In this review, we will be comparing PC-2000 Pro and PC-2000, two Powered Subwoofer speakers by 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 SVS PC-2000 Pro and SVS PC-2000 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.
The sections below take each area in turn: driver and amplifier, frequency response, physical size and connectivity.
Drivers
The efficiency of a subwoofer is directly proportional to the total radiating are squared hence the woofer quantity and diameter.SVS PC-2000 Proand SVS PC-2000 have the same driver set up: Both subwoofers have 1 x 12" drivers.
Frequency Response
PC-2000 Pro has a frequency range of 16-290 Hz whereas PC-2000 has a frequency range of 16-260 Hz.
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
Subwoofer Speakers
High Frequency
Subwoofer Speakers
Cabinet Type
Both SVS PC-2000 Pro and SVS PC-2000 have Bass Reflex type cabinets. Bass Reflex type subwoofers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Physical Specs
The size of a speaker can sometimes be 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 PC-2000 Pro's and SVS PC-2000's external dimensions. SVS PC-2000 Pro has external dimensions of 872.0 x 423.0 x 459.0mm (34-5/16 x 16-5/8 x 18-1/16inch) whereas SVS PC-2000 has external dimensions of 872.0 x 422.0 x 422.0mm (34-5/16 x 16-5/8 x 16-5/8inch).
Size, drawn to scale
Both speakers and both views share one scale, so everything here is directly comparable. Hover a box for its dimensions.
One scale for both, standing on the same surface and pushed back to the same wall, so the deeper one visibly sticks out further.
SVS PC-2000 Pro needs about 9% more floor or shelf area. SVS PC-2000 Pro is 37mm deeper, so it stands that much further out from the wall.
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 PC-2000 Pro is approximately 1941.6cm2 / 300.9inch2 and base area of the SVS PC-2000 is approximately 1780.8cm2 / 276.0inch2. The PC-2000 Pro requires 9% more surface area than the PC-2000 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 PC-2000 Pro weighs 21.55kg / 47.4lbs and the SVS PC-2000 weighs 22.70kg / 49.9lbs. This makes the PC-2000 5% heavier than the PC-2000 Pro.
Here is a comparison of how PC-2000 Pro and PC-2000's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
Weight
All Subwoofer Speakers
 High Frequency Response |
290 Hz
vs
260 Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Port Position |
Front
vs
Rear
|
Gives more flexibility placing close to walls |
 App-Based Control |
iOS,Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
 Base Surface Area |
1780cm2
vs
1941cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
750USD
vs
1100USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
Size, drawn to scale
Both subwoofers and both views share one scale, so everything here is directly comparable. Hover a box for its dimensions.
One scale for both, standing on the same floor and pushed back to the same wall, so the bigger one visibly takes more of the room.
SVS PC-2000 Pro needs about 9% more floor area. SVS PC-2000 Pro stands 37mm further into the room.
| General |
SVS PC-2000 Pro |
SVS PC-2000 |
| Brand |
SVS |
SVS |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
550 watts |
500 watts |
| Frequency Response |
16-290 Hz |
16-260 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
550-watt RMS |
500-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
1500-watt RMS |
1100-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
12" |
12" |
| Woofer Composition |
Aluminum |
Aluminum |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
front |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
872.0mm (34.3") |
872.0mm (34.3") |
| Width |
423.0mm (16.7") |
422.0mm (16.6") |
| Depth |
459.0mm (18.1") |
422.0mm (16.6") |
| Weight |
21.55kg (47.4lbs) |
22.70kg (49.9lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Grille |
n/a |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
Siblings in SVS's PC range - same design thinking, different size. It comes down to your room and your budget.
| Area | Better | Why |
|---|
| Bass depth | evenly matched | Effectively the same reach (16Hz vs 16Hz). |
| Amplifier power | evenly matched | Much the same amplifier (550W vs 500W RMS) - under 1dB apart. |
| Driver area | evenly matched | Near-identical radiating area (12" against 12"). |
| Enclosure | evenly matched | Both are ported designs, so they roll off in much the same way. |
| Price | B | SVS PC-2000 costs less - $750 against $1,100, about 32% less. |
A SVS PC-2000 Pro B SVS PC-2000
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, your system or how you will use them. Only specs published for both subwoofers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.
Which should you choose?
Neither runs away with it - they trade advantages. Let your room size and where the box can actually stand settle it.
One thing outweighs everything above: where the subwoofer stands. Room modes can add or remove 10dB or more at a given seat, which is far larger than any difference on this page. Before spending more, try the sub in two or three positions - the crawl test, where you put it in the listening seat and crawl the room to find where the bass sounds best, costs nothing and usually beats an upgrade.