Polk Monitor XT12 vs SVS PB-3000
The Polk Monitor XT12 has speaker-level inputs and costs less ($399 vs $1,500). The SVS PB-3000 has more amplifier power (800 W vs 50 W), has a bigger driver (13 in vs 12 in) and plays lower (16 Hz vs 24 Hz).
What each one works with
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| Monitor XT12 | PB-3000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Receivers it connects to | 26 of 26 | 26 of 26 |
Specs side by side
Values that differ are bold. A dash means that model doesn't publish the spec.
| Monitor XT12 | PB-3000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Amplifier | 50 W | 800 W |
| Drivers | 1 × 305 mm | 1 × 330 mm |
| Low end | 24 Hz | 16 Hz |
| Inputs | Line, speaker-level | Line |
| Size | 16×16×18 in | 18×22×23 in |
| Weight | 17.7 kg (39 lb) | 37.3 kg (82.2 lb) |
| MSRP | $399 each (MSRP, September 2026) | $1,500 each (MSRP, September 2026) |
Every spec and pairing: Polk Monitor XT12, SVS PB-3000.
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References
- Polk Monitor XT12: Spec sheet, polkaudio.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Polk Monitor XT12: Owner's manual, polkaudio.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Polk Monitor XT12: Manufacturer product page, polkaudio.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Polk Monitor XT12: Manufacturer product page, polkaudio.com, retrieved September 15, 2026 (2)
- SVS PB-3000: Manufacturer product page, svsound.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- SVS PB-3000: Owner's manual, cdn.shopify.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
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