The SVS SB Ultra line on Speaker Ranking spans 3 generations and 3 models, from the SVS SB13-Ultra to the SVS SB17-Ultra R-Evolution. Every rated model scores 4.1/5. 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
SB13-Ultra to SB16-Ultra
The SVS SB16-Ultra replaced the SVS SB13-Ultra. Both rate 4.1/5.
| Spec | SB13-Ultra | SB16-Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 13.5” (343mm) driver | 16” (406mm) driver |
| Weight | 91.9 lbs (41.7 kg) | 121.9 lbs (55.3 kg) |
SB16-Ultra to SB17-Ultra R-Evolution
The SVS SB17-Ultra R-Evolution replaced the SVS SB16-Ultra. Both rate 4.1/5.
| Spec | SB16-Ultra | SB17-Ultra R-Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 16” (406mm) driver | 17” driver, dual 8” voice coils |
| Weight | 121.9 lbs (55.3 kg) | 124 lbs (56.25 kg) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many generations of the SVS SB Ultra are there?
Speaker Ranking covers 3 generations of the SVS SB Ultra, from the SVS SB13-Ultra to the SVS SB17-Ultra R-Evolution.
What replaced the SVS SB13-Ultra?
The SVS SB16-Ultra replaced the SVS SB13-Ultra. Both are rated 4.1/5.
What replaced the SVS SB16-Ultra?
The SVS SB17-Ultra R-Evolution replaced the SVS SB16-Ultra. Both are rated 4.1/5.