Thoughts on my new SVS

ibewbrother
ibewbrother Posts: 186
edited April 2010 in Subwoofer Hookup & Bass Management
Well, it arrived at about 5pm Friday, and a second person would have been nice to help un-box the thing. I was actually a bit surprised at the actual SIZE of it. After removing my old PSW-300, which for years I thought was a pretty good sub, I put the SVS in the same location. I ran Audyssey, then loaded up HBO's new series The Pacific. When the first artillery shot exploded, I almost jumped off of the couch. It was like getting punched in the chest. My old polk couldn't come close to this.

One of my friends was here yesterday, a fellow audio enthusiast, and said that it was the best sounding sub he had ever heard. I agree. It goes much deeper than the old Polk and simply blows it away in the power department. The 325 watt BASH amp is plenty good enough for an amazing sound.

Bottom line is this....it took me about 10 seconds to decide that I am going to be a SVS man for the rest of my days.

To anyone looking to purchase a new sub, as far as "bang for the buck" goes, I believe it is the best purchase
I have made in my home theater quest.

...Brother

PS... If the PB12-NSD is "entry level", I can't imagine what the PB13-Ultra would sound like.
"Making life enjoyable through expensive electronics." BillD

Pioneer Elite SC-57
M70 series 2 mains
CS2 center
M40 surround
M30 front height
SVS PB 12 NSD

Carver TFM-45 (mains)
Carver A753x (center, surround)

320GB PS3, 42" Panasonic G10,

M60's as a Zone 2 off of the Pioneer in the living room

R.I.P. Onkyo TX-NR807
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  • packetjones
    packetjones Posts: 1,059
    edited March 2010
    Thanks for the short review. I am looking to get a new sub soon and have looked at the SVS in depth. I am still trying to decide between an SVS and a HSU. I am glad to hear that there is a very noticeable difference between these subs and a entry/lower level Polk.
    Front - RTiA5's
    Rear - RTiA3's
    Center - CSiA4
    Sub - PSW110
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  • NotaSuv
    NotaSuv Posts: 3,851
    edited March 2010
    very nice sub and sounds like you are already enjoying it
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  • Toxis
    Toxis Posts: 5,116
    edited March 2010
    Epik... That is all.
    Never kick a fresh **** on a hot day.

    Home Setup: Sony VPL-VW85 Projo, 92" Stewart Firehawk, Pioneer Elite SC-65, PS3, RTi12 fronts, CSi5, FXi6 rears, RTi6 surround backs, RTi4 height, MFW-15 Subwoofer.

    Car Setup: OEM Radio, RF 360.2v2, Polk SR6500 quad amped off 4 Xtant 1.1 100w mono amps, Xtant 6.1 to run an eD 13av.2, all Stinger wiring and Raammat deadener.
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  • donedroolin
    donedroolin Posts: 225
    edited March 2010
    !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Velodyne !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Velodyne !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Velodyne !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    TV- 52 inch LCD SONY BRAVIA XBR6
    TV- 42 inch PLASMA HITACHI ULTRA VISION
    AMP- PARASOUND HALO A-51
    CONTROLLER- PARASOUND HALO C-2
    FRONT SPEAKERS- LSi15's and LSiC
    REAR SPEAKERS- LSi7's
    SUBWOOFER- VELODYNE DD15
    BLU RAY- LG SUPER BLU BH200
    BLU RAY- SONY BDPS350
    GAME SYSTEM- NINTENDO Wii
    MONSTER POWER CONDITIONER
    WIRES- AUDIO QUEST and MONSTER
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  • ibewbrother
    ibewbrother Posts: 186
    edited March 2010
    Well I looked at Epik....only 1 model..the Empire is for sale. 799 +140 shipping.
    It sure looked like a nice sub, but was a little out of my price range.

    There were several models of velodynes that I looked at, but they had entirely too many models and features. The Velodyne I liked was a 15" but had way too many add ons and far less actual sub to justify $1000.

    All of this is my impressions only...but as of now I would buy SVS over any other based on my own experience.
    "Making life enjoyable through expensive electronics." BillD

    Pioneer Elite SC-57
    M70 series 2 mains
    CS2 center
    M40 surround
    M30 front height
    SVS PB 12 NSD

    Carver TFM-45 (mains)
    Carver A753x (center, surround)

    320GB PS3, 42" Panasonic G10,

    M60's as a Zone 2 off of the Pioneer in the living room

    R.I.P. Onkyo TX-NR807
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  • danz1906
    danz1906 Posts: 5,144
    edited March 2010
    ibewbrother wrote: »

    PS... If the PB12-NSD is "entry level", I can't imagine what the PB13-Ultra would sound like.

    Congrats on your SVS Sub-Enjoy!
    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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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited March 2010
    congrats on your new sub.

    that is the first thing everyone always says... i can't believe how big this sub is.. ha ha ha :)

    *good choice on choosing the Pacific for your first demo.. I would have done the same thing.
    PolkFest 2012, who's going>?
    Vancouver, Canada Sept 30th, 2012 - Madonna concert :cheesygrin:
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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited March 2010
    the PB-13 ultra will turn your brain and guts to jelly.. :eek: :p
    PolkFest 2012, who's going>?
    Vancouver, Canada Sept 30th, 2012 - Madonna concert :cheesygrin:
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  • Conradicles
    Conradicles Posts: 6,081
    edited March 2010
    Nice sub and I love the fact they are manufactured in Ohio. Enjoy that bad boy.
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  • blockatvalpo
    blockatvalpo Posts: 87
    edited March 2010
    I received my SVS cylinder subwoofer last month and like you, I love it. I'm trying to talk the wife into letting me get a second one. I looked at the Epik subwoofer as well and I couldn't justify the price and space.
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  • Radridd
    Radridd Posts: 43
    edited March 2010
    ibewbrother wrote: »
    PS... If the PB12-NSD is "entry level", I can't imagine what the PB13-Ultra would sound like.

    I feel the same about mine but would like to experience the Ultra someday!
    Sony KDL-46XBR6, Onkyo 886, Emotiva XPA-5, Oppo BDP-83, HR22 HD-DVR, Polk RTi A9s, PolK CSi A6, Polk RTi A3s, SVS PB12-NSD, Monster HTS2500 Reference PowerCenter, Logitech Harmony 1.
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  • Radridd
    Radridd Posts: 43
    edited March 2010
    If you want to make it better still? Place it on one of these. Well worth the cost. http://www.auralex.com/sound_isolation_gramma/sound_isolation_gramma.asp

    The gramma is a perfect fit. The NSD will appear to be floating.
    Sony KDL-46XBR6, Onkyo 886, Emotiva XPA-5, Oppo BDP-83, HR22 HD-DVR, Polk RTi A9s, PolK CSi A6, Polk RTi A3s, SVS PB12-NSD, Monster HTS2500 Reference PowerCenter, Logitech Harmony 1.
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  • bruss
    bruss Posts: 1,039
    edited March 2010
    congrats and enjoy.. SVS customer service is up there with the best
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  • BAD ASP
    BAD ASP Posts: 361
    edited March 2010
    I started with a Polk, went to a Klipsch then to a big Velodyne and finally the SVS. I still have the Velodyne but the SVS is what is in my HT. Go SVS....
    Home Theater
    Amp: sunfire cinema grand signature 5ch 425 wpc
    Side surround amp: Sunfire 2 X 300
    Processor: sunfire theater grand V
    Fronts:: polk sda-srs 1.2
    Rears: Polk LSiFX
    Side surrounds: Fxi5
    Center: (2)polk LSiC's
    Sub: svs pb-13 rosenut
    Hd-Dvd: toshiba xa-2
    Blue Ray: oppo bdp83se
    Projector: sony vw60
    Screen: Da-Lite 106"
    APC S20 Power conditioner
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  • kuntasensei
    kuntasensei Posts: 3,263
    edited March 2010
    BAD ASP wrote: »
    I started with a Polk, went to a Klipsch then to a big Velodyne and finally the SVS. I still have the Velodyne but the SVS is what is in my HT. Go SVS....

    Yeah, I went straight from Polk to my SVS. It has given me many years of HT happiness. :p
    Equipment list:
    Onkyo TX-NR3010 9.2 AVR
    Emotiva XPA-3 amp
    Polk RTi70 mains, CSi40 center, RTi38 surrounds, RTi28 rears and heights
    SVS 20-39CS+ subwoofer powered by Crown XLS1500
    Oppo BDP-93 Blu-ray player
    DarbeeVision DVP5000 video processor
    Epson 8500UB 1080p projector
    Elite Screens Sable 120" CineWhite screen
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited March 2010
    I went straight to SVS. Never even heard of the company until I joined this site. Bought one, and was floored. Later on heard adding another would be the shizzle so I did. Also added a Velo SMS-1 at the same time. WOW.
    Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!

    Home Theater Pics in the Showcase :cool:

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=73580
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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited March 2010
    Sherardp wrote: »
    I went straight to SVS. Never even heard of the company until I joined this site. Bought one, and was floored. Later on heard adding another would be the shizzle so I did. Also added a Velo SMS-1 at the same time. WOW.

    bass-head :p
    PolkFest 2012, who's going>?
    Vancouver, Canada Sept 30th, 2012 - Madonna concert :cheesygrin:
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited March 2010
    danger boy wrote: »
    bass-head :p

    All thanks to you guys bro.
    Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!

    Home Theater Pics in the Showcase :cool:

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=73580
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  • ibewbrother
    ibewbrother Posts: 186
    edited March 2010
    Radridd wrote: »
    If you want to make it better still? Place it on one of these. Well worth the cost. http://www.auralex.com/sound_isolation_gramma/sound_isolation_gramma.asp


    Well....

    since this site turned me on to SVS, which is arguably my best purchase overall (the 807 is up there, too), another $50 or so is no biggie. It is getting tiresome straightening all of the pictures, and picking things up from the floor after some "quality time" with the SVS.

    I forget who actually mentioned SVS in their reply to me, but I can't thank them enough.


    ....Brother
    "Making life enjoyable through expensive electronics." BillD

    Pioneer Elite SC-57
    M70 series 2 mains
    CS2 center
    M40 surround
    M30 front height
    SVS PB 12 NSD

    Carver TFM-45 (mains)
    Carver A753x (center, surround)

    320GB PS3, 42" Panasonic G10,

    M60's as a Zone 2 off of the Pioneer in the living room

    R.I.P. Onkyo TX-NR807
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  • Menasor
    Menasor Posts: 283
    edited March 2010
    Congrats!! Go SVS! :)

    Fronts: Energy RC-70
    Center: Energy RC-LCR
    Surrounds: Energy Veritas 1.0CM
    Subwoofer: SVS PC12-NSD
    Receiver: Onkyo TX-SR705
    Amplifier: Denon POA-2200 w/ Ben's ICs


    Pics of my setup (click me)
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  • mikedup2003
    mikedup2003 Posts: 42
    edited March 2010
    I was going to buy the nsd but I ended up not loosing much money in vegas. So I picked up the ULTRA :D, hope to be here by mid-week!
    Polk monitor 70's- front
    Polk cs2- center
    Polk monitor 30's- surround
    SVS PB-13 ULTRA- SUB :D
    Pioneer ELITE vsx-21- AV reciever
    Pannisonic G10 50" - Display
    PS3- Does everything :)
    Monoprice for all my wires
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  • Radridd
    Radridd Posts: 43
    edited March 2010
    Now thats luck!
    Sony KDL-46XBR6, Onkyo 886, Emotiva XPA-5, Oppo BDP-83, HR22 HD-DVR, Polk RTi A9s, PolK CSi A6, Polk RTi A3s, SVS PB12-NSD, Monster HTS2500 Reference PowerCenter, Logitech Harmony 1.
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  • mikedup2003
    mikedup2003 Posts: 42
    edited March 2010
    Yup better then a jackpot imo
    Polk monitor 70's- front
    Polk cs2- center
    Polk monitor 30's- surround
    SVS PB-13 ULTRA- SUB :D
    Pioneer ELITE vsx-21- AV reciever
    Pannisonic G10 50" - Display
    PS3- Does everything :)
    Monoprice for all my wires
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  • ugapug
    ugapug Posts: 6
    edited March 2010
    Today, I was playing Battlefield: Bad Company 2. My uncle came over and said the bass impact was so realistic (from my PB12-Plus/2) when I was firing that it was like a real heavy machine gun was in the room. I love my SVS.
    My Rig:
    Onkyo TX-SR806
    Front: Polk RTi8
    Center: Polk CSi5
    Surrounds: Polk RTi4
    Sub: SVS PB12-Plus/2
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  • ikolbyi
    ikolbyi Posts: 77
    edited April 2010
    I have experience with these subs:
    * Celestion
    * Polk (PSW & DSW)
    * Sonic

    The dirty breakdown:
    * The Polk PSW350 and the Celestion (model escapes me, but skinny and tall) where comparable units. Goods subs for the price

    * The Sonic was a beast (loud) but didn't seem to have a very clean sound to it.

    * Polk DSW Micro-pro 1000 is not as loud as the Sonic but very close to it and an order of magnitude louder than the PSW350 and Celestion I owned, and it had the cleanest sound out of the 4 described here.

    I have only heard good reviews about SVS, so I will take everyone's word on that one. I'm curious how they stack up against what I'm familiar with? Opinions anyone?
    Zone 1
    (5.1 Setup)
    -- VM 20 (L/R)
    -- RM 8 Center (center)
    -- VM 10 (S.L/R)
    -- DSW microPRO 1000 (LFE)
    Zone 2
    -- Atrium 45
    Denon AVR-2809
    (7.1 Setup)
    -- RM 6600 (L/R + center + S.L/R)
    -- RM 7 (SB.L/R)
    -- PSW 350 (LFE)
    Denon AVR-1909
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  • polkfarmboy
    polkfarmboy Posts: 5,703
    edited April 2010
    I want one now !!!!!!!!
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  • mikedup2003
    mikedup2003 Posts: 42
    edited April 2010
    i'll post a review with pics as soon as my ULTRA get here.
    Polk monitor 70's- front
    Polk cs2- center
    Polk monitor 30's- surround
    SVS PB-13 ULTRA- SUB :D
    Pioneer ELITE vsx-21- AV reciever
    Pannisonic G10 50" - Display
    PS3- Does everything :)
    Monoprice for all my wires
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited April 2010
    They are awesome, so awesome I maybe adding another one to my HT. I'm considering adding a PB 12 plus to my dual PB12/plus 2s. Imagine 5 12" woofers moving some serious air.
    Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!

    Home Theater Pics in the Showcase :cool:

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=73580
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  • ajcllc
    ajcllc Posts: 138
    edited April 2010
    My PB12/plus 2 is a keeper. I got it almost five years ago and am totally satisfied!
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