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. It was released in 2021. It is a 2-channel design using a Class D output stage. It also has a phono input, so a turntable can connect straight to it. The Primare I15 MM has an MSRP of $1,995.
Primare I15 MM Amplifier Internal View
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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 Hz-20 kHz) at 0.02%
- 100 watts into 4-ohms
- 97dB Signal to Noise Ratio
How loud will 60 watts actually play in your room? →
Which speakers suit the Primare I15 MM?
60 W into 8 ohms, 100 W into 4.
We rank every passive speaker we cover against it on power, impedance safety and current
delivery.
Need more power?
Primare I15 MM is rated at 60 watts into 8 ohms, which puts it in our Up to 60 watts band. The next band up is 61 to 90 watts, which is worth about 3.9dB more output. That is a real difference in headroom on peaks, and a modest one in how loud the system plays - power and loudness are not the same thing.
Before buying watts, check what your speakers actually need: the amp and speaker matcher works it out from their sensitivity, impedance and your room.
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
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-field | Average |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | Bad |
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 (Click the image for the larger version)
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 5
- Phono Input
Outputs
- Speaker 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:
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.
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
6.5 kg (14.3 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 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: 6.5 kg (14.3 lbs)
- 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.
| General |
| Brand |
Primare |
| Full Model Name |
Primare I15 MM |
| Release Date |
2021 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Number of Channels |
2 |
| Amp Class |
Class D |
| Amplifier Technology |
Solid State |
| 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 Hz-20 kHz |
| THD |
0.02% |
| Minimum Impedance |
|
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
97 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
No |
| Bluetooth |
No |
| WiFi |
|
| 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 |
6.5 kg (14.3 lbs) |
| Available Colors |
Black,Titanium |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
3 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
3 Years |