In this review, we will be comparing SB-1000 Pro and Sub 3, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from SVS and Dynaudio. 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 SB-1000 Pro and Dynaudio Sub 3 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 SB-1000 Pro and Dynaudio Sub 3 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 SB-1000 Proand Dynaudio Sub 3 have a single woofer setup however the SVS SB-1000 Pro's woofer is 12-inch whereas the Dynaudio Sub 3 features a 9.5-inch woofer.
Frequency Response
SB-1000 Pro has a frequency range of 20-270 Hz whereas Sub 3 has a frequency range of 22-175 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 20Hz, the SB-1000 Pro can go slightly deeper then the Sub 3's min frequency of 22Hz.
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 SB-1000 Pro and Dynaudio Sub 3 have Acoustic Suspension type cabinets. 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.
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 SB-1000 Pro's and Dynaudio Sub 3's external dimensions. SVS SB-1000 Pro has external dimensions of 343.0 x 331.0 x 402.0mm ( 13-1/2inch x 13inch x 15-13/16inch ) whereas Dynaudio Sub 3 has external dimensions of 277.0 x 269.0 x 366.0mm ( 10-7/8 x 10-9/16 x 14-3/8inch) .
SVS SB-1000 Pro is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 62mm wider, 66mm taller and 36mm deeper than Dynaudio Sub 3.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of SVS SB-1000 Pro and Dynaudio Sub 3 in scale.
Comparison image of SVS SB-1000 Pro and Dynaudio Sub 3 Size and External Dimensions
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 SB-1000 Pro is approximately 1330.6cm2 / 206.2inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Sub 3 is approximately 984.5cm2 / 152.6inch2. The SB-1000 Pro requires 35% more surface area than the Sub 3 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 SB-1000 Pro weighs 11.82kg / 26lbs and the Dynaudio Sub 3 weighs 10.50kg / 23.1lbs. This makes the SB-1000 Pro 13% heavier than the Sub 3.
Here is a comparison of how SB-1000 Pro and Sub 3'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 SB-1000 Pro?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of SB-1000 Pro:
Powered subwooferGrille6-feet AC power cordQuick Start GuideBrochureSVS Support Information
What's in the Box of Dynaudio Sub 3?
Here are the items that come with the Sub 3:
Powered subwooferGrille6-feet AC power cordOwners ManualQuick Start GuideWarranty Extension Card
 Woofer Size |
12 inches
vs
9.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
20 Hz
vs
22 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
270k Hz
vs
175k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 App-Based Control |
iOS,Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
 Wireless Operation |
Optional
vs
No
|
Connect your subwoofer to your system wireless |
 Height |
277mm
vs
343mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
984cm2 (269x366mm)
vs
1330cm2 (331x402mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
| General |
SVS SB-1000 Pro |
Dynaudio Sub 3 |
| Brand |
SVS |
Dynaudio |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
325 watts |
300 watts |
| Frequency Response |
20-270 Hz |
22-175 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
325-watt RMS |
300-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
820-watt RMS |
n/a |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
12" |
9.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Fiber-composite |
Magnesium Silicate Polymer |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
n/a |
50-150Hz and 60Hz/80Hz/FlatHz |
| Firing Direction |
front |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
343.0mm (13.5") |
277.0mm (10.9") |
| Width |
331.0mm (13") |
269.0mm (10.6") |
| Depth |
402.0mm (15.8") |
366.0mm (14.4") |
| Weight |
11.82kg (26lbs) |
10.50kg (23.1lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Acoustic Suspension |
Acoustic Suspension |
| Available Colors |
Black,White |
n/a |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
3 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
3 Years |