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Primare I35 Review
Primare I35

Main Features

  • 150 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Weight: 24.20 lbs / 11.00 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):4-1/4 x 17 x 17-15/16 inch
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Primare I35 Review
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The I35 is an Integrated Amplifier by Primare that delivers 150 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 300 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms. Primare I35 has an MSRP of 4595$.

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
150 wattsN/A-ohmsNoNo
Primare I25 Prisma
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100 wattsN/A-ohmsYesYes
Primare I15 MM
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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 I35 is rated at 150 watts RMS into 8-ohms. Primare provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.01% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).

Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:

  • 150 watts into 8-ohms (20-20k) at 0.01%
  • 300 watts into 4-ohms
  • 100dB Signal to Noise Ratio

When pairing the Primare I35 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 Primare I35 Amplifier good for?

An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the Primare I35 amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:

Listening Environment Suitability
Near-fieldAre you nuts?
Small RoomBad
Mid-size RoomPoor
Large RoomGood
Very Large RoomGood

Inputs and Outputs

Besides the performance specs of the Primare I35, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers. Primare I35 has total of 5 Analog inputs .

Primare I35 Back View
Primare I35 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 5

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA (2) Preamp Outputs

Bluetooth Connectivity

Primare I35 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 I35. 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/ I35
  • Rotel RA-1592 MKII - MSRP 3200$ - Compare w/ I35
  • HiFi Rose RS520 - MSRP 3695$ - Compare w/ I35
  • Cambridge Audio Evo 150 - MSRP 3249$ - Compare w/ I35
  • Naim Uniti Atom - MSRP 3799$ - Compare w/ I35

Phono Input

Primare I35 doesn't have a phono input so in order to play your vinyl albums, Primare I35 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

Primare I35 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 I35 amp and your speakers.

 Handheld Remote
Primare I35 Handheld Remote

Primare I35 External Dimensions and Weight

Primare I35 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 4-1/4inch x 17inch x 17-15/16inch (108.0mm x 432.0mm x 456.0mm ). The unit weighs 11.00kg / 24.2lbs.

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 I35 is approximately 1969.9cm2 / 305.3inch2.

  • Width: 432.0mm (17")
  • Height: 108.0mm (4-1/4")
  • Depth: 456.0mm (17-15/16")
  • Weight: 11.00 kg (24.20lbs)
  • Base Surface Area: ~1969.9cm2 / 305.3inch2
  • Volume: ~21.3 liter / 5.6 gallon

Available colors

Primare I35 is available in Black and Titanium color options.

What's in the Box of Primare I35?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of I35:
  • 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 I35 Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
    Official Product Page for Primare I35

    Warranty

    3 Years of parts warranty and 3 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the Primare I35 by the manufacturer.

    Primare I35 Detailed Specifications

    General
    Brand Primare
    Full Model Name Primare I35
    Amplifier Type Integrated Amplifier
    Amp Class Class D
    Performance
    Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms 150 watts
    Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms N/A
    Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms 300 watts
    Frequency Bandwidth 20-20k
    THD 0.01%
    Minimum Impedance N/A
    Signal to Noise Ratio 100 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 No
    Optical Digital Inputs No
    Coaxial Digital Inputs No
    USB Input No
    Preamp Outputs Stereo RCA (2)
    Pre-out / Main-in Loop No
    Headphone Output No
    Removable Power Cord IEC 3-prong
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height 108.0mm (4-1/4")
    Width 432.0mm (17")
    Depth 456.0mm (17-15/16")
    Weight 11.00 kg (24.20lbs)
    Available Colors Black,Titanium
    OTHER
    Parts Warranty 3 Years
    Labor Warranty 3 Years
    Primare I35 Alternatives in No Streaming Amplifiers
    Model Watts RMS (8-ohms) Minimum Impedance Built-in DAC Phono Stage
    Primare I25
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    100 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
    Primare I15
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    60 wattsN/A-ohmsNoNo
    Primare I15 Prisma
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    60 watts4-ohmsYesNo
    Primare I15 MM
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    60 wattsN/A-ohmsNoMM,MC
    Cambridge Audio Evo 150
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    150 watts4-ohmsYesMM
    Rotel Diamond RA-6000
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    200 watts4-ohmsYesMM
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