In this review, we will be comparing SUB6 v2 and SB-1000 Pro, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from Kanto and SVS. Being Powered subwoofers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Kanto SUB6 v2 and SVS SB-1000 Pro first before getting into our more detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the Kanto SUB6 v2 and SVS SB-1000 Pro compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these subwoofers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
The efficiency of a subwoofer is directly proportional to the total radiating are squared hence the woofer quantity and diameter.Both Kanto SUB6 v2and SVS SB-1000 Pro have a single woofer setup however the Kanto SUB6 v2's woofer is 6-inch whereas the SVS SB-1000 Pro features a 12-inch woofer.
Frequency Response
SUB6 v2 has a frequency range of 40-175 Hz whereas SB-1000 Pro has a frequency range of 20-270 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 20Hz, the SB-1000 Pro can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the SUB6 v2's min frequency of 40Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Subwoofer class in our database.
Low Frequency
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High Frequency
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Cabinet Type
Both Kanto SUB6 v2 and SVS SB-1000 Pro have Acoustic Suspension type cabinets. Acoustic Suspension aka Sealed type subwoofers have enclosures that are sealed hence no ports or holes exists on the cabinet. Sealed designs helps to provide more accurate and tight bass responses compared to ported designs.
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Kanto SUB6 v2's and SVS SB-1000 Pro's external dimensions. Kanto SUB6 v2 has external dimensions of 241.0 x 220.0 x 220.0mm ( 9-1/2 x 8-11/16 x 8-11/16inch) whereas SVS SB-1000 Pro has external dimensions of 343.0 x 331.0 x 402.0mm ( 13-1/2inch x 13inch x 15-13/16inch ) .
SVS SB-1000 Pro is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 111mm wider, 102mm taller and 182mm deeper than Kanto SUB6 v2.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the Kanto SUB6 v2 is approximately 484.0cm2 / 75.0inch2 and base area of the SVS SB-1000 Pro is approximately 1330.6cm2 / 206.2inch2. The SUB6 v2 requires 64% less surface area than the SB-1000 Pro which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a subwoofer may become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often to find the optimal positioning, also known as 'Subwoofer Crawling'. The Kanto SUB6 v2 weighs 5.00kg / 11lbs and the SVS SB-1000 Pro weighs 11.82kg / 26lbs. This makes the SB-1000 Pro 136% heavier than the SUB6 v2.
Here is a comparison of how SUB6 v2 and SB-1000 Pro's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
Weight
All Subwoofer Speakers
 Height |
241mm
vs
343mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
484cm2
vs
1330cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
300USD
vs
600USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Woofer Size |
12 inches
vs
6 inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
20 Hz
vs
40 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
270k Hz
vs
175k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 App-Based Control |
iOS,Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
| General |
Kanto SUB6 v2 |
SVS SB-1000 Pro |
| Brand |
Kanto |
SVS |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
100 watts |
325 watts |
| Frequency Response |
40-175 Hz |
20-270 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
100-watt RMS |
325-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
200-watt RMS |
820-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
6" |
12" |
| Woofer Composition |
Paper |
Fiber-composite |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
Variable low pass |
n/a |
| Firing Direction |
n/a |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
241.0mm (9.5") |
343.0mm (13.5") |
| Width |
220.0mm (8.7") |
331.0mm (13") |
| Depth |
220.0mm (8.7") |
402.0mm (15.8") |
| Weight |
5.00kg (11lbs) |
11.82kg (26lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Acoustic Suspension |
Acoustic Suspension |
| Available Colors |
n/a |
Black,White |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
2 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
2 Years |
5 Years |