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Primare I15 MM Review
Primare I15 MM

Main Features

  • 60 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Phono Input
  • Weight: 14.30 lbs / 6.50 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):2-7/8 x 13-7/8 x 13-3/8 inch
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Primare I15 MM Review
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The I15 MM is an Integrated Amplifier by Primare that delivers 60 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 100 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms. Primare I15 MM lets you connect your turntable via its Phono input and start listening to your vinyl collection without a hassle. Primare I15 MM has an MSRP of 1995$.

Primare I15 MM Amplifier Internal View
Primare I15 MM Amplifier Internal View

There are 7 Primare amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.

Primare Integrated Amplifier Series
Model Watts RMS (8-ohms) Minimum Impedance Built-in DAC Bluetooth
Primare I15
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60 wattsN/A-ohmsNoNo
Primare I35 Prisma
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150 wattsN/A-ohmsYesYes
Primare I15 Prisma
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60 watts4-ohmsYesYes
Primare I25
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100 wattsN/A-ohmsNoNo
Primare I35
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150 wattsN/A-ohmsNoNo
Primare I25 Prisma
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100 wattsN/A-ohmsYesYes
Primare I15 MM
60 wattsN/A-ohmsNoNo


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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 Primare I15 MM is rated at 60 watts RMS into 8-ohms. Primare provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.02% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).

Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:

  • 60 watts into 8-ohms (20-20k) at 0.02%
  • 100 watts into 4-ohms
  • 97dB Signal to Noise Ratio

When pairing the Primare I15 MM 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.

Primare I15 MM Power Supply
Primare I15 MM Power Supply


What size of room is the Primare I15 MM Amplifier good for?

An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the Primare I15 MM amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:

Listening Environment Suitability
Near-fieldAverage
Small RoomGood
Mid-size RoomAverage
Large RoomPoor
Very Large RoomBad

Inputs and Outputs

Besides the performance specs of the Primare I15 MM, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers. Primare I15 MM has total of 5 Analog inputs including 1 Phono Input (MM,MC).

Primare I15 MM Back View
Primare I15 MM Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 5
  • Phono Input

Outputs
  • Streo RCA Preamp Outputs

Bluetooth Connectivity

Primare I15 MM 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 Primare I15 MM. 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 A14 MKII - MSRP 1600$ - Compare w/ I15 MM
  • LEAK Stereo 230 - MSRP 1695$ - Compare w/ I15 MM
  • NAD C 399 - MSRP 1999$ - Compare w/ I15 MM
  • NAD C 368 BluOS-2i - MSRP 1749$ - Compare w/ I15 MM
  • JBL SA550 C - MSRP 1999$ - Compare w/ I15 MM

Phono Input

Primare I15 MM features one Phono Input which is compatible with MM (Moving Magnet) type of phono cartridges, you can connect your turntable with MM cartridges directly to this amp without the need for a phono preamp. If you are using an MC cartridge on your turntable, you need to use a phono preamp that has MC phono stage such as the Cambridge Duo or the iFi ZEN Phono.

Subwoofer Output

Primare I15 MM 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 Primare I15 MM amp and your speakers.

 Handheld Remote
Primare I15 MM Handheld Remote

Primare I15 MM External Dimensions and Weight

Primare I15 MM has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 2-7/8inch x 13-7/8inch x 13-3/8inch (74.0mm x 353.0mm x 340.0mm ). The unit weighs 6.50kg / 14.3lbs.

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 Primare I15 MM is approximately 1200.2cm2 / 186.0inch2.

  • Width: 353.0mm (13-7/8")
  • Height: 74.0mm (2-7/8")
  • Depth: 340.0mm (13-3/8")
  • Weight: 6.50 kg (14.30lbs)
  • Base Surface Area: ~1200.2cm2 / 186.0inch2
  • Volume: ~8.9 liter / 2.3 gallon

Available colors

Primare I15 MM is available in Black and Titanium color options.

What's in the Box of Primare I15 MM?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of I15 MM:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control (C25)
  • 2 AAA batteries
  • Two 59-inch Mono-minijack cables
  • AC polarity pen
  • Thank You Letter
  • Safety And Warning Notification
  • Official Product Page

    Official manufacturer's product page for the Primare I15 MM Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
    Official Product Page for Primare I15 MM

    Warranty

    3 Years of parts warranty and 3 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the Primare I15 MM by the manufacturer.

    Primare I15 MM Detailed Specifications

    General
    Brand Primare
    Full Model Name Primare I15 MM
    Amplifier Type Integrated Amplifier
    Amp Class Class D
    Performance
    Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms 60 watts
    Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms N/A
    Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms 100 watts
    Frequency Bandwidth 20-20k
    THD 0.02%
    Minimum Impedance N/A
    Signal to Noise Ratio 97 dB
    Digital Music
    Built-in DAC No
    Bluetooth No
    WiFi N/A
    Ecosystem
    Apple AirPlay No
    Apple AirPlay2 No
    DTS Play-Fi No
    Chromecast built-in No
    Roon No
    HEOS No
    BluOS No

    CONNECTIONS
    Total Analog Inputs 5
    Phono Input Yes
    Optical Digital Inputs No
    Coaxial Digital Inputs No
    USB Input No
    Preamp Outputs Streo RCA
    Pre-out / Main-in Loop No
    Headphone Output No
    Removable Power Cord IEC 3-prong
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height 74.0mm (2-7/8")
    Width 353.0mm (13-7/8")
    Depth 340.0mm (13-3/8")
    Weight 6.50 kg (14.30lbs)
    Available Colors Black,Titanium
    OTHER
    Parts Warranty 3 Years
    Labor Warranty 3 Years
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    100 wattsN/A-ohmsNoNo
    Primare I35
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    150 wattsN/A-ohmsNoNo
    Primare I35 Prisma
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    150 wattsN/A-ohmsYesNo
    Primare I25 Prisma
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    100 wattsN/A-ohmsYesNo
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    80 watts4-ohmsYesMM
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