Short answer: the Emotiva X-Ref 12 ranks #91 of 137 subwoofers at $999; the SVS 3000 Micro ranks #12 at $999. Close enough in price that the ranking gap is the deciding factor.
The case for the Emotiva X-Ref 12: 600W sealed 12-inch with smooth linear response and 2-band parametric EQ.
Buy the Emotiva X-Ref 12 if the price matters more than the ranking. Buy the SVS 3000 Micro if the ranking matters more than the price.
Specifications Side By Side
| Emotiva X-Ref 12 | SVS 3000 Micro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $999 | $999.00 |
| Ranked | #91 of 137 in Medium Powered Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) | #12 of 42 in Small Powered Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) |
| Enclosure | sealed | sealed |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 84.0 dB | 84.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 92.5 dB | 86.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 102.1 dB | 92.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 106.5 dB | 97.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 110.6 dB | 104.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 111.5 dB | 111.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 110.7 dB | 116.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 109.3 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 108.1 dB | - |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 109.8 dB | 107.5 dB |
| Dimensions | 15.62"H x 14.62"W x 15.5"D (396.7 x 371.3 x 393.7 mm) | 10.9"H x 11.7"W x 10.7"D (276.9 x 297.2 x 271.8 mm) |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics | Brent Butterworth |
| Weight | 44.1 lbs / 20.0 kg | 22.5 lbs / 10.2 kg |
| Power Output (Watts) | 600W RMS | - |
| Frequency Response | 20-200Hz | - |
| Drivers | 12" (305mm) driver | 2x 8" (203mm) driver |
| Cabinet Color | - | black, white |
The Two Speakers In Full
Emotiva X-Ref 12: $999
Pros: 600W sealed 12-inch with smooth linear response and 2-band parametric EQ. Most dynamic subwoofer in sub-$800 market with perfect bass quality. Upscale features (DSP, EQ, LCD screen) at mid-range price.
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 109.8 dB |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 15.62"H x 14.62"W x 15.5"D (396.7 x 371.3 x 393.7 mm) |
| Drivers | 12" (305mm) driver |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| Frequency Response | 20-200Hz |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 84.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 92.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 102.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 106.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 110.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 111.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 110.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 109.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 108.1 dB |
| Power Output (Watts) | 600W RMS |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 44.1 lbs / 20.0 kg |
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SVS 3000 Micro: $999.00 Amazon
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 107.5 dB |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Color | black, white |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 10.9"H x 11.7"W x 10.7"D (276.9 x 297.2 x 271.8 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 8" (203mm) driver |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 84.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 86.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 92.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 97.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 104.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 111.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 116.1 dB |
| Warranty | 5 |
| Weight | 22.5 lbs / 10.2 kg |
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