Overview
Big Bass. Compact Design. Unmatched Performance.
The SB-3000 Subwoofer delivers reference-level performance that defies its size and price. Engineered for serious home theater enthusiasts and audiophiles alike, this compact powerhouse combines a high-excursion 13-inch driver, Sledge STA-800D2 DSP amplifier, and an acoustically optimized sealed cabinet to produce astonishing low-frequency depth and clarity.
Designed to command any room, the SB-3000 delivers tight, controlled bass and thunderous output that rivals larger and more expensive subwoofers. Perfect for high-fidelity music setups and immersive home theater systems, it sets a new benchmark for what a premium compact subwoofer can achieve.
SB-3000 Subwoofer Quick Start Guide
SB-3000 Subwoofer Owner's Manual
Description
Unleash Room-Shaking Bass. Experience Precision Beyond Limits.
Built on award-winning SVS acoustic engineering, the SB-3000 Subwoofer delivers staggering low-frequency performance with unmatched control and clarity. Inspired by the world-renowned 16-Ultra and 4000 Series, this compact powerhouse brings thunderous output and sub-sonic extension to any home theater or high-fidelity audio setup—without compromise. Every element, from the driver design to the DSP amplifier, has been precision-tuned to redefine what’s possible in its class.
Next-Generation 13-Inch SVS Driver — Raw Power. Refined Performance.
At the heart of the SB-3000 lies an all-new 13-inch high-excursion driver, designed to deliver immense bass energy with razor-sharp precision. The ultra-rigid aluminum cone and proprietary injection-molded surround ensure flawless pistonic motion, translating every transient with speed, depth, and accuracy.
- New 13" high-excursion driver engineered for precision and authority.
- Dual 25-lb ferrite magnet motor delivers deep, responsive bass with absolute control.
- Lightweight, rigid aluminum cone with composite dustcap maintains perfect frequency response even at extreme volumes.
- Long-throw parabolic surround allows exceptional excursion for dynamic, room-filling sound.
- Every note hits with impact and intention—tight, fast, and immersive.
Sledge STA-800D2 Amplifier — 800 Watts of Commanding Control
Power meets finesse with the Sledge STA-800D2 amplifier. Combining the efficiency of Class D topology with fully discrete MOSFET output stages, this amplifier moves massive amounts of current with surgical accuracy. The result: effortless, distortion-free bass at any listening level.
- 800 watts RMS, 2,500+ watts peak power for clean, controlled dynamics.
- High-resolution 50MHz Analog Devices DSP ensures pristine audio reproduction and seamless room integration.
- Real-time tuning keeps performance optimized whether you’re watching movies, gaming, or listening to music.
- The SB-3000 doesn’t just produce bass—you feel it. Deep, tactile, and stunningly accurate.
- SB-3000 App - Smart Control at Your Fingertips.
Fine-tune your experience directly from your seat with the SVS Subwoofer App. Adjust volume, crossover, polarity, and room gain, or create custom presets for music, movies, and gaming—all via Bluetooth control. Real-time two-way feedback ensures every adjustment appears instantly on both the app and the subwoofer’s rear panel display.
- Three customizable presets for one-touch optimization.
- 3 band parametric EQ for precise in-room tuning.
- Full Bluetooth connectivity — no line-of-sight needed.
- Factory reset and naming options to personalize your setup.
The SB-3000 is designed to integrate seamlessly into your lifestyle—powerful when you need it, precise when it matters most.
Compact Design. Monumental Performance.
Housed in a sleek, acoustically inert sealed cabinet, the SB-3000 delivers reference-grade performance in a footprint that fits any space. Whether it’s the pulse of an action movie or the subtle rumble of a live concert, this subwoofer redefines immersive sound for modern home entertainment systems.
Specifications
Subwoofer Specs
- Premium Black Ash and Piano Gloss Black finish options
- Protective non-resonant steel mesh grille
- Front-firing 13 inch high-excursion SVS driver
- Rear-mounted amplifier with Intelligent Control Interface(ICI)
- Screw-in rubber feet
- Robust Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) cabinet construction
- Dimensions (w/ grille): 15.6” (397mm) H X 15.2” (385mm) W X 17.8” (451mm) D
- Dimensions (without grille): 15.6” (397mm) H X 15.2” (385mm) W X 15.7” (399mm) D
- Shipped Dimensions: 23.7” (603mm) H 20.7” (527mm) W X 20.9” (530mm) D
- Weight (unboxed): 54.5 lbs. (24.7 kg)
- Shipped Weight: 63.6lbs (28.9kg)
Driver Specs
- All New Proprietary 13” high-excursion SVS 3000 Series Subwoofer Driver.
- SVS first flat edge wound split-wind voice coil provides maximum magnetics at high excursion while reducing mass and improving overall driver efficiency. Built around a premium grade 2” polyimide impregnated fiberglass former for maximum thermal conductivity.
- Two massive, dedicated toroidal ferrite magnets generate unparalleled levels of magnetic force to drive the highest levels of excursion, SPL, and start/go power for the deepest and most authoritative bass possible.
- All-new High density FEA-optimized cast aluminum basket provides unequaled levels of rigidity, tensile strength, and energy transference available from a subwoofer.
- Four balanced 24-strand silver plated Litz wire high temperature leads woven through the 6.5” 2-ply Nomex composite spider provide a pristine electrical connection from the amplifier to the voice coil.
- All new 13” 1050 Aluminum vented cone ensures a light, rigid, and neutral radiating surface.
- Precision machined motor elements and narrow tolerance suspension parts produce unmatched linearity at full excursion for exceptionally tight and fast output, even at reference volumes.
- Extreme oversized low carbon vented 1008 steel U-yoke and top plate provide superior cooling and improved magnetics for maximum performance and efficiency.
- 6063 Aluminum shorting sleeve reduces gap induction and distortion, enhances thermal conductivity, and improve magnetic linearity.
- Nickel-plated high-tension spring terminals.
- Proprietary injection molded gasket and SBR extreme-excursion surround maintains ideal pistonic motion for pinpoint accuracy and control.
Amplifier Specs
- Sledge STA-800D2 with 800 watts RMS continuous power (2500+ watts peak dynamic power)
- High efficiency cool-running Class-D switching topology with massive 25 Amp 600 Volt MOSFET’s result in lower EMI and highest efficiency while providing effortless power to produce SPLs and low frequency output with pristine clarity well beyond reference listening levels.
- High resolution 50MHz Analog Devices Audio DSP with double precision 56bit filtering is the most advanced subwoofer processor available for perfect audio reproduction.
- Unmatched intelligence from user adjustable low pass, phase, polarity and room gain compensation with three parametric EQs for absolute best alignment with speakers and optimized performance in any room.
- Groundbreaking SVS Bluetooth DSP control app for iOS and Android devices with three user presets allow custom tuning for every room and system.
- RCA stereo input/output with ultra-wide input voltage for consumer and professional audio applications.
- All new rear panel Intelligent Control Interface (ICI) user interface with bright back-lit controls.
- Auto/On and 3-12V AC/DC trigger for Maximum Installation Convenience.
- Input impedance 16kohm (unbalanced RCA).
- Green 0.5-watt low standby power consumption.
- RoHS compliant, lead-free construction, world-wide safety certifications.
SVS App Specs
- The most powerful and flexible Bluetooth controlled subwoofer DSP app, works with both iOS and Android operating systems.
- Easiest and most convenient way to adjust crossover frequencies, parametric EQ, polarity, room gain and all other bass management functions.
- Three convenient custom presets allow for perfect tuning in any room or system, from your favorite seat.
- Single tap adjustment for controlling variable port tuning with standard, extended and sealed modes.
- Unique bidirectional feedback shows adjustments in real time on both app and subwoofer interface.
- Easy-to-follow tutorial provides clear guidance for all functions.
Included Accessories
Included With Your Purchase
- Protective non-resonant steel mesh grille
- Iso-elastomer feet included
- Extra heavy-duty, high current 6' power cord