Skip to content

SVS - SB16 Ultra - Subwoofer

by SVS

Why Pay Full Price? Why Pay Full Price?
Original price $5,999.00
Original price $5,799.00 - Original price $5,999.00
Original price $5,999.00
Current price $5,399.00
$5,249.00 - $5,399.00
Current price $5,399.00
Availability:
In stock
Availability:
In stock

Voted Australia's #1 Hi-Fi Store by Sound+Image Magazine.

Trusted by 40,000+ Aussies who love our Award-Winning Service.

Our Thoughts

Welcome to the sonic innovation of your dreams; the SVS - SB16 Ultra - Subwoofer. A marvel of meticulous design, this groundbreaking, impressive model epitomises the passionate pursuit of ultimate sound perfection. Experience massive output levels, extreme low frequency extension, near-flawless frequency response accuracy, and remarkable transient response. This supremely engineered masterpiece, awarding SVS a new pinnacle in their journey, comes packed with innovative features, including a massive new 16-inch SVS Ultra Driver, the most dominating and impressive driver ever in an SVS Subwoofer, accompanied by a fully discrete MOSFET output and a staggering power performance. Incorporating the industry's most advanced 50 MHz Analog Devices Audio DSP, this subwoofer effortlessly pushes out perfect volumes of low-frequency energy with exquisite control. The top-of-the-line SVS Subwoofer App allows seamless control for fine-tuning your audio experience. All this technological proficiency, hoisted within an acoustically inert, robustly braced cabinet, makes the SB16-Ultra a game-changer in delivering inimitable, high-fidelity audio performance. Elevate your sound experience like never before with the SVS - SB16 Ultra - Subwoofer.

🇦🇺 About Our Award-Winning Service

Transform Your Listening Space: Personalised Expertise at Every Step

Ever felt the frustration of a mismatched audio system? The hours lost deciphering reviews, and the disappointment when it doesn't meet your expectations? We understand because we've been there.

Meet Stuart, Yvonne, Nathan, and Vaughan. But more importantly, meet the solution to your audio dilemmas.

Why Trust The Audio Tailor?

  1. Awarded Excellence: 🏆 Honored as Australia’s Hi-Fi Retailer of the Year in 2021 and 2022, and hailed as Queensland’s Best Hi-Fi Retailer. Not just accolades, but a testament to our dedication.
  2. Genuine Audiophiles, Not Salesmen: We aren’t just in this for sales. We're in it for the love of sound, and to enhance your auditory experiences.
  3. Personal Touch: Our commitment is to craft an audio experience tailored to you. Forget one-size-fits-all.

Our Promise?

To be with you at every step. From envisioning a serene evening with your favourite album to setting up the ultimate cinematic audio for movie nights. And once that’s clear, we’ll guide you on making it a reality - harmonising your budget, room dynamics, and dream.

What Makes Us Different?

We aren’t satisfied with the status quo. We rigorously test products, delve deep into the details, ensuring you get nothing but the best. We're about quality, not just brand names.

Act Now!

Remember, the journey to impeccable sound doesn't have to be solo. Let us be your guide.

Ready to Elevate Your Audio Experience?

Call 1300 308 711
Email sales@theaudiotailor.com.au
Or visit our Brisbane store.

ℹ Product Information

SVS SB16-Ultra Subwoofer

SVS SB16-Ultra Subwoofer

The SVS SB16-Ultra Subwoofer is not your average subwoofer. It combines formidable power with unmatched precision, delivering tranquil strength that is perfect for those who demand thunderous bass and flawless sound reproduction. Revolutionizing subwoofer technology, the SB16-Ultra offers massive output levels, extraordinary low-frequency extension, near-flawless frequency responsiveness, and precise transient response, making it the most uncompromising subwoofer on the market.

Product Features & Benefits

  • Unprecedented 16-inch Ultra Driver: The massive Ultra Driver, with its industry-leading 8-inch edge-wound voice coil, delivers superb control, accuracy, and extremely low distortion. It provides ultra-low power compression and excellent transient response, never sounding boomy even at higher volumes.
  • Potent Sledge STA-1500D DSP Amplifier: With a continuous power output of 1,500 watts and peaking over 5,000 watts, this advanced amplifier ensures high fidelity and uncompromised audio performance. The fully discrete MOSFET output results in precise control and superior handling of the immense amplifier power.
  • Advanced Smartphone App for Easy Control: Use the convenient app, compatible with both Apple and Android devices, to control all DSP functions and fine-tune your bass levels from your seat. It also allows you to store custom presets and provides real-time 2-way feedback.
  • Impressive Cabinet Design: The robust and acoustically inert cabinet can handle high levels of sonic energy, thanks to the double-thick MDF front baffle and rigid bracing. This ensures zero distortion or resonance even at reference sound pressure levels.
  • Enhanced Frequency Response: With a frequency response of 16-460 Hz +/- 3 dB, the SB16-Ultra takes advantage of room gain to deliver deep and precise bass reproduction across a wide range.
  • Premium Look and Feel: Choose between Black Oak and Piano Gloss Black finishes to complement any room decor, adding elegance and style.
  • Fiberglass Resin Composite Cone: The lightweight and resilient 16-inch Ultra driver cone is made from superior fiberglass resin composite, offering an ideal stiffness-to-mass ratio. This allows maximum displacement of air and sonic energy without any distortion or loss of control.

Specifications

Subwoofer

  • Product Design: Groundbreaking technology, rigorous design, and extreme testing
  • Major Advancements: 3 game-changing subwoofer innovations, including the 16-inch SVS Ultra Driver
  • Subwoofer Driver: Massive New 16-inch SVS Ultra Driver with 8-inch Edge Wound Voice Coil
  • Magnetic Power: Four massive, dedicated toroidal ferrite magnets
  • Ultra Driver Cone: Light and rigid, made of a premium fiberglass resin composite

Amplifier Details

  • New Sledge Amplifier with Fully Discrete MOSFET Output and 1,500 Watts Continuous, 5,000+ Watts Peak Power

Smartphone App

  • Innovative new app for both Apple and Android platforms for convenient control of the subwoofer

Cabinet Design

  • Acoustically inert, rigidly braced cabinet built with a double-thick MDF front baffle and rigid internal bracing

Frequency Response / Acoustic Data

  • 16-460 Hz +/- 3 dB

Subwoofer Specs

  • Finish options: Black Oak and Piano Gloss Black
  • Front-firing 16" driver
  • Rear-mounted amplifier
  • Cabinet dimensions: 508mm (H) x 495mm (W) x 511mm (D) (without grille)
  • Weight (unboxed): 55kgs

Driver Specs

  • SVS 16” Ultra-series driver
  • Four high-grade ferrite magnets
  • 8” diameter, high-power edge-wound voice coil
  • 78mm peak to peak Xmech excursion (65mm Xmax)

Amplifier Specs

  • Sledge STA-1500D DSP amplifier
  • 1,500 watts RMS continuous (5,000+ watts peak dynamic)
  • Efficient and cool-running Class D topology

Controls

  • Convenient front-mounted display with subwoofer controls
  • Three user-adjustable parametric EQs
  • Continuously variable volume/gain control
  • Continuously variable (0-180 degrees) phase control
  • Continuously variable (30-200 Hz) 6, 12, 18, or 24 dB/octave low pass filter frequency with disable/LFE setting
ℹ Specifications
Category Specifications
Product Design Groundbreaking technology, rigorous design and extreme testing in real world and laboratory environments
Major Advancements 3 game-changing subwoofer innovations, including the 16-inch SVS Ultra Driver
Subwoofer Driver Massive New 16-inch SVS Ultra Driver with 8-inch Edge Wound Voice Coil
Magnetic Power Four massive, dedicated toroidal ferrite magnets
Ultra Driver Cone Light and rigid, made of a premium fiberglass resin composite
Amplifier Details New Sledge Amplifier with Fully Discrete MOSFET Output and 1,500 Watts Continuous, 5,000+ Watts Peak Power
Smartphone App Innovative new app for both Apple® and Android® platforms for convenient control of the subwoofer
Cabinet Design Acoustically inert, rigidly braced cabinet built with a double-thick MDF front baffle and rigid internal bracing
Frequency Response / Acoustic Data 16-460 Hz +/- 3 dB
Subwoofer Specs Black Oak and Piano Gloss Black finish options, front-firing 16" driver, rear-mounted amplifier, cabinet dimensions: 508mm (H) x 495mm (W) x 511mm (D) (without grille), weight (unboxed): 55kgs
Driver Specs SVS 16” Ultra-series driver, Four high-grade ferrite magnets, 8” diameter, high-power edge wound voice coil, 78mm peak to peak Xmech excursion (65mm Xmax)
Amplifier Specs Sledge STA-1500D DSP amplifier 1,500 watts RMS continuous (5,000+ watts peak dynamic), Efficient and cool-running Class D topology
Controls Convenient front-mounted display with subwoofer controls, three user-adjustable parametric EQs, continuously variable volume/gain control, continuously variable (0-180 degrees) phase control, continuously variable (30-200 Hz) 6, 12, 18, or 24 dB/octave low pass filter frequency with disable/LFE setting
 More payment options

Pickup available at The Audio Tailor

Usually ready in 2-4 days

Transform Your Experience with SVS

Get expert advice. Speak with our team. We're Australia's SVS experts.
Voted #1

Australian Hi-Fi Retailer Of The Year

40K+ Aussies Trust Us

Decades of Experience

Highest Rated Hi-fi Store

Australia's Highest-Rated Hi-Fi Store

Ridiculously Good Service

AV Experts, Not Salespeople

Customer Reviews
5.0 Based on 1 Reviews
5 ★
100% 
1
4 ★
0% 
0
3 ★
0% 
0
2 ★
0% 
0
1 ★
0% 
0
Write a Review

Thank you for submitting a review!

Your input is very much appreciated. Share it with your friends so they can enjoy it too!

Filter Reviews:
JA
02/08/2024
John A.
Australia

SVS - SB16 Ultra - Subwoofer

I got great advice from Audio Tailor and their team,the subwoofer works seamlessly with my primaluna dialogue, premium HP Amp. No regrets at all money spent wisely

Based on 1765 Reviews
Mission - 700 - Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) Product Image
04/04/2025
Amazing product!👌
MarkSVG verified by SHOP
Polk Audio - Reserve R200 - Bookshelf Speakers Product Image
04/01/2025
These were my first hi-fi speakers and I absolutely love them, they sound incredible!
Jacob H.
Richter - Thor 10.6 - Subwoofer Product Image
03/29/2025
the subwoofer is amazing , has added the extra kick i wanted to my system and sounds amazing , the tunable ports is a great feature. the advice i get instore is always spot on
Gerritt W.
Richter - Merlin S6plus - Bookshelf Speakers Product Image
03/25/2025
Great speakers, nice build quality and always great to support an Australian brand.
Rohan S.
Atacama - HMS 2X - 600mm Speaker Stands Product Image
03/23/2025
Unfortunately, these stands, though well built, don’t perform well in “out of thr box” condition, having a ring and resonance from the undamped legs. It is possible to damp the...read moreUnfortunately, these stands, though well built, don’t perform well in “out of thr box” condition, having a ring and resonance from the undamped legs. It is possible to damp the legs, but this involves considerable extra expense in buying effective damping material. The top and bottom plates also have a ring, but that is more easily and cheaply damped, with a little d.i.y. effort. Atacama really need to go back to the drawing board for this one. I will eventually get around to damping the legs, but until then, the stands are an expensive shelving system.
Anonymous
SVS - SB-1000 Pro - Subwoofer Product Image
03/21/2025
Very good service & advice
Anonymous
Denon - DP-3000NE - Flagship Direct Drive Turntable Product Image
03/20/2025
There’s a clear reason why they’ve been voted the number one hi-fi store in Australia. The passion, expertise, and meticulous attention to detail they provide is truly unmatched....read moreThere’s a clear reason why they’ve been voted the number one hi-fi store in Australia. The passion, expertise, and meticulous attention to detail they provide is truly unmatched. The professionalism and support you receive throughout the process make all the difference. I highly recommend this store for your next purchase!
David Q.
Acoustic Energy - AE320 - Floorstanding Speakers Product Image
03/18/2025
The speakers provide excellent sound and look good in situ. May have chosen the walnut option if it was available.
Anonymous
AudioQuest - Cinnamon - USB A to B Cable Product Image
03/17/2025
solid build of a cable. only need it for streamer to dac. shortest cable does the job.
Andrew B.
Pro-Ject - Stream Box S2 Ultra  - Music Server Product Image
03/17/2025
Amazing sound for a fraction of the price. scored the unit half price due to the manufacturer having a 50% sale. once you get used to the app, its good. prob not as user friendly...read moreAmazing sound for a fraction of the price. scored the unit half price due to the manufacturer having a 50% sale. once you get used to the app, its good. prob not as user friendly as others but the specs punch hard.
Andrew B.
03/12/2025
Very good solid Rack fits all our components. Easy to customise Stylish, Well made and very easy to assemble. Modern sleek look Easy to handle and shift if needed 5 �����...read moreVery good solid Rack fits all our components. Easy to customise Stylish, Well made and very easy to assemble. Modern sleek look Easy to handle and shift if needed 5 ����� Glad we got this. Thanks Audio Tailor for your great service and product recommendation ☺️
Allan J.
03/11/2025
brilliant and friendly
Anonymous
Denon - DCD-600NE - CD Player Product Image
03/07/2025
I am very pleased with my purchase of a Denon DCD-600NE-CD Player. The CD player looks very sleek, was easy to set up, it is very simple to operate and the sound quality is...read moreI am very pleased with my purchase of a Denon DCD-600NE-CD Player. The CD player looks very sleek, was easy to set up, it is very simple to operate and the sound quality is excellent. Very happy with The Audio Tailor, my CD player arrived only a few days after I ordered it and it was delivered to my door. Good service and a great price I would highly recommend them. 💽
David L.
03/07/2025
Good products & service
JonSVG verified by SHOP
03/05/2025
Great quality amp at a great price. Purchased this amp specifically to pair with B&W CM6 speakers. We’re extremely happy with the music quality, mostly streamed via BT which is...read moreGreat quality amp at a great price. Purchased this amp specifically to pair with B&W CM6 speakers. We’re extremely happy with the music quality, mostly streamed via BT which is super handy and nice to have tech at this price point. Very easy transaction online and speedy delivery. Thanks AT team for the quick and easy online shopping experience.
J’aimee B.
03/05/2025
Very happy with the amplifier…. Take my Klipsch Forte IV’s to another level. A big thanks to Vaughan for his advice & service
Jon B.
Customer PhotoCustomer Photo
AudioQuest - SureGrip 100 BFA Banana Connectors Product Image
03/02/2025
Super happy with the sound quality. Improvement in tightness and focus with the considerable expansion of the soundstage.
Anonymous
IsoTek - V5 Aquarius - Power Conditioner Product Image
02/20/2025
I spent a lot of time uhhm-ing & aaah-ing over power conditioners before deciding to take a plunge. Wasn't too sure whether it would actually make a difference but happy to report...read moreI spent a lot of time uhhm-ing & aaah-ing over power conditioners before deciding to take a plunge. Wasn't too sure whether it would actually make a difference but happy to report that the expensive experiment did make a very positive & notable difference from the get go... For me, the music now feels more 'live' with extra soundstage, depth & presence. The V5 will be a staple in the system for sure. Well done Nathan.
Anonymous
SVS - PB-1000 Pro - Subwoofer Product Image
02/15/2025
I purchased a wonderful sub woofer absolutely love it but waited two weeks for delivery to Gold Coast in the end had to go pick up my self as could not organise delivery not...read moreI purchased a wonderful sub woofer absolutely love it but waited two weeks for delivery to Gold Coast in the end had to go pick up my self as could not organise delivery not impressed but do understand it was after Xmas and courier was also to blame Svs pb 1000 fantastic sub will be buying a other in next few months
kevin c.
Customer Photo
Rega - Turntable Wall Bracket Product Image
02/13/2025
This bracket works well and looks great, especially under my white P3. The wall wasn’t very co-operative during installation but that wasn’t the fault of the bracket. It’s easy to...read moreThis bracket works well and looks great, especially under my white P3. The wall wasn’t very co-operative during installation but that wasn’t the fault of the bracket. It’s easy to instal.
Scott H.
Rega - Planar 3 - Turntable Product Image
02/07/2025
Rega Planar 3 is everything it should be. Absolutely beautiful. Quality Perfection Simplistic.
Anonymous
Richter - Merlin S6plus - Bookshelf Speakers Product Image
02/06/2025
Very happy with how they look and sound.
Jonas C.
Audiolab - 7000A - Integrated Amplifier Product Image
02/02/2025
I've had some time with this amplifier now, and compared it to other amplifiers I own and I can definitely recommend the amazing 7000a. It does have a lovely warm presentation...read moreI've had some time with this amplifier now, and compared it to other amplifiers I own and I can definitely recommend the amazing 7000a. It does have a lovely warm presentation that is not overly analytical. It is in no way a "purist" amplifier, but what it does have is a bit of boost in the lower frequencies, giving it more 'presence' and making it ideal for lower-level listening (as I do), but it also loves some juice if you are that way inclined. The built in DAC is also excellent, making it extremely versatile. It is very well built and solid. Overall an excellent choice for music lovers, more than nit-picking "audiophiles" - this isn't to say it sounds bad, in fact it will only add to your enjoyment of music. The choice of options for the front display is also a nice touch - either "analogue" style or digital V.U. meters, for example (or other options). Note: I don't know what product a previous reviewer is confusing this 7000a with, but it does indeed have "volume and source knobs", as well as a MC phono input (although I didn't get a chance to use it).
Barry
Rotel - A10 - Integrated Amplifier Product Image
01/29/2025
Son says it’s great works well with the speakers and turntable he got from audio tailer
Graham E.
Pro-Ject - Debut Carbon Evo - Turntable Product Image
01/28/2025
Amazing manual turntable, lives up to all the raving reviews it receives
Anonymous
Bowers & Wilkins - 603 S3 - Floorstanding Speakers Product Image
01/24/2025
I came to purchase something specific based on online reviews. Would have been an easy sale, but they took the time to talk a lot more about what I was after and show me a variety...read moreI came to purchase something specific based on online reviews. Would have been an easy sale, but they took the time to talk a lot more about what I was after and show me a variety of options. Even lent me a pair of speakers until my order came in! Really happy with the result, great service.
joe r.
Acoustic Energy - Corinium - Flagship Floorstanding Speakers Product Image
01/20/2025
Beautiful sound, very neutral, smooth and polished. But will need a good high current amplifier to drive them.
AndrewSVG verified by SHOP
EverSolo - DMP-A6 - Music Streamer Product Image
01/16/2025
The team at the audiotailor never fail to exceed expectations. The Eversolo was demoed and explained with as much care, attentiveness and knowledge as they would when you buy...read moreThe team at the audiotailor never fail to exceed expectations. The Eversolo was demoed and explained with as much care, attentiveness and knowledge as they would when you buy something far more high end. They device was explained to me, they showed genuine interest in the system into it was going to slot, and there is no upsell or pressure of any kind. It is such a great buying experience which is why I plan to keep coming back as I build my system.
Anonymous
IsoAcoustics - GAIA II Carpet Discs Product Image
01/16/2025
Heard these floorstander footers at Melbourne Stereonet and they improved the clarity of the speakers in a matched a/b comparison so I bought them . Very happy.
Anonymous
Rega - Nd5 - MM Cartridge Product Image
01/15/2025
Im impressed at the difference the cartridge makes to the listening experience.
Michael M.

Compare products

0 of 3 items selected

Select first item to compare

Select second item to compare

Select third item to compare

Compare