SVS 13″ Subwoofer (PB3000R)
- Driver 13″
- Amplifier Rating1200 watts RMS (4000+ watts peak)
- Frequency Response 16-235Hz ± 3 dB (standard mode)
17-270 Hz ± 3 dB (sealed mode) - Dimension21.9″ (H) 18.3″ (W) 24.7″ (D)
- Black Ash Finish
$3,250.00
PB-3000 R|Evolution turns every musical and cinematic moment into an event. Built around an all-new 13-inch SVS high-excursion driver and 1,200-watt Continuous MOSFET amplifier, the ported cabinet subwoofer delivers deep, tactile bass with extraordinary speed, control, and tonal accuracy. Explosive dynamics. Ultra-low distortion. Effortless output that energizes your room with bass that hits harder, digs deeper, and stays cleaner—no matter what you play.
Specifications
- Driver 13″
- Amplifier Rating1200 watts RMS (4000+ watts peak)
- Frequency Response 16-235Hz ± 3 dB (standard mode)
17-270 Hz ± 3 dB (sealed mode) - Dimension21.9″ (H) 18.3″ (W) 24.7″ (D)
Reference Subwoofer Performance Hits New Lows.
A subwoofer shouldn’t just be heard, it should be felt, lived, and remembered. The 3000 R|Evolution Series embodies that philosophy. Building on flagship SVS 17-Ultra R|Evolution Series technologies that raised the bar for performance, these models are the sweet spot of SVS subwoofers, delivering unrivaled output, extension,and transient response, with untraceable distortion.
3000 R|Evolution is the culmination of 20+ years of SVS acoustic breakthroughs – engineering that elevates music, home theater, and gaming into emotionally charged, high-impact experiences. These subwoofers don’t just play bass; they unleash it with precision, musicality, and authority that captivates listeners and reshapes expectations.
PB-3000 R|Evolution combines the most sophisticated SVS subwoofer technology ever developed with trailblazing innovations to set a new standard for ported subwoofer performance in its class and beyond.
Iron Fist in a Velvet Glove – Breakthrough Driver Architecture.
The beating heart of PB-3000 R|Evolution is an all-new high-excursion 13″ driver with groundbreaking voice coil design engineered for immense, effortless output with surgical accuracy.
Flat-Edge Split-Wind Voice Coil maximizes magnetic force at high excursion while maintaining ultra-low mass for responsiveness and efficiency.The result is room-shaking output with unerring accuracy and a highly visceral experience.
Two-Piece Toroidal Ferrite Magnet Overhung Motor maintains precise linearity to drive the highest levels of excursion, SPL, and start/stop power for the deepest, most authoritative bass possible from a 13″ driver.
Rigid 1100 Pure Aluminum Cone is lightweight and neutral for convincing, distortion-free output, even at extreme levels.
Long-Throw Extreme Excursion SBR Surround maintains ideal pistonic motion while enabling massive driver movement for clean, room-pressurizing low end.
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Conservatively rated at 1,200 watts Continuous and 4,000+ watts peak power, the STA-1200D2 amplifier maximizes the 13″ driver’s full potential with effortless power and absolute control.
The pioneering design combines the efficiency of a Class D amplifier with the ability to move massive current through the fully discrete MOSFETs for outstanding real-world subwoofer performance at all drive levels.
High Current MOSFET Output with Class-D Efficiency allows the STA-1200D2 amplifier to move massive amounts of current through the fully discrete MOSFETs, enabling the 13″ driver to fully maximize on its potential with output beyond reference levels with control and accuracy.
Performance Enhancing Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS) maximizes system performance and reliability under all operating conditions by monitoring amplifier and AC main output voltage/current as well as multiple temperature sensors.
Premium Grade 56bit Digital Audio Processing and premium DACs (Digital-to-Analog Converters) with more than 120 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio provide greater headroom, lower noise, and flawless fidelity.
Balanced XLR 18kohm Input for pristine audiophile performance and long-distance cable runs. Compatible with consumer and pro audio systems.
The Brains Behind the Brawn. 295 MHz Analog Devices DSP.
Orchestrating the cutting-edge amplifier, motor, and driver ecosystem is the most sophisticated DSP ever deployed in a home audio subwoofer.
- Accurately shapes in-room frequency response with absolute precision for faithful signal reproduction
- Monitors every function of the amplifier to stabilize AC voltage delivery to the power supply to maintain consistent peak output
- Multi-point thermal, voltage, and current monitoring systems ensure maximum output and efficiency
- Advanced digital audio processing and DACs (Digital-to-Analog Converters) with 120 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio provide greater headroom, lower noise, and pristine fidelity
SVS Subwoofer Smartphone Control App
Convenient subwoofer tuning and control from the comfort of your favorite seat. Works via Bluetooth with Apple iOS, Google Android, and Amazon Fire platforms.
- Controls for volume, low pass filter, phase, polarity, six parametric equalizers, room gain compensation, tuning modes, power management settings, and more.
- Three memory presets to save system settings matched to your listening preferences – music, movies, night mode, and more.
- Variable Port Tuning modes with included port plugs enable customized frequency response curves for Standard and Sealed to allow tuning for maximum output or deep bass extension and transient speed.
- SVS Auto Room EQ for optimal in-room performance. Coming soon!
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Acoustically Inert, Rigidly Braced Ported Cabinet Design
Dual-ported cabinet delivers deep subterranean bass extension with room-energizing output that fills even the largest home theaters.
- Rigid MDF front baffle and extensive internal bracing support the massive drive unit and ensure an acoustically inert environment.
- Two high-flow 3.5-inch rounded ports enable massive airflow for greater dynamic headroom without a trace of port noise.
- Highly reinforced internal design and acoustic insulation eliminate all coloration or resonance from the cabinet, even when the deepest low frequencies are played at reference volume.
- Protective non-resonant extra-thick ABS grille frame with fabric mesh cover shields the driver to prevent damage while ensuring longevity.
- Custom elastomer feet reduce noise artifacts within a room.
- Rear Panel OLED and Control Interface provide fast and direct control of the most important features. Includes a convenient “Display Flip” function.
PB-3000 Revolution Subwoofer
Ported Cabinet Performance with Deep, Room-Filling Bass.
- 16-235Hz ± 3 dB (standard mode – all ports open)
- 17Hz to 270Hz ± 3dB (sealed mode – all ports sealed)
- Expect 2-3Hz deeper extension in small to mid-size rooms.
- Roll-off slope specifically optimized to take maximum advantage of available room gain
- 2-meter ground plane away from reflective structures (quasi-anechoic)
- 20% to 60% lower acoustic THD+N in critical low frequency bandwidth compared to previous generation.
Subwoofer Specs:
- Premium Black Ash finish
- Front Firing 13-inch high-excursion driver
- Dual High-flow 3.5-inch ports
- Amplifier Rear Panel OLED and control interface provide fast and direct control of the most important features and includes a convenient “Display Flip” function.
- Protective non-resonant extra-thick ABS grille frame with fabric mesh cover shields driver to prevent damage while ensuring longevity.
- Robust Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) cabinet construction with internal bracing for resonance free performance at highest drive levels.
- Screw-in Iso-elastomer feet reduce noise artifacts and improve stability
- Dimensions (w/ grille): 21.9” (557mm) H X 18.3” (465mm) W X 24.7” (626mm) D
- Dimensions (without grille): 21.9” (557mm) H X 18.3” (465mm) W X 23.5” (597mm) D
- Shipped Dimensions: 26.6” (675mm) H 24.4” (619mm) W X 29.1” (739mm) D
- Weight (unboxed): 85.1 lbs. (38.6 kg)
- Shipped Weight: 104.3 lbs (47.3kg)
Driver Specs:
- Proprietary 13-inch long-throw driver with high-precision tuned overhung motor configuration.
- 24.1lb (10.5kg) pound Woofer with 18.5lb (8.4kg) pounds motor
- 30.1mm Xmax, 72.9mm Xmech precision aligned excursion
- SVS industry leading flat edge wound split-wind voice coil provides maximum magnetics at high excursion while reducing mass and improving overall driver efficiency. Built around a premium grade aluminum 2″ former for maximum thermal conductivity
- Two massive, dedicated toroidal Y30 ferrite magnets generate unparalleled levels of magnetic force to drive the highest levels of excursion, SPL, and start/go power for the deepest and most authoritative bass possible.
- High density FEA-optimized Powder-coated cast aluminum basket provides unequaled levels of rigidity, tensile strength, and energy transference available from a subwoofer.
- Two balanced 24-strand silver plated Litz wire high temperature leads woven through the 6.5″ 2-ply Nomex composite linear spider provide a pristine electrical connection from the amplifier to the voice coil.
- Vented 13″ 1100 Aluminum cone ensures a light, rigid, and neutral radiating surface.
- Precision machined motor elements and narrow tolerance suspension parts produce unmatched linearity at full excursion for exceptionally tight and fast output, even at reference volumes.
- Extreme oversized low carbon T07A steel T-yoke and SPHC steel top plate provide superior cooling and improved magnetics for maximum performance and efficiency.
- 6063 Aluminum shorting sleeve reduces gap induction and distortion, enhances thermal conductivity, and improve magnetic linearity.
- Nickel-plated high-tension spring terminals.
- Proprietary injection molded gasket and SBR extreme-excursion surround maintains ideal pistonic motion for pinpoint accuracy and control.
Amplifier Specs:
- Massively powerful 1,200-watt continuous Class D design with over 4,000 watts of Peak Power.
- 50% Higher Continuous power output than previous generation
- High resolution 295Mhz Analog Devices Audio DSP with double precision 56bit filtering, with over 5x the processing power of our previous subwoofers, the most advanced subwoofer processor available for perfect audio reproduction.
- The Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS) employs dual discrete 65Mhz PMUs (Power Management Unit) that work with the DSP to monitor amplifier output voltage and current, AC main input voltage and current, and numerous temperature sensors. This maximizes system performance and reliability under all operating conditions with optimal efficiency.
- DSP runs real time complex power management algorithms, monitoring the real-time power, driver excursion, and current thousands of times per second. This allows the DSP to drive precisely regulated clean voltage, greatest headroom, and maximum current to push the driver’s voice coil with optimized efficiency.
- Advanced audiophile grade 56bit digital audio processing and premium DACs (Digital-to-Analog Converters) with more than 120 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio provide greater headroom, lower noise, and flawless fidelity.
- Discrete Class D amplifiers create effortless and endless power from four massive 60A 200V MOSFETs, resulting in lower EMI and highest efficiency while providing effortless power each voice coil, producing SPLs and low frequency output with pristine clarity well beyond reference listening levels.
- All new Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS) with a high-efficiently resonant LLC ensuring a consistent regulated 160V rail voltage for the amplifier.
- < 0.05% THD+N at rated power (70% to 90% lower than previous generation), ensuring exacting signal integrity at all drive levels.
- New convective cooling plate design pulls cool outside air through vents at the bottom of the amplifier plate, flowing over the amplifier components and internal heat sinks, eliminating the need for an external heatsinks.
- Customer EQ and DSP limiter settings specifically for the 3000 R|Evolution series allow the subwoofer to take control of a room and pressurize it with accurate, heart-pounding, acoustically tuned bass.
- Unbalanced RCA 10kohm input impedance (compatible with consumer and professional audio up to 4Vrms inputs)
- Balanced XLR 18kohm input impedance (compatible with consumer and professional audio up to 4Vrms / +14dBu inputs)
- OLED and control interface with easy control of the most important features
- USB provides power for the SVS SoundPath Wireless Audio Adapter (sold separately) which eliminates the need for a cable run to the subwoofer from the source component.
- Auto/On and Trigger options through App for maximum installation convenience (3.5mm trigger Input 3-12V AC/DC)
- 3.5mm IR input for easy integration with control systems
- Green 0.5-watt low standby power consumption
- RoHS compliant, lead-free construction, world-wide safety certifications.
SVS App Specs:
- Compatible with Apple iOS, Google Android, and Amazon Fire platforms, the industry leading SVS Subwoofer Control Smartphone app allows convenient and intuitive management of all subwoofer controls.
- The Analog Devices DSP supports a comprehensive menu of functions, including volume, fully adjustable low pass filter, phase, polarity, six PEQs, room gain compensation, tuning modes, power management settings, and more.
- Includes three convenient memory presets for fast and easy global system adjustments to match listener preferences.
- Subwoofer Auto Room Equalization (Coming Soon) will use your mobile device built-in microphone, or an accessory microphone (Coming Soon) to measure the acoustic performance of your subwoofer in your room and automatically calculate precision equalization filters to optimize the subwoofer and room combined performance at your listening position.
- Unique bidirectional feedback shows adjustments in real time on both app and subwoofer interface.
- Easy-to-follow tutorial provides clear guidance for all functions.
Included Accessories:
- Protective non-resonant extra-thick ABS grille frame with fabric mesh cover
- 2 Foam port tuning plugs
- Iso-elastomer feet
- Extra heavy-duty, high current 6′ power cord
- Quick Start Guide