SVS PB17-Ultra Subwoofer Reviewed!

[shadyJ]

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Here it finally is! Today we review SVS's newest flagship subwoofer, the PB17-Ultra. It beefs up the specs considerably from its predecessor, with a larger driver, much more powerful amplifier, and larger ports. That will certainly add up to greater performance, but by how much? Read our full review to find out!

READ: SVS PB17-Ultra Subwoofer Review

 

[ryanosaur]

Excellent review! Thank you @shadyJ .

 

[Steve81]

Looks like a solid design from SVS. Thanks for the review James!

 

[Danzilla31]

Wonderful review Shady!!!!

In my opinion they improved their flagship in the right direction by going after improving the midbass which they did a fantastic job as you point out

Trying to keep that midbass and chase after something silly like 10hz and keep the other performance metrics shown in your review would have required a box and even driver much bigger than what they have here and I don't think something that big and that heavy is the market they are going after

Great job SVS!

 

[Auditor55]

I'll pass. That thing is humongous. I'll wait for the SB17 review.

 

[gene]

 

[Trell]

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Here it finally is! Today we review SVS's newest flagship subwoofer, the PB17-Ultra. It beefs up the specs considerably from its predecessor, with a larger driver, much more powerful amplifier, and larger ports. That will certainly add up to greater performance, but by how much? Read our full review to find out!

READ: SVS PB17-Ultra Subwoofer Review

I want one! Can you carry it up for me a few floors to my apartment?

Very nice review, btw.

 

[Auditor55]

I want one! Can you carry it up for me a few floors to my apartment?

Very nice review, btw.

They always review the least practical or affordable subwoofer first. Can we get a review of a sub that we can carry or move on our own.

 

[AcuDefTechGuy]

They always review the least practical or affordable subwoofer first. Can we get a review of a sub that we can carry or move on our own.

I prefer subs and speakers under 100-pounds. But I guess giant 200-pound subs are just more exciting.

 

[Auditor55]

I prefer subs and speakers under 100-pounds. But I guess giant 200-pound subs are just more exciting.

I get that. However, wouldn't you say we've reached the point of diminishing returns going from a PB16 to a PB17? What are we trying to accomplish here?

 

[AcuDefTechGuy]

I get that. However, wouldn't you say we've reached the point of diminishing returns going from a PB16 to a PB17? What are we trying to accomplish here?

I am 100% happy with my dual 12" passive subs that weigh less than 100-lbs.

But manufacturers want to sell more. Publications want more traffic and attention. And people who are bored want something new.

 

[William Lemmerhirt]

I get that. However, wouldn't you say we've reached the point of diminishing returns going from a PB16 to a PB17? What are we trying to accomplish here?

Why do you act like everyone has the same goals as you?