SVS SB13-ULTRA 13" 3600W Sealed Subwoofer (Piano Gloss)

Piano Gloss 13" Sealed 3600W DSP Controlled Home Theatre Subwoofer Sub SVS SB13-ULTRA

SB13 Ultra – Unmatched Sound Quality
and Extreme Performance - Elegant Footprint
The SB13-Ultra delivers an outstanding combination of high-tech components and features, handsome aesthetics, extreme performance, and easy room integration. The SB13-Ultra is the finest subwoofer in its class, with unparalleled performance value. Mission accomplished - SVS style.

13 Ultra Driver - Optimized For Sealed Applications
SVS optimized the famous Ultra 13 driver for a sealed application by revising the motor geometry and adding a unique voice coil along with a custom gap extension plate. The result is higher thermal power handling, a more symmetrical force/displacement profile, lower distortion, and increased linear stroke. Only SVS is willing to push the envelope this far to achieve the SB13-Ultra performance goals.

• FEA-optimized motor with copper shorting sleeve to reduce gap induction and distortion.
• Unique and optimized bifilar wound, 3" diameter, ultra-high-power aluminum voice coil.
• Unique gap extension plate for additional linear stroke and reduced distortion.
• Dual linear-roll spiders and stitched parabolic surround for extreme excursion capability.
• Ultra-light and rigid Rohacell composite cone provides excellent transient response.

Sledge Amplification – Intelligent and Sophisticated Power
The Sledge STA-1000D amplifier is a perfect match for the Ultra 13 driver, packing 1,000 watts of power and sophisticated DSP control. Comprehensive and extensive menu options are accessed via an intuitive single-knob interface with LCD display, allowing for easy set-up and integration into any home theater or stereo system.

The amplifier equalization curve is specifically optimized for the SB13-Ultra, resulting in a gradual roll-off profile which provides superb transient response and extremely low group delay. This roll-off profile also takes the most advantage of available 'room gain', and under optimal conditions the SB13-Ultra can extend to 15 Hz or deeper in-room.

• 1000 watts RMS continuous power (3600 watts peak dynamic power).
• Efficient, cool-running Class D power with 'green' standby mode.
• Equalization curve optimized for enhanced transient response and to complement room gain.
• Stereo line-level RCA and balanced (XLR) I/O connections for the ultimate in connectivity.
• DSP control for the ultimate in refined behavior under all operating conditions.
• Extensive menu options and digital crossover allows easy integration into any 2-channel system.
• Intuitive and easy to use single knob controller with bright LCD display.

Premium Finishes, Handsome Styling, Versatile Placement Options, Easy Room Integration
Available in premium real wood veneer black oak or stunning piano-gloss black, and protected by an attractive and durable curved metal grille – the handsomely styled SB13-Ultra will complement any upscale décor and high-end theaters. At just over 17" on all sides, the SB13-Ultra offers versatile placement options and easily integrates into your living space. Weighing in at 92 pounds, the SB13-Ultra is robustly built with extra-thick CNC cut panels for the ultimate in rigid and resonance-free construction.

• Premium real black oak veneer or gorgeous piano gloss black finish options.
• Handsome styling complements upscale décors.
• Versatile placement options and easy integration into any living space.

The SB13 Ultra – Calling All Audiophiles
Almost clinical in accuracy, the SB13 Ultra will reveal subtle textures and nuances lesser subs simply ignore. With unmatched transient response, quarter notes and complex bass lines are all delivered with toe-tapping rhythm and pace. Dynamic range is outstanding, with kettle drum and deep piano key strikes rendered with stunning realism. In mid-size rooms with a modicum of room gain, deep extension is fathomless..

In addition to its world-class music chops, the SB13-Ultra won't disappoint on movie night, shrugging off the most demanding DVD passages without breaking a sweat – always staying deep, clean, linear, and powerful.

Go ahead, spin your favorite CDs, vinyl records and DVDs. You'll discover the SB13-Ultra personifies sonic synergy - where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Experience audio immersion at its finest – exclusively from SVS.

Subwoofer Specs:

• Cabinet Dims: 17.4" (H) x 17.4" (W) x 17.4"(D)
• Overall Dims: 17.9" (H) x 17.4" (W) x 20.4"(D)(includes feet, grille, amplifier)
• Weight: 92 pounds
• Rigid and braced MDF cabinet
• Piano gloss black and real black oak veneer finish options
• Front-firing driver
• Protective non-resonant steel mesh grille

Driver Specs:

• SVS 13.5” high-performance Ultra driver optimized for sealed applications
• SVS custom-tooled die-cast aluminum basket
• Flat-wire, 3” diameter, high-power, high-temp, 8-layer, aluminum voice coil - unique to SB13-Ultra
• Polyimide impregnated fiberglass former/bobbin
• Dual 9", composite layered, linear roll, extreme excursion spiders
• Integrated tinsel leads
• Nickel-plated high-tension spring terminals
• Proprietary injection molded gasket and parabolic SBR extreme-excursion surround
• Composite pulp/fiberglass press layered cone with stitched surround
• Low carbon 1008 steel components, electrophoresis black plating
• FEA-optimized overhung motor structure with custom gap extension plate enhances force/displacement symmetry, lower distortion and increases linear stroke
• Copper shorting sleeve reduces gap induction and distortion, and enhances thermal conductivity
• Dual Genox 8H/Y-35 high grade ferrite magnets
• Oversized pole vent for greater cooling and low noise

Amp Specs:

• STA-1000D Sledge with 1000 watts RMS continuous power (3600 watts peak dynamic power)
• High efficiency cool-running Class D switching topology
• Detachable power cord with main power switch and ceramic fuse
• RoHS compliant, lead-free construction and world-wide safety certifications
• Auto-On / On switch with "green" standby mode
• Stereo line-level RCA and balanced (XLR) I/O connections
• Normal and Hi input voltage switch
• Customized EQ and DSP limiter settings specifically for the SB13-Ultra
• Fully adjustable (frequency and slope) phase-correct speaker/sub digital crossover
• Intelligent Feature Control (IFC) with bright LCD display
• Two (2) digital PEQs with adjustable frequency, cut/boost, and Q values
• Room gain compensation control with adjustable frequency and slope
• Adjustable digital delay on main speaker line-level outputs to time-align the speakers and subs

Professional Reviews

Big Picture Big Sound, Review by Greg Robinson, 3/5/2013. View Review
“I couldn't believe how low this SVS could go. More importantly, I was struck by how clean and nuanced the bass is at even its lowest levels... It is far and away the deepest and most detailed sub I've had the pleasure of listening to in my home theater.”

HomeTheaterReview.com, Review by Sean Killebrew, 2/11/2013. View Review
“I found the bass to be authoritative, while at the same time complimentary to the mids and highs. From the bass guitar to the djembes and piano, every low-frequency element was well fleshed out and engaging… With a sub of this caliber, you'll surely make enemies of your neighbors, but you'll have so much fun doing so that it's totally worth it. The bottom line is that the SVS SB13-Ultra is a meaningful audio component that's worth every penny of its $1,599 asking price.”

Widescreen Review Magazine, November 2012 Issue. View Review
"The SVS SB13-Ultra is an exceptional product that is true to SVS's true to SVS's tradition of offering higher performance for the money through R&D and design... this is an exceptionally high-performance subwoofer that can accurately reproduce the sound of music or movies."

2013 CES Innovations Honoree, 11/12/2012. View Award
"Designed to deliver the most vigorous, versatile bass performance in its class, the new SVS SB13-Ultra subwoofer is a low frequency, high-output knockout offered at an unbeatable value, in a surprisingly elegant footprint."

Home Theater Shack, 10/27/2012 by Dale Rasco. View Review
"It is not just the aesthetics. It is not just the power. It is not just the precision and it is not just the level of detail that can be heard in the VLF range. It is all of these things combined that make the SB13 Ultra my Sub Zone Reviewer's Choice. There is simply no better performing subwoofer in its class."

German Review, Area DVD, 10/26/2012 View Review
"SVS SB13-Ultra - The 1000 watt "Sledge" Hammer in a compact form"

Video Review, Real HT Info, 9/5/2012 by Marshall Guthrie. View Review
"The performance sealed category just got some ferocious competition. I highly recommend it."

Hometheatre.com, 1/6/2013 by David Vaughn. View Review
"..my subfloor and walls were vibrating so much, I think I rattled a couple of nails loose."

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