In this review, we will be comparing PC-2000 and Varro PS500-BK, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from SVS and ELAC. 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 and ELAC Varro PS500-BK 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.
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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 SVS PC-2000and ELAC Varro PS500-BK have a single woofer setup however the SVS PC-2000's woofer is 12-inch whereas the ELAC Varro PS500-BK features a 15-inch woofer.
Frequency Response
PC-2000 has a frequency range of 16-260 Hz whereas Varro PS500-BK has a frequency range of 20-150 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 16Hz, the PC-2000 can go slightly deeper then the Varro PS500-BK's min frequency of 20Hz.
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 SVS PC-2000 and ELAC Varro PS500-BK 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's and ELAC Varro PS500-BK's external dimensions. 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) whereas ELAC Varro PS500-BK has external dimensions of 482.0 x 461.0 x 461.0mm (18-15/16inch x 18-1/8inch x 18-1/8inch).
SVS PC-2000 is 39mm narrower and 39mm less deeper than ELAC Varro PS500-BK but it is also 390mm taller.
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 is approximately 1780.8cm2 / 276.0inch2 and base area of the ELAC Varro PS500-BK is approximately 2125.2cm2 / 329.4inch2. The PC-2000 requires 16% less surface area than the Varro PS500-BK 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 SVS PC-2000 weighs 22.70kg / 49.9lbs and the ELAC Varro PS500-BK weighs 25.95kg / 57.1lbs. This makes the Varro PS500-BK 14% heavier than the PC-2000.
Here is a comparison of how PC-2000 and Varro PS500-BK's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
Weight
All Subwoofer Speakers
 Low Frequency Response |
16 Hz
vs
20 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
260k Hz
vs
150k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Base Surface Area |
1780cm2
vs
2125cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
750USD
vs
999USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| Woofer Size |
15 inches
vs
12 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 App-Based Control |
iOS,Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
 Height |
482mm
vs
872mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
| General |
SVS PC-2000 |
ELAC Varro PS500-BK |
| Brand |
SVS |
ELAC |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
500 watts |
500 watts |
| Frequency Response |
16-260 Hz |
20-150 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
500-watt RMS |
500-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
1100-watt RMS |
1000-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
12" |
15" |
| Woofer Composition |
Aluminum |
Treated paper |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
bottom |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
872.0mm (34.3") |
482.0mm (19") |
| Width |
422.0mm (16.6") |
461.0mm (18.1") |
| Depth |
422.0mm (16.6") |
461.0mm (18.1") |
| Weight |
22.70kg (49.9lbs) |
25.95kg (57.1lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
n/a |
MDF |
| Available Colors |
n/a |
Black |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| USB Port |
n/a |
USB-A port for firmware updates |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
1 year |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
1 year |