SVS PB12-Plus/2 Subwoofer System Review
SVS PB12-Plus/2
Summary
- Product Name: PB12-Plus/2
- Manufacturer: SVSound
- Performance Rating:
- Value Rating:
- Review Date: January 04, 2006
- MSRP: $1199+
- Specifications
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Sensitivity (2.83 V/1m, avg'ed from 16 Hz to 200 Hz):
Sensitivity (2.83 V/1m, avg'ed from 20 Hz to 200 Hz):
Sensitivity (2.83 V/1m, avg'ed from 25 Hz to 200 Hz):86.5 dB spl
87.6 dB spl
88.5 dB splAmp. Power:
BASH© High-efficiency 900W hybrid-class, digital-switching power amp
Rated Impedance:
14 Ohms
Impedance, (10 - 200 Hz) averaged for 16, 20 & 25 Hz tunings:
11.3 ± .1 to 58 +3, -4 Ohms
Frequency Response (+/- 3 dB):
23 Hz (-3 dB) - 305 Hz (+ 3 dB) (25 Hz system tuning)
18 Hz (-3 dB) - 305 Hz (+ 3 dB) (20 Hz system tuning)
14 Hz (-3 dB) - 305 Hz (+ 3 dB) (16 Hz system tuning)Resonance Frequency:
Variable: 16, 20 or 25 Hz
Bass Principle:
Bass reflex
Shipping Weight:
74.8 kg (165 Lbs)
Cabinet Dimensions (W x H x L):
482mm x 673mm x 711mm
(19”x 26.5”x 28”)Active Processors:
Crossover: active lowpass filter, variable,40 - 120 Hz
Parametric EQ: Variable Q (.1 to .9 octave), variable attenuation level (0 to -12 dB), and variable frequency (20 –80 Hz);
Variable phase (0 –180 degrees), and stepped highpass filter (Bypass, 16, 20 & 25 Hz)Connection:
Line Level: RCA jacks; speaker level: 5-way binding post
Recommended Placing:
Manufacturer suggests corner placement.
Pros
- Earthquake in a box
- Quiet, effective & useful processor set
- Variety of available finishes
- Well designed & constructed cabinet
Cons
- It's Big.
- Prone to wind noise at extreme levels
- Large current inrush heavily loads AC mains
Introduction
- PB12-Plus/2 First Impressions
- SVS PB12-Plus/2 Build Quality
- PB12-Plus/2 Measurements and Analysis
- PB12-Plus/2 Measurements and Analysis (cont.)
- PB12-Plus/2 Listening Tests and Conclusion
