xboxmaniac90]

Hi! Thanks for this, pretty cool and informative video, I didn't even felt the time while watching it. Question, I just bought a Samsung S95C and I currently have the Sonos Arc+Sub+2 Ones and was considering also upgrading and getting the 990C, would you recommend it? I am not sure I want to put in the extra $$$ unless I'm getting a night/day change, so I'm not sure if upgrading to the 990C is the way to go or to hold a bit longer with what I have and upgrade down the line.

[@ARKELPZ]

Quedate con sonos, el pack de q990c es mejor, yo lo tengo, pero no seria inteligente financieramente, tal vez mejor comprar dos eras 300 y agregarlas a lo que ya tienes .

[@dewittfiala5021]

I get plenty of bass from the 990c sub in my 20x17 room. previously had an SVS PB-2000 big league sub. of course that brute dug deeper, but in that "punch" freq range of 45-60HZ it shakes my couch at 0 on the gain and bass boost off. Im shocked I dont miss the SVS that much

[@neverenoughtech]

I also think the Samsung bass is decent … I just mentioned that if they didn’t like the B they wouldn’t like the C

[@markla7151]

impressive content...it's odd that you don't get more subs...

[@neverenoughtech]

I’m weird … it’s a terrible strategy

[@gsotelo1053]

Great video! What setttings do you have for the Arc? Did you raise the volume on the era 300s? I find that leaving it at zero provides the most seamless sound front to back but the eras really shine when they are turned up louder.

[@neverenoughtech]

If I’m feeling deviant - I’ll raise the 300 volume - I generally agree with you. I think you are the expert on the settings that sound the best - based on your personality and personal space

[@rocketman4822]

I like this guys reviews! He is always right 😂

[@neverenoughtech]

Facts

[@maxatv]

were you able to get a dragon in the august 3rd release? Can't wait for your review on that, feels like its going to blow everything else away

[@neverenoughtech]

It’s ordered - we’ll see if Nakamichi can do its part