In this review, we will be comparing SVS 3000 Micro and SuperCube 4000, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from SVS and Definitive Technology. 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 SVS 3000 Micro and DT SuperCube 4000 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the SVS 3000 Micro and DT SuperCube 4000 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.SVS 3000 Micro and DT SuperCube 4000 have a totally different setup: the SVS 3000 Micro features 2 x 8-inch drivers whereas the SuperCube 4000 features 1 x 8-inch drivers.
Frequency Response
SVS 3000 Micro has a frequency range of 23-240 Hz whereas SuperCube 4000 has a frequency range of 16-200 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 16Hz, the SuperCube 4000 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the SVS 3000 Micro's min frequency of 23Hz.
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
The SVS 3000 Micro has a Acoustic Suspension type cabinet. 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. On the other hand the DT SuperCube 4000 have Passive Radiator type enclosure. Passive Radiator type subwoofers sports a non-powered cone that moves in response to the main woofer to move air out in order to generate stronger bass in a smaller body compared to ported or sealed 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 SVS 3000 Micro's and DT SuperCube 4000's external dimensions. SVS 3000 Micro has external dimensions of 277.0 x 297.0 x 310.0mm ( 10-7/8inch x 11-11/16inch x 12-3/16inch ) whereas DT SuperCube 4000 has external dimensions of 302.0 x 281.0 x 318.0mm ( 11-7/8 x 11-1/16 x 12-1/2inch) .
SVS 3000 Micro is 25mm shorter and 8mm less deeper than DT SuperCube 4000 but it is also 16mm wider.
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 SVS 3000 Micro is approximately 920.7cm2 / 142.7inch2 and base area of the DT SuperCube 4000 is approximately 893.6cm2 / 138.5inch2. The SVS 3000 Micro requires 3% more surface area than the SuperCube 4000 which gives it a small disadvantage 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 SVS 3000 Micro weighs 10.23kg / 22.5lbs and the DT SuperCube 4000 weighs 11.36kg / 25lbs. This makes the SuperCube 4000 11% heavier than the SVS 3000 Micro.
Here is a comparison of how SVS 3000 Micro and SuperCube 4000's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
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What's in the Box of SVS 3000 Micro?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of SVS 3000 Micro:
Powered subwoofer6-feet AC power cordQuick Start GuideSVS Brochure
What's in the Box of DT SuperCube 4000?
Here are the items that come with the SuperCube 4000:
8-inch Powered subwoofer7-feet AC power cordRemote control (CR2025 battery installed)4 Threaded rubber-feet4 Spike feet (hex-nut attached)Owners ManualSC4000 Booklet
 Number of Woofers |
2
vs
1
|
More woofers |
 High Frequency Response |
240k Hz
vs
200k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 App-Based Control |
iOS,Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
 Height |
277mm
vs
302mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Wireless Operation |
Optional
vs
No
|
Connect your subwoofer to your system wireless |
| Low Frequency Response |
16 Hz
vs
23 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Base Surface Area |
893cm2
vs
920cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
| General |
SVS 3000 Micro |
Definitive Technology SuperCube 4000 |
| Brand |
SVS |
Definitive Technology |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
800 watts |
1200 watts |
| Frequency Response |
23-240 Hz |
16-200 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
800-watt RMS |
1200-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
2500-watt RMS |
n/a |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
8" |
8" |
| Woofer Composition |
Aluminum |
Not given |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
n/a |
40-150 Hz and 40-150 Hz |
| Firing Direction |
side |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
277.0mm (10.9") |
302.0mm (11.9") |
| Width |
297.0mm (11.7") |
281.0mm (11.1") |
| Depth |
310.0mm (12.2") |
318.0mm (12.5") |
| Weight |
10.23kg (22.5lbs) |
11.36kg (25lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Acoustic Suspension |
Passive Radiator |
| Available Colors |
Black |
n/a |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
3 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
3 Years |