SVS PB-13 Ultra Subwoofer

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  • danz1906
    danz1906 Posts: 5,144
    edited November 2010
    colossus wrote: »
    Hello again guys.

    After extensive research about the Dual KW-120 THX and Dual PB-13 Ultra I came to a conclusion (after seeing numerous charts and reviews) that the PB-13 Ultra is better than the KW-120.

    If you compare the subs from frequency 20Hz+, they are practically the same. But if you compare them from 20Hz down, then you see the magic in the PB-13 Ultra.

    Therefore if you are looking for the dynamic punchy bass of the KW-120s but you want also the extra deep deep bass of 10-20Hz, then go for the Dual PB-13 Ultras.

    This is of course my personal opinion based on the research I have done.[/QUOTE

    The Dual PB-13 Ultra will be Awesome, theirs a couple of guys here with
    Dual Pb-13s. Although I liked both subs the PB-13 Ultra was my Favorite.
    I have Full-Range speakers(Linn AV5140s) front and rear.
    Linn AV5140 fronts
    Linn AV5120 Center
    Linn AV5140 Rears
    M&K MX-70 Sub for Music
    Odyssey Mono-Blocs
    SVS Ultra-13 Gloss Black:D
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  • colossus
    colossus Posts: 9
    edited November 2010
    Ordered the DUAL PB-13 Ultras today. Hopefully they will arrive in a week's time. Will let you know my feedback after installation.

    What calibration methods did you use for the Ultras ? Spl meter ?

    Cheers guys ! and thanks for the input !
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  • danz1906
    danz1906 Posts: 5,144
    edited November 2010
    colossus wrote: »
    Ordered the DUAL PB-13 Ultras today. Hopefully they will arrive in a week's time. Will let you know my feedback after installation.

    What calibration methods did you use for the Ultras ? Spl meter ?

    Cheers guys ! and thanks for the input !

    Congrats!!!!!!!
    Linn AV5140 fronts
    Linn AV5120 Center
    Linn AV5140 Rears
    M&K MX-70 Sub for Music
    Odyssey Mono-Blocs
    SVS Ultra-13 Gloss Black:D
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  • megasat16
    megasat16 Posts: 3,521
    edited November 2010
    danz1906 wrote: »
    colossus wrote: »
    Hello again guys.

    After extensive research about the Dual KW-120 THX and Dual PB-13 Ultra I came to a conclusion (after seeing numerous charts and reviews) that the PB-13 Ultra is better than the KW-120.

    If you compare the subs from frequency 20Hz+, they are practically the same. But if you compare them from 20Hz down, then you see the magic in the PB-13 Ultra.

    Therefore if you are looking for the dynamic punchy bass of the KW-120s but you want also the extra deep deep bass of 10-20Hz, then go for the Dual PB-13 Ultras.

    This is of course my personal opinion based on the research I have done.[/QUOTE

    The Dual PB-13 Ultra will be Awesome, theirs a couple of guys here with
    Dual Pb-13s. Although I liked both subs the PB-13 Ultra was my Favorite.
    I have Full-Range speakers(Linn AV5140s) front and rear.

    I love my Dual Ultras in the 15Hz model. Sealed mode is a little much to ask even from dual Ultras. Too noticeable drop out on the output and a lot more concerns on the amps reliability.
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  • danz1906
    danz1906 Posts: 5,144
    edited November 2010
    megasat16 wrote: »
    danz1906 wrote: »

    I love my Dual Ultras in the 15Hz model. Sealed mode is a little much to ask even from dual Ultras. Too noticeable drop out on the output and a lot more concerns on the amps reliability.

    If I play my Cards right, I should have Dual Gloss Black Ultra-13s for
    Christmas:biggrin:
    Linn AV5140 fronts
    Linn AV5120 Center
    Linn AV5140 Rears
    M&K MX-70 Sub for Music
    Odyssey Mono-Blocs
    SVS Ultra-13 Gloss Black:D
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  • daviidwilson
    daviidwilson Posts: 1
    edited November 2010
    megasat16 wrote: »
    15Hz mode means sealing one out of three ports with the included foam inserts. So, there are only two port firing instead of 3 (20Hz mode).

    15Hz mode allows PB13 Ultra to dig lower and bass is noticeable tighter. But the down-side is a little less SPL than 20Hz mode.

    In addition, it's a little easier for me to get a flatter response in the 15hz mode. 20hz in a smaller room like mine is very dynamic, but I get an even higher shelf below 35hz that's hard to tame with the PEQ. That tends to make things sound a bit bottom heavy. I prefer an even response where the bass above 50hz, the slam, as well as, where it's musical is just as prominent as the deep stuff.
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  • colossus
    colossus Posts: 9
    edited November 2010
    Hello guys !!! I got the Dual PB13 ULTRAS finally !! Awesome hehehe :-)

    After 2 whole days playing around positioning the subs (extremely heavy), finally got a nearly even response from 20HZ to 80HZ by placing them in the middle of the side walls. I preferred the 20Hz mode cause few movies go below 20Hz.

    I suggest to all owners of Dual PB13s to do the same if you want the low and mid bass on the same level - you can enjoy both music & movies fully !! Infact if you see the article on audioholics, they say the same thing:

    http://www.audioholics.com/tweaks/get-good-bass/multiple-subwoofer-setup-calibration-1

    For a single PB13 Ultra, it is ideally placed in the front corner, maybe 30-40 cms away from the wall. Corner placed subs peak mostly in 30-35Hz which you can tame by PEQ or Audyssey Multi EQ.
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  • danz1906
    danz1906 Posts: 5,144
    edited November 2010
    colossus wrote: »
    Hello guys !!! I got the Dual PB13 ULTRAS finally !! Awesome hehehe :-)

    After 2 whole days playing around positioning the subs (extremely heavy), finally got a nearly even response from 20HZ to 80HZ by placing them in the middle of the side walls. I preferred the 20Hz mode cause few movies go below 20Hz.

    I suggest to all owners of Dual PB13s to do the same if you want the low and mid bass on the same level - you can enjoy both music & movies fully !! Infact if you see the article on audioholics, they say the same thing:

    http://www.audioholics.com/tweaks/get-good-bass/multiple-subwoofer-setup-calibration-1

    For a single PB13 Ultra, it is ideally placed in the front corner, maybe 30-40 cms away from the wall. Corner placed subs peak mostly in 30-35Hz which you can tame by PEQ or Audyssey Multi EQ.

    Congrats!!!
    Linn AV5140 fronts
    Linn AV5120 Center
    Linn AV5140 Rears
    M&K MX-70 Sub for Music
    Odyssey Mono-Blocs
    SVS Ultra-13 Gloss Black:D
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  • danz1906
    danz1906 Posts: 5,144
    edited December 2010
    With all the new subs coming out and new seal design, the Ultra-13 still
    remains one of the best for it's size and price!
    Linn AV5140 fronts
    Linn AV5120 Center
    Linn AV5140 Rears
    M&K MX-70 Sub for Music
    Odyssey Mono-Blocs
    SVS Ultra-13 Gloss Black:D
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,640
    edited December 2010
    This thread has been inactively active for a year and a half...

    Insane
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited December 2010
    Yep, mine is doing just fine where it is and still impresses me.
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • danz1906
    danz1906 Posts: 5,144
    edited December 2010
    thsmith wrote: »
    Yep, mine is doing just fine where it is and still impresses me.

    SVS hit a Home-run with the Ultra-13, its just a Monster on HT:biggrin:
    Linn AV5140 fronts
    Linn AV5120 Center
    Linn AV5140 Rears
    M&K MX-70 Sub for Music
    Odyssey Mono-Blocs
    SVS Ultra-13 Gloss Black:D
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  • leroyjr1
    leroyjr1 Posts: 8,785
    edited December 2010
    danz1906 wrote: »
    SVS hit a Home-run with the Ultra-13, its just a Monster on HT:biggrin:

    It's decent.:smile:
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  • danz1906
    danz1906 Posts: 5,144
    edited December 2010
    leroyjr1 wrote: »
    It's decent.:smile:

    How about Duals:wink:
    Linn AV5140 fronts
    Linn AV5120 Center
    Linn AV5140 Rears
    M&K MX-70 Sub for Music
    Odyssey Mono-Blocs
    SVS Ultra-13 Gloss Black:D
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  • leroyjr1
    leroyjr1 Posts: 8,785
    edited December 2010
    danz1906 wrote: »
    How about Duals:wink:

    It's a ittle better but it doesn't compare to my .....



    Bose Acoustimass module.
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  • danz1906
    danz1906 Posts: 5,144
    edited December 2010
    leroyjr1 wrote: »
    It's a ittle better but it doesn't compare to my .....



    Bose Acoustimass module.

    You're the Man!
    Linn AV5140 fronts
    Linn AV5120 Center
    Linn AV5140 Rears
    M&K MX-70 Sub for Music
    Odyssey Mono-Blocs
    SVS Ultra-13 Gloss Black:D
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  • danz1906
    danz1906 Posts: 5,144
    edited February 2013
    It's time for another Ultra-13:biggrin:

    http://www.svsound.com/subwoofers/ported-box/pb13-ultra#.UR-5r_LEaSo
    Linn AV5140 fronts
    Linn AV5120 Center
    Linn AV5140 Rears
    M&K MX-70 Sub for Music
    Odyssey Mono-Blocs
    SVS Ultra-13 Gloss Black:D
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited February 2013
    Congrats ! I have thought about selling mine and getting the one with the Sledge amp but the one I have works so well I just have not made the move.

    Let us know how it compares to one you have now which I assume is the non sledge amp model.
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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