SVS Ultra Evolution Elevation Speaker (Pair)
SVS Sound Ultra Evolution Elevation Speaker at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada The Ultra Evolution Elevation is a flagship direct-radiating Dolby Atmos height speaker from SVS (Youngsto wn, Ohio, USA), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. A larger, higher-fidelity evolution of the world-popular SVS Prime Elevation, the Ultra Evolution Elevation features a 1-inch diamond-coated aluminum dome tweeter with Organic Cell Lattice Diffuser, a 5.25-inch glass-fiber composite mid-woofer in a dedicated acoustically tuned internal chamber, and an angled front baffle with included SVS Multi-Angle Wall Bracket and magnetic ceiling lock, delivering a frequency response of 48 Hz to 40 kHz at plus or minus 3 dB. As part of the SVS Ultra Evolution Series, it received the EISA Home Theatre Loudspeaker Series Award 2024-2025. The Ultra Evolution Elevation delivers greater dynamic output, deeper low-frequency extension, and the same placement versatility that made the original Prime Elevation one of the most widely used Dolby Atmos height speakers in the world. Direct Radiating Dolby Atmos Performance and Multi-Angle Mounting System The defining advantage of the SVS Ultra Evolution Elevation over conventional ceiling-bounce Atmos height speakers is its direct-radiating driver configuration. Rather than reflecting sound off the ceiling toward the listening position, the Elevation fires directly at the listener from a wall or ceiling-mounted position, delivering height-channel content with full frequency response, precise imaging, and dynamic impact that ceiling-bounce designs cannot achieve. The angled front baffle is engineered specifically for this application, optimizing the effective driver angle for down-firing, side-firing, and up-firing configurations depending on the mounting position and room geometry. The included SVS Multi-Angle Wall Bracket system accommodates a wide range of installation scenarios on walls and ceilings, and the included magnetic ceiling lock ensures secure installation in overhead positions. A 1/4-20 inch brass insert provides compatibility with the SVS Multi-Angle Wall Bracket and third-party bracket systems, maximizing installation flexibility for rooms where conventional placement options are limited. This total package of acoustic performance and mounting versatility is why the original Prime Elevation became one of the most popular home theater speakers in the world, and the Ultra Evolution Elevation raises that standard further with diamond tweeter technology and a dedicated mid-woofer chamber not found in the Prime. Diamond-Coated Tweeter, Organic Cell Lattice Diffuser, and Dedicated Mid-Woofer Chamber The Ultra Evolution Elevation's 1-inch aluminum dome tweeter is enhanced through a vapor-deposition process that applies a diamond-like carbon coating directly onto the dome surface, raising its resonant frequency well beyond the audible range and delivering effortless, airy highs with no measurable distortion across the full bandwidth to 40 kHz. The diamond coating also pushes the tweeter's low-frequency extension deeper for more seamless blending with the 5.25-inch mid-woofer at the crossover point. An Organic Cell Lattice Diffuser mounted in front of the tweeter employs a semi-random pattern derived from organic cell structures to improve off-axis response and maximize the listening sweet spot, a critical benefit in an elevation speaker whose listening angle varies significantly with mounting position. The 5.25-inch glass-fiber composite mid-woofer operates in its own separate, acoustically tuned internal chamber within the cabinet, eliminating cabinet resonances and optimizing the acoustic separation between drivers for pristine midrange and bass output across all Dolby Atmos and surround channel content. A long-stroke motor and suspension system provides the headroom for demanding movie sound mixes, and the 2-way crossover with a 1.9 kHz crossover point uses premium-grade capacitors, inductors, resistors, and a heavy-trace printed circuit board for seamless driver blending. Compared to competing Atmos elevation speakers such as the Klipsch RP-500SA II, the Polk Audio MXT90, and the Wharfedale Diamond 12.0 HCP, the Ultra Evolution Elevation's diamond tweeter, dedicated mid-woofer chamber, and direct-radiating multi-angle design provide a decisive performance and versatility advantage. Cabinet Engineering, Finish Options, and System Integration The Ultra Evolution Elevation cabinet uses FEA-optimized 18mm MDF construction with extensive internal bracing and acoustic insulation to eliminate resonances and ensure an uncolored response at all drive levels. An extra-thick 25mm driver baffle provides a rigid, resonance-free mounting surface for both drivers. The chamfered front baffle minimizes edge diffraction for optimal off-axis frequency response, important given the wide range of listening angles the Elevation must accommodate across different mounting configurations. Available in Piano Gloss Black, Piano Gloss White, and Real Black Oak Veneer, the Ultra Evolution Elevation is voiced to match directly with all other Ultra Evolution Series speakers, including the Center, Bookshelf, Nano, and floorstanding models, for consistent timbre throughout a complete multichannel home theater system. Key Features Direct-Radiating Dolby Atmos Height Performance: Fires directly at the listener from wall or ceiling-mounted positions, delivering full-frequency height-channel sound that ceiling-bounce designs cannot match in imaging precision or dynamic impact. 1-Inch Diamond-Coated Aluminum Dome Tweeter: Vapor-deposition diamond-like coating extends high-frequency response to 40 kHz and pushes the tweeter's low-frequency extension deeper for seamless blending with the mid-woofer. FEA-Optimized Organic Cell Lattice Diffuser: Semi-random organic cell pattern improves off-axis response and maximizes the listening sweet spot across the wide range of angles encountered in elevation speaker applications. 5.25-Inch Glass-Fiber Composite Mid-Woofer in Dedicated Internal Chamber: The mid-woofer operates in its own separate, acoustically tuned internal enclosure, eliminating cabinet resonances for pristine sound across the full frequency spectrum. Angled Front Baffle: Engineered for down-firing, side-firing, and up-firing configurations to optimize driver angle and sound delivery across all mounting scenarios. SVS Multi-Angle Wall Bracket with Magnetic Ceiling Lock: Included mounting hardware accommodates wall and ceiling installation in a wide range of room configurations, with a magnetic ceiling lock for secure overhead use. 2-Way Premium Crossover at 1.9 kHz: Premium-grade capacitors, inductors, resistors, and heavy-trace PCB for seamless driver blending and clean transient performance throughout all height and surround channel content. Extra-Thick 25mm Driver Baffle: Rigid, resonance-free mounting surface for both drivers, ensuring accurate detail retrieval at all drive levels. 1/4-20 Inch Brass Insert: Provides compatibility with the SVS Multi-Angle Wall Bracket and third-party mounting systems for maximum installation flexibility. Three Finish Options: Piano Gloss Black, Piano Gloss White, and Real Black Oak Veneer, voiced to match all other Ultra Evolution Series speakers for consistent timbre throughout a complete multichannel system. Technical Specifications Type 2-way direct-radiating elevation / surround loudspeaker (sold as pair) Tweeter 1-inch diamond-coated aluminum dome with Organic Cell Lattice Diffuser Mid-Woofer 5.25-inch glass-fiber composite cone, dedicated acoustically tuned internal chamber, long-stroke motor Frequency Response 48 Hz to 40 kHz, plus or minus 3 dB Nominal Impedance 6 ohms Sensitivity 87 dB (2.83V at 1 meter, 300 Hz to 3 kHz) Recommended Amplifier Power 20 to 150 watts Crossover Type 2-way, premium capacitors, inductors, resistors, heavy-trace PCB Crossover Frequency 1.9 kHz Cabinet Design FEA-optimized 18mm MDF, extensive bracing, acoustic insulation, 25mm driver baffle, angled front baffle Mounting SVS Multi-Angle Wall Bracket with magnetic ceiling lock (included); 1/4-20 brass insert Binding Posts Single set of 5-way gold-plated Grille Cloth grille with magnetic retention system Finish Options Piano Gloss Black, Piano Gloss White, Real Black Oak Veneer Cabinet Dimensions (H x W x D) 11.14 in x 7.28 in x 8.79 in (283 x 185 x 223 mm) Overall Dimensions with Bracket (H x W x D) 11.14 in x 7.28 in x 9.82 in (283 x 185 x 249 mm) Connections at a Glance Single set of 5-way gold-plated binding posts (accepts bare wire, spade, banana, and pin connectors) SVS Multi-Angle Wall Bracket with magnetic ceiling lock (included) 1/4-20 inch brass insert for third-party bracket compatibility Cloth grille with magnetic retention system Awards and Critical Recognition EISA Home Theatre Loudspeaker Series Award, 2024-2025 (SVS Ultra Evolution Series) Frequently Asked Questions What is the SVS Ultra Evolution Elevation speaker? The SVS Ultra Evolution Elevation is a direct-radiating 2-way Dolby Atmos height and surround speaker featuring a 1-inch diamond-coated aluminum dome tweeter with Organic Cell Lattice Diffuser, a 5.25-inch glass-fiber composite mid-woofer in a dedicated internal chamber, and an angled front baffle with SVS Multi-Angle Wall Bracket and magnetic ceiling lock, delivering 48 Hz to 40 kHz at plus or minus 3 dB. It is a larger, higher-fidelity successor to the SVS Prime Elevation and was introduced as part of the Ultra Evolution Series at CES 2024. As part of the SVS Ultra Evolution Series, it received the EISA Home Theatre Loudspeaker Series Award 2024-2025. It is available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. How does the SVS Ultra Evolution Elevation compare to the Klipsch RP-500SA II and the Polk Audio MXT90? The SVS Ultra Evolution Elevation delivers a significant advantage over both competitors through its diamond-coated tweeter, dedicated mid-woofer internal chamber, and more versatile multi-angle mounting system. The Klipsch RP-500SA II uses a 1-inch titanium dome tweeter with a Tractrix horn and a 5.25-inch woofer in a single shared cavity without a dedicated driver chamber, while the Polk Audio MXT90 pairs a 1-inch tweeter with a 5.25-inch woofer without either a diamond-coated dome or an isolated woofer enclosure. The Ultra Evolution Elevation's vapor-deposition diamond coating extends tweeter response to 40 kHz, and its dedicated mid-woofer chamber eliminates the acoustic contamination common to single-cavity designs. Its 48 Hz low-frequency extension is also deeper than most competing elevation speakers, delivering more convincing low-frequency height content from Dolby Atmos soundtracks in Toronto home theaters and across Canada. What is the difference between the SVS Ultra Evolution Elevation and the SVS Prime Elevation? The Ultra Evolution Elevation is a larger, higher-fidelity version of the Prime Elevation and shares the same multi-angle mounting bracket system. Key upgrades include a diamond-coated aluminum dome tweeter extending to 40 kHz versus a standard aluminum dome in the Prime Elevation, a larger 5.25-inch glass-fiber composite mid-woofer versus the Prime's smaller driver, a dedicated acoustically tuned internal chamber for the mid-woofer that the Prime does not include, and a lower frequency floor of 48 Hz versus approximately 50 Hz on the Prime. The Ultra Evolution Elevation also uses the same premium crossover components, FEA-optimized cabinet construction, and finish options as the rest of the Ultra Evolution Series, making it the preferred choice for buyers building a system around Ultra Evolution Tower, Titan, Pinnacle, Bookshelf, or Center speakers. How does the SVS Multi-Angle Wall Bracket work with the Ultra Evolution Elevation? The SVS Multi-Angle Wall Bracket is a versatile mounting system that allows the Ultra Evolution Elevation to be installed on walls and ceilings at a range of angles. For high-wall mounting, the bracket angles the speaker downward toward the listening position. For ceiling mounting, the included magnetic ceiling lock secures the speaker in place while the angled front baffle directs the drivers toward the seating area. For side-surround applications, the bracket can be configured for sidewall mounting with the speaker angled inward. The 1/4-20 inch brass insert on the cabinet also allows the Ultra Evolution Elevation to be used with third-party speaker mounting brackets, providing even greater installation flexibility for rooms with unusual geometry or pre-existing mounting hardware. Can the SVS Ultra Evolution Elevation be used as a conventional surround speaker as well as a height channel? Yes, the Ultra Evolution Elevation is designed for use in Dolby Atmos height channels, side-surround, and rear-surround positions, as well as front LCR applications when traditional placement is not possible. Its direct-radiating driver configuration and wide off-axis dispersion from the Organic Cell Lattice Diffuser make it effective across a range of listening angles, and its 48 Hz to 40 kHz frequency response covers all content in modern surround sound formats including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro-3D. The included multi-angle mounting bracket accommodates virtually any wall position in a standard home theater room. What SVS speakers is the Ultra Evolution Elevation voiced to match? The Ultra Evolution Elevation is voiced to match directly with all other speakers in the SVS Ultra Evolution Series, including the Ultra Evolution Center, Bookshelf, Nano, Tower, Titan, and Pinnacle. All models share the same diamond-coated aluminum dome tweeter, Organic Cell Lattice Diffuser, glass-fiber composite driver technology, and FEA-optimized cabinet construction with identical crossover voicing philosophy. This shared technology base ensures consistent timbre across height, surround, and front soundstage channels, creating a cohesive and immersive multichannel presentation without tonal discontinuities as sound moves around the room. Where can I buy the SVS Ultra Evolution Elevation speaker in Toronto or Canada? The SVS Ultra Evolution Elevation is available as a pair at Vinyl Sound, an authorized SVS dealer in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound carries the full SVS Ultra Evolution speaker lineup and can advise on Dolby Atmos system configuration, mounting placement, and amplifier channel allocation for your specific room and receiver. Contact Vinyl Sound Toronto to confirm current availability in Piano Gloss Black, Piano Gloss White, and Real Black Oak Veneer finishes.
