In this review, we will be comparing PC-2000 and PC-4000, 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 and SVS PC-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 PC-2000 and SVS PC-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.Both SVS PC-2000and SVS PC-4000 have a single woofer setup however the SVS PC-2000's woofer is 12-inch whereas the SVS PC-4000 features a 13.5-inch woofer.
Frequency Response
PC-2000 has a frequency range of 16-260 Hz whereas PC-4000 has a frequency range of 17-200 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 16Hz, the PC-2000 can go slightly deeper then the PC-4000's min frequency of 17Hz.
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 and SVS PC-4000 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
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 PC-2000's and SVS PC-4000'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 SVS PC-4000 has external dimensions of 1194.0 x 423.0 x 423.0mm ( 47 x 16-5/8 x 16-5/8inch) .
SVS PC-4000 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 1mm wider, 322mm taller and 1mm deeper than SVS PC-2000.
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 SVS PC-4000 is approximately 1789.3cm2 / 277.3inch2. The PC-2000 requires 0% less surface area than the PC-4000 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 SVS PC-4000 weighs 42.00kg / 92.4lbs. This makes the PC-4000 85% heavier than the PC-2000.
Here is a comparison of how PC-2000 and PC-4000's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
Weight
All Subwoofer Speakers
 Low Frequency Response |
16 Hz
vs
17 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
260k Hz
vs
200k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Height |
872mm
vs
1194mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
1780cm2
vs
1789cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
750USD
vs
2200USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| Woofer Size |
13.5 inches
vs
12 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 App-Based Control |
iOS,Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
| General |
SVS PC-2000 |
SVS PC-4000 |
| Brand |
SVS |
SVS |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
500 watts |
1200 watts |
| Frequency Response |
16-260 Hz |
17-200 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
500-watt RMS |
1200-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
1100-watt RMS |
n/a |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
12" |
13.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Aluminum |
Composite/Glass Fiber |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
bottom |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
872.0mm (34.3") |
1194.0mm (47") |
| Width |
422.0mm (16.6") |
423.0mm (16.7") |
| Depth |
422.0mm (16.6") |
423.0mm (16.7") |
| Weight |
22.70kg (49.9lbs) |
42.00kg (92.4lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |