Apr 05, 2019
The Bic Acoustech PL-200 II is a great solution for people who look for enough power since this solution features a BASH amplifier which can deliver up to 1000 W of the dynamic peak output. It also h...
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Bic Acoustech PL-200 II vs SVS SB-1000 review aims to compare closed and open subwoofers. Samples work in similar frequency ranges: 21-200 Hz (Bic) versus 24-260 Hz (SVS) and in combination with the design of the case it gives a different sound.
Features & Performance
Bic Acoustech PL-200 II is the subwoofer equipped with a BASH-amplifier, which can play audio with a power of 250W nominally and 1000W maximum. The subwoofer has 12-inch long stroke driver from a pressed long-fibre paper. The PL-200 plays audio without distortion at high volume, while still providing a good level of bass power. Built-in adjustable crossover allows achieving deep bass depending on the room and connected speakers. In SVS SB-1000 vs Bic Acoustech PL-200 II review, it must be pointed out that the Bic does not have a low-pass filter.
The SVS SB-1000 has a 12-inch driver on the front panel. It is equipped with a soft rubber suspension with an increased displacement amplitude and high-temperature coil. The subwoofer has a digital amplifier with peak power of 720W and a nominal 300W. It has deep and powerful bass, allowing it to work adequately even with massive acoustics due to the amplifying path, clearly holding the course of the diffuser.
Design
Bic Acoustech PL-200 II has a glossy body with lacquered surfaces. The coating is scratch resistant. 2 holes of the phase inverter are on the front panel. Behind, on the metal panel, there are sound and crossover controls, screw terminals for high-level inputs and output terminals for speakers.
The SVS SB-1000 case is made in the shape of a cube with a side of 13 inches. It is rather rigid and has rounded edges that interfere with internal resonances. Screw terminals, controls of volume, crossover, and phase are located on the rear panel. Also, there are 2 line inputs and 2 outputs.
Bic Acoustech PL-200 II Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Bic Acoustech PL-200 II has an automatic signal perception function that starts it along with audio playback.
- The design has a removable power cable.
Cons:
- PL-200 II has significant sound distortion at high volume.
- The polished copper on the driver looks like cheap as spray paint.
SVS SB-1000 Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Compact housing with dark wood trim will be in harmony with any interior.
- 2 powerful ferrite magnets are responsible for minimizing distortion in the emitter.
- The subwoofer has a switchable automatic standby system and a trigger input for integration into the automation system.
Cons:
- At a very high volume, the sound loses a bit of quality.
- SVS SB-1000 has small body resonances at elevated levels.
Bic Acoustech PL-200 II review
SVS SB-1000 review
Aug 29, 2018
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Common
Product
Bic Acoustech PL-200 II
SVS SB-1000
Model
PL-200 II
SB-1000
Brand
Bic Acoustech
SVS
Rating
4.3 of 5
4.4 of 5
Reviews
577
86
General
Amplification type
active
active
Detachable grilles
Power
Nominal output power (RMS), W
250
300
Maximal output power (RMS), W
1000
720
Audio amplifier output power, W
250
300
Audio performance
Sensitivity, dB
110
100
Impedance, Ohm
8
8
Frequency response, Hz
21-200
24-260
Crossover frequency, Hz
30-150
50-160
Driver
Driver quantity
1
1
Driver size, in
12
12
Driver placement
front panel
front panel
Port placement
front panel
has not
Connections
RCA LFE inputs
1
1
RCA stereo line level inputs (pair)
2
RCA outputs
2
XLR inputs (pair)
XLR outputs (pair)
Wireless
Bi-amp
Speaker outputs (pair)
2
2
Speaker inputs (pair)
2
Controls
Volume
Subwoofer phase
Low-pass filter
Main power switch
Material
Body material
MDF
MDF
Woofer composition
pressed long-fibre paper
polymer
Colors
black
black
Enclosure type
vented
sealed
Dimensions
Dimensions (H x W x D), cm/in
43.6 x 37 x 49.5/17.2 x 14.8 x 19.5
30.8 x 28 x 33/14 x 13 x 13.5
Width, kg/pounds
20.9/46
12/27
Subwoofers HelpToChoose comparison rating
- 9.5Bic Acoustech PL-200 II
- 12.3SVS SB-1000
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