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SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase vs Sonos Amp
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SVS Prime SoundBase

Integrated Amplifier | 75 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Integrated Amplifier | 125 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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SVS Prime SoundBase vs Sonos Amp Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase and Sonos Amp, two Integrated Amplifiers from SVS and Sonos. Let's have a brief look at the main features of SVS Prime SoundBase and Sonos Amp first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

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

Sonos Amp Key Specs

  • 125 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Wifi 2.4 GHz
  • Weight: 4.60 lbs / 2.09 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):2.5inch x 8.5625inch x 9.375inch

What size room are the SVS Prime SoundBase and Sonos Amp 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 SVS Prime SoundBase Sonos Amp
Near-field Poor Poor
Small Room Average Poor
Mid-size Room Good Good
Large Room Average Good
Very Large Room Poor Average

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how SVS Prime SoundBase and Sonos Amp 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 SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase over Sonos Amp
Handheld Remote Yes vs No Control the amplifier by the included RC
Bluetooth Yes vs No Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Total Analog Inputs 2 vs 1 More options for connecting Analog sources
USB Input Yes vs No Connect Sources via USB
Headphone Output 3.5mm vs No Connect your headphone to the amplifier
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
Max Bit Depth 24-bit vs 16-bit Play higher resolution range media
Max Sample Rate 192kHz vs 44.1kHz Play higher resolution media
Base Surface Area 513.0cm2/ 79.5inch2 vs 518.0cm2/ 80.3inch2 takes less space in your room

Reasons to choose Sonos Amp over SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase
Watts into 8-ohms 125 watts vs 75 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms 250 watts vs 150 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Signal to Noise Ratio 116 dB vs 90 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Optical Digital Inputs Optional vs 1 More options for connecting Digital sources
Height 63mm vs 82mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

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 SVS Prime SoundBase and Sonos Amp differs from each other.

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

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA, Sub out Preamp Outputs
  • 3.5mm Headphone Output
  • Subwoofer Output
Outputs
  • Mono-RCA(Sub) Preamp Outputs
  • Subwoofer Output
Sonos Amp Back View
Sonos Amp Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Sonos Amp?

Here are the items that come with the Sonos Amp:
  • Network audio integrated amplifier
  • 6.5-feet AC power cord
  • 2 Speaker terminals
  • Quickstart Guide
  • Important Product Information
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