In order to compare Klipsch R-112SW vs SVS SB-1000 in terms of sound, you should locate them in the best way first. Klipsch R-112SW requires much time and efforts to install it. It sounds good at the corner only if you run two of them in the opposite corners. It is better to place it closer to the center of the wall. SVS SB-1000 is more “loyal” and sounds great in the corner.
SVS SB-1000 provides the sufficient output to feel the bass for listening to music but the bass is not very expressive and powerful for movies. If you want to use it for watching the video, it’s good to arrange mini-theater in the room, 2.1. for Blu-ray movies, for example.
On the other hand, Klipsch R-112SW produces great sub-notes with hits that are perfect for watching movies.
Both units are 12-inch models that’s why fits small and medium spaces. Nevertheless, the sound is flawless (with the speakers, of course) in terms of crispness and distortions.
SVS SB-1000’s has a digital amp with the peaking capacity of 720 W that is higher than many other subs of this price segment have. Klipsch R-112SW can offer only 600 W that allows getting a high performance at a rather low volume level.
SVS SB-1000 is remarkable for its slight phase adjustment when setting it up. There is a wide range of crossovers’ settings but 90 Hz is the optimal level to get accurate sound. Klipsch R-112SW requires correct phase settings to enable it to keep up with the main speakers.
The contrast of SVS SB-1000 vs Klipsch R-112SW is in their form-factor, first. SVS SB-1000 has a sealed box versus Klipsch R-112SW’s ported one.
SVS SB-1000 has a decent build quality. The cabinet is firm enough and it has rounded edges to impede its inner resonances.
Klipsch R-112SW has a copper-colored driver made of anodized aluminum with a ceramic element. It rather awareness but makes you think about the aesthetic balance with the other interior design items.
Specification | SVS SB-1000 | Klipsch R-112SW |
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Material | ||
Enclosure Type | sealed | vented |
Colors | black | black |
Woofer Composition | polymer | polymer |
Body Material | MDF | MDF |
Power | ||
Audio Amplifier Output Power, W | 300 | 300 |
Maximal Output Power (rms), W | 720 | 600 |
Nominal Output Power (rms), W | 300 | 300 |
Driver | ||
Port Placement | has not | front panel |
Driver Placement | front panel | front panel |
Driver Size, In | 12 | 12 |
Driver Quantity | 1 | 1 |
Connections | ||
Speaker Inputs (pair) | ||
Speaker Outputs (pair) | 2 | |
Bi-amp | ||
Xlr Outputs (pair) | ||
Xlr Inputs (pair) | ||
Rca Outputs | 2 | |
Rca Stereo Line Level Inputs (pair) | 2 | 1 |
Rca Lfe Inputs | 1 | 1 |
General | ||
Detachable Grilles | ||
Amplification Type | active | active |
Audio Performance | ||
Crossover Frequency, Hz | 50-160 | 40-160 |
Frequency Response, Hz | 24-260 | 24-125 |
Impedance, Ohm | 8 | 8 |
Sensitivity, Db | 100 | 118 |
Controls | ||
Main Power Switch | ||
Low-pass Filter | ||
Subwoofer Phase | ||
Volume | ||
Dimensions | ||
Weight, Kg/pounds | 12/27 | 22.1/48.7 |
Dimensions (h X W X D), Cm/in | 30.8 x 28 x 33/14 x 13 x 13.5 | 41.4 x 39.4 x 46.3/17.4 x 15.5 x 18.2 |
User Manual | ||
Manual | sb-1000.pdf | r-112sw.pdf |