SVS PB12-Plus 800 Watt DSP Controlled 12" Ported Subwoofer with Variable Tuning

Upgraded from a PB2000 and this hits so hard it's crazy! Worth the $$$ and I can't even imagine what the ultra sounds like. Make sure you get a friend to help you move it lol.

I probably should have ordered the sealed box to make the wife happy with the size. Luckily she didn't mind and we both can't get enough of the sound. V.E.R.Y. H.A.P.P.Y. with the performance. I went from the minor leagues of subs to the pros.

I was working with the Def tech 8080ST built in subs and two polk 12 in subs in the rear of the room. Even with all that I felt something was missing. I went back and forth with my buddies and whether it was a speaker issue or a sub issue. I had always wanted an SVS sub, so I was like lets do it, 45 day return policy, what am I loosing. I received my first PB 12 Plus and after hooking it up, Immediately I noticed the difference, this is what I was missing, not bass, but clean, tight bass with super lows. This sub was more then enough for my room but already having two subs in the front and an empy space, the front stage started to look a bit lonely. I pulled the trigger and bought the second PB 12 plus and they both deliver such solig tight low fequency that it makes watching movies fun again. These are probably the best subs I have listened too and will hopefully have for many years to come. The quest for the perfect HT sound has currently met its match,

I bought this to replace a very old (at least 10yrs) 110w Optimus subwoofer. Now, the Optimus did it's job to a point. You always new where the bass was coming from and it definitely did NOT shake the room. With that said, I bought the PB12-Plus, set it up in the front right corner, about 2ft or so away from the walls, and I am just astounded! It shakes the whole place, you can NOT tell where it is coming from, even at a lower volume! I have really been missing out!! LOVE IT!!

What a sub(S) should be, there when you need them and non-existent when you don't.
Perfectly in sync with what the sound editor intended, no mud and all thud!
Heck, even my wife doesn't mind the subs being on now. As she says, they "sound right."

I wanted the 16plus but got the 12plus. Wow.i lost nothing by going with the 12. Very powerful and responsive subs. I grinned when I first heard how good they sound.

Beautiful! Have dual pb12+ in a 13'x22' theater. Have a flat response from 16 Hz to 80 Hz. The room is in our basement and several times my wife thought someone was walking around upstairs because the bass was so low and clean. These are very fast, play very low with authority, and are beautiful. They make our theater seem twice as big because of the sheer power of the sound in the deep and subsonic bass. A must for dolby atmos surround systems! Svs support is also second to none! Will only recommend SVS to anyone wanting a quality speaker from an excellent company.

Ordered two of these for my home theater. They shake the floor and rattle the walls! Awesome!!!

I ordered two of these to replace two Polk PSW 125's. They arrived today. Awesome!! They make the floor shake and rattle the walls all the way into the kitchen! With every penny!!!!

This is the second pb12-plus that I've purchased because I couldn't get enough of the first one! Now my home theater experience is a dream come true. Blended with SVS ultra line of speakers the subwoofer(s) deliver the exact kind of subtlety and impact that I've always desired out of a home theater;. I like to listen to music at concert levels/watch movies at reference and these subs deliver. It's amazing what this sub can accomplish with just a 12 inch driver where other competitors have to use 15 inches or more. It's hard to believe anyone could be disappointed with this subwoofer (especially in dual configuration). Worth every penny!

I am extremely satisfied with the upgrade! In hindsight I should have purchased the PB12-Plus rather than the PC-2000. It is clearly a huge step up in sub. Also, I prefer the box form rather than the tube.

SVS has extremely good customer service and I found out first hand that they stand behind their product no matter what.

Thanks SVS!

Just bought this beautiful unit in june and wow heavy in the sound department and like svs says it's built like a tank yes this will be my last sub i also have a cerwin vega unit which doesn't even come close too low bass frequencies great work svs star rating is a ten

If you are not using svs subwoofers you are depriving yourself of bass the way it was supposed to be heard no felt!!!!

I say that because I bought a outlet sub, and at that price you cant beat the PB12+. Although it was labeled as scratched it was still in very good condition. I read all the reviews on various brands of subs and these are the best IMO. SVS subs are the the exception of "you get what you pay for". I cant explain how it sounds other than awesome. The low frequencies in movies it hits without missing a beat. Music?, no problem it gets the job done. It shakes the theater seats and everything else in my house. I wouldn't be surprised if my neighbors pictures are shaking. This thing is a monster, I mean its huge so verify you have enough space for it.

I'm a dealer for high end AV gear, and when I did a theater for my sister's friend I went with select products from our direct dealer inventory and distributors. The only exception was for the sub-woofers, for those I insisted on SVS. They didn't get a 'deal' since we purchased them direct from SVS, but they finally understand why I insisted.

I have been listening to my system with the PB 12 Plus for about 2 weeks. The first thing that I noticed with the sub in my system was an increase in the depth of sound at about 40hz and below. This was not just a deeper sound,in terms of lower frequency, but an increase in how solid the sound is. My speakers had no trouble in the 30 to 40hz range but the sub adds a dimension to the sound in this range that adds to the pleasure of listening.I also listen to some pipe organ music from time to time and the sub produces frequencies that I never heard from my system before. Truly low frequencies (16hz?) and shuddering air are present.Ed Mullen was also quite helpful in suggesting setup. Needless to say,i'm very happy with my sub. I think that the PB 12 Plus is a great value too.

Amazing is the only word to describe this subwoofer. Make sure your house foundation can take the power this sub puts out - amazing clarity goes with the power along with truly impressive quality.

First class personal customer service - the kind you come to expect from a small company.

I recommend SVS and their Sub without reservations!

I purchased a home theatre system 2 yrs ago. Everything about the system rocked except the subwoofer. It was way underpowered and I felt like my system was average at best because of this.

I negotiated with my wife to buy a new subwoofer. Once she gave me the ok I started my research.

I researched every possible audiophile message board for two months and SVS always received glowing reviews.

i made the plunge and purchased 2 subs even though I had no place to test them out

I was nervous and praying I made the right decision.

Once delivered, I got them in the basement with the help of my neighbor. Once set up we tested the cannon scene from Master and Commander, ACDC live at Donnington, and Queen rocks Montreal.

My basement is a 2ft slab of concrete with carpet. The subs were placed on each side of the entertainment furniture.

The cannon scene made my couch shake, I could feel the bass hit my chest. We had the biggest grin you can imagine. I was like a 5 yr old on xmas day! The concerts were equally impressive. Everyone now wants to come over to watch movies and concerts.

This was one of the best purchases I ever made period.

The only negative was that my wife gave me the ok to buy 1 sub not 2 so she was ****** at me but it was well worth it.

Thank you SVS for making a product that looks awesome, has excellent build quality, and puts a smile on my face every time I watch a movie or concert.

The pb12-plus is a awesome sub woofer. True rumble theater bass. I have it set up with my thx system. Love watching movies again. Wasn't watching many movies until the pb12-plus came. With music its very clean sound, deep bass notes are very sweet. I'm not good at doing reviews but you will never regret getting this sub woofer. I will be buying another one soon, :)

The black piano finish is just beautiful to look at. The design is of this subwoofer is abstract and simple which I like. The best subwoofer I have ever heard. The bass is tight and controlled. Outstanding for movies and music. If you like to listen to SACD music format like myself, you will love this subwoofer. I am planning to buy another one.Shipping was really fast!! Thank you SVS!!

I'm of the opinion generally speaking that you get what you pay for in life. With this sub I firmly believe I got more than I paid for. This sub is not only beautiful, but the craftsmanship is flawless. The only thing I can say is make sure you have two people to move it to its resting location because this thing is enormous. Even as big as it is it looks great in my media room and sounds superb. I'm looking forward to many happy years listening to this thing. It's everything I could have hoped for.

I use in my home theatre. Looks impressive and the bass quality is incredible! Very happy with purchase. Also, customer service was very helpful. I rate total overall experience as excellent.

At 56 years old, I finally got around to putting together a good HT system. The PB12 Plus was the final piece that brought the system to life. The PB12 Plus sits in a rather large living /dining room combo and fills it with great sound. I originally got the PC12 but decided the PB12 would be a better fit. I can't say enough about the Customer Service from SVS. Absolutely outstanding. Wish all companies treated people like SVS.

SVS makes a great product! This is my first purchase and couldnt be happier! Definitely recommended.

I replaced my old DCM1212 with this sub and all I can say is WOW what a difference. I am very impressed with this sub and I am so glad I read all the reviews and bought this sub. Fantastic job SVS this sub knocks it right out of the park. My Denon 4306 amp with all B&W speakers this sub fits in perfect with the 7.1 I am running right now.

Jason
Aurora, CO

Have owned a good quality competitor sub for several years, but found myself wanting more bass output in a 4000 cu ft basement. Looked at SVS because of previous experience with a PB-10 and reputation for good customer service. While I understand home theater audio and visual pretty well, I admittedly have a lot to learn about subwoofers. Gary Mullen was great at helping me choose between the PB-12 Plus and the SB13 Ultra. Even more importantly for me, Gary patiently helped me integrate the competitor subwoofer and PB-12 Plus into my home theater system. Very happy with the result, and even convinced the wife, who initially wasn't thrilled with the size of this beast (must admit even after knowing the dimensions, it's not until I saw the PB-12 that it really sunk in how big this thing is).

Allow me to begin my review with some advice. READ all of the message boards on avsforums, audioholics and any other erag regrading subwoofers. You will find a plethura of useful and useless information.

My journey began with a dream of a man cave theater room. I was and still am to a degree, a novice. My room is 2600 cubic feet and my screen is 106" with a 1080p projector.

Sub 1
Velodyne miniv
WAYYYYYYYYY too small for a room that size

Sub 2
eD A3-300
Decent sound, loud, even tone but easily over driven and actually blew the speaker at one point. Company was horrible to work with, blaming Audyssey set up for ruining the speaker.

Sub(s) 3
Epik Empires (dual)
These flipping ROCK. I loved them, lots of rattle and BOOM in the room. Thought I was in subwoofer nirvana and would never think I needed more or anything else. Lo and behold, 1.4 years into ownership the amp caught fire. Literally burned up and smoked. I call, I write, I ask others, the company doesn't exist anymore and will not return calls/emails even though I just wanted to REPLACE the amp.

Sub(s) 4
SVS PB12-Plus (2)
OMG OMG OMG
First, the BOOM is the room is incredible but nothing rattles on the walls or on my shelves like the Epiks made things rattle. The set up is almost too easy and makes me feel like I have done something wrong. Although, I call and IMMEDIATELY speak to a real human who tells me I have done everything perfectly.

Then this guy who owns the joint, sends me flowery emails asking me if I am happy. Who the heck does that anymore. No, I am not happy. Where were you a year ago when I made the POOR choice to purchase worthless Epiks? :-)

I love these subs so much I am thinking of how long I have to wait to replace my other speakers in my 7.2 system. If the other speakers in SVSs arsenal are as flat out awesome as these PB12-Pluses, I am in for an audio awaking.

I still have it in the back of my mind that I should have purchased the PB13 Ultra's. I don't know if that feeling ever goes away, but, I can honestly say I am wholly satisfied beyond my expectations with the PB12-Plus subwoofers. Five year bumper to bumper warranty. What have you got to lose? The pictures do not do them justice either, they are BEASTs!! (a tad longer than the Epiks but shorter)

What a sub(S) should be, there when you need them and non-existent when you don't.
Perfectly in sync with what the sound editor intended, no mud and all thud!
Heck, even my wife doesn't mind the subs being on now. As she says, they "sound right."

Just recently purchased 2 of these for our hometheater/sports room and I must say they are exactly as advertised, very clean and clear, thunderous bass. At this time we only have one hooked up. My home theater installer said run one for a while to see how we like it. It does fill the room and Shakes the entire house. I'm considering getting a pair of the taller feet because it does sit on a carpeted basement floor. Installer also said play around with the system to tweek it here and there to get most out of it. I would highly recommend these subs if you're considering a dedicated theater room or for just rocking out to music. Well worth the investment!!!

I just finished construction of my home theater and the only piece of the electronics puzzle left out was a subwoofer. I've been working on this for over a year and spent a considerable amount of time researching components. With just one component left to acquire, I began to research. It didn't take long to settle on SVS. I had never heard of SVS, but the reviews, specs, and pricing quickly factored out the other competitors.

I sent an email to SVS with details of my room and system. I had an idea of what I wanted and an approximate budget but I needed that extra nudge from a professional. I was explained the difference between my options and given a recommendation that I followed.

Ordering was a breeze. Shipping was quick. Product was well boxed and protected. Unboxing and set-up was quick and easy.

I let my Yamaha preamp calibrate the subs and they fit in beautifully. I'm astonished at how well they have blended with the rest of my system and how clean the bass is. They have no problem reaching incredible volume levels - beyond any of my expectations. The soundproofing of my decoupled theater room is no match to these puppies - they can shake the entire home in a way that I never thought imaginable.

The appearance of these is fantastic. The finish is beautiful and they look almost as mean as they sound. I'm glad I didn't go with a larger sub as I'm not sure it would have fit - these are a perfect fit for my setup.

I want to thank SVS and all of the other reviewers who have made this an easy decision and a pleasant experience. I am very happy with my purchase.

I've opened this sub for a few months now and I am completely satisfied. It seamlessly matches with my JBL studio series surround speakers. It is fantastic for both music and theater effects. Highly recommend this sub!

I am very pleased with my PB12-Plus and the service that I received pre-purchase. By far the best sub at this price point! With variable tuning capabilities and the muscle to please any music or movie enthusiast. This sub digs deep. Every note is strong! This is the kind of sub that you will feel through your bones!! You will not second guess your purchase!

I purchased the PB12+ to pair with another large sub I owned at the time. The PB12+ just blew me away and I ended up selling the other sub and purchasing a 2nd PB12+

These subs are the real thing...they just fill the room with bass. Who needs to go to the movie theater when you have these at home!

Highly recommended!

There is not much more to add than the title to this review. It is more sub than I need in the room it is in (it is only running at about 1/4 of it's potential output). But the outlet price was impossible to pass on. Great for movies and music. The only limitations are how good the audio was mixed on the source material. As long as SVS is in business, all of my sub-woofer purchases will be from them.

Absolutely the best sub I have ever owned (And I have owned many many subs)!!! Right out of the box / off the crate this sub blew my mind and once I spent the time to get into the right position, closed one port, tuned it to 16 Hz, and set the room gain I can officially say I may the right choice. I would recommend getting the SoundPath Subwoofer Isolation feet and taking the time to adjust the settings.

I would also like to mention the customer service. Before my purchase I called with certain issues I've faced with dead spots and they spent over 30 minutes on the phone with me and wanted to know my current setup and recommended several great options. This IS NOT something you will receive anywhere else in this industry!!!

From the build quality to the sound to the excellent customer service you can not go wrong with SVS!!!

I am not the right person to be writing a review about this sub as I have nothing to compare it to. I've had room mates with smaller 10" subs that couldn't come even close to this. From my perspective though, I expected a great sub and have been blown away. I listen to a lot of heavy bass electronica and this thing sounds/feels accurate and tight and it's extension down into the lowest frequencies is damn near terrifying at times.

I also watch a lot of television and occasionally extremely low frequencies will come through almost inaudibly but felt with full force. Quite an amazing experience. I can't wait to some day try even more of their sub line and experience other people's subs to be able to have something to compare it to.

One note - I ran this thing in sealed mode since my primary listening is well produced electronica files on FLAC and I actually prefer it in the ported mode. It gets better low range extension and still is amazingly accurate.

My perception was that this thing radically improved over 0-100 listening hours and continues to do so. It just keeps getting better.

If you are buying this to primarily listen to music, I recommend trying different quality files of the same song. I can clearly hear the difference between V0 MP3, 320 KBPS MPS and FLAC. With the right speakers and amp, it's unforgiving to low quality music files.

I'm currently running mine with the KEF LS50 Bookshelf speakers and a Peachtree Nova150 Amp. I highly recommend the combo however if I put the sub in the upper range, it'll drown out the KEF's quickly. I balance this by running the sub lower and playing the KEF's near their limit when looking to listen loudly.

I hope you found this review of some help even though I am an amateur audiophile at best.

This speaker is pretty amazing. The piano gloss finish gives it a great high end look. I replaced 2 "mid grade" 12" subs with 1 PB12+ and I was blown away. It sounds great with both movies and music, which both subs i had before failed miserably at. I still haven't finished breaking it in, but it has far surpassed anything I have owned or heard before. During my first movie night with friends, everyone's face lit up when they were able to feel the bass in their chest and seats vibrate firmly. I will definately start watching my bluray movies over again to hear what I've been missing.

Fantastic company, product and experience. I have owned my PB12+ now for a while and it still amazes me every time I turn my system on. It is hands down the best piece of audio equipment to add to your system.

It adds a seamless extra dimension to TV, movies and games...one of those things that you don't know what you are missing until you have it. Fantastic bass is a must for audiophiles, however, I seem to convince non-audiophiles when they get a chance to listen to my setup.

The folks at SVS have done an incredible job and have earned a lifelong customer. I must say though, they make a fantastic product, and you won't be a repeat customer because you have to replace something, it's because you will want to upgrade. I will be seriously planning a dual sub setup when I purchase my next house with a larger living room.

I can't recommend SVS highly enough to anyone that is interested and they have subs to fit every budget. Sit down and think about the money you spend compared to use and any SVS woofer is a bargain. You won't regret it.

A truly outstanding subwoofer. I have heard many of the highest-end subs, but--dollar for dollar-- I've never heard anything that comes close to this one.

This thing simply rocks the house.

Great product with excellent customer service...would buy SVS again in a heartbeat!

First let me say the sub works as advertised....It has superior bass ( all you need) to my old Paradigm sub. It does take tuning and you need to rerun your Audyssey MultiEQ to get it set up properly. The only challenge Im still working with is getting it tuned correctly between music and Home Theater. I can get it working well for one or the other but getting it tuned perfectly for both is still a challenge. Still new so I'm sure I can get it worked out.

EASY TO ADJUST

Well what to say? H.F.S. says it all lol. I upgraded from my Polk PSW505 12 dual subs to the SVS PB12s and what an improvement. My living room is opposite my kitchen and with my previous subs I had to replace my canned lights with LEDs because the bass would break the filaments in the standard bulbs. Now I am afraid I will break my dishes in the cabinets! I like my music loud and low. These subs deliver plenty of wall shaking bass. Seriously I needed to put those little rubber door bumpers to keep the cabinet doors from vibrating so much (because turning down the bass is not an option). I like Dubstep and heavy metal and these subs deliver no matter what I am listening to. Movies come to life around you. When they were taking the White House in Olympus has fallen the bass hit so hard you could feel it in your chest.

I love this sub! This is my first purchase in high end audio and I don't regret it one bit WORTH EVERY PENNY SPENT! I use it mainly for watching movies and tv.I've been watching every movie in my library over again and I'm hearing and feeling bass that my other subs couldn't reach.I'm running it in 16hz mode!

I was previously running dual sealed subs with my 5.2 setup in my living room, but after some advice i decided to try one of SVS's legendary ported subwoofers. After about a day of tweaking with placement giving the sub extra room to breathe, it really opened my eyes to how extremely versatile this monster was. No matter what media i play from which ever source, pure clean ear rattling bass is produced, MOST IMPORTANTLY DISTORTION FREE. Best part of this sub is how hard it is to localize. I thought i would miss having dual subwoofers, but this baby puts a smile on my face daily.

From the moment the semi-truck rolled down my street to unload the pallet containing my new SVS PB-12 Ultra Sub-Woofer I was impressed. Never before has electronic equipment I've ordered arrived on a semi-truck. It took two friends to help me move the box into my living room to be unpacked. Anxious to see the contents, the box was carefully opened and a beautifully constructed and aesthetically pleasing piece of furniture was revealed. The cabinetry is solid, well constructed and brilliantly finished. The size and weight of the unit is impressive and I quickly realized why a semi-truck was required for delivery.

The build quality did not stop with the cabinet. The grilled front looked like a handcrafted piece of medieval armor, all while eloquently accentuating the cabinetry. Particularly impressive is the air space deliberately left between the grill and the working parts of the sub-woofer such that the grill does not vibrate and interfere with the quality of the sound, while it shields the sub-woofer. Of course, the true test and the primary reason I purchased the PB-12 ultra would be the sound quality.

Within minutes of its arrival, I was able to unpack and connect the new addition to my home theater system and prepare for the first of a series of sound and positioning checks. I wanted to run it through its paces, but I first decided to test the PB-12 with its factory settings to establish a baseline for a before and after comparison. I was overwhelmed with the quality of the sound it produced right from the box. I have made some minor adjustments to calibrate the unit to my room and system, but I have yet to be disappointed with any of the various combinations of settings I have tested. Simply put, the engineers knew what they were doing and constructed a sub-woofer that knows how to handle sound well.

From the moment I plugged it in, it has performed exactly as a high quality sub-woofer should. Its ability to play with my other speakers is awesome. It quietly lies in wait in the corner of the room like a gentle lion drawing no attention to itself (I sometimes look to see if it is even on) while my main speakers and center channel handle the front high to mid-range sounds while my surround sound speakers do the same for the rear. When the PB-12 plus is needed for the deeper base sounds, it roars and sends clear, crisp and clean sound waves that ripple across the room and send chills up my spine with such great ease due to its plentiful amplification. The pb12 plus greatly compliments my other speakers in the low frequency department. The subs easy to understand digital interface upon the rear panel host a plethora of adjustment options to make intergration into your theater or sound room a breeze. It is precision craftsmanship at work and the penultimate in tight detailed base.

From the pod racing scenes in Star Wars to the action scenes in Batman Returns, it makes movies sound better than they do in most theaters. It also handles all forms of music I have tried with accuracy and ease. From hip hop, to classical masterpieces, it simply makes the deep base notes come to life and hang in the room with absolutely no distortion. It is a beautiful thing. I am more than satisfied. The PB-12 plus is a perfectly crafted component that is everything the manufacturer said it would be and then some. It is a revered beast and one of the most important elements to any true home theater. I cannot wait to purchase my second one. And customer service is first rate!

I bought this subwoofer to replace my previous one the Mirage BPS400 which served me quite well since December 1999. It is still working nicely, however I was always curious how well an SVS sub would improve bass reproduction in my home theater.

I first heard of SVS subwoofers in the AVS Forums and, as the need for replacement arose, I decided to try it due to the several owners approving commentaries from there.
I did not regret my decision.
Unpacking the PB12-Plus allowed me to see the care and effort put available into manufacturing it, as well as protecting it from damage.
I was very impressed with that.
What a great looking black piano cabinet!

Things are confirming that I was not wrong by purchasing this SVS behemoth. Although I am still dialing it in for a week now, I already am sure and glad to say I made the right choice. The PB12-Plus indeed is a clear improvement and far outperformed my previous subwoofer.
Hooking it up to my Yamaha AV processor the CX-A5000 was a breeze and straightforward.

Although there are some few not-so-favorable comments about the PB12-Plus lack of a conventional volume knob, I had no problem with it and even thought of the IFC knob feature to be easier to deal with than a conventional one.

As said before, I am still dialing it in, however I already could hear/feel its tremendous sound quality potential. I am amazed about how deep and authoritative it performs.

Thank you SVS for designing, manufacturing and delivering such a beautiful piece of equipment.

I am now a happy owner of an SVS state-of-the-art subwoofer.

If you have the room for the PB12-plus then treat yourself to this BEAST!!! I was looking for a sub that would deliver the rumble and impact of what you hear in the cinemas and I finally found it! Trust me I had been through dual and triple sub setups. I tried klipsch, Definitive Tech Pro 1000's to the Supercube 2000 and the even the Supercube 8000...The PB12-plus chews them up and SPITS them out!!!
If you are looking for a sub that goes so low and punches you in the direct chest look no further. You will literally want to watch all your Blu rays over again!!!

BTW I almost sent the sub back because I initially thought it had the same output as my supercube 8000 side by side. So when I emailed SVS,their awesome customer service guys Jack and Doug figured out my problem and had the walls in my theatre coming apart in no time!!!!

I am definitely doing the pair and ordering the second PB12-plus to go to the next level in my home IMAX BASS!!!

Thanks SVS you have a customer for life!!

ED Perez

Upgraded from an old Paradigm PW-2200 v1 which served me well. New sub (PB12-Plus) is tighter musically and can really thump in the movies. I ran a quick setup on my Yamaha CX-A5000 and then jumped right in. Great sub and can't wait to really get it dialed in! I basically unpacked it, ran the setup leaving everything default and then sound tested it.

A huge perk was the help I got on the phone with Sonnie. I filled out an online 'contact me card' and he followed up immediately and really tried to understand my setup. All of the others competitors made their recommendation without any real consultation. If I were to point to the reason that I decided on SVS vs. the crowded sub field...it was this customer service.

My top reasons for picking SVS.

1. Sub specs. There were competitors that were close or even slightly better. The sub had to meet the need. I don't listen at crazy volumes, I needed it to be tight. The sub did want I needed, at the price range I had determined.

2. Customer service. Sonnie patiently answered all my questions and was super patient. Even offered to help me setup my Paradigm 2200 in the room, even if I didn't buy the SVS.

3. Return policy. Although I have no intention to return the sub now that I have listened to it, I felt that an internet company should stand behind their product. I didn't feel I should have to take a $200+ risk on HSU or another product if I didn't feel it was up to snuff.

There are higher versions of subs. I feel that the price/performance deserved a 5.

Very happy.

Many thanks to Ed for listening to my countless questions regarding my upcoming purchase. After measuring the room and the spot in which the sub would reside, I finally ordered the PB-12 Plus. Simply put, there's no other sub on the market that touches the quality or performance of this product for the money. Needless to say, I'm excited once again to watch movies! For someone who's been in the A/V industry for 10+ years that saying alot. My hats off to the entire SVS Team. You guys make home theater fun again. Thank you all so much.

Awesome sub. Many years ago I started to build an HT system and got as far as the AVR, the front speakers and the center but stopped there. For some strange reason I decided the sound was enough and I didn't need anymore. I think the hit(s) to the bank account had something to do with it as well. :) When it came time to get a new receiver, my interest in HT was renewed once again but this time I wanted to complete the setup or at the very least, get a SW. Initially, I was going to pick up something from Amazon but the more I read, the more I realized I had no idea what to look for in a SW. After a week or so of searching the forums and online retail shops, I happened upon a few discussions about SVS. The talks were interesting and informative so I found myself on the SVS website looking at the PC12-NSD. The more I read, the more I wanted some guidance so I initiated an email thread to SVSound and within a day or so, got a response from Jack. I learned quickly the importance of matching room size to speakers with Jack noting that the PC12-NSD would serve the purpose but he recommended the PC12-PLUS for the 17'x30' room. The more I read, the more I liked his reasoning. Eventually, I found myself considering the PB12-PLUS over the ported cylinder deciding the lower profile was better suited for the room that a smaller foot print. After a few more emails to the very patient Jack, the PB12-PLUS is what I opted for and it is proving to be a really fine SW. I've since purchased some PSB Image T6 front speakers and a PSB Image T5 center speaker. Thanks again Jack for mentioning timbre matching my front sound stage...something else I didn't know about. The setup really sounds great together for both music and HT. I bet I've watch Avatar at least 20 times just to hear the war robots when they walk or drop to the ground. I'm very pleased with my purchase and much appreciative of the help from Jack and Ed w/the setup.

Just something to remember when considering this beast. It is a big, heavy SW but if you have a big room, it will look and sound phenomenal. Just plan to have someone help move it in place. I didn't seek help with placing it but it will sprout roots and grow where it sets before I move it again by myself. - James