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Rega io vs SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase
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Rega io

Integrated Amplifier | 30 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Integrated Amplifier | 75 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Rega io vs SVS Prime SoundBase Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . Rega io is a Integrated Amplifier speaker whereas the Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Rega io and SVS Prime SoundBase first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Rega io Key Specs

  • 30 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Phono Input
  • Weight: 6.60 lbs / 2.90 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):2.7inch x 7.1inch x 11.4inch

SVS Prime SoundBase Key Specs

  • 75 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • USB Input
  • Bluetooth v5.0
  • Weight: 4.60 lbs / 2.10 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3.23inch x 9.10inch x 8.81inch

What size room are the Rega io and SVS Prime SoundBase Amplifiers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these amplifiers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their max power parameters:

Listening Environment Rega io SVS Prime SoundBase
Near-field Good Poor
Small Room Good Average
Mid-size Room Average Good
Large Room Poor Average
Very Large Room No way Poor

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Rega io and SVS Prime SoundBase compares and end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these amplifiers is the better choice for you.


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Reasons to choose Rega io over SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase
PhonoInput Yes vs No Connect a turntable directly to your amp
Height 68mm vs 82mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase over Rega io
MSRP Price(*) 699USD vs 725USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
App-Based Control Yes vs None Control the amplifier via an app
Watts into 8-ohms 75 watts vs 30 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Buil-in DAC Yes vs No Connect digital sources without an external DAC
Bluetooth Yes vs No Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Wi-Fi Yes vs No High quality streaming over WiFi
Optical Digital Inputs 1 vs No More options for connecting Digital sources
USB Input Yes vs No Connect Sources via USB
Preamp Outputs Stereo RCA, Sub out vs No Connect a powered subwoofer or second amplifier.
Apple AirPlay Yes vs No Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay
Apple AirPlay 2 Yes vs No Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay 2
DTS Play-Fi Yes vs No Compatible with the DTS Play-Fi ecosystem
Built-in Chromecast Yes vs No Compatible with Chromecast Streaming
Built-in Chromecast Yes vs No Compatible with Chromecast Streaming
Base Surface Area 513.0cm2/ 79.5inch2 vs 522.0cm2/ 80.9inch2 takes less space in your room

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the Rega io and SVS Prime SoundBase differs from each other.

Rega io Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
  • Phono Input
SVS Prime SoundBase Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
  • 1 Optical Digital Input
  • USB Input:
    • USB-A(power and service only)
  • Ethernet Port
Rega io Back View
Rega io Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • 3.5mm Headphone Output
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA, Sub out Preamp Outputs
  • 3.5mm Headphone Output
  • Subwoofer Output
SVS Prime SoundBase Back View
SVS Prime SoundBase Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

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