MartinLogan Motion XT F100 vs SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle
The MartinLogan Motion XT F100 is more sensitive (92 dB vs 88 dB), so it plays louder per watt and costs less ($2,500 vs $5,000). The SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle plays lower (24 Hz vs 31 Hz) and is an easier load for a receiver (6 Ω vs 4 Ω).
What each one works with
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| Motion XT F100 | Ultra Evolution Pinnacle | |
|---|---|---|
| Receivers and amps that drive it | 28 of 29, 14 after a setting change | 29 of 29 |
Specs side by side
Values that differ are bold. A dash means that model doesn't publish the spec.
| Motion XT F100 | Ultra Evolution Pinnacle | |
|---|---|---|
| Impedance | 4 Ω | 6 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 92 dB | 88 dB (2.83 V, 1 m) |
| Low end | 31 Hz | 24 Hz |
| Drivers | 1 × 32 mm, 1 × 165 mm, 3 × 165 mm | 1 × 25 mm, 2 × 133 mm, 4 × 203 mm |
| Size | 13×48×15 in | 12×50×18 in |
| Recommended amplifier power | 20–450 W | 20–300 W |
| Weight | 34.5 kg (76.1 lb) | 43.9 kg (96.8 lb) |
| MSRP | $2,500 each (MSRP, September 2026) | $5,000 a pair (MSRP, September 2026) |
Every spec and pairing: MartinLogan Motion XT F100, SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle.
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References
- MartinLogan Motion XT F100: Spec sheet, martinlogan.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- MartinLogan Motion XT F100: Retailer listing, audioadvice.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle: Owner's manual, avstyle.nl, retrieved September 15, 2026
- SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle: Independent measurement, ecoustics.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle: Independent measurement, hometheaterhifi.com, retrieved September 16, 2026
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