SVS sb-3000 & pb-3000 Review | Must Have

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[@Emperor36]

I love my SB-3000 it really has surprised my expectations. One of the best subs I've owned.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

aint that the truth

[@chinlaiyo9565]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude does the svs sb 1000 have a mosfet amp

[@megascopstrichopsis798]

Just ordered it yesterday. Can't wait!!!

[@sweethomesweethome]

i am in two minds, should i go with SB or PB? What do you think? I can save $400 going with SB?

[@randysalsman6992]

@@chinlaiyo9565 No.

[@hurph]

Sb3000...will be my Christmas gift to my family. Thanks!

[@jimmy2shoes75]

And your neighbors 🤣🤣🤣

[@michael-4k4000]

Hell yes! Can't wait for December 25th 2024! We can do a whole week of movies together

[@savanpanchal451]

The min you said you tested out Edge of Tomorrow - that pretty much makes this review completely legit. Most people going for all this newer Atmos and yes they are good but that DTS track of Edge of Tomorrow is crazy good.

[@matt34003434]

Those subs are nice but I'm in love with the RF-7 iii. I've have my pair soon!

[@scottlowell493]

The Rf7III are floorstanders. The bass isn''t even close to this sub.

[@scottlowell493]

The PB3000 is a godsend. A grand buys you a totally awesome audioiphile sub that is compact too. I just got an SB3000 to replace my 15 year old 15" sub. The SB outperforms it, and super costly subs from just a few years ago. I chose the SB, I much prefer sealed subs for my medium room applications. I feel that they have better musicality (musical quality/articulation/definition) than just sheer boom. If I had a larger room, I might use ported for HT. Meanwhile, the output is unholy for such a compact sub.

[@carsoncutrone1048]

Do you use the sb3000 for HT as well? I have a small Home theater room

[@Tottestahl]

That pb-3000 really moves when those low hertz tones comes :O Great review as usual!

[@Autunite]

I'm contemplating upgrading my dual PB-1000's (2016 version, not pro) to dual PB-3000's. I love the look of it, and that excursion is just magnificent. Going from 300W RMS to 800W RMS is almost triple the power, I know that won't equal triple increase in volume, but it will most likely be a significant upgrade. I see PB-1000's still go for $400 used here in norway ($700 new), so hoping to get some back for mine even though they're "old"

[@shal_26]

Awesome review. Can't wait for the PB3000 VS PB4000 comparison. Loved seeing all four sub's playing together, seems the PB3000 had the most excursion.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Why wait? Check it out here kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKubq5ennpeaobc

[@Brandon-ob8ul]

I just got my dual pb3000's and on this video they look small. Before I got them I was kind of skeptical and was hoping I would be impressed compared to what I had. But when they are in person they are very impressive in size, quite large especially when I compared them to my old Polk PSW505. I ran the same test he did and things didn't just rattle, EVERYTHING RATTLED even parts of the foundation/walls. These are insanely impressive. Overkill for an apartment but will be moving soon LOL.

[@20puskinas1992]

Sb3000 should be pretty good for a small room in appartment right?

[@Brandon-ob8ul]

@@20puskinas1992 ur funny. Honestly though should be fine when they come ah knocking its too much.

[@deekay16]

I was honestly quite impressed with my PSW505 for the money, it hit those low rumbling notes pretty well which is what I look for... how does the PB-3000 compare overall? Is it a massive difference?

[@Phobos195]

@@20puskinas1992 Absolutely!! It crushes in my small room. Velvet hammer...

[@oscarjoseph263]

One of the best sub-series out there...

[@TaylorMadeTheater]

Nice! also, The website says "Frequency response graph does not denote maximum output capability" So its just to show the response curve.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

I realized that after I filmed. Thanks for keeping up

[@markweber5278]

I have had duel Pb16 since they came out and they continue to amaze me! That Pb3000 seems pretty awesome also. Great video!!!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Thanks Mark

[@michael-4k4000]

Should i get the PB-1000, 2000, 0r 3000? Have a 13' by 18' by 8' room​@@ThatHomeTheaterDude

[@ericjames5398]

I went from ported subs in my car audio life to sealed and I never looked back. If tuned correctly sealed subs will always sound better and deliver way more accurate sound/punch with any type of sound. Great review!

[@485danne]

How do you tune them correctly?

[@D1Calderon]

The excursion on the 3000s! Nuts!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Massive amounts of excursion!

[@485danne]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude Is that good or not? Can the vibration be ennoying?

[@JoshM7]

That teleport in at the start though. Why are Subwoofer videos are so addicting? :D

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Josh M hahaha didn’t think anyone would notice.

[@smajourney5122]

Watching those speakers reverberating is so cool, it's like they're possessed.

[@HeroOfTheWeb]

Always been in love with the SVS Ultra PB-16, looks like the 4000 is pretty legit

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Fasho

[@michael-4k4000]

These babies will cost you more than a car, but when you die you can be buried in them! Bo us points if u know what movie that's from?

[@MrSuperman258401]

Make sure you do pb4000 vs pb3000 in same spot. Either both with or without iso feet.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

too late. filmed it and i was about to move the subs. they heavy man

[@jamiet74]

The graphs on SVS's website are only base frequency response graphs,definitely not max output graphs (and they state this on their site). The level is only whatever is needed to be high enough above the noise floor on that particular day of testing the DUT.I think the PB-3000 probably has something like 2-3dB less MAX output under 40Hz, but closes the gap above that when compared to the PB-4000

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

cool Thanks for the info

[@cassiushenry8744]

Waiting on this one deffo worth it!! Heard some shake on my end... then I saw the camera shake when all four played, I'm jealous lol🔥🔥🔥

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

The camera shake was pretty cool

[@cassiushenry8744]

Which one is your favourite? Or which one is best for what? Like music, movies and games. I've had a closed and ported sub now but I prefer how sharp my closed sub is but it doesn't hit the same lows as your monsters! You should make a vid of the best setup for each type of media consumption bro!!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

i like ported. you can always plug the ports to increase the sealed like sound

[@pooter4e552]

Be careful with the room gain compensation. If you turn it off/on while listening to music it makes popping sound(s). I had mine for three weeks and already changed the amp. They might need to look into this. If you have popping sounds send it back. Overall, great subwoofer.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

i dont use the room gain. sounds like it was ran pretty hot to get that to happen. I run these to maximum at reference then back off a few db that way i will never run into clipping

[@b0ssm4ch1n3]

I need an in depth review of the rf 7 iii (even though i just bought the forte iii). WE ALL DO!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Its coming

[@RomanEmpireRSVR]

That SB4000 is calling my name...I'm thinking that will completely destroy my Klipsch spl-115. Might be bumping the Klipsch to the workout room and that will take over my home theatre duties!!!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

you in the states? give me a shout and ill help you grab one or two

[@RomanEmpireRSVR]

That Home Theater Dude in Michigan....one or 2??? We robbing a bank first 😂😂😂

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

RomanEmpireRSVR cool man. Send me an email and I’ll get you sorted. TheHomeTheaterDude at gmail

[@8000860]

You are here as well 😁 So, which one did You get to substitute 115? I'm thinking what to consider instead of SPL-150...

[@RomanEmpireRSVR]

@@8000860 I bought dual HSU VTF 3 MK5's. They are crazy deep in bass.

[@poltergeise2340]

I can not make up my mind to go ported or sealed. I haven’t owned ported to know if they will work best for home theater or sealed. Sealed IMO are best for music.

[@jmd11185]

If you want the most realistic experience for movies, go ported.

[@Ryand0523]

Plus you can always get the plugs from SVS, so you can seal the pb version, but you will still have the bigger woofer

[@joentell]

I took the SVS SB3000 to T.H.E. Show and I was impressed!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Joe N Tell Munich?

[@joentell]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude oh no. Local show to me called T.H.E. Show in Long Beach.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Thats great buddy. I love the content. Maybe we can team up someday

[@joentell]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude I love doing collabs.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

hell yeah brother. I would be psyched to work together. Lets do it

[@rmasushige]

Anxious to see the results between the PB3000 vs PB4000. Those are my two choices when I upgrade my subs.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKubq5ennpeaobc here ya go buddy. Why wait?

[@pooter4e552]

Enjoying this SB-3000 really great. One thing I've noticed if you disable Room Gain Compensation, while testing content it make popping sound. Not sure why that happens idk... Anyhoo! SB-3000 reminds me of my wife hot and loud. 💪😂

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

She italian or Latina? Those are usually the loud ones hahaa

[@Professor5180]

I noticed the deepness. I don't know if I like all the extra gargle sounds, air, and rattles from the ported subs.

[@brooklynbummer]

The 4000 does sound different than the 3000. The differences are hard to explane, it appears to be a difference in sound quality, yet both play well. Power and size plus build difference just make a sound difference.

[@fabiozagoo]

A Idea: Use REW in SB 3000 vs PB 3000 at same position for know whats the differences between sealed vs ported in graphs at real world.

[@snootz]

I agree, this would be some nice information to see on this series.

[@BenTan89]

He doesn't know how to use REW. As evident of placing a mic a few inches away from the driver and then calling that a measurement.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

There is measurement and there is measurement plus room gain. I was trying to minimize the effect.

[@BenTan89]

Where are the numbers then?

[@godfather1116]

84lbs vs 150+ lbs and my theater is upstairs? hmmmmm :) and YEAH those RF-7 III's are gorgeous and huge! :)

[@scottlowell493]

And bass is only into the 30's, not even close.

[@Davidarris1969]

I LUUUUUUVE MY MONITOR AUDIO BRONZE SUBBWOOFER,IN MY BEDROOM AS PART OFF A 7,1 4KUHD SURROUND SOUND,WATCHED GEOSTORM IN BLUE RAY AND THE MONITOR SUBBWOOFER WAS DEEP CLEAN AND PURE BLISSFULL BASS.💪💪😉✌👌

[@12schnsaint]

might add a pair of these with my pb-1000 get that 4 bass going!!!

[@mexisp2]

Couldn’t pass up on a sub-3000 used for 800 and marketplace sb-2000 for 200. Just ordered two sets of iso feet and wireless kit

[@mikael3000]

Can you review XTZ Sub 12.17 Edge?

[@benjamindminor7552]

I’d like to see a comparison with the Monolith by Monoprice subwoofers because those are beasts.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

They declined to work with me. I tried though

[@avbalarb1]

Very good demo. Big help on my decision what model to buy. The clip is very useful.

[@8000860]

Which one would be best to consider instead of Klipsch SPL-150?

[@38special4ever]

You should do a SB-3000 vs PB-3000 with plugged ports. Sealed subwoofers are always preferred, if you focus on music performance. If PB-3000 performs well in both plugged/unplugged, it makes more sense in a dual purpose home theater.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Missed opportunity. I already sent them back. I didnt a plugged and ported on the 3000 vs 4000 though kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKubq5ennpeaobc

[@108stitches6]

Thanks dude, my pair of sb 3000’s just arrived today.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

awesome! what you think man?

[@485danne]

Yeah are they any good?

[@cristian10102]

I have a PSA XV15 and it has great bass! But I would love to have one of those svs subs! Awesome vid!

[@paulbrown3471]

Great video! Now I am stuck with a choice I like the SB 3000 because of the size easy to find a spot. But I like the PB 3000 but the size might be a issue. Is it worth getting the SB or should I get the PB and make it fit somewhere? Thanks!

[@xmj6830]

I'm exactly on the same boat! Which one did you pick up at the end? Sealed or not sealed? The PB-3000 is also quite much more expensive where I live ( +36% !)

[@haloharry97]

I just got the SB-3000 to replace my 3000 micro. or been thinking of putting my 3000 micro under my bed use it as a rear sub then sb 3000 as a front unit, but depends on the performance.

[@anthonykozell2286]

Let me know if you ever don't have enough room for more speakers *slight nudge Anyways...Great video and always look forward for when they come out! Keep up the good work :)

[@yuk747]

I bet they would really thump and would love to hear them in action next.

[@elipolancojr3219]

Awesome video bro. Those are some beast. Can really see the passion for home theater bro keep the videos coming.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Thanks ELI ! i have been putting alot more effort into them

[@therealmj8040]

Love the video would love it if you make a budget-friendly Home theater audio system video under 1500 dollars

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIbSYmidZ6mXhZo I have done it before but I can try again

[@dissidentjv5887]

SB 3000 + DSPeaker anti mode = perfection

[@485danne]

Really?

[@panteraowns2515]

I like how you faded in . in the beginning

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

hahahaha. I didnt think anyone would notice

[@GrazerPitbull]

I still don't know which one to buy 3000m or the 4,000m. My apartment is big enough, I run all the boxes here with the Denon 4400h.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

3000 is plenty

[@vinnie8857]

Hello…thinking about getting the pb3000 I have svs ultras towers already gloss black ones . Wish they had the pb3000s in same glossy black but oh well .I also have the svs prime center wish I had the ultra one but got to expensive at the time so I’m definitely now about to pull the trigger on one pb3000 as I would have all svs great speakers. Thank for your time an I will subscribe to your channel as well niceeee review keep up the nice work👍🏻Happy holidays take care .

[@eddiebaby22]

The sound clip was very useful. Wonder if the Sb3000 will outgun my Sunfire true eq?

[@dvan3630]

Nice review always detail on everything equipment keep it up👍👍👍👍

[@sizweradebe6525]

Beeeeeeeen waiting for this one! Great video as usual bro👍

[@RBS22]

Always with excellent reviews. Great video.

[@hurricanebillbass1]

It looks like the cone on the sealed cabinet is moving a LOT less than the ported cabinets. 👀

[@michael-4k4000]

Should i get the PB-1000, 2000, 0r 3000? Have a 13' by 18' by 8' room

[@suavekoleksy3778]

great stuff, really appreciate your videos

[@abs6764]

Great review.. I've got a single svs pb13 ultra with a Bash amp that I'm looking at changing to a sledge amp.. Also looking at trying to grab a second pb13 ultra if I can find one cheap enough.. Would this be the best option for me or look at replacing with a pair of the newer 3000 models or stick with the 13s?thanks

[@leperlord7078]

i liked how you explained the transience/speed difference between the sealed and ported i suspect i will be mostly using for surround music as i have invested a lot in my surround music collection,and music i repeat listen for years,i rarely watch a movie twice,but i do love movies too i suspect sealed may be the ticket for me due to your descriptions,but i wonder how close to the speed and transience i would get with the ported if i used the seal plugs? Would they be an even match? i ask because i am confused by the 400.00 difference between the 2 SB and PB,they appear the exact same except for size and sealed or ported What is the extra 400.00 getting me with the ported? Cheers

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

its worth it. buy both if you have the funds and do a side by side test for yourself. I upgraded from the sealed to ported and never looked back. You can slightly increase the transience when plugging the ports and changing the setting on the amp to sealed mode

[@leperlord7078]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude Thank you

[@cirotube74]

Which is better for cinema between the two subwoofers?

[@BearsBlend]

Awsome video! If I ever would upgrade my pb12 nsd, I think I would get this or maybe the 4000 for the look but I will be getting a Denon x6300h in the mail! Atmos and DTS:X here we come! So hyped! I might need to invest in some elevations from svs XD

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Cool!. Let me know and i can send you a link for a set of the prime elevations. I just ordered my 3rd set :)

[@BearsBlend]

3rd set? Where will you be putting them man haha. Also i live in the Netherlands so i dont think that the link will work?

[@gregorymerzlyakov3522]

Can you share clip Egypt tomorrow to test subwoofers?

[@4thewin759]

Can you talk more about sound than stuff that can be read on the website? You have so much potential to give great info because you have so much equipment.... let’s hear that.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

did you watch the video? I did both

[@4thewin759]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude Sure did, kept fast forwarding to get through the stuff that's easily accessible on their website. The video comparisons are excellent btw, I still would like to hear more thoughts on how you feel like they sound compared to each other.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

J M 11:18

[@4thewin759]

​@@ThatHomeTheaterDude Hmmmm, that doesn't seem very extensive... perhaps what I was expecting is coming in your next video.... I would love to hear your subjective opinion comparing the three in regards to: total subjective volume output, subsonic response and their tactile effect during movies (if you have specific movie examples that would be great!), musicality, tone, integration with your current setup and the klipsch setup in both movies and music, etc. To clarify why I watched this video: to get a comparison. You have all the SVS high end subwoofers and as someone who owns an SB16 (and has owned 4 other previous SVS subs), I am looking to hear your thoughts on all of them in case I want to add addition subs, etc. This video sounds more like you work for SVS and are advertising for them of hyping them up as opposed to giving a detailed and honest review. *shrug* Maybe thats what you're going for? Anyway, perhaps that helps you understand a part small part of your audience. Thanks again for the video.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

@@4thewin759 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKubq5ennpeaobc

[@StartVisit]

for LARGE room what is better sealed or ported version? hardwood floor, high ceiling (10ft), no doors

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Ported for sure

[@loukeeper9997]

Hey great channel. Currently wrestling with which sub to buy. Pb2000 pro or pb3000. Currently have older Polk psw10 in a room about 14.5x 16.5x 8. Watch tv, movies and listen to music. Room opens up to another room.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

id go pb-3000. give me a shout if you wanna buy one 972-322-4607

[@Ryand0523]

Would any recommend I use 2 Pb-3000, or should I just go with 1 sub, or go with 2 subs from a different brand?

[@joshbrobud8358]

SB3000 all the way. Look how flappy the PB3000 is. No control being ported.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

you base performance off of flappiness?

[@1987BMW325is]

Great Review, decided to go with one PB3000 for now, its crazy, shakes the whole house. I will end up duals for sure, just spreading the wealth out a bit. I can get a great deal on 2 of the SB16 ultras, would be about 400 more total, do you think dual SB16 ultras can still tackle the low end in movies ? if you had to choose from 2 x PB3000 or 2 x SB16 Ultra, which would you go with ? I like the PB3000 but deep down, I love the 8" voice coil technology and they don't stick out as far from the wall as the PB3000

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

two 3000s. They have crazy output and are very good for movies.

[@palerider55]

I just bought the SB-3000 not long ago, and set it up using only using the manual rear controls, so far. Why? Because SVS wants you to give their app PERMISSION to access your LOCATION? Now why in the hell does SVS need to know that? They DON'T.

[@samuelmarshall100]

For some reason I have to turn my volume up on my speakers to make the volume on the sub go loud, I can’t find anything amp or devices that I can buy that would allow me to separate the sub and the speakers into two volume channels

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

sounds like you need to recalibrate

[@myplacerighthear3691]

I purchased 4 of the SVS pb-2000 subs the rock my house am I paired them up with three pair of the prime Pinnacle towers and I'm currently running them with 300 watt 4 channel amplifiers listening to CDs DVDs DVD CD ARS and some streaming services such as tidal and of course the great standby Amazon music app.. and I could not want for anything more.. if you ever have the chance to audition nez speakers may I suggest listening to the full version of the narrow way Pink Floyd ummagumma through this collection of speakers it will show you what they're made of I'm having Sonic ability to shift the foundation of your house several inches in any One direction is you choose and capable of really pissing off your neighbors particularly after 9 at night and before 6 and you have nothing to worry about if you own your home free and clear no mortgage no liens no loans on the title of any kind you are safe sound and will never have to leave your house

[@ramsayzaki]

I'm not really clear after seeing this review when the SB-3000 is good vs when someone really should step up to the PB-3000. Any advise on this? E.g. Room sizes over X size should go ported, if you listen to a lot of music you should go sealed, etc?

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

sealed is great for music. you can listen to music ported too. its not sloppy

[@loisteputki5359]

I bought two SB3000 subs because of the many good reviews, these were my first sealed ones and I was super excited about them.. These sound and look great and the app is nice. Just one huge minus, once power is connected the subs start to make a pretty loud 'hissing' sound, loud enough to disturb during silent scenes in a movie and impossible to keep the power on these as always on unless you want to hear that hissing all day. Even contacted SVS about it and they said that it's completely normal, a feature. Wouldn't expect these kind of features in this price range. So keep this in mind if choosing this sub

[@sean9535]

Hissing/humming sounds usually mean you have a ground loop problem. In short you have multiple electronics hooked up together with multiple grounds on the same system. Get some "ground loop isolators"

[@thiagodelgado3128]

Can SB3000 get powerfull sound in reference level without clipping?

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

THX or normal reference?

[@thiagodelgado3128]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude 0.0dB reference on the receiver with 60% gain on sub... is what reference levels? hahah and how is the difference the thx and normal reference?

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

THX standard is different than reference. Yes the 3000 will hit reference no problem. I pushed these really far and had zero issue

[@thiagodelgado3128]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude but can he get the thx reference or don't? and he has a dsp to prevent fail?

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

dsp is for tuning the subs response to be flat as possible in your room. You measure with a microphone and software and you make adjustments on the dsp app. I would think it would have zero issue hitting THX standard, but I didnt test it. It is plenty loud and I couldnt bottom it out

[@deekay16]

Did the PB hit those lower notes better being ported? Depth and room shaking rumbling is what I'm looking for on my next sub... I had a Polk PSW505 and honestly I really liked it, but it would cut out at the deepest notes and eventually the amp blew after a ton of use

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

ported are tuned slightly lower and will deliver more output than the sealed versions.

[@aleXtreme_]

Please do a monolith 15 review

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

i just got it wednesday. should be up soon :)

[@poltergeise2340]

My room is 22’x24’x 6’ 2” ceilings

[@stevieG2015]

I currently have a Paradigm Studio Sub 12, it's a pretty decent unit but drops off dramatically once you get near 20hz. I've been considering a SB 3000 to replace it, will the low end of the SB 3000 outperform the sub 12?

[@halfnhalfkid]

They sound incredible. Now I have to talk the wife to let me get one or two.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Good luck brother. If you get the green light let me know. I can send you links to buy. It really help out

[@randysalsman6992]

Let you? I don't get what you mean, you are the man of the relationship aren't you?

[@Brandon-ob8ul]

@@randysalsman6992 Bet his house is Pink lol, I never understood that wife acceptance factor thing. Should have married someone else. My wife loves jamming out to my system. Told my wife I just ordered 2 svspb3000's she said cool are they louder? My response, oh yeah.

[@quintah]

Great Video, thanks!

[@womz8203]

Lol the PB16 Ultra has so much port chuffing.

[@brentmathews8796]

Not sure if you are still responding to comments on this video, but if you are, where is your volume at (both on the AVR and on the sub itself) during the 10:05 mark when the PB 3000 is blowing crazy air like that? Do you have it pegged out?

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

nope the ported wasnt maxed. i check volume control on the svs app.

[@Driver2397]

These subs kickass and chew gum. Bass in ya face..hey man i watch all your videos did you choose a winner for the klipsch sub..

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Ill keep you in mind my man

[@Driver2397]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude Thanks my man would really appreciate it. I Really dig your setup and your videos are ace man i watch them all. You got the ultimate batchelor pad love it..

[@guil8371]

Many thanks for your review! it is very well done, you have a new fan from France now:) I am very interested in the SB-3000 in white gloss special edition because it is the only one also fitting perfectly my furniture. Do you think I can mix it with a "Focal Sub 1000f" on Yamaha RXA-2080 (real 7.2 I think)? I would like to avoid selling my Focal which is pretty good. I hope the SB-3000 could bring me more deep bass with its 18Hz frequency but not sure if playing both together would work properly? Thanks in advance for your advices:) Do you ship to France? (SVS 500 $ much cheaper in US lucky you:)!)

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

you can mix and match. id say stay sealed or stay ported and make sure phase is aligned properly

[@guil8371]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude many thanks for your prompt answer. I will go for it and reply when my neighbours will knock on the door😄

[@holdencommodore2200]

Would you say 2 pb3000 will give you more tactile bass or 1 pb16ultra? I currently own 1 pb3000 and wanted a little more umph. Was going to either buy another pb3000 or return the current one I have and get a pb16ultra. Thanks!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

get the 16. youll be happy you did

[@eddietours3728]

Good Demo

[@TheOriginalFunnyguy]

C'mon SVS....still waiting for the PC-3000 lol

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Kind of niche. The 2000 and 4000 are plenty

[@ryand34561]

A scratch post for my cat lol

[@2easy518]

Can you review the lowers numbers svs subwoofers, like sb1000 vs sb 2000 or sb 2000 vs 3000 that will be epic video for poor ppl like me thanks

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

I'll ask. I have another sub I have to review first.

[@2easy518]

That Home Theater Dude quick question if u dont mine, i live in apartment side is 21’ x 12’ x 9 . Do u think if i get the sb3000 will be over kill, i like bass but i dont want to batter my neighbor, i ready got bookshields ultra, ultra center and elevation prime, to the best

[@batsonelectronics]

When I did car systems, a 10" or 12" sub usually put out more sound than a 15". The 15" hit lower and shook more, but pure SPL usually went to the smaller speaker with the same power. I love sealed boxes, I am a huge Chicago fan and sealed just sounds so much better for music. After watching this video though, I love ported as well. It was awesome to see the carpet strands move from the air moved out the ports, the 4000 series was just plain impressive. What do you think about Parasound home amps ? I am looking at a 180w or 280w @ 8 ohm bridged mono amp to run my 12" Alpine Type R sub. it unfortunately looks like the giveaway sub video won't hit 25k for a while and I found a good deal on the amp. I wish I had the money for the PB-3000 as it would be great ported for movies and then sealed for music.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Hopefully the giveaway video with mature soon. Its past half way. The parasound a31 amplifier is amazing. Im actually going to be reviewing the A51 and A52+ really soon. I cant wait. The amp is powerful and brings a strong and warm soundscape to the speakers. I wish I could keep it.

[@batsonelectronics]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude Know anything about Parasound HCA-800 or the smaller HCA-600 ? I just looked up the models you mentioned. Yeah, $3000-$5000 is not anywhere in my price range. I can get the models I mentioned around $150 or less and can get the HCA-800 locked in Standby mode real cheap. ( I fix electronics and know of a few problems these have )

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

I havent tried those but if they were made past 1991 they should be excellent quality. Im sure you know to replace the capacitors ever 5-10 years

[@batsonelectronics]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude A few of the caps are the typical problem. I will likely replace them all while I would have it apart. They seem to be regarded well and most hifi reviews say you need to step up to 2x to 3x the price to get better. I am looking at a NAD amp as well. How about Adcom GFA-2. It was tested at around 170w at 4 ohms so 340w combined in a dual voice coil 4 ohm 12" sub.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

I have an arcam P1000. Do you think you could check it over?

[@snootz]

How much low end performance do you think you would lose going from an old style 325watt PB12-NSD (or a PB2000 if you've never heard those) to the sealed SB3000? For strictly movies, do you think the SB3000 would be an upgrade or a downgrade over the PB12 in an open style living room setting (2800^3 ft) if listening at moderate volume levels (around -20 on the AVR)?

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

how old we talking? i had the pb12-nsd a year and a half ago

[@snootz]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude mine is from 2008. They updated the model around 2012 I believe, then replaced the model completely with the PB2000. Also they still sell a limited amount of the discontinued PB12-NSD's during black friday in the US. Mine has their older driver and a 325watt BASH amp.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

oh yeaahhhh i forgot. The 400w pb12-nsd was awesome. It had tons of room filing bass and dug deep down to the equator. The pb-2000 is the replacement of the pb12 and it has even more output. You will definitely noticed a big upgrade in overall soundscape if you upgrade.

[@HARDESTBOOM]

Can you review bksound monolith sub? Its a Company from Uk. Would be cool .

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

ask them to send me some

[@alexiokendo6177]

Hermosas torres y subwoofer

[@geardriven2018]

Pb 3000 or 2 sb 200? Rooms18x13x9

[@thiagodelgado3128]

does someone has any measurements to compare against the SB2000?

[@JayRSwan]

Did he say "only" 800 watts RMS? Man, our perspective of a normal home sub is way different. I have 4 12" subs and have a combined 800 watts RMS. HAHA great video very informational

[@djgdogg1860]

Hey which subwoofer do u recommend svs PB-1000 vs klipsch spl 12 120?

[@garretts431]

Pb1000

[@moveezy5591]

Dont have the space for a ported sub is the sb 3000 be good for home theater

[@pooter4e552]

SB-3000 good of movies, great for music. I have two.

[@patrykgorecki581]

Hi what you recommend PB 2000 or SB 3000 ?

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

sb-3k. its powerful and precise

[@optixx9446]

Im selling my SB16. Now i dont know which i should take.. SB2000 or SB3000 I had the 2000 before the SB16 and had no Problems but wanted the App Control. Dont know how the Amps are

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

If i remember correct they may be adding something to the older subs for app control later on in the year, but the 3000 is plenty. It gives you the slam when you need it and the quiet notes for music too.

[@classicgalactica5879]

The SB2000 and SB3000 actually sound very similar. They are both fantastic subs; you won't go wrong with either one.

[@8000860]

@@classicgalactica5879 So, if I don't need that much power, I can go for 2000 without sound quality loss?