SVS PB-13 Ultra Subwoofer

[EndersShadow]

Check the SVS PB-13 Ultra FREQ vs SPL Chart from 1 foot away:
http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volum...07-part-3.html

This sub can go maximum to 100dBs (1 foot away). Adding another sub, will go to 106dBs. What do you conclude guys ? Need your help.

KW-120s are THX certified therefore the results are 100% true.

Danz you heard both ! Need your honest opinion PLEASE

You seem to like the PB-13 Ultra more ...... hehehe

My vote goes to SVS because its got the amps built in for you so it saves you some rack/entrainment center room...that and I really really like SVS..

Or get both and return the one you dont like (SVS has 30 day return, so does Emotiva, not sure about Klipsh)

[colossus]

Hello again guys.

After extensive research about the Dual KW-120 THX and Dual PB-13 Ultra I came to a conclusion (after seeing numerous charts and reviews) that the PB-13 Ultra is better than the KW-120.

If you compare the subs from frequency 20Hz+, they are practically the same. But if you compare them from 20Hz down, then you see the magic in the PB-13 Ultra.

Therefore if you are looking for the dynamic punchy bass of the KW-120s but you want also the extra deep deep bass of 10-20Hz, then go for the Dual PB-13 Ultras.

This is of course my personal opinion based on the research I have done.

[danz1906]

[QUOTE=colossus;1448629]Hello again guys.

After extensive research about the Dual KW-120 THX and Dual PB-13 Ultra I came to a conclusion (after seeing numerous charts and reviews) that the PB-13 Ultra is better than the KW-120.

If you compare the subs from frequency 20Hz+, they are practically the same. But if you compare them from 20Hz down, then you see the magic in the PB-13 Ultra.

Therefore if you are looking for the dynamic punchy bass of the KW-120s but you want also the extra deep deep bass of 10-20Hz, then go for the Dual PB-13 Ultras.

This is of course my personal opinion based on the research I have done.[/QUOTE

The Dual PB-13 Ultra will be Awesome, theirs a couple of guys here with
Dual Pb-13s. Although I liked both subs the PB-13 Ultra was my Favorite.
I have Full-Range speakers(Linn AV5140s) front and rear.

[colossus]

Ordered the DUAL PB-13 Ultras today. Hopefully they will arrive in a week's time. Will let you know my feedback after installation.

What calibration methods did you use for the Ultras ? Spl meter ?

Cheers guys ! and thanks for the input !

[danz1906]

Ordered the DUAL PB-13 Ultras today. Hopefully they will arrive in a week's time. Will let you know my feedback after installation.

What calibration methods did you use for the Ultras ? Spl meter ?

Cheers guys ! and thanks for the input !

Congrats!!!!!!!

[megasat16]

[QUOTE=danz1906;1448821]

Hello again guys.

After extensive research about the Dual KW-120 THX and Dual PB-13 Ultra I came to a conclusion (after seeing numerous charts and reviews) that the PB-13 Ultra is better than the KW-120.

If you compare the subs from frequency 20Hz+, they are practically the same. But if you compare them from 20Hz down, then you see the magic in the PB-13 Ultra.

Therefore if you are looking for the dynamic punchy bass of the KW-120s but you want also the extra deep deep bass of 10-20Hz, then go for the Dual PB-13 Ultras.

This is of course my personal opinion based on the research I have done.[/QUOTE

The Dual PB-13 Ultra will be Awesome, theirs a couple of guys here with
Dual Pb-13s. Although I liked both subs the PB-13 Ultra was my Favorite.
I have Full-Range speakers(Linn AV5140s) front and rear.

I love my Dual Ultras in the 15Hz model. Sealed mode is a little much to ask even from dual Ultras. Too noticeable drop out on the output and a lot more concerns on the amps reliability.

[danz1906]

[QUOTE=megasat16;1449479]

I love my Dual Ultras in the 15Hz model. Sealed mode is a little much to ask even from dual Ultras. Too noticeable drop out on the output and a lot more concerns on the amps reliability.

If I play my Cards right, I should have Dual Gloss Black Ultra-13s for
Christmas

[daviidwilson]

15Hz mode means sealing one out of three ports with the included foam inserts. So, there are only two port firing instead of 3 (20Hz mode).

15Hz mode allows PB13 Ultra to dig lower and bass is noticeable tighter. But the down-side is a little less SPL than 20Hz mode.

In addition, it's a little easier for me to get a flatter response in the 15hz mode. 20hz in a smaller room like mine is very dynamic, but I get an even higher shelf below 35hz that's hard to tame with the PEQ. That tends to make things sound a bit bottom heavy. I prefer an even response where the bass above 50hz, the slam, as well as, where it's musical is just as prominent as the deep stuff.
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[colossus]

Hello guys !!! I got the Dual PB13 ULTRAS finally !! Awesome hehehe :-)

After 2 whole days playing around positioning the subs (extremely heavy), finally got a nearly even response from 20HZ to 80HZ by placing them in the middle of the side walls. I preferred the 20Hz mode cause few movies go below 20Hz.

I suggest to all owners of Dual PB13s to do the same if you want the low and mid bass on the same level - you can enjoy both music & movies fully !! Infact if you see the article on audioholics, they say the same thing:

http://www.audioholics.com/tweaks/ge...-calibration-1

For a single PB13 Ultra, it is ideally placed in the front corner, maybe 30-40 cms away from the wall. Corner placed subs peak mostly in 30-35Hz which you can tame by PEQ or Audyssey Multi EQ.

[danz1906]

Hello guys !!! I got the Dual PB13 ULTRAS finally !! Awesome hehehe :-)

After 2 whole days playing around positioning the subs (extremely heavy), finally got a nearly even response from 20HZ to 80HZ by placing them in the middle of the side walls. I preferred the 20Hz mode cause few movies go below 20Hz.

I suggest to all owners of Dual PB13s to do the same if you want the low and mid bass on the same level - you can enjoy both music & movies fully !! Infact if you see the article on audioholics, they say the same thing:

http://www.audioholics.com/tweaks/ge...-calibration-1

For a single PB13 Ultra, it is ideally placed in the front corner, maybe 30-40 cms away from the wall. Corner placed subs peak mostly in 30-35Hz which you can tame by PEQ or Audyssey Multi EQ.

Congrats!!!

[danz1906]

With all the new subs coming out and new seal design, the Ultra-13 still
remains one of the best for it's size and price!

[VR3]

This thread has been inactively active for a year and a half...

Insane

[thsmith]

Yep, mine is doing just fine where it is and still impresses me.

[danz1906]

Yep, mine is doing just fine where it is and still impresses me.

SVS hit a Home-run with the Ultra-13, its just a Monster on HT

[leroyjr1]

SVS hit a Home-run with the Ultra-13, its just a Monster on HT

It's decent.

[danz1906]

It's decent.

How about Duals

[leroyjr1]

How about Duals

It's a ittle better but it doesn't compare to my .....



Bose Acoustimass module.

[danz1906]

It's a ittle better but it doesn't compare to my .....



Bose Acoustimass module.

You're the Man!

[danz1906]

It's time for another Ultra-13

http://www.svsound.com/subwoofers/po...a#.UR-5r_LEaSo

[thsmith]

Congrats ! I have thought about selling mine and getting the one with the Sledge amp but the one I have works so well I just have not made the move.

Let us know how it compares to one you have now which I assume is the non sledge amp model.