Short answer: the Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V, if you are buying new. The SVS PB16-Ultra measures as well as it (#62 vs #64 of 143 subwoofers, 4.2/5 vs 4.2/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V is still sold new at $3,100. The SVS PB16-Ultra’s replacement, the SVS PB17-Ultra R-Evolution, is rated 4.1/5 at $2,999.
What the SVS PB16-Ultra does well: A 16 inch ported subwoofer with very strong output down to the lowest notes, great for big home theaters. Watch for: The 635.0H x 551.2W x 718.8D mm cabinet and 174.6 lbs (79.2 kg) mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment.
Why pick the Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V: A ported subwoofer with two 13.8 inch drivers and deep, powerful bass for large rooms, with balanced and RCA inputs. The catch: The 699.8H x 499.9W x 608.8D mm cabinet and 132.5 lbs (60.1 kg) mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment.
Buy the Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V if you want one new; the SVS PB16-Ultra is discontinued, so only look for it used.
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Specifications Side By Side
| SVS PB16-Ultra | Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,900 Discontinued | $3,100 |
| Ranked | #62 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) | #64 of 143 in Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | ported, rear |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 103.0 dB | 108.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 116.8 dB | 108.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 119.9 dB | 112.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 122.5 dB | 115.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 123.3 dB | 119.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 122.4 dB | 121.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 120.7 dB | 122.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 118.6 dB | 121.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 116.9 dB | 120.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 115.8 dB | 119.6 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 121.2 dB | 121.0 dB |
| Dimensions | 25”H x 21.7”W x 28.3”D (635.0 x 551.2 x 718.8 mm) | 27.6”H x 19.7”W x 24”D (699.8 x 499.9 x 608.8 mm) |
| Weight | 174.6 lbs (79.2 kg) | 132.5 lbs (60.1 kg) |
| Warranty | 5 | 10/5 |
| Cabinet Color | black | black, white |
| Country | United States | Norway |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics | Audioholics |
| Drivers | 16” (406mm) driver with ported design | 2x 13.8” (351mm) driver |
| Inputs | XLR (balanced), RCA (LFE/stereo) | XLR (balanced), RCA |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Output SPL at 10 Hz | - | 90.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 12.5 Hz | - | 104.9 dB |
Where the Ratings Come From
- SVS PB16-Ultra: manufacturer specifications and listening comparisons; no independent measurement has been published yet.
- Arendal 1723 Subwoofer 2V: manufacturer specifications and listening comparisons; no independent measurement has been published yet.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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