SVS PB-1000 VS Klipsch R-120SW
SVS PB-1000
  • Brand - SVS
  • Amplification Type - active
  • Detachable Grilles - true
Klipsch R-120SW
  • Brand - Klipsch
  • Amplification Type - active
  • Detachable Grilles - true

Klipsch R-120SW vs SVS PB-1000: choose the perfect one

SVS PB-1000 vs Klipsch R-120SW

Actually, both subwoofers have much in common. But your preferences may outweigh in some aspects. I would recommend everybody to stop at Klipsch R-120SW model. Even at low settings, it vibrates my walls. The sound is clear and free of hiss compared to SVS PB-1000, but here you'll have a tight and precise bass. If you want a reasonably priced subwoofer to usher you into the reality of high fidelity sound, this is it.

The sound quality is top notch, but explosions and action scenes don't wow me, just like that I had with SVS. When looking for a great subwoofer, the sound is on top of my preferences. So think first what is essential for you when comparing SVS PB-1000 vs Klipsch R-120SW.

Features & Performance

SVS PB-1000 vs Klipsch R-120SW back

Talking about PB-1000 after listening to music, I decided to run a subwoofer test. This test ran a bunch of frequencies through the sub to test its response. When it started playing, it felt like someone was grabbing my head and shaking it. This sub can hit low and hit it hard what can't be said about R-120SW, it just sounds like a herd of elephants running through the room.

Design

Klipsch is surprisingly boomy for its size, most likely due to the port, versus the ported design of SVS that makes a huge difference. If you like to "feel" the LFE in your home theater, you won't be disappointed. Speaking of "huge," this thing is pretty big as well. The rubber feet are a nice touch on hard floors or carpet, and I like the way Klipsch R-120SW looks without the grille.

Pros & Cons

SVS PB-1000

VS

Pros

    • Powerful and Deep Bass
    • Excellent Low-End Extension
    • Versatile Connectivity
    • Versatile Connectivity

Cons

    • Relatively large and heavy subwoofer
    • Room Size Considerations

Klipsch R-120SW

VS

Pros

    • Dynamic Performance
    • High-Quality Construction
    • Versatile Connectivity
    • Powerful Bass

Cons

    • Large Size
    • Power Consumption

Specifications

Specification SVS PB-1000 Klipsch R-120SW
Connections
Speaker Outputs (pair)
Bi-amp
Xlr Outputs (pair)
Xlr Inputs (pair)
Rca Outputs 1
Rca Stereo Line Level Inputs (pair) 1 1
Rca Lfe Inputs 1 1
Speaker Inputs (pair) 2
Material
Colors black black
Woofer Composition polymer polymer
Body Material MDF MDF
Enclosure Type vented vented
Power
Maximal Output Power (rms), W 720 400
Nominal Output Power (rms), W 300 200
Audio Amplifier Output Power, W 300 200
Driver
Driver Placement front panel front panel
Driver Size, In 10 12
Driver Quantity 1 1
Port Placement front panel back side
General
Detachable Grilles
Amplification Type active active
Controls
Main Power Switch
Low-pass Filter
Subwoofer Phase
Volume
Audio Performance
Crossover Frequency, Hz 50-160 90-150
Frequency Response, Hz 19-270 29-120
Impedance, Ohm 8
Sensitivity, Db 116
Dimensions
Weight, Kg/pounds 21/46 14/31
Dimensions (h X W X D), Cm/in 46.7 x 38.1 x 45.7/18.4 x 15 x 18.4 41.1 x 35.6 x 48.8/16.5 x 14 x 19.2
User Manual
Manual pb-1000.pdf r-120sw.pdf

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