PB-3000 R|Evolution is a Ported type Powered Subwoofer by SVS with a frequency range of 16-235 Hz. It was released in 2025. It features 1 x 13" Aluminum Woofer, and powered by a Sledge STA-1200D2 Class D 1200 watts amplifier.
A 13 inch driver with a flat-edge split-wind voice coil on a 1,200 watt RMS STA-1200D2 amplifier. Rated 16-235 Hz ported and 17-270 Hz with the ports plugged.
PB-3000 R|Evolution is a member of SVS's PB series of Powered subwoofers. PB stands for "Ported Box" and represents the ported subwoofers of SVS which are generally larger compared to its sealed subwoofers, and produce greater dynamic output and play lower. Below you can see the main specs of these subwoofers as well as review and comparison links.
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Frequency Response
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SVS PB-3000 R|Evolution has a Frequency response range of 16-235 Hz at ±3dB. Thanks to its 1 x 13-inch driver and 1200 watts RMS (4000 watts MAX) amplifier, at 16Hz the PB-3000 R|Evolution can generate bass levels that is even below 20Hz which is considered to be the bottom limit of Full Range sound (20Hz -20kHz) that human can hear.
Here we have a comparison of how PB-3000 R|Evolution's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Powered Subwoofers
High Frequency
Subwoofer Speakers
Among all subwoofers in our database with a max MSRP price of 2000$, these are the 5 Powered Subwoofer models that can reach deeper bass levels than the SVS PB-3000 R|Evolution's 16Hz:
Low-Pass CrossoverSVS PB-3000 R|Evolution has a variable Low-pass filter (LFP) which lets you choose a frequency level between 30-200 Hz in order to block any frequencies above that point from reaching the amplifier.
Inputs and Outputs
- PreampLevel Inputs: Stereo RCA/LFE
SVS PB-3000 R|Evolution External Dimensions and Weight
SVS PB-3000 R|Evolution has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 21-7/8 x 18-5/16 x 24-11/16inch (556.0 x 465.0 x 627.0mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of SVS PB-3000 R|Evolution is approximately 2915.6cm2 / 451.9inch2.
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Weight
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Cabinet type and Materials
SVS PB-3000 R|Evolution has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. Ported subwoofers are generally accepted to be more suitable for home theatre systems whereas the sealed designs are preferred for music oriented systems.
Port Position
SVS PB-3000 R|Evolution is a front-firing port speaker, which gives you more flexibility compared to rear firing speakers when you need to place it close against a wall or other surfaces.
Does the SVS PB-3000 R|Evolution come with a Grille?
PB-3000 R|Evolution comes with grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible.
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the SVS PB-3000 R|Evolution.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the SVS PB-3000 R|Evolution speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for SVS PB-3000 R|Evolution
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.
| General |
| Brand | SVS |
| Full Model Name | SVS PB-3000 R|Evolution |
| Type | Powered Subwoofer |
| Release Date | 2025 |
| Frequency Response | 16-235 Hz |
| Enclosure Type | Ported |
| Enclosure | Bass Reflex |
| Firing Direction | Front |
| Port Position | front |
Amplifier & Driver |
| Power (RMS) | 1200 watts |
| Power (Peak) | 4000 watts |
| Amplifier Type | Sledge STA-1200D2 Class D |
| Woofer | 13-inch Aluminum |
| Controls & Connections |
| Low-pass Crossover | 30-200 Hz |
| Phase Control | Yes |
| Line-level Inputs | Stereo RCA/LFE |
Physical |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 21-7/8" x 18-5/16" x 24-11/16" (556.0 x 465.0 x 627.0mm) |
| Weight | — |
| Grille | Yes |
| Parts Warranty | 5 Years |
| Labor Warranty | 5 Years |