Short answer: the Revel F228Be, if you are buying new. The Revel F208 ranks higher than the SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle (#27 vs #125 of 188 floorstanding speakers) but is discontinued; its replacement, the Revel F228Be, is rated 4.5/5 at $11,000 and is still sold new.
The Revel F208 is the more accurate option. CEA2034 spinorama shows a fairly even on-axis response with sensitivity matching spec at ~87-88dB. Its measured preference score, a predictor of how neutral it sounds, is 6.35 against 4.91 for the SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle. The catch: Some directivity error and tweeter-response ripple right at the 2.2kHz crossover point.
The SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle is the deeper-bass option. Flagship three-way tower with a diamond-coated tweeter, dual midranges and four force-balanced 8-inch woofers. Its bass reaches about 41Hz before falling 3dB, against 47Hz for the Revel F208. The tradeoff: The 5.25-to-8-inch transitions and complex array do not produce class-leading smoothness: 0.184 on-axis, 0.226 predicted in-room and 3.64 directivity-index consistency.
Buy the Revel F228Be, the replacement for the discontinued Revel F208; it is rated higher for sound quality than the SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Revel F208 | SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4,800 per pair used, Discontinued | $2,499.00 per pair |
| Ranked | #27 of 188 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers | #125 of 188 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 24Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) | about 27.3Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 47Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) | 41.0Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner via spinorama.org) |
| Dimensions | 46.6”H x 13.5”W x 14.8”D (1183.6 x 342.9 x 375.9 mm) | 50.2H x 11.8W x 18.1D in |
| Impedance | 8 ohms nominal, 3.5 ohms minimum (measured, Audio Science Review) | 6 ohms nominal |
| Drivers | Dual 8” (20 cm) Aluminum Cone, Cast-frame Woofers, 5.25” (13.3 cm) Aluminum Cone, Cast-frame Midrange, 1” (2.5 cm) Aluminum Tweeter with Acoustic Lens Waveguide | 1” diamond-coated tweeter, dual 5.25” midranges, quad 8” woofers |
| Sensitivity | 88.2dB (measured by Audio Science Review; 88.5dB manufacturer specified) | 88dB |
| Weight | 79.4 lbs (36 kg) each | 96.8 lbs (43.9 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, front | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 6.35 | 4.91 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.67 | 6.13 |
| DIY Kit | No | No |
| Enclosure | - | 3-way passive, dual rear ports |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Revel F208: $4,800 per pair used Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the Revel F228Be, ranked lower, rated 4.5/5.
Same family: the Revel M105 (smaller bookshelf, rated 4.2/5), the Revel M106 (larger bookshelf, rated 4.6/5), the Revel F206 (smaller floorstanding, ranked lower, rated 4.5/5), the Revel Performa3 C205 (smaller center, rated 4.1/5) and the Revel Performa3 C208 (larger center, rated 4/5).
Pros: CEA2034 spinorama shows a fairly even on-axis response with sensitivity matching spec at ~87-88dB. Predicted in-room response is a smooth, textbook-quality downward slope that should translate well to most rooms without correction. Early reflections sum so cleanly with the direct sound that side-wall absorption isn’t recommended: it would work against the speaker’s naturally well-integrated off-axis behavior. Distortion stays below 0.5% from 100Hz up at 96dB/1m, with all distortion components falling below audible threshold above 200Hz. Very wide horizontal directivity of about ±75 degrees. Measured performance was judged very close to the flagship Revel Ultima2 Salon2, and Revel’s speakers (including this one) are developed using Harman’s double-blind listening test methodology. Preference score of 7.4 (7.7 with a subwoofer added). Measured bass extension of 47Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 88.2dB.
Cons: Some directivity error and tweeter-response ripple right at the 2.2kHz crossover point. A notable on-axis dip at about 4kHz, attributed to probable cabinet diffraction. Cumulative spectral decay (waterfall) shows an unexplained resonance around 4-5kHz that the reviewer couldn’t pin down a clear cause for. Vertical directivity shows narrowband interference nulls just above and below the tweeter axis (roughly 2-3kHz), typical of a non-coaxial tower with vertically separated drivers, so listening height matters more than it would with a coincident design. Minimum impedance dips to 3.4 ohms, calling for a robust, high-current amplifier. Distortion climbs substantially below about 80-100Hz (up to ~5% in the deep bass) when driven hard, an excursion-limited trade-off typical of towers at high output. Isolating the woofers alone shows their usable range ending around 500-700Hz at the crossover, with somewhat elevated (though still low in absolute terms) 2nd/3rd harmonic distortion in the 100-300Hz region. Discontinued.
Full Revel F208 review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 24Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 47Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 46.6”H x 13.5”W x 14.8”D (1183.6 x 342.9 x 375.9 mm) |
| Drivers | Dual 8” (20 cm) Aluminum Cone, Cast-frame Woofers, 5.25” (13.3 cm) Aluminum Cone, Cast-frame Midrange, 1” (2.5 cm) Aluminum Tweeter with Acoustic Lens Waveguide |
| Impedance | 8 ohms nominal, 3.5 ohms minimum (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Sensitivity | 88.2dB (measured by Audio Science Review; 88.5dB manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 6.35 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.67 |
| Weight | 79.4 lbs (36 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, front |
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SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle: $2,499.00 per pair Amazon SVS eBay
Same family: the SVS Ultra Evolution Nano (smaller bookshelf, estimated 3.9/5), the SVS Ultra Evolution Bookshelf (larger bookshelf, estimated 4/5), the SVS Ultra Evolution Tower (smaller floorstanding, ranked higher, estimated 4.1/5), the SVS Ultra Evolution Titan (smaller floorstanding, ranked higher, estimated 4.2/5) and the SVS Ultra Evolution Center (center, estimated 4.1/5).
Pros: Flagship three-way tower with a diamond-coated tweeter, dual midranges and four force-balanced 8-inch woofers. Erin measured exceptional 27Hz extension, broad roughly +/-75-degree horizontal coverage, an 88.1dB sensitivity and a 4.91 preference score even without a subwoofer. Measured bass extension of 41.0Hz (-3dB).
Cons: The 5.25-to-8-inch transitions and complex array do not produce class-leading smoothness: 0.184 on-axis, 0.226 predicted in-room and 3.64 directivity-index consistency. At 96.7 pounds each, these are difficult to position, and their Q of 1.25 indicates some bass emphasis. A dip in the upper midrange followed closely by a peak around 2 to 3kHz gives vocals a shouty, forward quality that toe-out alone does not resolve.
Full SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 27.3Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 41.0Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner via spinorama.org) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 50.2H x 11.8W x 18.1D in |
| Drivers | 1” diamond-coated tweeter, dual 5.25” midranges, quad 8” woofers |
| Enclosure | 3-way passive, dual rear ports |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal |
| Sensitivity | 88dB |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.91 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.13 |
| Weight | 96.8 lbs (43.9 kg) each |
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