SVS PB17-Ultra R|Evolution Subwoofer

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The SVS PB17-Ultra R|Evolution is a reference-class ported subwoofer engineered to deliver breathtaking low-frequency performance with massive output, exceptional control and deep extension down to an astonishing 12Hz. Featuring a newly developed 17-inch high-excursion driver with revolutionary dual 8-inch voice coils, a powerful dual mono-block STA-2800D amplifier and advanced 295 MHz DSP intelligence, it produces room-shaking bass with remarkable precision and musicality. Variable port tuning modes allow users to optimise performance for maximum output, deeper extension or sealed-style transient response. Combined with advanced smartphone app control, upcoming Auto EQ room correction and uncompromising engineering, the PB17-Ultra R|Evolution sets a new benchmark for high-end cinematic and audiophile bass performance.

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A quantum leap forward in design and performance with multiple groundbreaking innovations – the most formidable and sophisticated ported subwoofer ever developed.

All-new 17-inch driver with first-ever dual 8-inch voice coils. The most powerful amplifier ever deployed in a consumer subwoofer with unprecedented dual mono-block design married to the extreme intelligence of a 295MHz DSP. All managed by the most sophisticated subwoofer control app, now with auto EQ room correction (available soon via over-the-air update).

Born from three decades of SVS design expertise, PB17-Ultra R|Evolution is the pinnacle of ported subwoofer performance. A massive 17-inch driver with first ever dual 8-in voice coils driven by the most powerful amplifier ever deployed in a consumer subwoofer with DSP intelligence far beyond anything available. All married to advanced power management and auto EQ room correction. The benchmark for reference subwoofer experiences has arrived.

Breathtaking low frequencies with unerring accuracy, room-shaking output, and stop-on-a-dime control. The deep, chest-thumping slam of cinematic soundtracks and the delicate nuance of musical bass always rendered truthfully.

Whether heard or felt, low frequencies are handled effortlessly without sacrificing sonic fidelity and refinement. With extension to 12 Hz, far below the threshold of human hearing, PB17-Ultra R|Evolution brings sound to life with convincing, visceral, and jaw-dropping impact.

Effortless Output from High-Excursion 17-inch SVS Driver

It was a ground-up process designing the largest, most formidable driver ever deployed in an SVS subwoofer. An all-new dual voice coil, suspension, basket, and extreme-excursion surround achieve chest-compressing sound pressure levels with flawless tonal accuracy.

  • Lightweight and rigid 17-inch glass fiber composite cone with optimal stiffness-to-mass ratio for maximum efficiency and acoustic linearity
  • 55lb four-piece toroidal ferrite electromagnetic motor generates massive force with precise control, remaining authoritative yet detailed and controlled
  • Extreme-excursion catenary SBR rubber surround maintains pure, long-throw pistonic driver motion

Unerring Control from Revolutionary Dual 8-inch Voice Coils

Unprecedented dual 8-inch dual voice coils ensures stable transfer of electro-magnetic current to the 17-inch driver for authoritative output and pinpoint driver control.

  • 4-layer bi-filar dual voice coil conducts the massive power from the dual-mono amplifier to the motor with maximum thermal efficiency, resulting in effortless acoustic output
  • Copper clad aluminum voice coil wire combines the best properties of both elements, yielding ideal thermal capacity and magnetic field strength

First Ever Dual Mono STA-2800D Amplifier Design with Discrete MOSFET Output

The sonic muscle behind the most powerful and highest fidelity SVS subwoofer amplifier ever developed. PB17-Ultra R|Evolution STA-2800D features technological breakthroughs never offered before in a consumer subwoofer to ensure refined behavior and pristine response at any volume.

  • Limitless headroom from dual mono-block Class-D amplifiers with MOSFET output stages
  • Each amp drives one of the dual voice coils within the motor to assert pinpoint control and maximize power fed to the driver
  • Eight 60 Amp 200 Volt MOSFETs deliver extreme high current for reference-level output with maximum efficiency

Performance Enhancing Switch Mode Power Supply

Regardless of the power coming out of your household circuit, the PB17-Ultra R|Evolution always maintains peak performance and remains impervious to voltage fluctuations.

  • Onboard AC line conditioner filters and stabilizes incoming voltage, corrects waveform distortions, and eliminates electromagnetic and radio interferences to optimize signal quality and audio performance
  • Ensures clean and consistent 160V rail voltage and optimal power delivery from a standard 15-amp home circuit
  • Power-Factor-Correction (PFC) time aligns the AC voltage to the AC current resulting in less heat, greater efficiency, reliable peak power output, and the ability to maintain rated power over a wide-range of voltages
  • FEA optimized convection cooling system has no exterior heatsinks, an extraordinary feat for such a powerful amplifier

Extreme Subwoofer Intelligence – 295 MHz Analog Devices DSP

Orchestrating the cutting-edge amplifier, motor, and driver ecosystem is the most sophisticated DSP ever deployed in a consumer subwoofer.

  • Accurately shapes in-room frequency response with absolute precision for faithful signal reproduction
  • Monitors every function of the amplifier to stabilize AC voltage delivery to the power supply to maintain consistent peak output
  • Multi-point thermal, voltage, and current monitoring system ensures maximum output and efficiency
  • Advanced digital audio processing and DACs (Digital-to-Analog Converters) with 120 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio provide greater headroom, lower noise, and pristine fidelity

SVS Subwoofer Smartphone Control App Now with Auto EQ Room Correction

Compatible with Apple iOS, Google Android, and Amazon Fire platforms, the SVS Subwoofer Control Smartphone app allows convenient subwoofer tuning and management.

  • Controls for volume, low pass filter, phase, polarity, six parametric equalizers, room gain compensation, tuning modes, power management settings, and more
  • Includes three convenient memory presets for fast and easy system adjustments to match your listening preferences – music, movies, night mode, and more
  • Variable Port Tuning modes with included port plugs enable customized frequency response curves for Standard, Extended, and Sealed to allow tuning for maximum output or deep bass extension and transient speed
  • Amplifier Rear Panel OLED and control interface provide fast and direct control of the most important features and includes a convenient “Display Flip” function

SVS Subwoofer Auto Room Correction

Achieves pristine fidelity by resolving all the acoustic issues caused by your room in a few quick and easy steps.

  • Automatically tunes subwoofer output using your smartphone microphone and the SVS subwoofer app
  • Applies equalization filters, capitalizes on available room gain, and optimizes in-room frequency response at main listening positions for optimal in-room performance.
  • Simple process requires just a few steps for significant improvements to in-room response
  • Will be available soon via an over-the-air SVS Subwoofer Control App update

Reference-Level Ported Cabinet Performance

The triple-ported cabinet design of PB17-Ultra R|Evolution delivers effortless low-frequency extension and extreme room-pressurizing output while maintaining exceptional precision and control. Massive dynamic capability combines with remarkable musicality for a truly immersive listening experience.

Extensive internal bracing and acoustically inert cabinet construction eliminate resonance and coloration, allowing the groundbreaking 17-inch driver and dual mono amplifier platform to perform at their highest level with uncompromised fidelity.

Massive Cinematic Impact with Audiophile Refinement

PB17-Ultra R|Evolution combines seismic low-frequency output with pristine musical accuracy. Whether reproducing explosive movie effects or the subtle textures of acoustic bass, it delivers every note with breathtaking realism and authority.

Designed to energize the largest listening spaces with effortless headroom and uncompromised detail, PB17-Ultra R|Evolution establishes a new benchmark for reference ported subwoofer performance.

Frequency Response / Acoustic Data

Frequency response 14Hz to 220Hz +/-3dB (standard mode – all ports open)
12Hz to 220Hz +/-3dB (extended mode – 2 ports open)
14Hz to 320Hz +/-3dB (sealed mode – all ports sealed)
Frequency response notes Roll-off slope specifically optimized to take maximum advantage of available room gain.
2-meter ground plane away from reflective structures (quasi-anechoic).
Frequency response graph does not denote maximum output capability.

Subwoofer Specs

Finishes Piano Gloss Black and Black Oak Real Wood Veneer
Driver configuration Front firing 17-inch high-excursion driver
Ports Triple high-flow 4-inch ports
Amplifier interface Rear panel OLED and control interface
Includes convenient “Display Flip” function
Cabinet construction Robust MDF cabinet construction with internal bracing for resonance-free performance at highest drive levels
Grille Protective non-resonant extra-thick ABS grille frame with fabric mesh cover
Feet Screw-in Iso-elastomer feet reduce noise artifacts and improve stability
Dimensions (with grille) 25.0” (635mm) H x 21.7” (550mm) W x 29.3” (744mm) D
Dimensions (without grille) 25.0” (635mm) H x 21.7” (550mm) W x 28.5” (723mm) D
Shipped dimensions 30.2” (767mm) H x 27.5” (698mm) W x 38.4” (976mm) D
Weight (unboxed) 164.7 lbs (74.7 kg)
Shipped weight 186.1 lbs (84.4 kg)

Driver Specs

Driver All-new proprietary 17-inch long-throw driver with high-precision tuned overhung motor configuration
Woofer weight 63.76 lb (28.92 kg) woofer
54.17 lb (24.57 kg) motor
Excursion 48.9mm Xmax, 81.78mm Xmech precision aligned excursion
Voice coil 8” diameter voice coil
High current 4-layer bifilar copper-clad aluminum wire windings
Voice coil design Dual voice coil design captures power delivery from dual-mono amplifier outputs into a single voice coil for maximum acoustic output
Former / bobbin High temperature glass-fiber composite former/bobbing
Magnet motor Four-piece high-grade oversized Y35 Ferrite magnet motor
Shorting rings Dual shorting rings reduce gap inductance and lower distortion
Leads Dual 25-strand copper-alloy and Nomex composite high-temperature leads woven through the spider
Suspension spiders Dual Nomex extreme excursion linear suspension spiders
Surround Proprietary injection-molded extreme-excursion catenary SBR rubber surround
Cone structure Premium glass-fiber laminated dustcap and vented composite cone sub-structure
Basket High-density 17” powder-coated cast aluminum basket optimized for rigidity and energy transference
Terminals Nickel-plated high-tension spring terminals

Amplifier Specs

Amplifier type Sledge STA-2800D
2800 watts RMS continuous power
6000+ watts peak dynamic power
DSP 295MHz Analog Devices Audio DSP with double precision 56-bit filtering
Amplifier topology Dual-mono discrete Class D amplifiers with eight 60A 200V MOSFETs
DAC performance 120 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Power supply Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS)
Two-stage 100v-240v full range active Power Factor Correction (PFC)
Cooling system Convective cooling plate design eliminates the need for external heatsinks
Inputs Unbalanced RCA 10kohm input impedance
Balanced XLR 14kohm input impedance
Wireless support USB provides power for SVS SoundPath Wireless Audio Adapter (sold separately)
Control options Auto/On and Trigger options through app
3.5mm trigger input 3-12V AC/DC
3.5mm IR input
Standby power consumption 0.5 watt
Compliance RoHS compliant, lead-free construction, worldwide safety certifications

SVS App Features

Platform compatibility Apple iOS
Google Android
Amazon Fire
DSP controls Volume
Fully adjustable low pass filter
Phase
Polarity
Six PEQs
Room gain compensation
Tuning modes
Power management settings
Presets Three convenient memory presets
Auto room equalization Available via over-the-air app update
Uses mobile device microphone to measure room acoustics
Automatically calculates equalization filters
Feedback system Bidirectional feedback shows adjustments in real time on both app and subwoofer interface
Tutorial support Easy-to-follow tutorial guidance for all functions

Included Accessories

Included accessories Protective ABS grille frame with fabric mesh cover
Iso-elastomer feet
3 foam port tuning plugs
Extra heavy-duty high current 6’ power cord
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