PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated Amplifier Review and Specs

PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated Review

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Main Features

40 watts RMS into 8-ohms
2-channel
Class A/B
All-valve, 4x EL34 output, 2x 12AX7, 2x 12AU7 input, push-pull, ultralinear, adaptive autobias
Weight: 39.60 lbs / 17.96 kg
Dimensions (H x W x D):7-1/2 x 11 x 15-7/8 inch

MSRP: $3,295 (list price)

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PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated Review

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The EVO 100 Integrated is an Integrated Amplifier by PrimaLuna that delivers 40 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms at 1% THD with the standard EL34 output valves. It was released in 2019. It is a 2-channel design using a Class A/B output stage. The EVO 100 Integrated is an all-valve design, running 4x EL34 output, 2x 12AX7, 2x 12AU7 input. Biasing is Adaptive AutoBias. Speakers connect via Binding Post. Its output transformer offers 4 / 8 ohm taps, and matching the tap to your speaker's impedance matters more here than a minimum-load figure would on a solid-state amplifier. PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated has an MSRP of 3295$.

There are 5 PrimaLuna amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.

PrimaLuna Integrated Amplifier Series

Model	Watts RMS (8-ohms)	Minimum Impedance	Built-in DAC	Bluetooth
PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated	40 watts	-ohms	No	No
PrimaLuna EVO 200 Integrated Compare	44 watts	-ohms	No	No
PrimaLuna EVO 300 Integrated Compare	42 watts	-ohms	No	No
PrimaLuna EVO 400 Integrated Compare	70 watts	-ohms	No	No
PrimaLuna EVO 300 Hybrid Integrated Compare	100 watts	4-ohms	No	No

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Performance Specs

One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements.The PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated is rated at 40 watts RMS into 8-ohms.

Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:

40 watts into 8-ohms (10 Hz-32 kHz)
4 / 8 ohm output transformer taps - match the tap to your speaker's impedance
90dB Signal to Noise Ratio

How loud will 40 watts actually play in your room? →

Which speakers suit the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated?

40 W into 8 ohms. We rank every passive speaker we cover against it on power, impedance safety and current delivery.

Listening level

Room size

Speaker budget

We check power, impedance safety and current delivery — not just watts.

When pairing the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels. Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.

What size of room is the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated Amplifier good for?

An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:

Listening Environment	Suitability
Near-field	Good
Small Room	Good
Mid-size Room	Average
Large Room	Poor
Very Large Room	No way

Inputs and Outputs

Besides the performance specs of the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers. PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated has total of 5 Analog inputs .

Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 5

Outputs

Speaker Outputs
Stereo RCA tape out Preamp Outputs
Yes Headphone Output

Bluetooth Connectivity

PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to stream your music via bluetooth, the easiest way is to connect an external bluetooth receiver to your PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated. Two bluetooth receivers that we recommend are the iFi Zen Blue V2 and the Audioengine B1.

Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:

Rotel Diamond RA-6000 - MSRP 4500$ - Compare w/ EVO 100 Integrated
Rotel RA-1592 MKII - MSRP 3200$ - Compare w/ EVO 100 Integrated
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 - MSRP 3249$ - Compare w/ EVO 100 Integrated
HiFi Rose RS520 - MSRP 3695$ - Compare w/ EVO 100 Integrated
Naim Uniti Atom - MSRP 3799$ - Compare w/ EVO 100 Integrated

Phono Input

PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated doesn't have a phono input so in order to play your vinyl albums, PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated has to be paired with a Phono Preamp that is MM (Moving Magnet) or/and MC (Moving COil) depending on your cartridge type.

Subwoofer Output

PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated has Stereo RCA preamp outputs which can be used to connect to a powered subwoofer via an RCA cable ( as long as your sub supports this connection).
Check our Powered Subwoofers page to find a subwoofer that will work with PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated amp and your speakers.

PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated External Dimensions and Weight

PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 7-1/2 x 11 x 15-7/8 inch (190.5 x 279.4 x 403.9 mm ). The unit weighs 17.96 kg (39.6 lbs).

Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base area of the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated is approximately 1128.5cm² / 174.9inch².

Width: 279.4mm (11")
Height: 190.5mm (7-1/2")
Depth: 403.9mm (15-7/8")
Weight: 17.96 kg (39.6 lbs)
Base Surface Area: ~1128.5cm² / 174.9inch²
Volume: ~21.5 liter / 5.7 gallon

Available colors

PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated is available in Black and Silver color options.

PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated Detailed Specifications

General
Brand	PrimaLuna
Full Model Name	PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated
Release Date	2019
Amplifier Type	Integrated Amplifier
Number of Channels	2
Amp Class	Class A/B
Amplifier Technology	Tube

Tubes
Output Tubes	4x EL34
Input and Driver Tubes	2x 12AX7, 2x 12AU7
Total Tube Count	8
Topology	Push-pull
Operating Mode	Ultralinear
Biasing	Adaptive AutoBias
Output Transformer Taps	4 / 8 ohm

Performance
Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms	40 watts
Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms	N/A
Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms	N/A
Frequency Bandwidth	10 Hz-32 kHz
THD
Minimum Impedance
Signal to Noise Ratio	90 dB

Digital Music
Built-in DAC	No
Bluetooth	No
WiFi	No

CONNECTIONS
Total Analog Inputs	5
Phono Input	No
Preamp Outputs	Stereo RCA tape out
Headphone Output	Yes
Removable Power Cord
Speaker Connectors	Binding Post

PHYSICAL SPECS
Height	190.5mm (7-1/2")
Width	279.4mm (11")
Depth	403.9mm (15-7/8")
Weight	17.96 kg (39.6 lbs)
Available Colors	Black,Silver

OTHER
Parts Warranty
Labor Warranty

PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated Alternatives in No Streaming Amplifiers

Model	Watts RMS (8-ohms)	Minimum Impedance	Built-in DAC	Phono Stage
PrimaLuna EVO 200 Power Compare	44 watts	-ohms	No	No
PrimaLuna EVO 400 Integrated Compare	70 watts	-ohms	No	No
PrimaLuna EVO 300 Hybrid Power Compare	100 watts	4-ohms	No	No
PrimaLuna EVO 200 Integrated Compare	44 watts	-ohms	No	No
PrimaLuna EVO 100 Power Compare	40 watts	-ohms	No	No
PrimaLuna EVO 300 Hybrid Integrated Compare	100 watts	4-ohms	No	No
PrimaLuna EVO 300 Integrated Compare	42 watts	-ohms	No	No
PrimaLuna EVO 400 Power Compare	70 watts	-ohms	No	No

Frequently Asked Questions about PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated

How much power does the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated have?

The PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated delivers 40 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms at 1% THD with the standard EL34 output valves.

Does the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated use vacuum tubes?

Yes. The PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated is an all-valve amplifier: vacuum tubes do the amplifying from input to output. It runs 4x EL34 output, 2x 12AX7, 2x 12AU7 input.

Does the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated need biasing?

Biasing is Adaptive AutoBias. That means the amplifier sets the operating point of each output valve itself, so there is nothing to adjust and nothing to measure - you can change tubes without a meter or a screwdriver.

How long do the tubes in the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated last?

Output valves are a consumable. In normal domestic use a set lasts somewhere between about 2,000 and 5,000 hours - a few years for most people - and they degrade gradually rather than failing outright. Input and driver valves last far longer, often the life of the amplifier. Check the warranty card before you buy: valves are almost never covered by the amplifier's own parts warranty, and are usually warranted separately for 90 days to a year.

What speakers suit the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated?

A valve amplifier is judged on the speaker's sensitivity, not just on watts. At 40 watts, the safe rule of thumb is a speaker of about 90 dB or better - an insensitive speaker will run out of headroom long before the amplifier sounds bad. It also has 4 / 8 ohm output transformer taps. A valve amplifier has no minimum impedance the way a transistor amplifier does; you match the tap to the speaker, and a speaker whose impedance swings a long way will shift the tonal balance slightly because a valve amplifier follows that curve.

What amplifier class is the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated?

The PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated uses a Class A/B amplifier design. Class A/B is the traditional linear design: it runs warmer and is less efficient than Class D, but it is long valued for its natural, low-distortion sound.

Does the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated have a built-in DAC?

No. The PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated has no built-in DAC, so a digital source such as a streamer or CD transport needs its own converter, or you connect it over analogue.

Can I connect a turntable to the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated?

No. The PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated has no phono input, so a turntable needs an external phono preamp (or a deck with one built in) before it can be connected.

Does the PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated have Bluetooth?

No. The PrimaLuna EVO 100 Integrated does not have Bluetooth built in; you would need an external Bluetooth receiver connected to one of its inputs.