In this review, we will be comparing PC13-Ultra 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 PC13-Ultra 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 PC13-Ultra 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.SVS PC13-Ultraand SVS PC-4000 have the same driver set up: Both subwoofers have 1 x 13.5" drivers.
Frequency Response
PC13-Ultra has a frequency range of 15-200 Hz whereas PC-4000 has a frequency range of 17-200 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 15Hz, the PC13-Ultra 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 PC13-Ultra 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 PC13-Ultra's and SVS PC-4000's external dimensions. SVS PC13-Ultra has external dimensions of 1194.0 x 422.0 x 422.0mm ( 47 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 PC13-Ultra is 1mm narrower and 1mm less deeper than SVS PC13-Ultra but they have the same height of 1194.0mm.
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 PC13-Ultra is approximately 1780.8cm2 / 276.0inch2 and base area of the SVS PC-4000 is approximately 1789.3cm2 / 277.3inch2. The PC13-Ultra 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 PC13-Ultra weighs 40.80kg / 89.8lbs and the SVS PC-4000 weighs 42.00kg / 92.4lbs. This makes the PC-4000 3% heavier than the PC13-Ultra.
Here is a comparison of how PC13-Ultra and PC-4000's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
Weight
All Subwoofer Speakers
 Low Frequency Response |
15 Hz
vs
17 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Base Surface Area |
1780cm2
vs
1789cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
1700USD
vs
2200USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 App-Based Control |
iOS,Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
| General |
SVS PC13-Ultra |
SVS PC-4000 |
| Brand |
SVS |
SVS |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
1000 watts |
1200 watts |
| Frequency Response |
15-200 Hz |
17-200 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
1000-watt RMS |
1200-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
3600-watt RMS |
n/a |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
13.5" |
13.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Fiberglass composite |
Composite/Glass Fiber |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
front |
bottom |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1194.0mm (47") |
1194.0mm (47") |
| Width |
422.0mm (16.6") |
423.0mm (16.7") |
| Depth |
422.0mm (16.6") |
423.0mm (16.7") |
| Weight |
40.80kg (89.8lbs) |
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 |