About The SVS Prime Wireless Pro Powered Speakers
The SVS Prime Wireless Pro is the company's second generation of wireless smart speaker. It brings reference sound quality to the wireless category by marrying hi-res audio playback with ample connectivity options, and smart, versatile control.
Consisting of two speakers, one powered and one passive, each driver in the SVS Prime Wireless Pro Powered Speakers receive 50 watts of power for stunning output relative to the compact cabinets. A robust 200-watt (50 watts x 4) amplifier provides discrete bi-amplification to the 1" (25mm) aluminium dome tweeters and 5.25" (133mm) mid-bass drivers to ensure massive dynamic output with outstanding sonic clarity.
A sophisticated 24-bit/192kHz DAC and precisely tuned active digital crossover within the Prime Wireless Pro Powered Speakers maximises performance of each driver by controlling power delivery and frequency response with pinpoint precision. The processing capacity allows Prime Wireless Pro to render the highest resolution playback possible from all streaming services, wirelessly. Using the active digital crossover, SVS engineers painstakingly voiced the speakers to achieve near-flawless sound in any system or environment.
Wireless streaming options for the SVS Prime Wireless Pro Powered Speakers include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Apple Airplay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, and more. Through the DTS Play-Fi app, the system also supports the highest-resolution playback possible from many major streaming services, including Amazon Music, Qobuz, iHeart, YouTube, Tidal, Audible, and others.
An ARC/eARC enabled HDMI input makes SVS Prime Wireless Pro a superior sounding soundbar replacement delivering TV audio and streaming music in stereo. Other connectivity options include inputs for optical, analogue line level, ethernet, 3.5mm Aux, and a subwoofer output. Control is possible via smartphone, tablet, or PC via the DTS Play-Fi app, the intuitive front panel display, or an IR remote. If hands-free is your preference, the speaker system responds to Alexa and Hey Google voice commands via supported devices.
The DTS Play-Fi app also lets users access streaming services, radio guides or a home media server from any smartphone or tablet and distribute it across the home to as many as 32 different Play-Fi products in 16 zones.
Aesthetically, the SVS Prime Wireless Pro Powered Speakers combine the classically handsome appeal of a traditional Hi-Fi stereo system with modern digital flare from the front panel OLED display. Source, artist name, song title, input, volume settings and more can be displayed for an intuitive user experience. Also on the front panel are six backlit preset buttons that provide instant access to sources, favourite playlists, streaming services, and more.
Front panel control knobs allow users to toggle between sources and adjust display brightness as well as pause playback and set volume. The IR remote controls all the most critical functions and provides direct input buttons for HDMI, Bluetooth, Optical and Line In for easy switching between sources.
"We weren't content with making the best sounding wireless speaker, but rather a solution that competes with the finest sounding speakers available at their price and well beyond," said SVS President Gary Yacoubian. "Couple that with the amazing user interface and versatile connectivity options and Prime Wireless Pro appeals to anyone who loves immersive sound."
The SVS Prime Wireless Pro Powered Speaker Pair functions as a two-channel audiophile- grade system, soundbar or TV speaker replacement, desktop gaming rig, in a multi-room audio system, or all of those options at once.
Yacoubian continued, "Hi-res streaming has elevated the importance of sound quality to more people than ever before, yet the wireless smart speaker category is still dominated by products that can't deliver on the potential. SVS Prime Wireless Pro marries the convenience and simplicity of smart wireless speakers with breathtaking sound quality. Audio fans can finally have the best of both worlds."
This unprecedented technology package is swathed in a stunning, hand-applied Piano Gloss Black cabinet finish that blends seamlessly into any décor.
Our Take
Much as we love the convenience and form factor of soundbars they really can't compete with a regular pair of speakers and a decent HDMI eARC equipped amplifier for stereo sound quality. Or you can put the amplifier, HDMI connection and a whole lot of other functionality in a pair of active speakers and, hey presto, you have the SVS Prime Wireless Pro Powered Speakers. Everything we love about a TV speaker system with even less boxes and cable mess but with loads of cool features built-in such as Spotify Connect, Bluetooth, Apple Airplay 2, Chromecast and more. And, through the DTS Play-Fi app, the system also supports the highest-resolution playback possible from many major music streaming services, including Amazon Music, Qobuz, iHeart, YouTube, Tidal, Audible, and others. So, if you want great sound from an established brand, svelte good looks, virtually no cables but all the audio visual features you need, put the SVS Prime Wireless Pro Powered Speakers at the top of your list.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: Powered Smart Speaker with DTS Play-Fi Streaming & HDMI eARC
- Frequency Response: 42Hz – 25kHz (±3 dB)
- 1" (25mm) Aluminium Dome Tweeter
- FEA-optimized diffuser for airy and unveiled presentation
- Aluminium dome for exceptional transient response
- 5.25" (133mm) Mid-Bass Driver
- Polypropylene cone for excellent stiffness/mass ratio and pistonic behaviour
- Aluminium shorting ring to reduce gap inductance, lower distortion, and enhance high frequency response
- Cast ABS-fiberglass composite basket ensures precision component alignment and excellent thermal transfer
- Vented voice coil former minimizes air compression artifacts
- Amplifier
- Dual Class-D Power Amps for Discrete Driver Bi-amplification
- 200 Watts (50 Watts x 4) RMS Power
- Digital controlled Tweeter-To-Woofer Crossover: 2kHz (12dB/octave slope)
- Speaker Cabinets
- Finish: Piano Gloss Black
- 2.36" (60mm) wide-flared rear-firing port
- Protective cloth grille with pin/cup retention system
- Elastomer stick-on bumper feet (adds 3mm to height)
- Acoustically transparent and FEA optimized grilles minimize diffraction
- FEA-optimized cabinet and bracing eliminates resonances
- Chamfered front baffle and flush-mounted drivers reduce edge diffraction and improved on-axis high frequency response
- Wireless Streaming Options
- DTS Play-Fi - Lossless 192kHz/24-bit via Critical Listening Mode over Wi-Fi
- Supports most major music streaming services including Spotify Connect, Amazon Music, Qobuz, iHeart, YouTube, Tidal, Audible, and others
- Apple Airplay 2 for iPhone and iOS Devices, Chromecast for Android phones and Devices: CD Quality
- Bluetooth 5.0 with AAC and aptX
- Inputs
- HDMI audio input. Supports ARC and eARC
- Left/Right RCA Input: Input Impedance: 20K
- 3.5mm Aux Input: Input Impedance: 20K
- Toslink Optical Input: S/PDIF receiver works at a wide range of sampling frequencies up to 96kHz
- Bluetooth 5.0 with AAC and aptX
- 6 front panel presets for one-touch access to music services and playlists
- Ethernet
- USB service port also for powering wireless accessories such as a SoundPath Wireless Audio Adapter
- Outputs
- Subwoofer Output: 2V MAX - Auto Detecting Low Pass Filter: Activates Low Pass Filter at 80Hz on the speakers when subwoofer detected
- Ethernet
- 3.15" (80mm) wide Front Panel OLED display: Displays Source, Artist Name, Song Title, Volume and Rich meta data from Wi-Fi and Bluetooth audio sources
- Switch Mode Power Supply: Auto Switching 100 – 120V / 220 – 240V, 50/60Hz
- Fuse: 15A/250V
- Detachable Power Cord: Upgrade with an IsoTek Power Cable
- IR Remote control and 2 AAA batteries included
- 8 x Elastomer stick-on bumper feet included
- Active-Passive Speaker Interconnect Cable: 3m / 10ft Included
- Speaker Cabinet Dimensions (WxHxD): 180 x 295 x 225mm
- Active Speaker Weight: 5.58kg
- Passive Speaker Weight: 5.3kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 2 Years
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE