PC4000 vs PB3000 R|Evolution
The PB3000 R|Evolution's low-frequency extension is 16 Hz against the PC4000's 15 Hz, its woofer 13" against 13.5", and its high-frequency extension 235 Hz against 200 Hz. Both share power handling (1200 W).
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The SVS PC-4000 is a premium powered subwoofer featuring a downward-firing 13.5-inch high-excursion driver housed in a ported cylinder cabinet. It delivers 1200 watts RMS (4000+ watts peak) of Class D amplifier power, providing deep bass extension down to 15 Hz with precise control and high output levels. The cabinet is constructed from double-thick 2-inch MDF with rigid internal bracing and acoustic insulation to eliminate resonance and coloration. The subwoofer offers advanced DSP capabilities including user-adjustable low pass, phase, polarity, room gain compensation, and three parametric EQ filters, all controllable via a Bluetooth app for iOS and Android. It includes port tuning options with foam plugs to tailor bass response, a front-mounted Intelligent Feature Control (IFC) LED display, and inputs/outputs for both XLR and RCA connections. Power Factor Correction (PFC) ensures stable performance regardless of mains voltage. The design is finished in piano gloss black with a protective steel mesh grille and weighs approximately 92.4 lbs. It comes with a 5-year warranty and includes accessories such as a remote control, power cord, and elastomer feet for isolation.
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The PB3000 R|Evolution's low-frequency extension is 16 Hz against the PC4000's 15 Hz, its woofer 13" against 13.5", and its high-frequency extension 235 Hz against 200 Hz. Both share power handling (1200 W).
The PB5000 R|Evolution's power @ 8ω is 2.0kW against the PC4000's 1.2kW, its woofer 15" against 13.5", and its high-frequency extension 270 Hz against 200 Hz. Both share low-frequency extension (15 Hz).
The Seismic 110's power @ 8ω is 850W against the PC4000's 1.2kW, its low-frequency extension 18 Hz against 15 Hz, its high-frequency extension 150 Hz against 200 Hz, and its woofer 10" against 13.5".
The SW12's power @ 8ω is 400W against the PC4000's 1.2kW, its woofer 12.5" against 13.5", its low-frequency extension 20 Hz against 15 Hz, and its high-frequency extension 100 Hz against 200 Hz.
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