Short answer: the HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP, if you are buying new. The SVS PB-3000 measures as well as it (#58 vs #59 of 143 subwoofers, 4.2/5 vs 4.2/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP is still sold new at $1,049. The SVS PB-3000’s replacement, the SVS PB-3000 R|Evolution, is rated 4.2/5 at $1,799.
Why pick the HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP: A 15 inch ported subwoofer with excellent output for the money, a strong value pick for movies and music. Watch for: Ported design requires careful room placement, mid-size 86 lbs (39 kg) cabinet, and mid-range output.
What the SVS PB-3000 does well: A 13 inch ported subwoofer with deep, strong bass for movies in a large room, in a manageable size. The catch: The 556.3H x 464.8W x 596.9D mm cabinet and 82.2 lbs (37.3 kg) mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment.
Buy the HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP if you want one new; the SVS PB-3000 is discontinued, so only look for it used.
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A 15 inch ported subwoofer with excellent output for the money, a strong value pick for movies and music.
A 13 inch ported subwoofer with deep, strong bass for movies in a large room, in a manageable size.
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Specifications Side By Side
| HSU Research VTF-3 MK5 HP | SVS PB-3000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,049.00 | $1,399.99 Discontinued |
| Ranked | #59 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) | #58 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | ported, front |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 100.8 dB | 99.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 108.2 dB | 111.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 113.4 dB | 116.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 118.2 dB | 117.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 121.9 dB | 121.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 122.3 dB | 122.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 121.1 dB | 121.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 120.4 dB | 120.8 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 121.4 dB | 121.5 dB |
| Dimensions | 25”H x 17.2”W x 24”D (635.0 x 438.1 x 609.6 mm) | 21.9”H x 18.3”W x 23.5”D (556.3 x 464.8 x 596.9 mm) |
| Weight | 85.1 lbs (38.6 kg) | 82.2 lbs (37.3 kg) |
| Warranty | 7/2(+3) | 5 |
| Cabinet Color | black | black |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Measurement Source | Manufacturer | Audioholics |
| Drivers | 15” (381mm) driver | 13” (330mm) driver |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | - | 85.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | - | 121.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | - | 121.0 dB |
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