SVS PB17 Ultra R|Evolution Subwoofer Speaker, Black Oak
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Key Features
- 17-inch driver, with dual eight-inch coils
- Three bass ports for more directionality and control at lower frequencies
- 2800w of power from a dual mono-block amp design
- Integrated SVS room correction algorithms, to perfect performance
- Impressive range of 12Hz to 220Hz +/-3dB (extended mode - two ports open)
SVS PB17 Ultra R|Evolution Subwoofer Speaker, Black Oak Overview
The SVS PB17 Ultra R|Evolution is powered by the dual mono-block design of the STA-2800 amp, which allows it to deliver full-range content with precision and control, ensuring that you feel and hear every nuance of the bass being produced. This powerful amplifier drives the subwoofer to reproduce deep, impactful bass with clarity, even at the lowest frequencies. The PB17 is capable of reaching down to 12Hz, which is below the threshold of human hearing. While you may not hear these ultra-low frequencies, you will certainly feel them, adding a visceral element to action scenes and bass-heavy music tracks.
The subwoofer's smart features also allow you to fine-tune its response, making it adaptable to any environment. Through the SVS app, you can customise settings such as phase, volume, and room gain, tailoring the subwoofer to your specific setup. This flexibility ensures the PB17 is equally at home in a dedicated home cinema or a living room, delivering powerful, controlled bass no matter the space.
Product Ref: 315360
Full Description
AVForums Best In Class
"This is an excellent example of a flagship product. It has meaningful improvements over the previous PB16-Ultra flagship: almost double the amplifier output, five times the DSP processing power, etc. and that all compounds into a subwoofer that can float like a butterfly or sting like a bomb."
AV Forums Editors Choice – Best High-End Subwoofer 2025/2026
"This subwoofer is scarily fun. It goes subsonic without effort, making films not only immersive but adds a childlike enjoyment when the action begins. It isn't all brawn though, music remains nuanced and it handles complex and taxing low frequency soundtracks without complaint."
What's in the Box?
- SVS PB17 Ultra Subwoofer
- Protective non-resonant ABS grille with fabric mesh cover
- 4x Iso-elastomer feet
- 3x Foam port tuning plugs
- 1x Extra heavy-duty, 6ft (183cm) power cord
- Quick Start Guide
Specifications
General
| Finishes | Piano Gloss BlackBlack Oak Real Wood Veneer |
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| Driver | 17-inch front-firing high-excursion driver |
| Ports | Triple high-flow 4-inch ports |
| Grille | Non-resonant extra-thick ABS frame with fabric mesh cover |
| Cabinet | MDF construction with internal bracing for resonance-free performance |
| Feet | Screw-in Iso-elastomer feet for noise reduction and stability |
Dimensions & Weight
| With Grille | 25.0” (635mm) H x 21.7” (550mm) W x 29.3” (744mm) D |
|---|---|
| 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 (74.7kg) |
| Shipped Weight | 186.1 lbs (84.4kg) |
Driver
| Construction | Proprietary 17-inch long-throw driver with tuned overhung motor |
|---|---|
| Weight | 63.76 lbs (28.92kg) woofer, 54.17 lbs (24.57kg) motor |
| Excursion | 48.9mm Xmax, 81.78mm Xmech |
| Voice Coil | 8-inch diameter with 4-layer bifilar copper-clad aluminium windings |
| Magnet | Oversized Y35 Ferrite magnet motor for effortless bass output |
| Suspension | Dual Nomex extreme excursion linear suspension spiders |
| Surround | Injection-moulded extreme-excursion SBR rubber surround |
| Cone | Glass-fibre laminated dustcap and vented composite cone sub-structure |
| Basket | 17-inch powder-coated cast aluminium, FEA-optimised for rigidity |
| Terminals | Nickel-plated high-tension spring terminals for secure connections |
Amplifier
| Model | Sledge STA-2800D |
|---|---|
| Power | 2800 watts RMS continuous, 6000+ watts peak |
| DSP Processor | 295MHz Analogue Devices DSP with 56-bit filtering |
| Power Supply | Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS) with 100-240V active Power Factor Correction (PFC) |
| Signal Processing | Advanced digital audio processing and DACs with 120dB SNR |
| Amplification | Dual-mono discrete Class D amplifiers with eight 60A 200V MOSFETs |
| Cooling | Convective cooling plate for efficient heat dissipation |
Connectivity & Control
| Unbalanced RCA | 10kohm input impedance (up to 4Vrms) |
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| Balanced XLR | 14kohm input impedance (up to 14Vrms / +24dBu) |
| USB Port | Powers SVS SoundPath Wireless Audio Adapter (sold separately) |
| Trigger | 3.5mm input (3-12V AC/DC) for automated power control |
| IR Input | 3.5mm for integration with control systems |
| Standby Power Consumption | Green 0.5-watt low standby mode |
SVS App Features
| Compatibility | Apple iOS, Google Android, Amazon Fire |
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| Controls | Volume, low-pass filter, phase, polarity, six PEQs, room gain, tuning modes, power settings |
| Presets | Three memory slots for fast adjustments |
| Auto Room EQ | Measures subwoofer performance and optimises sound (available via OTA update) |
| Bidirectional Feedback | Real-time adjustments shown on both app and subwoofer interface |
Product details
| Product code | SVS-PB17-BLK-OAK |
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| EAN | 850062185166 |
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