SVS SB-5000 R|Evolution: SVS Subwoofer for Home Cinema and HiFi

Low frequency down to 13 Hz for palpable bass reproduction

The 15-inch driver with a fiberglass composite cone is designed for high excursion and precise movement.

Dual-mono amplifier with MOSFET output

The Sledge STA-2000D is built-in. The dual-mono Class D amplifier operates with two monoblock amplifiers.

SVS Subwoofer App for easy operation

The SVS Subwoofer Control App allows you to adjust volume, filters, phase, EQ, power options, and other functions. This allows the subwoofer to be adjusted from the listening position.

Operation directly on the device

In addition to the app, the back panel offers an OLED and button interface. This allows you to control volume, low-pass filter frequency, phase, power mode, display orientation, Bluetooth lock, and factory settings.

Setup in the SVS App

After installing the SVS App, a tutorial guides you through the available options. For everyday use, volume, low-pass filter, phase, parametric EQ, room gain compensation, and presets are particularly important.

The presets are suitable for different content such as music, movies, or night mode. This allows the bass to be quickly adjusted without having to reset all settings.

Connecting an active subwoofer: AV receiver and stereo

For home cinema, the most common connection is a single RCA or XLR cable from the LFE or SUB1 output of the AV receiver to the LFE input of the SB-5000 R|Evolution. The AV receiver then handles bass management.

In a stereo system, the left and right line outputs of the preamplifier are connected to the left and right inputs of the subwoofer. Afterwards, the integrated low-pass filter is set so that the bass blends smoothly with the main speakers.

Where should a subwoofer not be placed?

A subwoofer should not be placed in a position where the bass is strongly boomy or individual bass ranges disappear. Corners, in particular, can produce very powerful bass, but can also amplify booming if the listening position is unfavorable.

The SB-5000 R|Evolution should also not be operated in unventilated furniture. Ventilation openings must not be blocked, and placement near water or heat sources should be avoided.

Good positions for bass and integration

Placement at the front of the room, between or near the front speakers, usually facilitates matching with main speakers and the center channel. A position on the side wall can also work if the accuracy and performance in the room are right.

With two subwoofers, diagonal corners, the front stage, the middle of the side walls, or a position near the center channel are possible. Since every room reacts differently, experimentation remains an important part of the setup.

Multiple subwoofers and dual operation

The SB-5000 R|Evolution can be integrated into systems with multiple subwoofers via RCA or XLR outputs. Multiple subwoofers can make the frequency response in the listening area more even, reduce peaks and cancellations, and reduce bass localization.

What does "active subwoofer" mean?

An active subwoofer has an integrated amplifier. In the SVS SB-5000 R|Evolution, the STA-2000D amplifier provides power directly to the subwoofer, while the AV receiver or preamplifier provides the audio signal.

Why an active subwoofer fits more easily into systems

An active subwoofer does not require a separate external power amplifier setup for the bass. The SB-5000 R|Evolution is powered directly and integrated into a home cinema or stereo system via RCA, XLR, or LFE.

15-inch driver with controlled movement

The 15-inch fiberglass cone offers a balanced ratio of stiffness and low mass. The highly excursive rubber surround supports long, clear movements of the cone, ensuring deep frequencies remain controlled.

The dual 3-inch voice coil stably transfers the amplifier's energy to the cone.

295 MHz DSP for room control

The integrated 295 MHz DSP manages the amplifier, drive, and driver. This allows frequency adjustment, monitoring, and protection functions to be controlled so that the subwoofer operates cleanly and stably in the room.

Technical Data

General

• Product Type: Active Subwoofer
• Model Name: SVS SB-5000 R|Evolution
• Product Family: SVS 5000 R|Evolution Series Subwoofers
• Area of Application: Multi-channel Home Theater and Two-channel Stereo
• Frequency Range / Depth: Bass reproduction down to 13 Hz
• Dimensions (with grille) 46.5 cm H × 45.3 cm W × 49.5 cm D
• Dimensions (without grille) 46.5 cm H × 45.3 cm W × 46.8 cm D
• Dimensions (packaging) 58.8 cm H × 59.8 cm W × 71.2 cm D
• Total Weight: 46.3 kg (device) / 54.8 kg (packaging)

Driver

• High-Excursion SVS Driver
• 15-inch driver / 38.1 cm
• Fiberglass composite diaphragm
• 17.4 kg ferrite magnet motor
• Extremely high-excursion rubber surround
• Dual 3-inch voice coils
• 6-layer bi-filar dual voice coil
• Copper-clad aluminum wire

Amplifier

• Dual-Mono STA-2000D Amplifier
• Two Class-D monoblock amplifiers
• MOSFET output stages
• Each monoblock amplifier drives one of the two voice coils

Power Supply and Cooling

• Performance-enhancing switching power supply
• Line filter
• Power Factor Correction / PFC
• FEA-optimized convection cooling
• No external heatsinks required
• Power connection: 100 V – 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz
• Power rating on the device: 2000 W

DSP and Signal Processing

• 295 MHz DSP
• Real-time monitoring
• In-room frequency adjustment
• Voltage stabilization for constant performance
• 120 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio
• Total Harmonic Distortion / THD: ≤ 1.00 %

App Control and Features

• SVS Subwoofer Control App for Apple iOS and Google Android
• Control of volume, filter, phase, EQ, and power settings
• Memory presets for music, movies, or night mode
• Parametric EQ
• Room gain compensation
• OLED interface on the subwoofer
• Display flip function
• Bluetooth lock
• Factory settings resettable

Control Ranges

• Low-pass filter: 30 Hz – 200 Hz in 1 Hz increments
• Low-pass slope: 6 dB, 12 dB, 18 dB, 24 dB
• Volume: -60 dB to 0 dB in 1 dB increments
• Phase: 0° to 180° in 1-degree increments
• Polarity: positive or negative
• PEQ Frequency: 20 Hz – 200 Hz in 1 Hz increments
• PEQ Boost: -12.0 dB to 6.0 dB in 0.1 dB increments
• PEQ Q-Factor: 0.2 to 10.0 in 0.1 increments
• Room Gain / RGC Frequency: 25 Hz, 31 Hz, 40 Hz
• RGC Slope: 6 dB, 12 dB

Connections

• LFE Input
• Unbalanced RCA line-level inputs
• Unbalanced RCA line-level outputs
• Balanced XLR line-level inputs
• Balanced XLR line-level outputs
• USB Type A port
• 3.5mm IR Input
• 3V–12V Trigger Input
• Power cable socket
• On/Off Switch

Operating Modes and Power Consumption

• Auto-Standby Mode
• Continuous Operation Mode
• Trigger Mode when 3.5mm trigger cable is connected
• Power consumption off: < 0.3 W
• Automatic Standby Mode: < 0.5 W
• Network Standby Mode with Bluetooth connection: < 2.0 W
• Auto-Standby after 20 minutes without audio signal

Setup and Integration

• Integration into multi-channel home theater systems
• Integration into two-channel stereo systems
• Connection via LFE / SUB1 to AV receiver or preamplifier
• Connection via left and right line level in stereo systems
• Multiple subwoofers can be operated
• Wireless connection via SVS SoundPath Wireless Audio Adapter possible, sold separately
• USB port can power the SoundPath Wireless Audio Adapter receiver

Scope of Delivery

• SVS SB-5000 R|Evolution
• Cover
• Power cable
• Device feet
• Documents

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