The SVS PB Ultra line on Speaker Ranking spans 3 generations and 3 models, from the SVS PB13-Ultra to the SVS PB17-Ultra R-Evolution. Ratings run from 4.1/5 to 4.2/5. Only one of them is still sold.
Each column below is one generation, oldest on the left. Each row follows one model into the model that replaced it; a long arrow means a model skipped a generation. Ratings are out of 5, and an estimated rating comes from measured models in the same family.
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Generation by generation
PB13-Ultra to PB16-Ultra
The SVS PB16-Ultra replaced the SVS PB13-Ultra. It rates higher, 4.2/5 against 4.1/5.
| Spec | PB13-Ultra | PB16-Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 13.5” (343mm) driver with ported design | 16” (406mm) driver with ported design |
| Weight | 155 lbs (70.3 kg) | 174.6 lbs (79.2 kg) |
PB16-Ultra to PB17-Ultra R-Evolution
The SVS PB17-Ultra R-Evolution replaced the SVS PB16-Ultra. It rates lower, 4.1/5 against 4.2/5.
| Spec | PB16-Ultra | PB17-Ultra R-Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 16” (406mm) driver with ported design | 17” driver, dual voice coil |
| Weight | 174.6 lbs (79.2 kg) | 166.9 lbs (75.7 kg) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many generations of the SVS PB Ultra are there?
Speaker Ranking covers 3 generations of the SVS PB Ultra, from the SVS PB13-Ultra to the SVS PB17-Ultra R-Evolution.
What replaced the SVS PB13-Ultra?
The SVS PB16-Ultra replaced the SVS PB13-Ultra. It is rated 4.2/5, against 4.1/5 for the SVS PB13-Ultra.
What replaced the SVS PB16-Ultra?
The SVS PB17-Ultra R-Evolution replaced the SVS PB16-Ultra. It is rated 4.1/5, against 4.2/5 for the SVS PB16-Ultra.