SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase vs Yamaha A-S801 Detailed Comparison

SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase vs Yamaha A-S801

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SVS Prime SoundBase

Integrated Amplifier | 75 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Yamaha A-S801

Integrated Amplifier | 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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SVS Prime SoundBase vs Yamaha A-S801 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker whereas the A-S801 is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of SVS Prime SoundBase and Yamaha A-S801 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

Yamaha A-S801 Key Specs

100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Phono Input

USB Input

Weight: 26.70 lbs / 12.14 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):6inch x 17-1/8inch x 16-3/16inch

What size room are the SVS Prime SoundBase and Yamaha A-S801 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	Yamaha A-S801
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 Yamaha A-S801 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 Yamaha A-S801

MSRP Price(*)	699USD vs 900USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
App-Based Control	Yes vs None	Control the amplifier via an app
Bluetooth	Yes vs No	Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Wi-Fi	Yes vs No	High quality streaming over WiFi
Coaxial Digital Inputs	No vs 1	More options for connecting Digital sources
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 1792.2cm²/ 277.8inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	82mm vs 153mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Yamaha A-S801 over SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase

Watts into 8-ohms	100 watts vs 75 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Signal to Noise Ratio	99 dB vs 90 dB	Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Total Analog Inputs	6 vs 2	More options for connecting Analog sources
PhonoInput	Yes vs No	Connect a turntable directly to your amp
Coaxial Digital Inputs	1 vs No	More options for connecting Digital sources
Max Bit Depth	32-bit vs 24-bit	Play higher resolution range media
Max Sample Rate	384kHz vs 192kHz	Play higher resolution media

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 Yamaha A-S801 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

Yamaha A-S801 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 6
Phono Input
1 Optical Digital Input
1 Coaxial Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-B(connect to your computer for playback)
- USB-A(charging only)

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

Sub Preamp Outputs
1/4 Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Yamaha A-S801 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Yamaha A-S801?

Here are the items that come with the A-S801:

Stereo integrated amplifier

6.5-feet AC power cord

Remote control (RAS15)

2 AA batteries

Owners manual (En/ Fr)

Warranty information (US/CA)

On-line product registration information

Yamaha Worldwide Representative Offices note