SVS PB16 Ultra vs JL Fathom 113 vs ???


Looking for a high output high sound quality sub.  Read as must be capable of adding tons of clean low end for bass heavy music.  

Looking to keep it under 3k new or used.

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I had an F113 with A.R.O. which automatically adjusted one frequency peak in my home for a short time. It's output quality and loudness was very close to my Velodyne DD-18. I believe the JL version 2 with D.A.R.O. automatically addresses eighteen frequency peaks. Unfortunately this function is manufacturer determined and is auto only. The driver and cabinet are very powerful and are easily commensurate with its price. 

Without any first hand experience with the SVS, looking at the SVS manual it seems to offer a wider range of remotely automatic and manual optimization adjustments. It also offers three customizable preset equalization settings. Along with its remote volume adjustment the presets make the SVS subwoofer system interactive on the fly. Not a fan of ported subs, think two smaller units.

Have fun.