The Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase is a streaming integrated amplifier by SVS that delivers 150 watts x 2 channels into 4ohms. It was released in November 2022. It is a 2-channel design using a Class D output stage. A minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes it compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. It has a built-in DAC, so you can play digital sources directly with no separate DAC unit needed. The SVS Prime SoundBase has an MSRP of $699.
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 SVS Prime SoundBase is rated at 75 watts RMS into 8-ohms.
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 75 watts into 8-ohms (10 Hz-20 kHz)
- 150 watts into 4-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
- 90dB Signal to Noise Ratio
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Which speakers suit the SVS Prime SoundBase?
75 W into 8 ohms, 150 W into 4, rated down to 4 ohms.
We rank every passive speaker we cover against it on power, impedance safety and current
delivery.
Need more power?
SVS Prime SoundBase is rated at 75 watts into 8 ohms, which puts it in our 61 to 90 watts band. The next band up is 91 to 120 watts, which is worth about 1.5dB 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. Plenty of systems are better served by the Up to 60 watts band and better speakers.
When pairing the SVS Prime SoundBase 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 SVS Prime SoundBase Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the SVS Prime SoundBase amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:
| Listening Environment |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Average |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Average |
| Very Large Room | Poor |
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the SVS Prime SoundBase, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
SVS Prime SoundBase has total of 2 Analog inputs .
SVS Prime SoundBase Back View (Click the image for the larger version)
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
- 1 Optical Digital Input
- USB Input:
- USB-A(power and service only)
Outputs
- Speaker Outputs
- Stereo RCA, Sub out Preamp Outputs
- 3.5mm Headphone Output
- Subwoofer Output (1)
Bluetooth Connectivity
SVS Prime SoundBase features built-in Bluetooth 5.0 for wireless music streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Windows PC, Mac computers/laptops.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
SVS Prime SoundBase supports the following Bluetooth Codecs when used with supported devices:
Phono Input
SVS Prime SoundBase doesn't have a phono input so in order to play your vinyl albums, SVS Prime SoundBase 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
SVS Prime SoundBase has a dedicated subwoofer output which can be used to connect it directly to a powered subwoofer via an LFE(Low Frequency Effects) cable.
Check our
Powered Subwoofers page to find a subwoofer that will work with SVS Prime SoundBase amp and your speakers.
DAC and Digital Music
The SVS Prime SoundBase's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC.
SVS Prime SoundBase Handheld Remote
SVS Prime SoundBase External Dimensions and Weight
SVS Prime SoundBase has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 3.23inch x 9.10inch x 8.81inch (82.0mm x 230.8mm x 223.8mm ). The unit weighs
2.1 kg (4.6 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 SVS Prime SoundBase is approximately 516.5cm2 / 80.1inch2.
- Width: 230.8mm (9.10")
- Height: 82.0mm (3.23")
- Depth: 223.8mm (8.81")
- Weight: 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~516.5cm2 / 80.1inch2
- Volume: ~4.2 liter / 1.1 gallon
Available colors
SVS Prime SoundBase is available in Black color options.
Warranty
2 Years of parts warranty and 2 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the SVS Prime SoundBase by the manufacturer.
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| General |
| Brand |
SVS |
| Full Model Name |
SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase |
| Release Date |
November 2022 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Number of Channels |
2 |
| Amp Class |
Class D |
| Amplifier Technology |
Solid State |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
75 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
150 watts |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
10 Hz-20 kHz |
| THD |
|
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
90 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| WiFi |
802.11ac |
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
Yes |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
Yes |
| DTS Play-Fi |
Yes |
| Chromecast built-in |
Yes |
| Roon |
No |
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
2 |
| Phono Input |
No |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
1 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
No |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| USB Type |
USB-A(power and service only) |
| Preamp Outputs |
Stereo RCA, Sub out |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
No |
| Headphone Output |
3.5mm |
| Subwoofer Output |
Yes |
| Removable Power Cord |
Yes |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
82.0mm (3.23") |
| Width |
230.8mm (9.10") |
| Depth |
223.8mm (8.81") |
| Weight |
2.1 kg (4.6 lbs) |
| Available Colors |
Black |
| OTHER |
| Tone Controls |
No |
| Parts Warranty |
2 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
2 Years |