SVS sub(s) at an Estate sale

[Sk1Bum 11,403]

I found a pair of these SVS PB Ultra-2s at an estate sale, and I'd like to know if anyone knows anything about them. They're priced at $800 each, but I didn't know that until I got there. I took $1K to spend for both, but they also had a sign that stated these will not be marked down. The wood finish is good, a little fading on the controls, and a bit of dust in the reflex port. I'd say the overall condition was an 8 of 10.

 

They're 28" deep, 26.5" tall, 19" wide, and they weigh 190 lbs.  Disregard the not for sale sticky note. That was on something else.

 

I found this on Audioholics:

 

https://www.audioholics.com/trade-shows/2006-consumer-electronics-show-ces/sv-sound-svs-pb12-ultra-2-subwoofer

 

So, my question is, What do y'all think they're worth?

 

[Daddyjt 9,612]

I’d say $1,000 for BOTH is a fair price. That is an older model, but near the top of the line at the time they were in the lineup. 
 

I recently became an SVS owner, as one of my beloved Velodyne DD18 subs was damaged in the flood, and Velodyne doesn’t seem committed to the sub market any longer. I snagged a SB 4000 (SB= sealed box) for $700 on the local classifieds. It’s a beast with a 13” driver and something like 800 rms. 
 

my initial impressions of the SVS are very positive. I’m using it in my 2ch setup right now (I know, sacrilege), as I haven’t started rebuilding the HT yet. It blends quite well with the NhTs, and the Bluetooth app is the bomb for controlling it.

 

 

[stereo_dog 1,216]

205# each, holy moly! These are huge. Another steller write-up:

 

https://www.hometheaterforum.com/community/threads/svs-pb2-ultra-test-review.180935/

 

 

[Daddyjt 9,612]

@Sk1Bum
 

Edited May 18, 2024 by Daddyjt

[Sk1Bum 11,403]

LOL

 

I didn't go back today, so I don't know if they sold or not. The reviews I read were from 2004, so like you said, they're a little long in the tooth. The amps and crossovers probably need refreshing, and I can get a new pair of Martin Logan 1000w's for $1396 includes shipping. I may end up going that route. That said, if a great deal falls in my lap...  

[stereo_dog 1,216]

popped up a few hours from me, https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1436100717017653/?ref=browse_tab&referral_code=marketplace_top_picks&referral_story_type=top_picks

[4krow 6,585]

I will admit that I have had the best luck with 2 subs. $800 for one older sub? I wouldn't because that is one piece of gear that can be totally abused. 

[BrianT 271]

On 5/17/2024 at 3:10 PM, Daddyjt said:

I’d say $1,000 for BOTH is a fair price. That is an older model, but near the top of the line at the time they were in the lineup. 
 

I recently became an SVS owner, as one of my beloved Velodyne DD18 subs was damaged in the flood, and Velodyne doesn’t seem committed to the sub market any longer. I snagged a SB 4000 (SB= sealed box) for $700 on the local classifieds. It’s a beast with a 13” driver and something like 800 rms. 
 

my initial impressions of the SVS are very positive. I’m using it in my 2ch setup right now (I know, sacrilege), as I haven’t started rebuilding the HT yet. It blends quite well with the NhTs, and the Bluetooth app is the bomb for controlling it.

 

 

 

Daddyjt

 

I just purchased a new SB4000 polished black, i'm enjoying what it's doing in my system

especially cleaning up the vocal's.

 

Brian

[Daddyjt 9,612]

7 hours ago, BrianT said:

 

Daddyjt

 

I just purchased a new SB4000 polished black, i'm enjoying what it's doing in my system

especially cleaning up the vocal's.

 

Brian

congrats!  I knew going in that the ported model (PB 4000) has a bit lower end and more prodigious output, but for me, there’s really no substitute for the accuracy of the sealed (SB) version.  I also really enjoy their app - its very intuitive, and it’s nice not to have another remote to keep track of.  Mine is usually set at -14 for music. How about you?

[BrianT 271]

5 hours ago, Daddyjt said:

congrats!  I knew going in that the ported model (PB 4000) has a bit lower end and more prodigious output, but for me, there’s really no substitute for the accuracy of the sealed (SB) version.  I also really enjoy their app - its very intuitive, and it’s nice not to have another remote to keep track of.  Mine is usually set at -14 for music. How about you?

 

I have mine set on -16 low pass filter 60Hz 24 db slope

 

Brian