God's Honest Truth About SVS Ultra Towers After 6 Months of Ownership & After Owning Klipsch!
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- čas přidán 30. 04. 2021
- My honest opinion of the SVS Ultra towers after owning them for 6 months. I came from the Klipsch RP8000F towers.
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absolutely fantastic review. I appreciate you not wasting any time
Tx for the review. A great amount of information without being snobby. Keep up the great work enjoy the music.
Thank you, much appreciated.
I just discovered your channel and I’m glad I did. I enjoyed your speaker review this morning. I really like your no stress no strain style.
Welcome to the channel my friend, and I really appreciate the compliment...thank you!
Great review. Can't wait to hear about your upgraded purchase. I won't spoil what they are for those that don't know,but I am excited to get your thoughts on those monsters
Thanks brother, as always I greatly appreciate the support. I am REALLY hoping that the new speakers are there when I get back home from out of town. Super pumped to see them and hear them.
Thanks Barrett for the great video.
Great video! It's pretty tough to beat SVS for the price. Build quality, looks, and sonic performance is all there for sure!! I never miss a video, keep em comming!! Cheers!
Thanks John, I hope all is falling into place with the move...cheers.
Great video Barrett, very well done. Picked up a pair of Prime Pinnacle from you and they sound awesome. Keep the content coming.
Hey Taylor, thanks for the support. I am glad you are liking those Pinnacles, they are a great little speaker!
@@SpecOfTech I currently have the whole rp line. They are awesome, but I feel the 8000fs are a little weak in the mid range and low end. When you are listening to music or watching movies, what are you using to run your speakers...
I agree, they look fantastic but can be a pain in the ass to keep clean and dust free! That said, i just dialed mine in decently yesterday with the mrx740 and wow! Also started listening to 2 channel FLAC tracks and the sound is so good! Keep up the good work Barrett!
I concur with you. The Ultra Towers in 2 channel music listening sounds like you're at a concert. I have my Ultra Towers being powered by a sherbourn 1500/a amplifier.
Everybody says this but since I have put them up a year ago I havnt touched them once and used gloves so I didn't get any fingerprints on them and after a year I can finally see dust on them very little but I'll have to clean them soon. So how dusty is ur house lol.
@@brandonbrodbeck6688 our houselot is very dusty. We can have all windows closed for a week just using airconditioning and will still have dusting to do. I think its maybe the ongoing land developement in this suburb. Not sure, but it drives me crazy!
I agree with everything mentioned. My Ultras arrived yesterday and while it will take some time for them to break-in, you can see that these are quite a smooth and evenly balanced speaker. More to come once they are properly set up and tested.
I had mine for almost 2 years, and recently just redid the crossovers with high grade components (air core inductors, sonic caps and foils, etc), and now what were great $2K speakers are $3K speakers that perform far beyond many of the high end monitors in my studio, and better in many ways than $25-75K studio mains in top mastering studios I have been in. Room positioning and proper setup is critical, as is subwoofer placement and config.
I just subscribed and gave you a like because NOW I want to hear more of your "honest" reviews. You are one of the few tech reviewers that admit right up front that you paid for the speakers with your own money and were not comped with free equipment from the manufactuer. Nothing wrong with reviewers making a commission off their links. Understandably, we all realize not many could afford to "buy" every item they review . . . But take a lesson here from "Spec of Tech" and let the viewers know by a disclaimer RIGHT AT THE START OF YOUR VIDEO that you are being comped and you were sent free equipment to review and either keep or have to send it back. Then a viewer can make a more informed opinion on how biased your reviews are! I think CZcams should make this a "mandatory" disclaimer anyway.
Haha, thanks for subbing, and for the kind words brother!
Awesome review, very honest, Spec of Tech is the perfect name for your chanel, see you at 100 k subs this year/early next year!
Thank you, I really appreciate that. I hope you are right on the 100K thing haha, the goal is to quit my out of town job and be with my family more.
Nice video man keep up the good work buddy 🔊🔊🔊
Thanks brother!
Great review! Appreciate your "just business" approach, get to the point and bottom line. You should do well as a reviewer, good luck!
Thanks brother, I appreciate that...cheers!
Congrats on 8K, good video mate.
Thanks brother, much appreciated.
Hey man, loved this video. Grsat choice 9f music for the demo's. I almost wnet with SVS towers, but was in bestbuy one day and they were selling a pair of Kef Q750 for $466 for the pair. They had a few dents and dings, sound was perfect, just cosmetic. And since i have young children and this was such an amazing buy i couldnt justified paying for brand new speakers that my kids would mess with. Am very happy with the Kef Q750, but love the look and sound of the SVS.
Thanks brother. I have never personally tried KEF yet, but glad you are enjoying your pair...that is a really good deal.
I agree 100% I love my ultras, but it sounds like your ready to try something new.
I see the box for the actuators behind you! Looking forward to your thoughts on whether they're a good addition or not.
I can't wait to set them up when I get back from out of town. I am hoping they make for an excellent addition, and maybe...just maybe I will change my plans for subwoofers if they are.
Great video!
Thanks!
Nice shot of the Crowson's in the back...did you do a review of them?! I just recently picked up 3 and am really digging them!
I really love your channel by the way I have the same ultra tower speakers but as my center is my typical SVS Center I know you mentioned GR research and body trust me I got the kit for both towers and for the center channel 1st just to see if it growing improve sound and boy I was amazed so if you have extra chunk of change do you upgrade trust me you will love it 👍
Thanks man, I appreciate you watching. I am glad to hear you noticed a big improvement with the GR research modification. I did want to try the GR research mods, but I have since sold my SVS Ultra Towers for some Legacy Audio Speakers, there will be a video coming soon about them.
Can you explain the differences between the factory and GR mods sound?
Best audio review channel imho anyway.
WOW, what a compliment, thank you so much. I am glad to hear you are enjoying the content, I have some big videos coming up that I hope you enjoy just as much.
The gloss finish is high maintenance but it sure looks great. I’m so impressed with my Prime Series those Ultras must be incredible.
Gross finish 😅🤣
@@keepingupwiththejones2933 - Hahahaha thank you for catching that
I don't think the piano gloss finish isn't high maintenance at all. When I moved them I used the soft cloth cover cloth that arrived covered around them. It's no more maintenance than wiping down a black ash speaker every few day with a dust stick.
Do you listening to music on 2.1 stereo? or do you add the surround decode to it?
Curious what other owners are using to drive their ultra towers? I do not listen at reference level but would like to reach about 95 dB with headroom. Any suggestions?
It’s all personal preference of course, but I’ll be keeping my Klipsch 8000s for now. They sound too sweet on an Emotiva XPA 3 and Marantz receiver soon to be Denon processor along with a couple SVS pb3000s.
Dear buddy kindly suggest me which is ultimate Choice for Home cinema say Klipsch rp 8000f or Mk sound LCR750 my room size is 16/18
Having had some SVS speakers for a while, we're really curious to know how the higher-end Klipsch models compare! Might have to try them sometime. Great analysis & we love our SVS too :)
Thanks for watching 😁. I would have loved to compare these to the Klipsch RF7, even though the prices don't line up. I would love to see you guys do a comparison 😉.
Aren’t higher end klipsch in a different price range?
I really love this video man! And i'm happy there are more SVS Ultra tower reviews out there. I own them myself paired with an SVS Sub Woofer. Can you tell me, what is the rack you use to place all your gear on?
I subscriber to your channel! 😎
Hey brother, thanks for watching the channel. I actually did a video on those racks, and there are links in the description in that video which will help you...cheers.
czcams.com/video/wo4UPJbCgFk/video.html
@@SpecOfTech Ah, thank you! Will watch that immediately! 😎
Im thinking of getting this speakers Do you think the Rotel RB 1590 350wx2 would be good match ?
Derek I wish you could try some Tekton Double Impact speakers at least for the main fornt left and right and give us your thoughts. I built my own bessel array and they are amazing. Part of this is due to their high efficiency and part is due to the radiation dispersion of the 7 tweeters in the center at ear level. I have looked at all the arguments about the comb filtering effect but to my ears I like the dynamics! I made removeable panels so I can pop one design in over another for the tweeters and midrange for testing purposes. I do like the look of the svs and they are very clean sounding which is no surprise since they use mainly peerless drivers.
How do these speakers sound listening to heavy metal?
My klipsch sound great but I'm looking to purchase the ultra tower
Off the subject. How do u like that tonewinner amp? I want something for my 5.2.4 set up . It's a budget setup for now . 4 svs prime elevation, 2 -600m for surrounds , 1-r52c center ,2 -r 625fa towers, 2- 12sw with a marantz 7013. What do you recommend
I had no real complaints on the TW amps, they are a fantastic budget offering. Lots of power, and the build quality is quite impressive.
They sound really good I just bought some klipsch rp 280f And my center channel is the 505 Yeah so I’m just gonna stick from what I have I can’t keep switching I had pokes so I’m good where I’m at
I wonder how these compare to the klipsch rf711…thinking about trying these since I already have the rf711
Liked!
very curious to see what you're getting next. Another CZcamsr that I sub to bought a used set of the PSA speakers... now they're plain jane like JTR's, but they certainly have the size and sound quality to be end game. But unfortunately, you and I are in Canada a lot of the 'savings' gets lost at the border.
I have the SVS ultra towers, center, and side surrounds. Have you heard anything about the Arendal 1723 THX 8 inch versions from any of your audio buddies? I know they’re about twice the price of the SVS and I was considering upgrading to them if there was a big improvement. I’ve messaged a couple of the other guys that have reviewed the speakers but they have not gotten back to me yet.
Yes me too, I have 5 Ultra Towers in my system at the moment..meaning I plan for more but I’ve been interested into knowing what the difference with the Arendal 1723 THX 8in Version compares to my Ultra Towers..I would also like to see this review/comparison👀 Joshua Read My Mind!
Hey Barrett great review man.
You ever checked out the PSA loud speakers? Not a lot of reviews on them but they look great with dual 10s. Would like to get more opinions on them
Thanks brother! I actually was literally minutes away from buying a PSA setup before I decided I wanted to try SVS first. I would still love to hear them, but I have Legacy Audio speakers coming now
Look forward to seeing your thoughts on legacy as well. I think I’ll be going the route of PSA my self. Just wish there were some more respected opinions of them
@@ryancampos1435 I 100% agree, there needs to be more info on PSA stuff. I wish Tom would send out some of his stuff for reviews, I think the public would really love his products, they need more exposure.
Congratulations and thank you very much for your video. I am writing to you from Chile, I have the same speakers and my question is: what is the best amplifier for these speakers in your opinion? Thank you very much and greetings from Chile
Marcelo
Thanks for watching brother, great choice on the Ultras. The "best" amplifier really is a tough question to answer, because everyone has different preferences. I would say a good place to start on the budget side of things are the Tonewinners amps I have reviewed on my channel. There is always Emotiva as well, but the Tonewinners have a similar sound and technology for less money. If you want to start looking at amplifiers at a higher price point the Anthem amps are great for their price as well. Look for something that has around 200 WPC, that should be plenty to drive these.
I wanna know where you got that super freaking cool Amp Rack!!!!!! 😍😍😍😍 I need that in my life!
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@@SpecOfTech thank you!!!!!!
So no covers for them?
I would really like to see a magnat transpuls 1500 vs svs ultra tower test.
Therefore, if I have to touch my speakers or equipment when cleaning or changing equipment favorably, always with soft gloves. Unfortunately, I never see you guys on CZcams. So a must. I will. Don't have finger marks on my equipment and speakers. Hihihi👌✌😉👍
I wear the white gloves that came with my speakers when touch equipment, speakers etc.
interesting choice using a tower for the center. I love the way it looks. u think its a big advantage over using the ultra center? I'm not sure I'd be happy mounting my tv that high
Horizontal centers are inferior by design. They are simply a design made to compromise with the demands for fitting a speaker on a TV stand. Vertical speakers will offer a cleaner sound and less off axis wonkiness. It all comes down to the fact Horizontal speakers will always have a woofer out of phase as your ears would be different distances to each woofer even when infont of it..this of course goes from not a problem to wonky farther off center you sit. It's not the end of the world but having Vertical is key to getting a great response in all seats.
Man that dark jazz club in autumn sounds amazing on these. Is this review just the lcr speakers without subs? Also what recievers and amps you use? Im getting a 7.2 setup might make it 9.2.2 or 9.2.4 in the future but going to start with 7.2 first. 7 in ceiling speakers any recommendations for in ceiling speakers? For my taste i think svs is perfect for me all around. My basement is like 26x30 will these be enough to fill the room?
I was running them without subwoofers in the demos. I haven't really experienced many in ceiling speakers, but I have heard good things about the Paradigm in ceilings. The Ultras would fill your room, just make sure to feed them around 200 WPC and you should be good to push them to levels that are uncomfortable for your ears.
@@SpecOfTech awesome thanks.. most tech companies don't explain how to power there speakers properly this is an ongoing issue. Any recommendations on recievers and amps to use to power these speakers? Also ill probably start with 2 svs 16" subs do those have built in amps?
How would you compare the SVS Ultra Towers to the Paradigm Founder 120H considering price and all your thoughts? Not a fair comparison, but still, if I had the money, would I need the 120H for much, much more money if I just need a very detailed and much warmer than Klipsch's bright-in-the-face sound, with great soundstage as well? Bass might not be a factor here, since I can hook up a sub separately anyway and still spend much less than the 120H, right?
A side question: does the jazz song (the first one in the demo) sound much-less fatiguing than Klipsch? I specifically don't like the 1-3K Hz range where that song plays if it is overexaggerated on speakers, especially when it is "in your face" sharp.
That would be tough for me to answer for you. The Founder 120H are a much better speaker, detailed yet tame highs, a slightly warm presentation with phenomenal bass. The SVS Ultras are a great speaker at their price, but they can't really compare to something that costs as much as the 120H. The 120H is a vastly better speaker, but it also has a much higher price tag. Even with the bass aside the 120H is better, but again, the Ultras perform great for their price range.
The Ultra towers and the 120H are not an in your face speaker like Klipsch is. Although, Klipsch has now flattened their response with the second version of the RP line. They are still a horn tweeter though, so in your face, but soundstage and imaging are great with that type of speaker.
@@SpecOfTech Thank you! Tough question and informative answer, helped a lot for my decision! They both seem to be what I need, just different tiers. Now I need to decide on budget.
What amps do you recommend for both? My amp is not that cheap - Cambridge CX A81, not sure if you've heard of it, but do you think it will it be enough at least for the SVS? So far I know that its DAC is worse than my headphone dac, so I'm a bit worried I need to spend a lot for a new amp too.
Are they made for a big room or small or what do you think? My room is 15x13 9 ft ceiling So did you like them for music better or movies?
Yes these would be suited for a large room, but would also sound great in a smaller room. They perform very well for both movies and music, but really surprised me at how balanced they were for music.
I have a question where people put a tower speaker for the back but many people put a bookself speaker which is better?
Well in most cases a tower will have better performance that its little brother bookshelf from the same product line. That being said, for the most part you won't make good on that performance bump because a rear speaker is used very little in soundtracks. Long story short, IMO, using a tower is more a personal preference than it is for performance.
Was two or three speakers playing in your demo? They look lovely!
Only the left and right were playing.
Great video but I cant get rid of my Klipsch speakers. I am a Klipsch guy and I love the sound I get in my HT setup.
I believe Klipsch offer a great value as well.
Got my 8000fs for 1k for the pair. For that price they are insane value imo.
I agree man, great buy!
@@SpecOfTech for sure!!!! btw when is ur new gear supposed to arrive?
I am wavering about adding a pair of the Polk Legend L800's and the center legend as well, my Ultra's are alone in the front now. the SVS Ultra is not impressive to me. PS: four receivers mean I am not satisfied with that either.
The klipsch have since updated the RP8000 to FII. Vast improvement over the F.
Would it be fair to put these up against the Klipsch RF-7IIIs?
Price wise it wouldn't be fair. But I am a firm believer that you can really compare anything, as long as the price difference is kept at the forefront.
This review sold me. My SVS ultra towers and the ultra center speaker (piano black), will arrive today and I can hardly wait. I usually use 14 gauge speaker wire. Is that heavy enough or do you recommend something else? Thanks
Congrats my friend! 14 gauge is plenty.
@@SpecOfTech Holy crap!! I knew these ultra towers would be big, but dang lol. I love them already and i have not even hooked them up yet. I have an Onkyo TX-RZ50 that's suppose to be delivered Sunday. Hopefully it can handle them and t he ultra center. Thanks again for your reviews and I did subscribe to your channel.
I have SVS Prime towers and Center. I have my thoughts on the Ultra Tower and Center or perhaps PSA MTM210t and 210c.
How is having the center being a non center specific speaker? I usually like with a dedicated center, but any speaker can be a cenetr.
Here is the video I did that explains it in detail. czcams.com/video/reidG6Qjtwg/video.html
Hello there, I am starting my home theater and I am deciding between the Polk Reserve vs SVS Ultra. which speakers would you recommend for my 6K budget.
I can't speak on the Polk Reserve because I have never heard them, but I have read they are quite good. IMO the SVS Ultras look better, and I know personally they sound great. My advice would be for you to demo both speakers and see which sound signature you prefer. I know that SVS offers a risk free in home trial, so that could be something you could take advantage of.
I have the polk r700 and the base is just not that good, the mids are just ok, highs are good, I'm returning them, and going to try the SVS Ultra. My problem is how good should a speaker be for 2k? I have a Mcintosh 6900, belles reference 350a, and a Yaqin ms-20L, so the issue is not the equipment, but what does 2k really get you in the speaker department?
@@jerryjohnson3801 Hey sir, did you try the SVS Ultra route? If so, how do you like them? I’m starting a dedicated ht build and trying to decide which route to go! Room is 25’ long by 13’ wide. Thanks
Do You also have the SVS pinnacles in Your system? I have an all SVS 5.2.2 now Primes and 4 satellites plus 2 PB-1000s. almost 5 years now thinking of adding new mains or subs.
I did have the Pinnacles, they were my rear surrounds.
@@SpecOfTech I'm thinking of getting them and moving primes to rear surrounds or getting 2 PB-1000 pros. and new AVR for 7.2.2
They do play well....only after crossover upgrade ;)
Like in all speakers 😂
Can’t understand how you can have the tv so high up on the wall. Maybe isn’t that bad in reality but in the video it looks like you would get neck pain from that 😅 Thanks for the video!
lol, it is pretty high up, I believe it is about 47" from the floor. I actually prefer it higher up, because I have recliners and when reclined it is more natural for my neck to look at a higher screen than to look at one close to the floor. Thanks for watching :)!
@@SpecOfTech That’s understandable. There’s usually a good reason behind most stuff 😉 I don’t have my tv that high up. Love the videos, please keep it up 👍🏼
These speakers remind me of the Daleks from Dr Who!
Are these as good or better than klipsch rp-8000f? In the UK you don't see Klipsch speakers much. The svs ultra towers are like $3,846 US dollars and they got 2 star reviews from What hifi. Which is our number 1 hifi magazine. So not worth that price. They klipsch however we can get for under 2k.
All being equal on price, which is better for movies?
All equal on price, I preferred the SVS Ultras over the Klipsch RP8000's.
Dude, your uk magazine is biased. Many good products got low rating there unless its British
@@wadimek116 I don't know. The thing is the British are amazing at making speakers. We have a long heritage of speaker manufacture and we have very nerdy audiophiles here in the UK. I like hearing what the Americans have to say because I think they look for similar things from speakers like watching movies were sound is exaggerated and in your face. Audiophiles here wear wooly jumpers and will listen to things I've never heard of and would almost certainly hate what I listen to / watch.
@@booshallmighty I love many british speakers, especially speakers like tannoys xt8f which are phenomenal for the price. I just think that whathifi is really biassed against balanced sounding brands or us brands.
Owner of these speakers they are kickass 😂
If these speakers were available in flat black, no more glare issues.
I like good bass
The explosion of superficially in this era, incredible. The grills, gloss finish fingerprints,etc.
Everyone has different priorities and value metrics when it comes to products. But guess what, it's okay for someone's ideas to be different than yours!
Actually they are "Black Oak Veneer" not Black Ash. Just a little correction. 😉🙂
NCS on youtube have alot of copyrightfree music. Maby not what you want for your demoes but they are free to use. Anyway. I really love your channel and the content you bring to the table.
That one detail that got me was. The wife factor. It is indeed importent too. Anyway, much to your better half for letting you have this wonderfull hobby. 6Months ago i picked up 6 Polk bookshelf Speakers and ofc a Polk center too. Using my old cerwin vega 15" Sub. Wow what a nice little systen i got. Small room. 7.1. Ofc this is not even close to any of the systems i see online or your´s. But hey. It works for me and i can put out serious sound when needed. I did pick Polk over SVS and Klipsch. But since the Polk is out now, at least the model i use. I will look for new system again.
Either SVS or full 7.1 JTR system. Yeah in a small room.
Anyway. Merry late x-mas and do have a dang good new year too. The wife and the rest of your flock too ofc. Stay safe and greetings from Denmark.
Thanks brother, Merry belated Christmas and a Happy New Year to your and yours as well. Polk makes some impressive speakers. I just reviewed the Polk R200 bookshelves and I was very impressed by them. Everyone has different budgets and different hifi goals, as long as you enjoy your system, that is what it’s all about.
These would be perfect if they came with a silk dome tweeters instead. And if they were still $2000 a pair.
Hey what crossover for svs ultra towers speakers cus my bass driver don’t move like that
I was using them as full range there, no crossover.
Ok cool do you know set them in full range on anthem avm70 or I gotta use arc two channel setup pbly
I never heard how 3 speakers sounds like( one in the center ) is it worth the buck ?
I believe it is. Normally a third tower speaker isn't that much more $$ than buying the compatible center speaker. Generally speaking a tower speaker will always outperform its series matched center channel. I did a video explaining the benefits, here's the link:
czcams.com/video/reidG6Qjtwg/video.html
@@SpecOfTech Thank you!
I’ve enjoyed your videos and learning a lot from watching. I have a question, I currently own the Def Tech 9060 tower speakers, I’m just starting out my home theater and thinking of changing to the SVS Ultra towers. Would like your advice on if I should make that change now and go with the SVS Ultra setup or stay with the Def Tech setup? Or suggest another speaker? Your help is greatly appreciative! Keep up the great work!
Hey man, thanks for watching! I don't know if you would see enough benefits switching from the Def Techs to the Ultras. I have not personally heard the 9060's, but I have heard Def Techs before and they are great speaker. They also have respectable bass with their built in powered subwoofers. They only way I could see it being worth switching, is if you listened to the Ultras and just really love the sound signature over the Def Techs, other than that they are both a very capable speaker.
Another speaker you could look at which in a similar price bracket is the Klipsch RF7 III's. If you are incorporating subwoofers, then you could also look at the PSA (Power Sound Audio) HT speakers, they don't have much for low end performance, but do an excellent job as a HT speaker. If you have a bigger budget, I have heard amazing things about JTR speakers, but I have not heard their speakers personally. If you have a big budget, look at Legacy Audio speakers. They have been having some issues with QC, and their turnaround times are long, but the sound of those speakers is truly amazing. I hope that helps my friend...cheers.
@@SpecOfTech I appreciate your response and the time you took with suggestions and other ideas. I will need to listen to the speakers you have suggested. Keep up the great work and will continue watching your content!
Great video. S L O W DOWN WHEN TALKING
2:00 "of this caliber" well, there you have your answer.
Title made me nervous. These or more likely the pinnacles are probably my next towers. Thought you might talk me out of it. Sounds like I'm still good lol.
haha, I absolutely believe they are worth a try.
I will buy the Ultra Towers over the Pinnacles. The bottom end of the Ultras makes it a more complete speaker. The prime Pinnacles will be great surround speakers IMO. Ultras up front and Prime Pinnacles in the back stage and surrounds.
@@rico9391 That is exactly what I did as well, that is a solid plan!
@@rico9391 I'm going to use them pretty exclusivly for home theater. and If i am going to cross over at 70 or 80 hz anyway to multiple subwoofers, the extra bottom end doesn't really benefit me, and the pinnacles are easier to place (in tighter spaces), and a little smaller and lighter. I also like that the drivers are all in the same plane, my current towers have side firing subs, and I didn't like it was much. $200 a speaker difference, gets me almost halfway to another PB 3000. Though the piano black is a better deal on the ultra's, it's included, if you go piano on the Primes, it's only $100 difference a speaker between the 2, at that point might as well step up to the ultra's if you have the space. The other benefit of the pinnacles, is they show up a lot more often and in greater numbers in the outlet.
The ultra's sound alot better than the primes. I have the towers and the bookshelfs. Best speakers for the money.
Hey man i have svs prime towers and i order ultra center you believe will much with my primes or i have to change it to prime center also what about audio ultra has better and smoother sound of prime because i heard its like Krispy and i dont know if the cinema has krispy sound i dont like the sound will be so much treble i like smoothness so whats your opinion please Little help Buddy 🙏🙏🙏
I believe that SVS has designed their speakers so they can all work together, I don't think you will have much of a problem there. I can attest to the Ultra towers being smooth and rich, I can't speak for the center as I have not tried it, but I imagine it will have a similar sound. So, if you are looking for smooth, I would suggest the Ultras. thanks for watching and happy listening brother.
@@SpecOfTech thank you so much Buddy 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😁😁😁😁😁
@@SpecOfTech am one last question buddy i connect today receiver and speaker's and i have only prime towers no center no suround no subwoofer you believe i have to do the audessy test on speakers or they are just fine ? Because here in Greece svs toll me not to do anything yet when im gonna take center speaker sub and surounds i have to do test with microphone not yet.. whats your opinion🙃😌????
SVS is quality and bang for the buck a great deal , but I'll put my Klipsch RF 7 ||| 's against them anytime and while I appreciate measurements ,there are numerous variables left out of so called measurements in real world listening and listening environments .Well done on the review though .
Not sure you’ll see this… but in case you do, have you compared the 2? I currently have the Ultra Towers and I am considering an “upgrade” to the RF7III. I’m wondering if it’s worth the spend. Thanks.
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You have to decide for yourself and your budget , either way you should feel good whatever choice you decide. There is no right or wrong , I know what sound I prefer within the comparison and price point
@@EM-ke8is I've previously had an Ultra tower system. I'm now considering the RF7IIIs for my next house. How are you liking them for home theater? Mine will be 90% HT.
Hey Are The Svs Speakers 🔊 That Much Better than the Klipsch???? Alot Of U Guys View Svs Speakers 🔊 Over Most???? I Have Klipsch, But After Viewing You Tube, Alot of U Guys Tend to Go With The Svs Speakers 🔊?????
I would say that the SVS Ultras are better than the Klipsch RP8000, at least in my opinion. I have heard that the Klipsch RF7's are better than the Ultras, but I have never compared them, so I can't say. It would also depend on what you prefer as a listener, but I think most would prefer the Ultras over the rp8000's.
You should do Danny's upgrade. Totally transforms a speaker when you can upgrade the crossover parts, and the cabinet treatments he gives you takes the cabinet away. I mean you really don't notice how much of what you're listening to is the cabinet. It makes it so the speaker is just floating in the air pretty much
I did think about it, but I have since sold these speakers to move to end game speakers. I ordered the Legacy Audio Focus SE towers and the Marquis XD center. I would have loved to modify 1 Ultra first, then compare it to the unmodified one. It would have been interesting to see how big of a difference it would make.
@@SpecOfTechLegacy, nice!
I did both rp8000 xo boards at the same time, then installed one cabinet at a time. For a time of about 24 hours I had one fully completed before taking the other one apart. So I was able to play mono tracks then just switch L&R for A/B listening tests! It is not a small difference, and you don't need a measurement or listening test to justify it, though they will. What im saying is, there is a huge and audible difference. The tweeters are way too hot on the klipsch and the woofers and tweeters roll off before they meet leaving you with an 8-10db dip in the vocal region.
I love the way they sound now and I think the norez just takes it over the top. I then did both my subs in norez.
I hear you with the endgame upgrade. My idea of that is to build either some of the x statiks or x otticas from GR. I also have a connection for Atlantic technology thx, ultra, and ultra 2 speakers, so I could get 40% off on those through someone I know at THX. I love the way their center is designed. Unlike klipsch. They actually have a tweeter between 2 mid woofers and then either 2 or 4 woofers to the side depending on the model. All center speakers should be designed like that. The floorstanders are like that as well.
I prefer a full 3 way design, but I would rather have the largest woofers at either 6.5 or 8". Because I have multiple subs, that would just be perfect for me. I love having those lower octaves backing up the vocal band with force. The GR upgrade made this possible with my 504c, but you have to be right in front of it. I can't wait to go back to a well designed neutral speaker with paper cone woofers.
Sorry, I ramble. I'll get into my upgrades in a bit. I just finished making 2 amps that power 11 speakers, so I can get a processor when the time comes. I'm in preamp mode on a denon for now, which allows enough voltage for the amps to reach their peaks. Now, im cutting the frames for these 6&8" acoustic panels.
The journey continues...
But to be honest the B&Q is no 1
Hey If U Had To Only Be Able To Choose From Klipsch, Svs Or Kef's Speakers????
That would greatly depend on the models of each.
@@SpecOfTech , The Latest Models Of Each ( Klipsch Rp 8000 ii Kef's R 11"s R 3's Ect.Ect Latest Svs Speakers 🔊) As Of This Day , I Would Say???? Which 1 Would U 🤔 👀 🤔 Get Personally????
@michaelburton5198 From those options I would choose the R11's. They should offer the more detailed sound along with good looks. I have considered buying the R11's for myself several times.
@@SpecOfTech Yes! I Love When CZcamsr's Like Your Self, Speak Their Minds And Just Bluntly Honest! I MOST DEFINITELY APPRECIATE U " SPEC OF TECH" I Hope U Do Get Them, Cause That's Where My Heart ❤️ ( The Kef's!!!) But All I Know Is Klipsch @ The Moment! People Are Talking Crazy About The KEF'S!!!! I Just Want To Know What I'm Getting Into , So I Need Eyes And Most DEFINITELY EARS 👂 LOL!
It sounds like an alto sax
Regarding the fingerprint problem - Stop touching them! Why do people have to constantly touch the gloss black finish? This is supposed to be a review of SVS speakers and as far as I know all the speakers in the world that have a gloss black finish have the same “problem” so it’s not really a problem is it. It’s kind of like saying I don’t like General Electric fans because when I stick my fingers in the cage the fan blades keep cutting my fingers off. Same with the sound being off because the speaker was moved. Really? The General Electric fan does blow cool air on me because I moved it away from my location. So in other words you found nothing wrong with the SVS speakers other than your personal preference for magnetic grills.
👍 Great observation, you are just so much smarter than everyone. Congrats on your elite status! 👏
Are they better than Dali oberon 9?
Hard to say, I have never hear the Oberon’s. I would love to try them one day though.
How do these compare to 60xti Martin Logan?
Hey Anthony, I have not had the 60xti in my space, I am not familiar enough with them to give you an educated answer. Thanks for watching.
Okay thank you,
Ooohh I Heard Focal Speakers Are Just As Good
Great demo, Thanks I own a pair of svs pb3k's and Ed @svs was amazing helping me dial these in with REW. Flat within 3db from 17htz to the crossover @80. My revel Salon 2's have that piano black, and I don't find them hard to keep clean. Just keep a soft cloth and Meguiars quik shine near by. I also own a pair of the Klipsch rp8000f's. I wouldn't attempt to play jazz on them. They are good for movies and heavy metal. And thanks I'm always looking for new content. So I fired up the Anthems and Revel's and it's "A dark Jazz club in Autumn" and it's Lou &J2X Gentlemen, I had to google to find them. Both on Prime Ultra HD. Good stuff
Thanks for watching. SVS has some awesome customer service! Flat from 17hz to 80hz, not to bad my friend, great work.
@@SpecOfTech Yeah thanks, it was all Ed. I just measured and did what he said. Of course my room is well treated, so it wasn't magic getting here.
revel good for music ?
@@junior-OG are you asking me if my revel salon 2’s are good for music? Ear Candy. I never knew music could sound so good
@@michaelkreisel3573 yes
Thanks
They are great speakers. To me, though, if I were upgrading into the $1400 USD ($1800 CAD) range for a pair of speakers, I would go for Totem Acoustic or Tannoy models in that price range.
The Klipsch RP series are more lively, exciting and detailed and can be had for cheap. SVS are awesome, but they don’t sound different than JBL, Wharfdale, or B&W etc. Depends if you like a more forward treble, which I do. Just my thoughts.
Do I detect a bit of Canadian in your voice?
You may even detect a lot of Canadian in my voice lol, I am from Alberta Canada.
No Copyright Sounds on CZcams. depositphotos, epidemic sound, Adobe music, Sound Stripe, Soundcloud, Audio Library, just google no copyright music.
haha I guess it was a stupid question. But, I meant besides the obvious free ones that us YT'ers use, and with Free music...cheers!
i'm stuck between Klipsch 504c & 8000f Vs svs ultra center & pinnacle towers
Personally I preferred the RP8000F over the Pinnacle towers. On the other hand, the Ultra towers were a significant step up over the RP8000's.
@@SpecOfTech I really appreciate your input, would the Klipsch system (8000f, 504c, elevation and surrounds, be better than svs( pinnacle, ultra center, ultra surround, prime elevation)?
@@RjTheTrigun No problem my friend. It is tough for me to say definitively. I have not experienced the Ultra Center or the elevations. I will say that the Ultra Surrounds were very good and I enjoyed them. I believe overall, the SVS will give you a slightly warmer balanced sound, but the Klipsch will give you slightly more pronounced highs which can add some clarity in movies/music. I would really encourage you to go with the Ultra towers over the Pinnacles if you do go that route, and you have the space to make them work. I hope this helps.
@@SpecOfTech svs advised me to go with pinnacle for my room and dual PB 3000, this is why I was wondering.
@@RjTheTrigun Ok gotcha, well IMO the Ultras provide much richer mids and a more tame high end versus the Pinnacles. The Pinnacles are still a great speaker, and I don't imagine you would be disappointed when paired with a subwoofer.
SVS needs to bring out a new flagship line and replace these. I don’t like the look and many reviews out there claimed bright and brittle. I own the PB 13Ultra sub and it’s a big winner.
I would like to see a new flagship from SVS as well, although I do happen to like the look of the Ultra tower. I am not sure why reviewers would be saying these are bright? When measured they do have a pretty neutral flat response. Unless those reviewers are used to a warm tame speaker like a lot of the British companies put out. Then listening to a flat speaker would seem brighter.
That's an alto sax... not soprano (I believe)...
Oh ok lol, thanks for clearing it up and for watching.
these speakers look like robot slick from interstellar movie lol
Never understood the practical desire for Gloss Black anything, even black cars, they rarely ever look good unless you obsess with them.
$2,800 dollars for two. $1,000 for two of the Klipsch 8000s. They ain't $1800.00 better than the 8000s. I'm getting the Klipsch for home theater.
That's true especially now 8000 II or RF line
For the price, the emotiva t2+'s are just better.
Interesting, hopefully I get a chance to hear them some day.
The Ultra Towers are definitely worth owning. The sound stage is wide and loud. These speakers can really fill a medium or large room with loud, crisp, detailed, and base heavy sound effortlessly. My Pioneer elite towers are more articulate in the sound dispersion but the Ultra Towers is in another stratosphere in everything else.
The Ultra Towers kill in both movies and 2 channel listening. Oh did I forget to mention, the Ultra Towers play very loud. They have a hard time trying to be quiet. Some people might not like that but it doesn't bother me one bit. As far as the gloss black having reflective surface, I don't notice any, but I have a a large panel TV in my theater room. So, maybe if you have a projector it's possible you might get light reflection off the piano black surface.
In closing, the Ultra Towers will change the environment of any home theater for the good. There's no other speakers on the market at this price range that can compete or beat the value of the Ultra Towers. You will have to spend twice the money to find speakers that can compete and even then the low end base of the Ultra Towers will still be better.
Svs I think is a warmer sounding - leaning towards a bassy sound- perhaps a little bit unrefined. Although I have never heard a pair.
So how do you know the sound profile without hearing it?
@@leerobertsiv447 he heard them in a vision.
Have to wipe off fingerprints and dust? Oh the horror.
Looks good sounds good.
That’s enough