JBL STAGEA120P vs SVS PB-1000 PRO-BLACK-ASH
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Choosing between the JBL STAGEA120P and SVS PB-1000 PRO-BLACK-ASH? 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 JBL STAGEA120P scores higher in form factor, room fit. The SVS PB-1000 PRO-BLACK-ASH leads in audio quality, volume/SPL. They score similarly in value.
Key subwoofer differences include the SVS PB-1000 PRO-BLACK-ASH digs deeper at 17 Hz (-3dB) vs 32 Hz. Room size and placement will significantly affect real-world bass performance.
These two Subwoofer options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Driver Size | 12" | 12" |
| RMS Watts | 250W | 325W |
| -3dB Extension | 32Hz | 17Hz |
| -6dB Extension | — | — |
| Phase Control | Yes | Yes |
| LFE Input | Yes | Yes |
| Line Input | No | Yes |
| XLR Input | No | Yes |
| App Control | No | Yes |
| Passive | No | No |
| Enclosure | ported | ported |
Key Differences
- -3dB Extension: JBL STAGEA120P at 32Hz vs SVS PB-1000 PRO-BLACK-ASH at 17Hz
- RMS Watts: JBL STAGEA120P at 250W vs SVS PB-1000 PRO-BLACK-ASH at 325W
- Line Input: JBL STAGEA120P at No vs SVS PB-1000 PRO-BLACK-ASH at Yes
- XLR Input: JBL STAGEA120P at No vs SVS PB-1000 PRO-BLACK-ASH at Yes
- App Control: JBL STAGEA120P at No vs SVS PB-1000 PRO-BLACK-ASH at Yes
Which Should You Choose?
Choose SVS PB-1000 PRO-BLACK-ASH if you want:
- + better rms watts
- + better -3db extension
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how JBL STAGEA120P and SVS PB-1000 PRO-BLACK-ASH compare to the rest of the field.
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