Klipsch R-115SW VS SVS PB16-Ultra
Klipsch R-115SW
  • Brand - Klipsch
  • Amplification Type - active
  • Detachable Grilles - false
SVS PB16-Ultra
  • Brand - SVS
  • Amplification Type - active
  • Detachable Grilles - false

When you need more power: SVS PB16-Ultra vs Klipsch R-115SW

SVS PB16-Ultra vs Klipsch R-115SW

The main advantage of the R-115SW is its build quality – it looks great and the body is durable. The main advantage of the PB16-Ultra is its amazing power – compare 1500 W of its nominal output power with 400 W of the R-115SW nominal power. The PB16-Ultra maximal output power is 5000 W, while the R-115SW maximal output power is 800 W only. These models are great for large rooms and for people who need as much bass sound as possible.

Features & Performance

The SVS PB16-Ultra vs Klipsch R-115SW performance shows that the PB16-Ultra isn't only more powerful but also more flexible – it has a wider frequency response range – 16-460 Hz versus 18-125 Hz that has the R-115SW. The PB16-Ultra crossover frequency is 30-200 Hz, while the crossover frequency of the R-115SW is 40-160 Hz.

The R-115SW can be connected using the wireless protocol (it is necessary to use the Klipsch WA-2 wireless subwoofer kit). The high-grade all-digital amplifier delivers the clean audio no matter how high volume is set.

The PB16-Ultra features a high-performance amplifier while the Digital Signal Processing technology guarantees perfect blending with other speakers. It can be also controlled via a smartphone application or with a special top-front panel (it has a display).

Design

The Klipsch R-115SW vs SVS PB16-Ultra design comparison shows that the R-115SW is designed using the well-known elements of the brand – the spun-copper driver. The PB16-Ultra looks massive.

The R-115SW features a 15-inch cerametallic woofer, while the PB16-Ultra has an a16-inch driver. The R-115SW has a rectangular front-firing port and the PB16-Ultra has three venting ports located right under the driver.

The R-115SW has RCA LFE inputs and the PB16-Ultra features RCA LFE and XLR ports.

The dimensions are 21.7x25x30.9 in. for the PB16-Ultra versus 21.5x19.5x22.3 in. for the R-115SW. The weight is 174.6 lbs. and 75.4 lbs. respectively.

Pros & Cons

Klipsch R-115SW

VS

Pros

    • The packaging was good and the speaker arrived in perfect condition.
    • Sounds good while turned low too.

Cons

    • The thing I'd consider for improvement would be to have two of these suckers for even vibrations.

SVS PB16-Ultra

VS

Pros

    • The output sound is balanced, powerful. It is a good option for movies and films.
    • The mobile application is reliable and it has many functions. The bass is responsible.
    • It is easy to setup.

Cons

    • The model is incredibly heavy, so you need to find the right place for it beforehand.

Specifications

Specification Klipsch R-115SW SVS PB16-Ultra
Driver
Port Placement front panel front panel
Driver Placement front panel front panel
Driver Size, In 15 16
Driver Quantity 1 1
Connections
Speaker Inputs (pair)
Speaker Outputs (pair)
Bi-amp
Xlr Outputs (pair) 1
Xlr Inputs (pair) 1
Rca Outputs 1
Rca Stereo Line Level Inputs (pair) 1 1
Rca Lfe Inputs 1 1
Material
Enclosure Type vented vented
Colors black black
Woofer Composition polymer fiberglass
Body Material MDF MDF
Power
Audio Amplifier Output Power, W 800 4000
Maximal Output Power (rms), W 800 5000
Nominal Output Power (rms), W 400 1500
General
Detachable Grilles
Amplification Type active active
Controls
Main Power Switch
Low-pass Filter
Subwoofer Phase
Volume
Audio Performance
Crossover Frequency, Hz 40-160 30-200
Frequency Response, Hz 18-125 16-460
Impedance, Ohm 8 8
Sensitivity, Db 118 112
Dimensions
Weight, Kg/pounds 34/75.4 79.2/174.6
Dimensions (h X W X D), Cm/in 54.6 x 48.3 x 55.9/21.5 x 19.5 x 22.3 55.1 x 63 x 76.4/21.7 x 25 x 30.9
User Manual
Manual r-115sw.pdf pb16-ultra.pdf

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