Bowers & Wilkins 749ISW3 vs SVS SB-1000 PRO-GLOSS-BLACK
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Choosing between the Bowers & Wilkins 749ISW3 and SVS SB-1000 PRO-GLOSS-BLACK? Both compete in the Subwoofer segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Bowers & Wilkins 749ISW3 scores higher in volume/SPL, form factor, room fit. The SVS SB-1000 PRO-GLOSS-BLACK leads in audio quality. They score similarly in value.
Subwoofer performance depends heavily on room size, placement, and whether you prioritize output volume or low-frequency extension. The specs below provide the starting point.
The Bowers & Wilkins 749ISW3 holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the SVS SB-1000 PRO-GLOSS-BLACK may still be the better pick depending on which specs matter most to your setup. See the detailed comparison table below for the full breakdown.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Driver Size | — | 12" |
| RMS Watts | — | 325W |
| -3dB Extension | — | 20Hz |
| -6dB Extension | — | — |
| Phase Control | — | Yes |
| LFE Input | — | Yes |
| Line Input | — | Yes |
| XLR Input | — | Yes |
| App Control | — | Yes |
| Passive | — | No |
| Enclosure | — | sealed |
Key Differences
- Enclosure: Bowers & Wilkins 749ISW3 at — vs SVS SB-1000 PRO-GLOSS-BLACK at sealed
- Driver Size: Bowers & Wilkins 749ISW3 at — vs SVS SB-1000 PRO-GLOSS-BLACK at 12"
- RMS Watts: Bowers & Wilkins 749ISW3 at — vs SVS SB-1000 PRO-GLOSS-BLACK at 325W
- -3dB Extension: Bowers & Wilkins 749ISW3 at — vs SVS SB-1000 PRO-GLOSS-BLACK at 20Hz
- Phase Control: Bowers & Wilkins 749ISW3 at — vs SVS SB-1000 PRO-GLOSS-BLACK at Yes
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Bowers & Wilkins 749ISW3 and SVS SB-1000 PRO-GLOSS-BLACK compare to the rest of the field.
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