The ultimate reference standard for bass, SB16-Ultra redefines what is possible from a sealed cabinet subwoofer design with cost-no-object design and engineering.
An unrelenting passion for awesome bass performance and engineering perfection guided every aspect of the SB16-Ultra subwoofer’s design. Groundbreaking technology, rigorous design and extreme testing in real world and laboratory environments allowed SVS to achieve massive output levels, extreme low frequency extension, near-perfect frequency response accuracy, and pinpoint transient response. The culmination of all SVS design advancements, SB16-Ultra represents the greatest leap forward in performance and innovation since the inception of subwoofers.
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SVS SB16-Ultra 1500 Watt DSP Controlled 16 Inch Subwoofer
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The ultimate reference standard for bass, SB16-Ultra redefines what is possible from a sealed cabinet subwoofer design with cost-no-object design and engineering.
An unrelenting passion for awesome bass performance and engineering perfection guided every aspect of the SB16-Ultra subwoofer’s design. Groundbreaking technology, rigorous design and extreme testing in real world and laboratory environments allowed SVS to achieve massive output levels, extreme low frequency extension, near-perfect frequency response accuracy, and pinpoint transient response. The culmination of all SVS design advancements, SB16-Ultra represents the greatest leap forward in performance and innovation since the inception of subwoofers.
TECHNICAL SPECS
Frequency Response / Acoustic Data:
16-460 Hz +/- 3 dB
Roll-off slope specifically optimized to take maximum advantage of available room gain.
2-meter ground plane away from reflective structures (quasi-anechoic).
Subwoofer Specs:
Black Oak and Piano Gloss Black finish options
Protective non-resonant steel mesh grille
Front-firing 16" driver
Rear-mounted amplifier
Screw-in rubber feet
Robust Medium Density Fiberboard(MDF) cabinet construction
Cabinet Dimensions: 20" (H) x 19.5" (W) x 20.1" (D) (without grille)
Cabinet Dimensions (with grille): 20” (H) X 19.5” (W) X 22.9” (D)
Shipped Dimensions: 24.9" H X 25.1" W X 30.3" D
Weight (unboxed): 122 pounds
Shipped Weight: 145.9 pounds
Driver Specs:
SVS 16” Ultra-series driver
Powder-coated cast aluminum basket
Four high-grade ferrite magnets
Finite Element Analysis (FEA)-optimized motor structure
Dual shorting rings reduce gap induction and lower distortion
Extended pole piece improves heat sink and thermal management properties
8” diameter, high-power edge wound voice coil
78mm peak to peak Xmech excursion (65mm Xmax)
Upgraded Nomex spider for improved linearity and driver control at extreme drive levels
Dual 24-strand copper and Nomex composite high-temperature leads provide a pristine electrical connection from the amplifier to the voice coil
Premium glass fiber laminated dustcap and reinforced composite cone sub-structure ensure a light, ridged, and neutral radiating surface
Low-creep rubber long-throw surround for excellent durability and longevity
High resolution 50MHz Analog Devices Audio DSP with double precision 56bit filtering is most advanced subwoofer processor available for perfect audio reproduction
Active PFC (Power Factor Correction) ensures the cleanest 1500W output regardless of your home mains supply
XLR and RCA stereo input/output with ultra-wide input voltage for consumer and professional audio applications
Convenient front-mounted display with subwoofer controls and 8 digit LED display
Groundbreaking Subwoofer Control and Bass Management Smartphone App for Apple and Android Devices
IR Remote Control
Three user adjustable parametric EQs
Continuously variable volume/gain control
Continuously variable (0-180 degrees) phase control
Continuously variable (30-200 Hz) 6, 12, 18, or 24 dB/octave low pass filter frequency with disable/LFE setting
Main power rocker switch
Auto-On / On / Trigger Controls
3-12V trigger with 1/8” (3.5 mm) TRS mini-jack input
Green standby mode with > 0.5 watts consumption
Input impedance 22kohm (RCA)/ 22kohm (XLR).
RoHS compliant, lead-free construction and world-wide safety certifications
