In this review, we will be comparing specifications of RP-400M and SVS Prime, two Bookshelf cameras from Klipsch and SVS.
Let's have a brief look at the main features of Klipsch RP-400M and SVS Prime before getting into our more detailed comparison.
Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Klipsch RP-400M and SVS Prime compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.
Drivers
Both RP-400M and SVS Prime are 2-way speakers. RP-400M features a 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 1 4" Cerametallic Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1500 Hz. On the other hand, SVS Prime features a 1" aluminum Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 6.5" Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2300 Hz.
Frequency Response
RP-400M has a frequency range of 52-25k Hz whereas SVS Prime has a frequency range of 48-25k Hz.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Impedance and Sensitivity
RP-400M and SVS Prime has the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. RP-400M sensitivity is rated at 93 dB and SVS Prime's is at 87 dBd B.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Power Range
RP-400M has a power range of 50 watts RMS whereas SVS Prime has a power range of 25-150 watts.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
RP-400M features 5-way post type posts and SVS Prime has a 5-way post type posts. None of these speakers feature b-amping/bi-wiring.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both RP-400M and SVS Prime features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.
Physical Specs
In this section, We are going to compare Klipsch RP-400M's and SVS Prime's external dimensions.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Klipsch RP-400M and SVS Prime.