SB-1000 Subwoofer
SB-1000 Subwoofer
SB-1000
Product Overview
Small subwoofer cabinets are not conducive to big bass, which presented a challenge for SVS engineers when designing the SB-1000 and its compact 13x13x13-inch enclosure. Refusing to sacrifice performance for size, SVS engineers threw out preconceived notions and designed a subwoofer with massive output and remarkable low frequency extension, especially relative to its size and price. All without sacrificing accuracy, detail, and musicality.
Quick Specs
- Driver | 12"
- Amplifier | 300 watts RMS (720 watts peak)
- Freq. Response | 24-260 Hz ±3dB
- Dimension | 13.5" (H) 13" (W) 14" (D)
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User Reviews
wros Reviews the SB-1000
"One of the best purchases made for my system. You will not be disappointed - every bit as advertised, a little monster in a box. Tight/punchy with great ran...
Joey G. Reviews the SB-1000
"Its perfectly suited for my needs, hits hard and very clean bass. Its especially impressive in handling quick, successive, hard-hitting bass notes"- Joey G.
Frederick J. Reviews the SB-1000
"Great sub, tight, fast, musical. Very pleased with this purchase. Highly recommended."- Frederick J.
Trevor T. Reviews the SB-1000
"A serious upgrade brings new life to my music with very tight loud bass. Really fills in the low end of my music. Customer service was great."- Trevor T.
Robert G. Reviews the SB-1000
"Easy set up, great for small room, delivers the punch to the music. Love the adjustments to fine tune the sub. Quality product produced by SVS."- Robert G.
Rodney J. Reviews the SB-1000
"The SB-1000 has been excellent on all counts and I recommend this highly"- Rodney J.
Press Reviews
Home Theater Hobbyist Reviews the PB-1000 and SB-1000 Subwoofers
“Excellent output and deep extension but also great balance and extremely detailed bass. Both can play music and movies and you’ll have an enjoyable experien...
HT Hobbyist (YouTube) Reviews the SB-1000 Subwoofer
“Able to energize my room and punch me in the chest, which was surprising for such a compact sub. It’s very accurate, very articulate and sounds incredible ...
CNET Names SB-1000 Best Subwoofer Under $500
“I've used a lot of subwoofers in my time, but nothing has so far matched SVS in terms of value for money. I use the larger SB-4000 as part of the CNET test...
The Pixelated Gamer Reviews the SB-1000
"The SVS SB-1000 is an absolute workhorse and decimates the competition anywhere near its $500 price tag. Its compact size allows it to be placed just about...
HiFi Class (Poland) gives SB-1000 Five Stars
“Massive, springy and strong bass from a small compact box. Effective and precise sound in a multi-channel configuration. It will also well complement the s...
SB-1000 Awarded "Best Subwoofer for Small Spaces" by Wirecutter
"Measuring 13½ by 13 by 14⅝ inches (HWD), it’s compact enough to hide under many end tables, yet this 12-inch subwoofer actually exceeds the performance of ...
Gadgetreview.com - James Pikover Reviews the SB-1000
"The SVS SB-1000 is a powerful and price-conscience subwoofer to give your entertainment center the bass it doesn’t just need, but that it deserves… I can’t...
The Man Cave Cinema Reviews the SB-1000
“…butter smooth and hard hitting at the same time……you will most definitely fall in love with it, like I did. Also for $499 you just can’t go wrong."
Audiofi.net - Sujesh Pavithran Reviews the SB-1000
"This has to be one of the best bang-for-buck subwoofers in the market right now."
Home Theater Shack Reviews the SB-1000 and PB-1000 Subwoofers
SB-1000 "I found myself falling for this dinky overachiever...the SVS SB1000 is amazing for its size. When you look at this thing you almost can't help bu...
Digital Hippos Reviews the SB-1000 and PB-1000 Subwoofers
SB-1000"...represents a stunning achievement that must have the competition shaking in their boots...What SVS Sound has done with the SB-1000 is nothing shor...
About.com Reviews the SB-1000
"If you are looking for a subwoofer that provides a good balance of power output, low frequency response, installation convenience and price definitely give...
Frequency Response / Acoustic Data:
* Frequency response graph does not denote maximum output capability- 24-260 Hz +/- 3 dB
- 2-meter ground plane away from reflective structures (quasi-anechoic)
Subwoofer Specs:
- Premium black ash, piano gloss black and piano gloss white finish options
- Front-firing 12" driver
- Rigid and strong cabinet construction
- Cloth grille with pin/cup retention system
- Detachable power cord
- Cabinet Dimensions: 13.5" (H) x 13" (W) x 14"(D) (without grille)
- Overall Dimensions: 13.5" (H) x 13" (W) x 14.6"(D) (with grille)
- Weight (unboxed): 27 pounds
- Shipped Dimensions: 19" (H) x 18" (W) x 18" (D)
- Shipped Weight: 34 pounds
Driver Specs:
- SVS 12” high-performance driver
- FEA-optimized motor technology for low distortion
- High-power voice coil for excellent thermal management
- Lightweight Treated Fiber Composite cone for enhanced sensitivity and transient response
- Rubber surround for durability and long-life
- Dual high-grade ferrite magnets
- Vented pole piece for greater cooling and low noise
Amplifier Specs:
- Sledge STA-300D with 300 watts RMS continuous power (720 watts peak dynamic power)
- Efficient and cool-running Class D topology
- 300 watts (720 watts peak dynamic)
- Green standby mode with less than 0.5 watts consumption
- Detachable power cord with main power switch
- RoHS compliant, lead-free construction and world-wide safety certifications
- Auto-On / On switch
- DSP control for accurate response and refined behavior under all operating conditions
- Stereo line-level RCA Input & 80Hz High Pass Filtered Output connections
- Stereo speaker level 5-way binding post input connections
- Continuously variable low pass filter frequency with disable/LFE setting
- Continuously variable volume and phase controls./li>
- Input impedance - 47 kΩ (unbalanced RCA) / 2 kΩ (speaker level)
At first glance, it’s easy to underestimate the impact of the SB-1000 subwoofer based on size alone. But when it erupts to life with deep and hard-hitting bass, there’s no mistaking it’s a bona fide, high performance subwoofer.
Commanding 12-inch SVS High-Excursion Driver
SVS packed the compact SB-1000 subwoofer with a front-firing 12-inch driver, massive dual ferrite magnets and FEA-optimized internal motor technology for high output with extremely low distortion. The lightweight cone material of the long-stroke driver reproduces subtle audio tones and massive low frequency impact with lifelike realism. Durable rubber surrounds ensure long-lasting performance, even when the subwoofer is pushed to its performance limits for extended periods of time. Authoritative and musical, the SB-1000 a perfect option for serious music or home theater lovers.
Powerful and Sophisticated Sledge STA-300D Amplifier
Conservatively rated at 300 watts RMS, 700+ watts peak power, the Sledge STA-300D amplifier maintains precise control of the subwoofer at all drive levels so you can push to reference volumes without distortion. A sophisticated DSP is perfectly tuned to the unique driver and cabinet configuration and its equalization curve is optimized for enhanced transient response and room gain, making the subwoofer sound much bigger than its size. The SB-1000’s ability to start and stop on a dime and stay true to the source material is a performance hallmark normally reserved for much more expensive subwoofers. The advanced DSP engine also allows for fine tuning of audio playback and easy set-up and integration into any home theater or stereo system.
Sonically Inert and Rigidly Braced Cabinet
Thermal management is critical when dealing with such a powerful amplifier and motor in a compact sealed cabinet, so SVS implemented a unique vented pole piece and efficient high-power voice coil to keep the SB-1000 subwoofer cool without impacting performance or adding noise. The cabinet is rigidly braced and sonically inert so the bass you hear is always effortless and pure, even at the highest drive levels.
Weighing in at an easily movable 27 lbs, the SB-1000 is SVS’s lightest and smallest subwoofer, making its 24Hz to 260Hz (+/- 3dB) frequency response all the more impressive.
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United StatesLove my one SB1000, can't wait to hear my room with two
I got my first SB1000 about a year ago with a couple of years worth of Amazon gift cards. After listening to Tom and Rob on the Avrant podcast for years, I have learned of the importance of pairing subs in your theater, but after a major rebuild of my system I knew I would have to wait a while for my second SB1000. The first one has made my theaters sound much more explosive in the action movies that I love. I'm sure that it be even better with two.
United StatesGreat sub
Love it so far. Build quality is excellent, packed extremely well and shipping was unbelievably quick. Great sound.
United StatesSB-1000
Grown up from a computer based Logitech 5.1, I reward myself with a new "set" of audio system to enjoy my retirement, I purchased 3 Polk audio speakers (2 floor standing S55 + a center channel speaker (S35). and a subwoofer from SVS. When all wires/ cables are connected, (to a Sony 7..2, with only one SVS Sub), feeling happy is an understatement.The quality of CLEAR AND THICK BASS justified my hard -earned money. (My wife finally agrees I 've made a wise choice)
United StatesNow I get it
Bought the SB-1000 after my current subwoofer’s amp failed. Although this was a significant upgrade for me, I wasn’t expecting the difference to be as dramatic as it was. This thing sounds incredible. Brings a musical depth that was missing…the thing that makes you smile like a little kid and your spine tingle. One problem though…now I want another one.
United StatesNice Sub
This is a very musical sub but I have to have the gain turned up a lot to get the desired level. Now a few negatives. Getting the inner box out of the outer box is a true PITA. The power cord is a stupid non IEC cord. Mine did not come with a power cord. Luckily I had one. Other than those few gripes it is a very nice sub for the money.
SVS
Tom - The sub should have shipped with a power cord so we'll get one on the way today. Sorry about that! -JackG
User Reviews | Press Reviews
Home Theater Hobbyist Reviews the PB-1000 and SB-1000 Subwoofers
“Excellent output and deep extension but also great balance and extremely detailed bass. Both can play music and movies and you’ll have an enjoyable experience regardless. And while there are...
HT Hobbyist (YouTube) Reviews the SB-1000 Subwoofer
“Able to energize my room and punch me in the chest, which was surprising for such a compact sub. It’s very accurate, very articulate and sounds incredible for music. Absolutely...
CNET Names SB-1000 Best Subwoofer Under $500
“I've used a lot of subwoofers in my time, but nothing has so far matched SVS in terms of value for money. I use the larger SB-4000 as part of...
The Pixelated Gamer Reviews the SB-1000
"The SVS SB-1000 is an absolute workhorse and decimates the competition anywhere near its $500 price tag. Its compact size allows it to be placed just about anywhere, perfect for...
HiFi Class (Poland) gives SB-1000 Five Stars
“Massive, springy and strong bass from a small compact box. Effective and precise sound in a multi-channel configuration. It will also well complement the sound in the lowest tones of...
SB-1000 Awarded "Best Subwoofer for Small Spaces" by Wirecutter
"Measuring 13½ by 13 by 14⅝ inches (HWD), it’s compact enough to hide under many end tables, yet this 12-inch subwoofer actually exceeds the performance of some larger subs we...
Gadgetreview.com - James Pikover Reviews the SB-1000
"The SVS SB-1000 is a powerful and price-conscience subwoofer to give your entertainment center the bass it doesn’t just need, but that it deserves… I can’t recommend the SB-1000 enough."...
The Man Cave Cinema Reviews the SB-1000
“…butter smooth and hard hitting at the same time……you will most definitely fall in love with it, like I did. Also for $499 you just can’t go wrong."
Audiofi.net - Sujesh Pavithran Reviews the SB-1000
"This has to be one of the best bang-for-buck subwoofers in the market right now."
Home Theater Shack Reviews the SB-1000 and PB-1000 Subwoofers
SB-1000 "I found myself falling for this dinky overachiever...the SVS SB1000 is amazing for its size. When you look at this thing you almost can't help but laugh and think...
Digital Hippos Reviews the SB-1000 and PB-1000 Subwoofers
SB-1000"...represents a stunning achievement that must have the competition shaking in their boots...What SVS Sound has done with the SB-1000 is nothing short of amazing." PB-1000 "...the pinnacle of value...
About.com Reviews the SB-1000
"If you are looking for a subwoofer that provides a good balance of power output, low frequency response, installation convenience and price definitely give the SB-1000 consideration….with its easy-to-hide compact...
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