SVS SB-5000 R|Evolution 15-inch Sealed Cabinet Subwoofer

SVS SB-5000 R|Evolution 15-inch Sealed Subwoofer

The SVS SB-5000 R|Evolution is a sealed cabinet subwoofer designed for home theater and music systems. It aims to deliver accurate low-frequency reproduction, providing depth and impact to audio playback. This model integrates key SVS technologies for performance and user control.

Performance Specifications

The core of the SB-5000 R|Evolution features a 15-inch high-excursion driver powered by a dual monoblock amplifier rated at 2,000 watts RMS and over 5,000 watts peak power. The system includes a 295 MHz Analog Devices DSP for processing and control, contributing to accurate signal reproduction across its operating range. The frequency response is rated from 17 Hz to 280 Hz (±3 dB).

• Driver: 15-inch SVS High-Excursion Driver
• Amplifier: Dual Monoblock with 2,000 watts RMS / 5,000+ watts peak
• Frequency Response: 17 Hz - 280 Hz (±3 dB)
• Processor: 295 MHz Analog Devices Audio DSP

User Control Features

Adjustments and tuning are managed via the SVS Subwoofer Control App, available for iOS, Android, and Amazon Fire devices. This interface allows users to control volume, low pass filter, phase, polarity, six parametric equalizers, room gain compensation, tuning modes, power management settings, and more. Custom settings can be saved into three presets for easy recall.

• Smartphone app control (iOS/Android/Amazon Fire OS).
• DSP adjustments including parametric EQ, room gain compensation.
• Variable low pass filter, phase, and polarity control.
• Three user-customizable presets.

Cabinet Design and Construction

The SB-5000 R|Evolution utilizes a sealed cabinet design, which contributes to tight and articulate bass output suitable for both music and movies. The cabinet construction aims for acoustic inertness to minimize coloration. Available finishes include Piano Gloss Black and Black Ash. Dimensions are 18.3" (H) x 17.8" (W) x 19.5" (D) without the grille.

• Acoustically optimized sealed cabinet design.
• Robust MDF cabinet construction and rigid internal bracing.
• Available finishes: Piano Gloss Black or Black Ash.
• Dimensions (without grille): 465mm H x 453mm W x 468mm D

Brand and Technology

SVS designs and manufactures audio equipment, including subwoofers and speakers. The SB-5000 R|Evolution incorporates technologies developed across the SVS product lines, including elements adapted from their reference Ultra series. The focus is on delivering high-fidelity audio performance.

• Engineered by SVS, known for subwoofer and speaker design.
• Incorporates technologies from various SVS series.
• Constructed with quality components for reliability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• What is the difference between the SB-5000 R|Evolution and PB-5000 R|Evolution?

  The SB-5000 R|Evolution uses a sealed box (SB) design, generally preferred for tighter bass response and musicality. The PB-5000 R|Evolution uses a ported box (PB) design, which typically allows for higher output levels at very low frequencies.

• Why choose a sealed subwoofer like the SB-5000 R|Evolution?

  Sealed designs often provide a more accurate and faster transient response compared to ported designs, making them well-suited for detailed music reproduction and integration with main speakers.

• How does the SB-5000 R|Evolution compare to the SB-4000?

  The SB-5000 R|Evolution has a larger driver (15" vs 13.5") and a more powerful amplifier (2000W vs 1200W RMS) compared to the SB-4000, allowing for potentially greater output and deeper bass extension.

• What are the benefits of a large subwoofer driver?

  A larger driver surface area, combined with high excursion and amplifier power, allows the subwoofer to move more air. This can result in deeper bass frequencies being reproduced at higher sound pressure levels (SPLs).

• How does room gain affect performance?

  Room gain is the natural amplification of low frequencies that occurs in enclosed spaces. The sealed design of the SB-5000 R|Evolution interacts predictably with room gain, which can result in deeper effective bass extension within the listening environment.

The SVS SB-5000 R|Evolution subwoofer is engineered to provide substantial low-frequency output with accuracy, suitable for demanding audio systems.