SVS Subwoofer Review ( PB16-Ultra & SB3000) - Are They Worth It?
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- Опубліковано 23 сер 2024
- SVS PB16-Ultra and SB3000 Subwoofer review. After hearing a SVS setup earlier this year at CES I asked them to send me out some products. This is a quick review of the SVS PB16-Ultra Ported Sub and SB3000 Sealed Sub. They also sent out a pair of SVS Wireless Elevation speakers which I will be reviewing in a separate video. These are some fantastic subwoofer and I think the PB16-Ultra is my new favorite sub. 😍😍😍 I will be uploading my review of the SVS Wireless Prime Elevation speakers very soon.
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I love the way you break down things for the everyday man, and I’m glad to see your channel flourishing. There aren’t a lot of brothers in this hobby. Glad to see it
Please make a video of you re-boxing the sub and taking it out of the basement to send back to SVS.
And getting an HSU or PSA sub
@@anselalldredge1205 sundown audio x15 🤞🔥🔊
As much as I laughed to the video, I laughed at this comment!
@@anselalldredge1205 HSU is trash. Don't get me started.
Rythmik is amazing
You introduced me to Emotiva amps. I got the XPA7 Gen3 and i love it. I am seriously considering the PB16 Ultra thanks to you. My wife may be looking for you to share a few words. ;)
I use the pb16 in my recording studio. Beast isn't the word. It's not just quantity of sound but the quality. The bass response isn't flat or boomy. Some of the neighbors have expensive car audio and they're embarrassed every time I turn this thing on. I actually cracked the drywall one day. You just got to hear it to believe it.
So is it good or bad
@@jattposti8015 it's the best I've ever heard
Lol I got the PB1000 pro And it sounded better then my 1500watt sub in my car. I had to do a custom box cause I too was ashamed. SVS is the bass Kings.
OMG, that ending clip though. That thing is a beautiful monster. :)
The 16 is a beautiful monster but Id rather go dual pb-3000’s. I believe the drivers on the 3000 and 4000 series have been upgraded with a dual wound voice coil which make high excursion effortless. This is why many are opting to go with the 3000 because from a performance aspect they are very close.
cjt74 Yes, they have! I just received dual SB3000s during the past week and every day they have opened up a little more. Now I'm in audio Nirvana! I close my eyes and the artists are in the room with me! Never going back! :-)
Man, your videos are awesome. Video quality and presentation, top notch.
Super video, thanks for sharing, can't go wrong with any of the SVS products IMO. That thing is a beast and will be for many years to come.
Yes , that is SVS , i did a upgrade from the r 115 to a svs pb 4000 , oh man, i can not lie . I miss sometimes the 115 for his looks, but thats it . The 4000 is a monster in a sweet box , they are made for Imax or better cinema levels , the klipsch subs are nice , and good for smaller rooms or living rooms , and yes . Svs subs are not cheap . But what you get back from them . Make you forget the price 👍 these subs are amazing !! Go dual on the 16 or 4000 and enjoy shaking walls and popcorn 🔊🍿😜👍⚡🌪
Anytime you can get rid of Klipsch I call it an upgrade.
@@Roof_Pizza klipsch speakers are great for HT use . Subs are good . But not made for Reference levels and to big rooms . Is my expierence . The new spl serie can do more . But for me . It is SVS subs 👍👍
@@Roof_Pizza Naa. Klipsch rocks.
@@TheRafcave Klipsch speakers are great, but their subs can't touch SVS. I have two PB2000 subs. Just one was amazing. Haven't hooked the other up since we moved on to pur new home and I haven't gotteb around to setting everything up yet.
Nice review. I am the owner of several SVS subs and definitely a big fan. I must tell you from personal experience the service and warranty are the best in the game. They just fixed my 2009 SVS PB13 Ultra for free under the warranty! That is insane good customer service!
Totally agree, I'm from Ireland, my plate amp got broken and they were unbelievable in support to get me sorted, there support is a solid 10/10. Rare to find such good support service like this these days. And there products are a 10/10 in the sub department too
I’ve had my 16 ultras for about 2 years and they are incredible! Going to get 2 more one day. I hope my house can handle it🤔
Vader as you can see from this video the SVS PB 16 Ultra subwoofer is moving a lot more with low frequency sound the SVS PB 16 ultra subwoofer should move the same amount with all of the frequencies so this means the SVS PB 16 ultra subwoofer has very bad sound reproduction and this means all of the SVS subwoofers is not good at making 20 hertz this means the SVS has very bad sound reproduction
tunic
😳Go do a bit more research
Dream
Thank u!!
@@tunic7794 my PB2000s play harder at 20hz amd below. Even whem I had a single pb2000 a 15hz test tone wpuld shake the room and you can feel the pressure change. It slammed the lows that my Infinity 400 watt 12 couldn't even reproduce. It obliterated my friends Klipsch sub in the low frequencies. Have you ever listened to an SVS Sub? They are known for hitting very hard below 20hz. I haven't heard the PB16 ultra but I do own two PB2000s and they slam below 20hz.
Vader u going to stack them or put the other 2 in the rear
That box is bigger than my living room lol
good news you can fit a PB16 in your room!
Same 🤣
Lol 😆
Love this review. I think I need to buy the PB-16 because I always like Ridiculous stuff :)
My SVS PB12-PLUS/2 is still kickin’ ass 14 years after I bought it.
I'm still rocking my SVS 25-31 PC Plus that I bought in 2003 for around $900. My only complaint is its hard to convince your spouse you need a new sub when the old one is still working perfect after 17 years!!!
This is EXACTLY what I needed to know. How this unit compares to dual Klipsch 15s.
A lot of these comments are funny I guess a lot of guys don’t hit Avsforum and read subwoofer reviews or experienced other brands like JTR, Seaton Audio, power sound audio ect ect. The b&C ds 115-4 or um18-22 will blow away this sub you reviewed for a fraction of the cost. You did do a nice review of the sub.
Lol most youtube comments on subs are like this. My favourite are the REL guys
@@oldb3139 arguements backed up with measurable data...subwoofer modelling and measuring is well understood by many
$25 hundred bucks for Ultra PB 16 yet SVS doesn’t include isolation system for any of their subs except the down fires. SVS claims the isolation feet will improve any sub, you would think they would include the 50 buck option?
I’ve been watching you grow the channel and it’s been a fun journey to follow!
Keep up the good work, my friend!
Oh hi dustin! Didnt expect to see you here
Killer review Majestechs, I'm a total audiophile and I love a good sound system. Personally I run Velodyne and love it. but this monster is very impressive. It is about half the size of my house so I will say with what I have, been amazing for over 20 years now. Keep em comin' :)
Wow!! That's incredible. Thanks for the review.
Great work on your video man! Great pertinent information. Awesome commentary man. Great demo!
One of the best reviews I’ve seen.
The PB16 Ultra comes for 3.899,00 € in Germany right now (06.06.2022) 2.400 $ seams like a steal for me.
i have Sb-2000. blew my head off. love it
Great video....just got mine few months back...gonna add 1 more soon.... compliments my Ultra speakers.....love it😊
I liked the video because of your jedi-like knowledge. I subscribed once I realized all of your background music is old school hip hop. Respect My friend.
Crazy looking speaker. Possibly ordering this one of this days.
Glad I found your channel! Will you be testing the PSA S3611 anytime soon? I hope so cause I am sure your review will be epic. SVS PB 16 Ultra or the PSA S3611 are my choices so hopefully your review will make the choice easier thanks and keep up the great work.
I live in an apartment, and let me tell you the walls are thin. So for out of respect for my neighbours I use the SRS XB41 from Sony. Just the right amount of base to enjoy it all. I would love to have my own house one day. Just to be able to enjoy that type of living that comes in owning a home to base your heart is pure bliss I can only imagine. Just wanted to drop a few lines, my break is over here at Walmart✌️️
Keep grinding. You'll get there.
“…and I should have known that it was different when it showed up on my doorstep on a pallet!!” 😂👍🏾👍🏾
I run dual SB-3000's up front and a single SB16-ULTRA in the rear of my living room home theater.
The big sub is beautiful and the price isn't so bad when you consider diamond box xl2 is just a Bluetooth speaker with battery and multiple small drivers and is almost 2 grand. This one looks and sounds quality and I would love it if they did it and white.
I have the SB3000 and I love it. It’s ridiculous
OMG! -10 in the volume for edge of tomorrow lol I run that part of the movie on -26, its loud enough at that volume lol
Just happened upon your videos and am sure glad I did. I have 2 SVS PB100 subs in my 12X14' HT room. I'm about to order the SVS Ultra Bookshelf system with 4 Elevation surrounds. Also buying their banana speaker cables.
Thanks again for the great videos. BTW have you posted your review of the Elevation surrounds?
Yo Chris, what’s the deal with those JVC 8k projectors?
Or even the whole JVC line of projectors, any good?
Do PA sound system Subs sound close or better than HT subs ? Compared the the SVS PB16 or SB3000?
QSC and Electro-Voice 18s can do 90% of this or more for about 1200. But... They are the best for music but hard to tune for home theater, most u2500-3000 I would get JBL SRX828SP 2000W Continuous Dual 18 inch Powered Subwoofer. But you are getting advice from a recovering bass head. Subs must be able to make breathing difficult and question structural integrity. :D
Could you make a video explaining what to look for when picking out speakers like you did with the receiver video?
I appreciate that you mentioned early recommending a 20amp circuit. Easy math and got to have enough juice to worth with!
Not to say that you need 12 amps to run this sub at 120volts
But anyone running a real system needs to have a dedicated 20amp to their room and another 20amp for the bass
Aka 40 amps to the theater area and you will be pumping!
Invite me over please
My current Focal Sopra SW1000 (600 / 750 peak BASH amp) retails for CHF 4'500 - so for my next system I consider adding the SVS SB 4000 (x 2), also in black piano (gloss) which looks at its price point to be incredible value for money ☺
I just ordered it I can. Not wait
Nice review, have you experienced the SVS PC 2000, thinking about getting that sub to save space.
Great look at this sub and alternatives. Thanks !
Love your videos. Great quality as always.
I have two PB12's and they are massive. I couldn't imagine how big the 16's are.
Hey bud. I love the setup. Im considering the svs4000 series subwoofer. How would this sound along side a Definitive Technology 9060 surround setup? The fact my 9060 towers already have a build in subwoofer, would a svs 3000 be better sounding than the 4000 series sub. I'm also considering the DT Descend 12 subwoofer just released few weeks ago. Thanks for any advice you can give.
Hah, that SB3000 lookes like a matchbox compared to the 16Ultra.. ;D
Great vid thx!
Those subs are really awesome! hmmmm i need at least one of them hahaha
Hey, does the SB3000 works similar to the KLIPSCH 15"? Not the pair, one to one?
You commented about the TV vibrating. Did you have the Isolation Pads/decouplers installed on the PB16U?
Its above 4000 euros here, many SVS products have a big markup in Europe?
Thats it. Im getting One!
What does a speaker port actually do? Does it matter exactly where you put one or can you put it anywhere on the enclosure you want to?
They should have sent you a PB-1000, that is a more budget friendly speaker that I am shopping for and comparing to a klipsch. I was at BB today looking at the Polk s55's then heard the Klipsch r620f's and am now on the klipsch train. i got home and saw the R-820-f's for ten dollars more a piece so I might go that route with a PB-1000. Wish I could had a demo with that sub but they don't stock it in store. I have about a week until I decide, but I feel like it will a be a decent first setup.
And compared with the Sunfire XTEQ12, what do you think?
Chris, I am in the process of getting my 1st projector in my newly transformed garage (man cave). I need your expertise with the best affordable projector and sub set up.
Hi, just wondering if the subwoofer sound at 3:32 is subwoofer port "chuffing" or part of the actual movie? Any input is appreciated as I'm looking to buy the PB16-Ultra. Cheers.
Good morning I recently bought 1 sennheiser ambeo soundbar which I am really happy with. I would like to add 1 subw model svs sb4000 or svs pb4000 for more bass. I would like to ask you if by inserting one of these two models I can improve the bass sound more or given the high costs of the models described above, I only keep the soundbar? we are talking about € 2399 and € 2899. for this reason I ask you if by adding 1 subw I really gain from listening to both music and movies. Thanks for your answers
I think the svs 2000 or 3000 series will do fine for me when I upgrade my sub later this year. I just need to decide between a sealed or ported sub ?
J Garza For what it's worth, I just received dual SB3000s during the past week and every day they have opened up a little more. Now I'm in audio Nirvana! I close my eyes and the artists are in the room with me! Never going back! :-)
Home theatre rocks, too ... but I wanted optimal bass response for music. I love these things! They put my former Elac S10 (which is good in and of itself) to utter shame. Even at low volumes they have added such a fullness and presence to my music.
Ported, u can plug the ports to make it sealed
Franklin Benjamin Absolutely true, for extra money and considerable difference in cabinet size. But the actual difference in Sonic delivery is minimal. Both are killers. The SB3000 were the better match for me.
Patrick threw me off there, I’m like how UA-cam know my real name 😂
Franklin Benjamin LOL! Modern technology can sure throw us for a loop sometimes, can't it? 🤣
How are those klipsch speakers you have in this video? Are they loud? I have klipsch computer speakers and they bump..
5:21 You're printing PB3000 info (not the SB3000)?
Ah, yes, Edge of Tommorow. Listened to that intro on the stock TV speakers haha
So 4 of them, one per each corner of my room should suffice, right? It's a 8ft x 9.5ft btw.
Ehhhh... Might want to double that up, plus add one to each end of the couch with custom cut glass to act as end tables. No such thing as too ridiculous.
@@digitalparadigms
I guess that could do actually... Hope the 6'6" ceilings won't affect anything.
You should test one of the monoprice subs!
Rythmik
That thing is a beast💪🏾
Hi chiris...where I can get this ?...and with what system is compatible??
Awesome video. Great home theater setup.
Thank you sir. Did you keep it? :-)
Is it better than the Genelec HTS4B though????????? The PB16 sub seems like yes it is incredibly loud, but I like the bass in my movies and music to sound like the producer meant for it to sound. Quality over quantity I guess is what I am trying to say
What you think of the pb 4000 13inch ported
Just finish custom my creature Harmon/ jbl the speaker is additional add on as I wanted more tweeter. But the sub is unreal hearing and feeling every string of the base guitar just add to the music. And getting the high end crisp too is just perfect. But I made this to work this way at very low volume. My poke audio given away can’t do this. I finally Got it right.
Question which one between this Klipsch two R-100SW or R-12SWi? Room is 15 x 10 x 9? Thanks.
I have had a few different models of velodyne subwoofers
And was happy with them. My first subwoofer was a jbl psb10. That was a tank. Took a beating. I sold two velodynes and kept one still and grabbed a svs. This sub yes rocks. Worth every penny.
I have two PB 2000 and after doing the subwoofer crawl for the best placement in my living one behind my theatre seat mid wall and the other to the other side of the room. Oh my goodness I can feel the bass all over my body my 12 year old daughter says the seat feels like it’s massaging her back, chest, etc. So can’t even imagine that monster of a sub, I am going to give it a try though.
I have one sb2000 pointing into my butt behind the couch. Almost touching. The other in the right spot in corner. It’s a good combo. One for the feel the other for sound
I too own klipsch r-115sw subs... Why doesnt the r-115sw port inhale and blow out air like the svs sub did in the end of the video?
Nice review. Good job.
Me: "Ha! 2500 dollars! Jesus. Insane. But hey, why not. "
My wife:" hell no!!!!
What’s the settings you have your a Klipsch subs set at? Ie gain and frequency?
nice review man thank you
Just ordered two!!!
Were you able to get it through the door
Hayden S I have that same question lol
sb3000 vs 1 of the klipsch 15s? which one is more powerful for music with heavy bass (hip hop)
The klipsch is louder. It's a 15 and its ported. The pb3000 would be more comparable
@@ChrisMajestic i appreciate the reply
guccivsguwop46 awsome
I really want an svs subwoofer... but ive been hearing some great stuff about rhythmic and their amps.
Yeah their underrated
Whole different league. Much higher output and much lower distortion. Makes SVS sound like a noise maker.
Hsu, Rythmic, PSA, Monolith, ....... Deep Sea Sounds, JTR, Funk
what was you subwoofer Level output from your AVR for this review?
Please correct me if im wrong.
I noticed when you played the edge of tomorrow that the sub start to chuff/port noise.
Very slight chuffing yes but honestly I had it turned up wayyyy to high for that sort of test
Nice video! Best bang for buck eh? You should try out a subwoofer from Power Sound Audio.
Hey Chris, what color are your walls? Looking to paint my room and yours looks a little better than the standard gray I'm use to seeing. Thanks!
Behr Pencil Point Gray
@@ChrisMajestic thank you very much sir and keep up the good work!
I have just bought a svs sb4000 and i absolutely love it but it is quite big compared to my previous sb2000, im thinking that i should have gone for the sb3000?
Would i be losing a lot of power and power out put if i went down to the sb3000?
A lot of reviewers out there are saying the 3000 series outperforms the 4000 series. Even though they're cheaper and smaller, it makes sense, considering 3000 is the next evolution in SVS's engineering. Different driver tech from the rest of their lines.
What are people’s thoughts on the SB-3000 vs PB-3000? I def light the smaller footprint of the SB but in a 16x25 ft room, do you think the SB will sound sufficient compared to PB? Also, for listening to music, how good are foam port seals for replicating sealed sub when playing music?
I just upgraded from three PB1000’s to dual pb3000’s. First off if you can’t go dual 3000’s split your budget and go with dual 2000 pros. Dual subs will always be better than a single and yes dual 2000 pros will out perform a Single 3000 hands down. With that being said, I just finished dialing both subs in with my mini dsp this morning and OMG!!! The 3000 lives up to the hype. Aside from increase headroom I’d say Impact or tactile response is the biggest difference that would highlight first. Yes they are louder than my 1000’s but SPL isn’t my goal, balanced response for every seat is. The increased potency in LFE is incredible. FYI my room is 13 x 23 and trust me, you need dual subs in your room. Once you experience duals in your room you’ll be kicking yourself for not making the move sooner. I haven’t used the port plugs but I’ve found from other reviews that Pb in sealed mode is still great. Good luck on whichever direction you choose to go.
does it have motionable feedback correction like the Velodyne models?
Showed up on a pallet... good god!
Hey Chris, I Just had my Definitive Supercube I die from a power surge. Apparently they don't offer parts for it anymore. Do you have any recommendations for a comparative replacement? I'd love the PB1600 beast but that's a bit unreasonable for me haha.
Unfortunately, Amazon does not deliver things ( PB16-Ultra) to Belarus or to neighboring countries (
and the cost at local dealers is more than $ 5600
Do you still have youre old sbs sub ? Can i buy thems ?
Is woofer required in addition to a subwoofer?
Is it bad to push a brand new sub woofer to the limits like that. Do they have to be broken in, to avoid damage?
Yes ,all speakers need breaking in ...lmao
Shaun Davids what’s so funny Mr Know-it-all? You didn’t know shit about speakers at one time either.
Yep, sealed subwoofer is better for music for kick drums and foot stomping slam (e.g., movie THE DIRT, GREATEST SHOWMAN)!
Please am from Nigeria how can can I buy the pb16 ultra, I really want to have it,
Regarding the PB16 Ultra...you can’t compare the wattage rating to what its actually pulling off a 15 or 20 amp circuit. Subwoofer101 runs dual PB16 ultras off one circuit with no issues whatsoever. The transformer inside and the way subwoofer wattage is calculated doesn’t translate over like you think it does.
I'm speaking from experience. A 15A circuit gave me a bunch of trouble until I switched over to 20A.
Must be something unique to your circuit. A quick google search shows lots of people on forums running it on a 15 with no problems. Subwoofer101’s circuit is 15 amps, running two of these subs, and “50 years old and has never tripped a breaker.” My uncle builds speakers as a hobby and told me the real world draw on these subs is a fraction of the power draw stated on the specs.
I've run into this issue at other installations as well. The only thing I can imagine is that they aren't pushing the subs as hard. I've definitely pushed them to their limits. The other variable is the breaker itself as some are more sensitive than others. With a 60 year old house the breakers were much less sensitive than modern breakers. The recommendation is 20A. That doesnt mean you cant use a 15A, it just means that 20A is recommended. 15A can handle 1800w quite easily.
Majestechs svs uses subs that have low sensitivity, so they can pull a lot of amps. i use to have an sb 13 ultra and it would dim my light if pushed hard. the new 3000 series is suppose to be higher sensitivity, so should pull less amps. i have a very high sensitivity 18 inch sub from funk audio, it has 2400 watts, 4800 watt peak power. but only pulls like 2-3 amps.
That’s one big sub for a cinema room!
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