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I went from Pioneer Andrew Jones + SVS 1000 setup to SVS prime satellite + svs Pb2000. The prime satellite speakers aren’t just loud or dynamic enough to be in front stage. I ended up upgrading the front stage to prime bookshelf + prime center.
I had an Audioengine A5+ and Audioengine S8 combo for my computer/office system. This was a superb setup. I replaced the S8 with a SVS SB-1000 sub and all I can say is wow. I gave the S8's to my daughter and she love it; I am also replace my A5+'s with HD6's and will give the A5+'s to my daughter. I just purchased a SVS-SB-1000 and HD3's for my wife's office space. She currently have a Creative audio system and is happy with it but I know she will appreciate the HD3's and the depth the SB-1000 will bring to her system.
Great video, men, please do something similar with the Ultra System bookshelf/center/surrounds if you have the opportunity, Love your videos man ! Keep going :)
the only thing that is odd with this system is the Center Channel. SVS should have made a horizontal center channel that goes with the dimension of the satellite speakers but they just threw a spear speaker.
Please review and talk about 2.1 for PC users and music listeners. Also what is the best way to add a subwoofer to an existing pair of powered 2.0 speakers? I am an entry level consumer with just an edifier s880db but shopping for a sub. I'm learning a lot from your videos. Thanks.
Hey Andrew. I enjoy your reviews and am just catching up with this one. SVS Primes and Ultras are very good speakers and offer great value for their cost. Have you taken a look at the RSL CG5/CG25 speakers? I have a CG5-CG25-CG5 F-C-F array and they are excellent.I had an RSL Speedwoofer 10S but moved up to an SVS SB-3000 Subwoofer and the entire system just kicks butt. SVS and RSL are at the top of the mountain in regard to customer service and technical support and their no cost return policies are first rate. I don't know if you can get a hold of the RSLs but it you can you might find their speakers to be very interesting.
Hi Andrew, I have been watching your channel for quite some time, awesome job! --- SVS "speakers", as far as I am concerned are under rated and not reviewed enough. I have been through Paradigm, kef, and a few others, including a dozen different subs, good but not amazing. UNTIL, I ordered SVS Prime Pinnacles, Prime center and bookshelves (5.1) and an SB4000. Powered by 60W x 7 NAD T758 A/V reciever. I can easily get near 90db with the setup, Watching John Wick 3, Aquaman, Fury, Mad Max, they blew me into next week! The punch and dynamics are incredible and can send bullets right through your chest. In addition to that, the best part is, the Pinnacles solo with music with no sub, dig into the 20hz range with authority and detail. Mids and highs are addicting. Absolute pleasure to listen to. From BB King to AC/DC, can't stop listening! Check them out! I am sure a lot of people out there would love them. Cheers!
Prime Pinnacles have been getting rave reviews. Wonder if upgrading from the Prime center to the Ultra center would be worth it. Or adding a pair of Prime Elevations if your Nad receiver has Dolby Atmos. These upgrades would make your system sound even better for movies.
@@davidcha3511 hi David, I am thinking about the upgrading to the ultra center. The prime center is quite happy with the NAD. But, I'm getting a dedicated power amplifier which might over extend the prime capabilities. SVS upgrade policy is the best in the business!!
Nice detailed review, brother. It's always a joy to watch your videos. BTW the bloopers inclusion was rockin'. Hope you will review budget gear like this now and then for us mortals, maybe the Q Acoustics 3000i series or the Polk Signatures at some point. Cheers!
Hello, Andrew. Have you at all considered reviewing the RSL CG3/CG23 home theater speaker system? I am slowly upgrading my current home theater system to RSL, but so far have only purchased their RSL Speedwoofer 10S, which has really impressed me especially for their $400 price point! Please advise. I think your audience would appreciate a review from your point of view. Thank you!
Andrew, thanks for always providing great, real-world insight into these products. Will you ever have the opportunity to review some KLH speakers? I am very interested in their current offerings. Thanks
Thanks for the review. My budget setup for my temporary condo is...L/R: 2 x Polk s15, C: SVS Satellite, Rear: 2 x SVS Satellites, Budget audio-technica, SVS 14 AWG wire, Jamo S 808 Sub (would have never considered but for your channel, thanks). Wow, vinyl records in 2.0 alone (on large setting) with just the Polks are way better than expected...satellite works great as a center channel. I could even do without the rears...3.1 Budget HiFi/Theater combo. ~12' x 14'' room, 9' viewing/listening center. Thanks for all your channel's talk about warmth vs. accurate, etc. I jumped out on a limb and tried for a warm 2.1, with a balanced theater sound. 5.1 Yamaha RX-V385BL.
Just a thought, I'm really looking at a 2.0 or 2.1 Hi-Fi system with a "heritage"-type speaker. Could you do a video on a 3.0 or 3.1 system with a center-channel that matches a great 2.0 Hi-Fi setup? I'd love a Wharfedale Denton 85 or Linton w/ or w/o a sub with a center that can blend for Netflix, sports, or a movie. Mainly, and even a video just on this alone...a Receiver that does Hi-Fi 2.1/2.0 and Surround equally well...boom! How do you become a member and all that?
nice review ... thank you! I am using the SB-1000 plus 2 prime bookshelves and the prime channel. Satellites are older harmon kardans from an older system. These satellites are definitely on my shortlist!
Thank you Andrew for recommending the black ash for HT use. I thought exactly the same- except with the lights up, the gloss are beautiful! But I'm ordering the less expensive version for the reason you mentioned. Although I will get the Prime Bookshelf version. cheers,
I recently got the Ultra towers im pairing with an SB-3000 2.1 setup. Their support is great so i went with their towers over something else cant complain lol.
Excellent production as always. I'd be curious how SVS compares to the Klipsch home theater in a box systems. I'm surprised you didn't at least mention any comparison between this system, and the typical soundbar system that the non "audiophile" crowd would be more likely to buy.
Look a lot like my Wharfedale DX1 system. They are getting on in years, but still love them for the sound and easy, unobtrusive, incorporation into a more informal lounge room system, rather than a dedicated H/T.
If you combine the bookshelves with a good sub, you won’t know a difference. The tweeter on every SVS Prime and Ultra speaker is designed to sound the same
Between the SVS 1000Pro and the Klipsch SPL-120 sub(or whichever SPL sub you have), which do you prefer? Also, what do you think about adding the SVS Prime center channel to this removing the small satellite as a center?
First off, love the channel and content! Second, what are your thoughts on the Bose Acoustimass 10 Series V? I’m on the fence, I watch movies and stream a lot of music. Thanks!
Andrew, which soundbar 5.1 system would you recommend for a small/medium square home theater setup? I am leaning towards the SVS, but wanted to see if I am missing something by not having the soundbar.
Reminds me of the days when they came out with Dolby Pro-Logic and all you had to sell for a center speaker was to break up a pair of the speakers that where used for the mains. So you had three matching speakers up front.
We're trying to get Sonos in house, but their marketing dept. doesn't like to respond to inquiries. Send them a message and let them know you want us to review their gear, maybe if enough viewers ask for it, they'll return our calls. Thanks for watching!
As a total newbie, who has never owned a TV and only went to see movies in the theater before the current pandemic: Would you please make or recommend a video on why one should choose a dedicated set of speakers over a soundbar? I have appreciated the clarity and insights in your videos. Thank you for the great content. P.S. I live in a small Manhattan apartment and value your comments on considering room size.
For a first time TV owner, or system owner for that matter, I would recommend a soundbar. We’re going to be diving into sound bars a lot more in the next few weeks/months, but definitely a soundbar for you. 👍
Hi Andrew, Thank you for the great review. I have two questions. 1) What was the crossover frequency that you use for this system? 2) Is there any difference in the sound when you use the satellite speaker horizontally instead of vertically. I’m going to pair five of these speakers with two SB 2000 next week. I moved away from Andrew Jones.
Glad to see that you're offering a membership program; I just joined. Appreciate your content. I'm planning to add ATMOS overheads and was looking at SVS Prime Satellites, primarily because they can be ceiling-mounted (not going to do in-ceiling). Do you think there is a better alternative to the Satellites for that application? My front stage is taken care of by Legacy Audio Silhouettes.
Thanks for being a member. I think you're likely going to be just fine with the satellites, as a direct loudspeaker is going to perform better than a reflecting one. Nothing against the reflecting method, it does work, but the closer you can get to the "standard" the better performance you're likely to experience!
Hey good review. I agree that a sub is the weak link in most systems as most people wont drop $500+ on one. One suggestion for you is to push the speakers to the front edge and see if it improves the sound. I'd wager removing the immediate sound reflection off the stand should improve audio clarity and fix that resonant sound issue you were having.
Thanks for another great video! Would you consider comparing this directly to the pretty much exactly the same price Klipsch Reference Home Theater Pack? It’s the same price, it offers the same exact features but would really interesting to see how they stack up against each other.
Hello Andrew. Love the channel and your delivery of information. I've been looking to see if you have ever done a review on the SVS ultra bookshelf speakers. Forgive me if you have, but I haven't found one.
I love the way you present the reviews! It is so practical from a viewers stand point who is going for such a system. Could you share your opinion on the Mission LX lineup for a HTS? Seems like a good budget option, but could not find many reviews for the same.
Hi Andrew, Another great video!! I was just wondering if you do any reviews on wireless home theatre systems? I have heard of a few with Wise but not sure what to do... Thank You
Another great review Your presentation and information is excellent and we really enjoy watching your channel. We have ls50 for left and right but need to add ceiling rear surround. Any suggestions?
@@andrewrobinsonreviews The SVS satellites really opened up the high end...Alice Coltrane, Chet, etc. Cymbals, voice, etc. This will be an expensive hobby I can see it already.
they've already done Atmos on a budget in a previous video, by the way you sent the same comment twice, just because you didn't get an answer within 30 second's of posting doesn't mean you can keep sending it, that's called spamming.
Hi Andrew.. You said earlier that centre channel is the heart of the home theatre, what if we replace centre satellite speaker with svs prime centre channel would that make any difference (to get more quality sound)? I am planning to use these speakers with Deanon X1600H and pair it with prime elevation which would make a better home theater Please suggest!!
Hello from Brazil Andrew. What would be the best choice between a Klipsch, RP-150M and a KEF Q150. They would be used in a Cambridge SR20 receiver. Thanks for helping!
I stumbled across an SVS Ultra Review from over 10 years ago, and then realized it was actually your review. Could you revisit SVS in a Hi-Fi setup utilizing the Micro 3000? I have in my temp apartment, a front LCR with 2 Prime Bookshelfs, and an outlet-purchased Ultra Bookshelf in the middle. The difference in sound when using Qobuz songs in "CD Quality" and a Hi-Rez quality is so pronounced I only listen to songs in the latter. The Prime Bookshelfs go from "meh" to legit in 2-channel. Maybe Ultra Bookshelfs, Micro-3000, and their proprietary streamer amp?
Hi Andrew, I already own a bose soundbar 700 along with 2 bose surround speakers. I am recently considering to buy 2 subs to push the experience to a whole new level, but I am also open to new brands that can give me an immersive surround experience. What do you recommend?
I use two sb-1000 in a 5.2.2 monitor audio setup. It really makes a difference. Way better dynamics. In room 4 - 5 hz lower with a 3db gain. I have a small ht. 3.5 x 3.5 x 2 metres.
They're definitely a solid option, but stepping up to their larger system combos will pay dividends without costing too much more. Thanks for watching!
@@andrewrobinsonreviews I purchased the prime center with the satellite speakers. They sound great. But I’m thinking now on adding the prime bookshelf for L-R. What’s your thoughts on that decision? Thanks Andrew!, be good..
Hello Andrew from Guatemala City. Love your videos and the advice. I got an old Klipsh Cinema 3 with 2 extra satellites for 7.1 channels, a BIC America F12 Subwoofer and a Yamaha Aventage RX-A730 and I'm more than happy with the sound in movies, music not so much. Anyway I wonder If klipsch has an updated system similar to the Cinema 3. By the way I also have a pair of Kanto YU6 in my bedroon, attached to a Fiio M11 and sounds pretty good. Thank you for your videos.
just wondering if you could do a list for some excellenty mixed sound in movies that you like? I'm looking for some great movies to enjoy on my new DCM home theater
are this good speakers for small living room i have svs atoms see if i can buy new system at mai after 2 month and can onyko 696 nr handle this system ? ;)
Appreciate the reviews of budget home theater gear (speakers and receivers). How about Polk Signature Series or Elac Debut 2.0? I enjoy your written reviews on Home Theater Review.
Hey Andrew! Great reviews that even the non-audiophile can understand. In this video you kind of leaned toward the Jamo S803 Home Cinema pack vs this (with the exception of the sub). Which would you recommend for a medium room, with both being driven by the Yamaha RX-V6A? This SVS Prime Satellite Speaker System or the Jamo S803 Home Cinema pack paired with an SVS SB-1000 sub. With the addition a of a quality sub to the Jamo S803s, the price difference is negligible. Looking at 90%/10% home theater to music. I am leaning toward the Jamo S803s because of the ease of future upgrade to Atmos. Thoughts?
My cousin is thinking about getting a Bose system. I'm trying to convince him to get svs sytem. I think this system would be right for him getting into home theater.
It's not that the Bose is horrible, but it's an extremely poor value. I think the Bose hate is mostly because they charge a premium price for a mediocre product. What did he end up doing?
@@Nytewolf718 my dad had some 301's for a long time our kitchen. My mom wanted something smaller and he got some $100 BIC bookshelves that sounded so much better. I even noticed when I went over there even though I didn't live there.
Appreciate your in-depth review. By any chance would you care to review Klipsch in wall speakers both for home theater and music listening. Looking forward. Thanks
@@andrewrobinsonreviews thanks for your quick reply. It's just that I don't have good space for standalone units. It seems I will have to buy them out and take my chances on them. Thanks once again.
Been thinking of buying white speakers. But never thought about white speakers reflect the tv image. Good to know! Andrew could you please review the new LG soundbar (sn11rg)
Great review! Do you have an opinion on using somthing like the SVS prime elevation speakers as hight channels for Atmos? (probably mounted high above the TV on the front wall pointed down) P.s. love the blooper inclusions 😂
I would like to see a review on the satellite speakers Dali Fazon Sat since they might be good but you don't find a lot of in depth review on the internet. The design is very good and they are very compact as well but do they hold up to their steep price (270.- for each)?!
Just thinking -I can buy the S 809 HCS 5.0 + S8 Atmos Speakers Package and the SVS SB-1000 PRO at about the same price?? A lot more sound for the money I guess :-)
Can you review the Jamo subs, such as the s810 you mentioned in this review, or the c910 | c912. Your review of the Jamo Concert and Studio towers were rave, but what about the matching subs? Thanks so much!
Great video, thank you again for another informative review. So - I have two main questions, both home theatre related because if I get the house move I'm hoping for I may have room enough to seperate films and music into two different rooms. Firstly, subwoofer aside, with music and a two channel set up all the music imaging and depth comes from the left and the right channel. The percussion is there, right back, the vocalist is up front, dead centre, the lead guitar is slightly back and to the left of the lead singer and the backing vocals are lurking at the rear left of the soundstage. It's all there, either filling the room or sitting between the speakers depending on the equipment or the recording (or both of course) so why are there so many more speakers than 4 in a theatre set up? Why do you need the centre channel at the front mainly, of the 5 channel setup when the stereo speaker system can already place sound there. And equally, why can't (or don't) the two rear speakers work with the fronts to place sounds between them - what advantage is there in putting speakers in between the front and the rears? Overall that question boils down to why not just have a quadraphonic speaker system? The second part of the question is to do with that center speaker - other than aesthetics, is there any reason that a typical (consumer level) centre speaker is designed symetrically with a midrange driver either side of the tweeter? Sorry for bombarding you with the questions Andrew. I'm just curious to learn more.
Quadraphonic was our first attempts at "home theater" if you will. The reason it's not the norm is the fact that we can mix and encode content with discrete channel or speaker information. You can have a home theater without a center speaker/channel, but if you're listening to a Dolby soundtrack but lack a center, that info is going to be split between your left and right main speakers anyway (provided you didn't mess up and tell your receiver you have a center connected). But just know that Dolby and DTS soundtracks have a dedicated center signal, so why not have a speaker to take advantage of it. Second, most home center speakers are horizontal because of TVs. Simply put, need a speaker that "fits" below or above a screen. In a commercial cinema, the center speaker is NOT horizontal but the same as the left and right speakers (or in some instances two of the same speakers). Great questions! Thanks for asking and for watching!
@Andrew Robinson Great job & when you have time what active tower speaker would work the best for movies? I just don't have the room for the AV and other things for a system.
Henry47 What about just doing a 3.1 system, if you don't have room for a 5.1 or more setup. Front stage is the most important anyway especially centre for dialogue, l am mainly into 2ch music and l am also looking into a 3.1 system for movies, TV shows
Andrew Robinson, I’m curious about the Piega Premium 701 Wireless. They’re expensive, but if they sound as good as they look I’d consider eating ramen for awhile. More manageable, but still not cheap, would be the Dynaudio Xeo 30s. Haven’t heard either yet, but the pandemic has me itching for an audio upgrade.
Hi Andrew, in your professional opinion with the matching of device such as Klipsch the Five and SVS SB1000/ 2000. Can this combination produce an immersive fidelity, and if answer is otherwise can further elaborate? Appreciate any inputs.
The SB-1000 would pair great with The Fives, though the finish options wouldn't match. Adding a sub to The Fives would allow them to open up a little in the midrange, lose some of that chestiness (provided you set the sub up correctly) and thus turn them into an affective full-range speaker system.
Thanks for your intelligent reviews. I have a 14 year old Aperion Intimus 6T system, and am currently considering either SVS ultra tower system, or the Aperion Verus III towers with matching peripherals. I would be interested in your views on the top Aperion System, there are multitudes of reviews on the SVS Ultras but no real content on the Aperions. BTW my sub duty is handled nicely by an old school SVS pb12 plus 2.
Hello Andrew, in this video you mention small, medium and long rooms. Can you please tell me what are the measurements that determine what kind of room I have? Thank you very much.
Anything which has 18-20 as its smaller side so 18x28ft 20x28ft etc are large 18x10 and anything inbetween is medium room anything 12x6 or lower is small room OFC IN MY OPINION.
Hey andrew huge fan of the channel love your work, could you do a review of the JBL 5.1 multibeam surround soundbar. It retails for around $650 here in india. I'm a newbie in the audiophile world and want a soundbar for my room. Would love yo hear your thoughts on it as you dont have any videos on soundbars.
yeah, probably not going to be requesting JTR speakers. Nothing against them, but they're just too big and cumbersome for our space and don't really fit in with what we're trying to focus on here. Appreciate you watching!
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@Hey boSs, did you see our Jamo speaker review? ruclips.net/video/gxABNCBFejo/видео.html
Fluance 5.1 system
@@HeyBoSsBar , those speakers look good and they are for people like me and you. Been watching for them on amazon.
XTZ's 99 series (99.25/99.36)
I want to see your opinion on the new Sonos products.
So would we! There are just certain brands that need our viewers help to get a response. Sonos is one of them!
You can start with this and then save for new front left & rights and have a mean 7.1 channel system
I went from Pioneer Andrew Jones + SVS 1000 setup to SVS prime satellite + svs Pb2000. The prime satellite speakers aren’t just loud or dynamic enough to be in front stage. I ended up upgrading the front stage to prime bookshelf + prime center.
Very nicely done video. You do seem to have a neck for it. Great diction, pacing, and way of explaining your points. Way to go man! Keep it up!
Just want to say I love your reviews, actually purchased a pair of Klipsch Heresy IV's after watching your review, thanks for what you do!
Thanks for joining us!
The Heresys are still a favorite in this house. Thanks for watching.
I had an Audioengine A5+ and Audioengine S8 combo for my computer/office system. This was a superb setup. I replaced the S8 with a SVS SB-1000 sub and all I can say is wow. I gave the S8's to my daughter and she love it; I am also replace my A5+'s with HD6's and will give the A5+'s to my daughter. I just purchased a SVS-SB-1000 and HD3's for my wife's office space. She currently have a Creative audio system and is happy with it but I know she will appreciate the HD3's and the depth the SB-1000 will bring to her system.
Great video, men, please do something similar with the Ultra System bookshelf/center/surrounds if you have the opportunity, Love your videos man ! Keep going :)
Let SVS know you want to see those on the channel! Thanks for watching!
the only thing that is odd with this system is the Center Channel. SVS should have made a horizontal center channel that goes with the dimension of the satellite speakers but they just threw a spear speaker.
Recently got the SB1000 Pro for a 15x20 room. No regrets; but i do run it a bit hot. The APP is a game changer.
How hot? What are your AVR sub trim and svs subwoofer app volume?
Awesome review! Would love to see you talk about the svs ultra bookshelfs and ultra center...
Let SVS know you want to see one on the channel!
Please review and talk about 2.1 for PC users and music listeners. Also what is the best way to add a subwoofer to an existing pair of powered 2.0 speakers? I am an entry level consumer with just an edifier s880db but shopping for a sub. I'm learning a lot from your videos. Thanks.
Good job keeping it short and precise and not another half an hour documentary
Hey Andrew. I enjoy your reviews and am just catching up with this one. SVS Primes and Ultras are very good speakers and offer great value for their cost. Have you taken a look at the RSL CG5/CG25 speakers? I have a CG5-CG25-CG5 F-C-F array and they are excellent.I had an RSL Speedwoofer 10S but moved up to an SVS SB-3000 Subwoofer and the entire system just kicks butt. SVS and RSL are at the top of the mountain in regard to customer service and technical support and their no cost return policies are first rate. I don't know if you can get a hold of the RSLs but it you can you might find their speakers to be very interesting.
Can they be plug and play via 3.5mm jack or Do they need a receiver? If yes, which Denon? And can they do Atmos?
Hi Andrew, I have been watching your channel for quite some time, awesome job! --- SVS "speakers", as far as I am concerned are under rated and not reviewed enough. I have been through Paradigm, kef, and a few others, including a dozen different subs, good but not amazing. UNTIL, I ordered SVS Prime Pinnacles, Prime center and bookshelves (5.1) and an SB4000. Powered by 60W x 7 NAD T758 A/V reciever. I can easily get near 90db with the setup, Watching John Wick 3, Aquaman, Fury, Mad Max, they blew me into next week! The punch and dynamics are incredible and can send bullets right through your chest. In addition to that, the best part is, the Pinnacles solo with music with no sub, dig into the 20hz range with authority and detail. Mids and highs are addicting. Absolute pleasure to listen to. From BB King to AC/DC, can't stop listening! Check them out! I am sure a lot of people out there would love them. Cheers!
Prime Pinnacles have been getting rave reviews. Wonder if upgrading from the Prime center to the Ultra center would be worth it. Or adding a pair of Prime Elevations if your Nad receiver has Dolby Atmos. These upgrades would make your system sound even better for movies.
@@davidcha3511 hi David, I am thinking about the upgrading to the ultra center. The prime center is quite happy with the NAD. But, I'm getting a dedicated power amplifier which might over extend the prime capabilities. SVS upgrade policy is the best in the business!!
@@Johnnytrades101 Yes, SVS's one year trade-in makes getting the Ultra center hard to resist 😀
Nice detailed review, brother. It's always a joy to watch your videos. BTW the bloopers inclusion was rockin'. Hope you will review budget gear like this now and then for us mortals, maybe the Q Acoustics 3000i series or the Polk Signatures at some point. Cheers!
We do budget gear a lot, but I’ll look into those other options.
Hello, Andrew. Have you at all considered reviewing the RSL CG3/CG23 home theater speaker system? I am slowly upgrading my current home theater system to RSL, but so far have only purchased their RSL Speedwoofer 10S, which has really impressed me especially for their $400 price point! Please advise. I think your audience would appreciate a review from your point of view. Thank you!
Thanks for your input. Would love to see a review on the high end svs towers!
Andrew, thanks for always providing great, real-world insight into these products. Will you ever have the opportunity to review some KLH speakers? I am very interested in their current offerings. Thanks
Thanks for the review. My budget setup for my temporary condo is...L/R: 2 x Polk s15, C: SVS Satellite, Rear: 2 x SVS Satellites, Budget audio-technica, SVS 14 AWG wire, Jamo S 808 Sub (would have never considered but for your channel, thanks). Wow, vinyl records in 2.0 alone (on large setting) with just the Polks are way better than expected...satellite works great as a center channel. I could even do without the rears...3.1 Budget HiFi/Theater combo. ~12' x 14'' room, 9' viewing/listening center. Thanks for all your channel's talk about warmth vs. accurate, etc. I jumped out on a limb and tried for a warm 2.1, with a balanced theater sound. 5.1 Yamaha RX-V385BL.
Just a thought, I'm really looking at a 2.0 or 2.1 Hi-Fi system with a "heritage"-type speaker. Could you do a video on a 3.0 or 3.1 system with a center-channel that matches a great 2.0 Hi-Fi setup? I'd love a Wharfedale Denton 85 or Linton w/ or w/o a sub with a center that can blend for Netflix, sports, or a movie. Mainly, and even a video just on this alone...a Receiver that does Hi-Fi 2.1/2.0 and Surround equally well...boom! How do you become a member and all that?
Thanks so much for shortening the spec intro :D
Also I've been watching the 2.1 version of this, but that price... is HOOOOOOOOT
nice review ... thank you! I am using the SB-1000 plus 2 prime bookshelves and the prime channel. Satellites are older harmon kardans from an older system. These satellites are definitely on my shortlist!
Thank you Andrew for recommending the black ash for HT use. I thought exactly the same- except with the lights up, the gloss are beautiful! But I'm ordering the less expensive version for the reason you mentioned. Although I will get the Prime Bookshelf version. cheers,
I recently got the Ultra towers im pairing with an SB-3000 2.1 setup. Their support is great so i went with their towers over something else cant complain lol.
That's awesome! So glad to hear you're enjoying your setup!
Excellent production as always. I'd be curious how SVS compares to the Klipsch home theater in a box systems. I'm surprised you didn't at least mention any comparison between this system, and the typical soundbar system that the non "audiophile" crowd would be more likely to buy.
Will likely have to find out.
Look a lot like my Wharfedale DX1 system. They are getting on in years, but still love them for the sound and easy, unobtrusive, incorporation into a more informal lounge room system, rather than a dedicated H/T.
I look forward to your reviews. Please try to get a hold of the RSL CG3,5.1 system with their excellent Speedwoofer,10. I hate spell check!
can you review the svs prime bookshelf? will this be better for music? or is a must to have tower speakers?
If you combine the bookshelves with a good sub, you won’t know a difference. The tweeter on every SVS Prime and Ultra speaker is designed to sound the same
Would you recommend buy this system over the jamo s system. Or the fluance signature 5.1 satellite
Thank you Andrew for including "MY FILM KIT," because IMHO your sound is one of the best. 👍
My pleasure!
Between the SVS 1000Pro and the Klipsch SPL-120 sub(or whichever SPL sub you have), which do you prefer?
Also, what do you think about adding the SVS Prime center channel to this removing the small satellite as a center?
First off, love the channel and content! Second, what are your thoughts on the Bose Acoustimass 10 Series V? I’m on the fence, I watch movies and stream a lot of music. Thanks!
Andrew, you asked for suggestions on what home theater speaker system to review. Would be swell if you reviewed JBL Synthesis.
That would be a great review.
hope you got enough space, the top of the range JBL Synthesis system has 32 speakers and four 18in sub's.😀
What do you think about the Roku surround setup?
Andrew, which soundbar 5.1 system would you recommend for a small/medium square home theater setup? I am leaning towards the SVS, but wanted to see if I am missing something by not having the soundbar.
Reminds me of the days when they came out with Dolby Pro-Logic and all you had to sell for a center speaker was to break up a pair of the speakers that where used for the mains. So you had three matching speakers up front.
Do you think you will ever review the SVS Ultras toweres or bookshelfs?
My question as well! Can we please get a ultra and micro sub review
Great review, as always. I’d love a Sonos arc + sub combo review. I know I’ve mentioned it before, I just don’t want you to forget then lol
We're trying to get Sonos in house, but their marketing dept. doesn't like to respond to inquiries. Send them a message and let them know you want us to review their gear, maybe if enough viewers ask for it, they'll return our calls. Thanks for watching!
Hi Bro,
Iam from India. Could please suggest some good Dolby atmos options with AV receiver for a budget up to 1.5lkh.
As a total newbie, who has never owned a TV and only went to see movies in the theater before the current pandemic: Would you please make or recommend a video on why one should choose a dedicated set of speakers over a soundbar? I have appreciated the clarity and insights in your videos. Thank you for the great content. P.S. I live in a small Manhattan apartment and value your comments on considering room size.
For a first time TV owner, or system owner for that matter, I would recommend a soundbar. We’re going to be diving into sound bars a lot more in the next few weeks/months, but definitely a soundbar for you. 👍
Would love to get your review on their Ultra Series and higher tier subwoofers. :)
Hi Andrew, Thank you for the great review. I have two questions.
1) What was the crossover frequency that you use for this system?
2) Is there any difference in the sound when you use the satellite speaker horizontally instead of vertically.
I’m going to pair five of these speakers with two SB 2000 next week. I moved away from Andrew Jones.
Glad to see that you're offering a membership program; I just joined. Appreciate your content. I'm planning to add ATMOS overheads and was looking at SVS Prime Satellites, primarily because they can be ceiling-mounted (not going to do in-ceiling). Do you think there is a better alternative to the Satellites for that application? My front stage is taken care of by Legacy Audio Silhouettes.
Thanks for being a member. I think you're likely going to be just fine with the satellites, as a direct loudspeaker is going to perform better than a reflecting one. Nothing against the reflecting method, it does work, but the closer you can get to the "standard" the better performance you're likely to experience!
Monolith 15 goes way under 20hz no problem for $1200
Haven't heard it personally so I'll have to take your word for it. There's a difference though between playing the note, and it sounding good.
Hey good review. I agree that a sub is the weak link in most systems as most people wont drop $500+ on one. One suggestion for you is to push the speakers to the front edge and see if it improves the sound. I'd wager removing the immediate sound reflection off the stand should improve audio clarity and fix that resonant sound issue you were having.
how would this compare to the Sonos sub gen 3?
Thanks for another great video! Would you consider comparing this directly to the pretty much exactly the same price Klipsch Reference Home Theater Pack? It’s the same price, it offers the same exact features but would really interesting to see how they stack up against each other.
Will have to look into it.
Would love your take on the Bose Lifestyle 650, I have it and I am amazed every time I turn it on, the 360 degree speakers are 🔥.
Hello Andrew. Love the channel and your delivery of information. I've been looking to see if you have ever done a review on the SVS ultra bookshelf speakers. Forgive me if you have, but I haven't found one.
I love the way you present the reviews! It is so practical from a viewers stand point who is going for such a system. Could you share your opinion on the Mission LX lineup for a HTS? Seems like a good budget option, but could not find many reviews for the same.
Thank you so much for watching! I'll look into it.
Can you review Lg sn11rg my dedicated 5.1 plus amps just took to much real estate. I’ll miss it.
Hi Andrew, Another great video!! I was just wondering if you do any reviews on wireless home theatre systems? I have heard of a few with Wise but not sure what to do... Thank You
Another great review
Your presentation and information is excellent and we really enjoy watching your channel.
We have ls50 for left and right but need to add ceiling rear surround. Any suggestions?
I think these are a great all in one from a reputable company and a actual real sub
Like I say in the review, the SB-1000 makes this system.
OK mid range system I understand of yours reviews. Would it be recommendable to SACD listening for smaller room?
Thanks again, listened to the review again and missed the advice to try the 5-channel stereo mode. Made a huge difference.
Glad it helped!
@@andrewrobinsonreviews The SVS satellites really opened up the high end...Alice Coltrane, Chet, etc. Cymbals, voice, etc. This will be an expensive hobby I can see it already.
Atmos home theater on a budget or Bose Lifstyles 650 home ent sys
Are you asking which you should consider? If so, there are numerous Atmos HT packages on a budget, so I'm not sure which to point you to.
they've already done Atmos on a budget in a previous video, by the way you sent the same comment twice, just because you didn't get an answer within 30 second's of posting doesn't mean you can keep sending it, that's called spamming.
Hi Andrew..
You said earlier that centre channel is the heart of the home theatre, what if we replace centre satellite speaker with svs prime centre channel would that make any difference (to get more quality sound)? I am planning to use these speakers with Deanon X1600H and pair it with prime elevation which would make a better home theater
Please suggest!!
This is a great review! Im attempting to find an entry level speaker package for an affordable price to replace my parents old 5.1 system.
Hello from Brazil Andrew.
What would be the best choice between a Klipsch, RP-150M and a KEF Q150. They would be used in a Cambridge SR20 receiver.
Thanks for helping!
Hi Andrew,
Thank you for the great video. Can you please review svs prime bookshelf and center speakers paired with 2 svs pb 2000?
I stumbled across an SVS Ultra Review from over 10 years ago, and then realized it was actually your review. Could you revisit SVS in a Hi-Fi setup utilizing the Micro 3000? I have in my temp apartment, a front LCR with 2 Prime Bookshelfs, and an outlet-purchased Ultra Bookshelf in the middle. The difference in sound when using Qobuz songs in "CD Quality" and a Hi-Rez quality is so pronounced I only listen to songs in the latter. The Prime Bookshelfs go from "meh" to legit in 2-channel. Maybe Ultra Bookshelfs, Micro-3000, and their proprietary streamer amp?
How would you say the treble and midrange of these compare to the Ultra Bookshelves or Towers?
Hi Andrew, I already own a bose soundbar 700 along with 2 bose surround speakers. I am recently considering to buy 2 subs to push the experience to a whole new level, but I am also open to new brands that can give me an immersive surround experience. What do you recommend?
I use two sb-1000 in a 5.2.2 monitor audio setup. It really makes a difference. Way better dynamics. In room 4 - 5 hz lower with a 3db gain. I have a small ht. 3.5 x 3.5 x 2 metres.
That sounds like it would be a lot of bass!
@@andrewrobinsonreviews Good bass is never enough 🙂
Although not a home theater system, I'd love to see you review the SVS Prime Wireless Soundbase. There aren't many reviews of it on the net.
We have it, and that review will be coming in the near-ish future.
Hello .. I want your suggestion about svs pb-1000. My bedroom is 3115 cubic feet. Is this sub enough for the room size?
Nice man!! I've been looking hard at SVS for a while now, might consider this 5.1 in the future!!
They're definitely a solid option, but stepping up to their larger system combos will pay dividends without costing too much more. Thanks for watching!
@@andrewrobinsonreviews I purchased the prime center with the satellite speakers. They sound great. But I’m thinking now on adding the prime bookshelf for L-R. What’s your thoughts on that decision? Thanks Andrew!, be good..
Home Theater System noob here, do you think this speaker set would match up well with the Aventage RX-A2A?
Hello Andrew from Guatemala City. Love your videos and the advice. I got an old Klipsh Cinema 3 with 2 extra satellites for 7.1 channels, a BIC America F12 Subwoofer and a Yamaha Aventage RX-A730 and I'm more than happy with the sound in movies, music not so much. Anyway I wonder If klipsch has an updated system similar to the Cinema 3. By the way I also have a pair of Kanto YU6 in my bedroon, attached to a Fiio M11 and sounds pretty good. Thank you for your videos.
just wondering if you could do a list for some excellenty mixed sound in movies that you like? I'm looking for some great movies to enjoy on my new DCM home theater
Check out my video on Home Theater Demos ruclips.net/video/V59piU5MlPw/видео.html
@@andrewrobinsonreviews cheers, thanks :)
i havent tried these yet...... im loving the B&W M-1 with an SVS SB1000
are this good speakers for small living room i have svs atoms see if i can buy new system at mai after 2 month and can onyko 696 nr handle this system ? ;)
Appreciate the reviews of budget home theater gear (speakers and receivers). How about Polk Signature Series or Elac Debut 2.0? I enjoy your written reviews on Home Theater Review.
We have an Elac Debut Reference review coming in August (I think). Stay tuned.
This info is great.. I am looking for a small permanent home theater system maybe you can review the SVS ultra bookshelf in a 7.2 Thanks
Are you also reviewing the RP-600m from Klipsch? I would really like to hear your opinion about them! Greetings from Germany👍
Our take on the RP-600M were in our Klipsch The Fives review which you can see here: ruclips.net/video/fxzSO_fZHe0/видео.html
Hey Andrew! Great reviews that even the non-audiophile can understand. In this video you kind of leaned toward the Jamo S803 Home Cinema pack vs this (with the exception of the sub). Which would you recommend for a medium room, with both being driven by the Yamaha RX-V6A? This SVS Prime Satellite Speaker System or the Jamo S803 Home Cinema pack paired with an SVS SB-1000 sub. With the addition a of a quality sub to the Jamo S803s, the price difference is negligible.
Looking at 90%/10% home theater to music.
I am leaning toward the Jamo S803s because of the ease of future upgrade to Atmos. Thoughts?
The Jamo is what I’d recommend. For a larger room try the S809 in front and the 803 for rears.
Curious as to how these compare to the Monitor Bronze system
My cousin is thinking about getting a Bose system. I'm trying to convince him to get svs sytem. I think this system would be right for him getting into home theater.
It's not that the Bose is horrible, but it's an extremely poor value. I think the Bose hate is mostly because they charge a premium price for a mediocre product. What did he end up doing?
@@moniack Bose system.
@@Nytewolf718 my dad had some 301's for a long time our kitchen. My mom wanted something smaller and he got some $100 BIC bookshelves that sounded so much better. I even noticed when I went over there even though I didn't live there.
Appreciate your in-depth review. By any chance would you care to review Klipsch in wall speakers both for home theater and music listening. Looking forward. Thanks
In-wall speakers are difficult as they require me to permanently alter my home and that just isn't something I really want to do.
@@andrewrobinsonreviews thanks for your quick reply. It's just that I don't have good space for standalone units. It seems I will have to buy them out and take my chances on them. Thanks once again.
Been thinking of buying white speakers. But never thought about white speakers reflect the tv image. Good to know!
Andrew could you please review the new LG soundbar (sn11rg)
Great review! Do you have an opinion on using somthing like the SVS prime elevation speakers as hight channels for Atmos? (probably mounted high above the TV on the front wall pointed down)
P.s. love the blooper inclusions 😂
I would like to see a review on the satellite speakers Dali Fazon Sat since they might be good but you don't find a lot of in depth review on the internet. The design is very good and they are very compact as well but do they hold up to their steep price (270.- for each)?!
There's only one thing I don't like about that system. That center speaker. My OCD says no!.
Put the grille on or place the center upright (which you can) and you're all good!
@@andrewrobinsonreviews nah I'd still know it's not a proper center speaker.
@@Steve30x If you put it upright it matches all other 4, i did it with one set and my ocd was happy.
As a fellow Steve, I agree and have your back!
@@VeerMaharaj nope. It wouldn't look right. I have a full system already anyway
Just thinking -I can buy the S 809 HCS 5.0 + S8 Atmos Speakers Package and the SVS SB-1000 PRO at about the same price?? A lot more sound for the money I guess :-)
Can you review the Jamo subs, such as the s810 you mentioned in this review, or the c910 | c912. Your review of the Jamo Concert and Studio towers were rave, but what about the matching subs? Thanks so much!
Please review the jbl stage a130s speakers in a home theatre..along with a mid range yamaha or pioneer amp
Great video, thank you again for another informative review. So - I have two main questions, both home theatre related because if I get the house move I'm hoping for I may have room enough to seperate films and music into two different rooms. Firstly, subwoofer aside, with music and a two channel set up all the music imaging and depth comes from the left and the right channel. The percussion is there, right back, the vocalist is up front, dead centre, the lead guitar is slightly back and to the left of the lead singer and the backing vocals are lurking at the rear left of the soundstage. It's all there, either filling the room or sitting between the speakers depending on the equipment or the recording (or both of course) so why are there so many more speakers than 4 in a theatre set up? Why do you need the centre channel at the front mainly, of the 5 channel setup when the stereo speaker system can already place sound there. And equally, why can't (or don't) the two rear speakers work with the fronts to place sounds between them - what advantage is there in putting speakers in between the front and the rears? Overall that question boils down to why not just have a quadraphonic speaker system?
The second part of the question is to do with that center speaker - other than aesthetics, is there any reason that a typical (consumer level) centre speaker is designed symetrically with a midrange driver either side of the tweeter? Sorry for bombarding you with the questions Andrew. I'm just curious to learn more.
Quadraphonic was our first attempts at "home theater" if you will. The reason it's not the norm is the fact that we can mix and encode content with discrete channel or speaker information. You can have a home theater without a center speaker/channel, but if you're listening to a Dolby soundtrack but lack a center, that info is going to be split between your left and right main speakers anyway (provided you didn't mess up and tell your receiver you have a center connected). But just know that Dolby and DTS soundtracks have a dedicated center signal, so why not have a speaker to take advantage of it.
Second, most home center speakers are horizontal because of TVs. Simply put, need a speaker that "fits" below or above a screen. In a commercial cinema, the center speaker is NOT horizontal but the same as the left and right speakers (or in some instances two of the same speakers).
Great questions! Thanks for asking and for watching!
@Andrew Robinson Great job & when you have time what active tower speaker would work the best for movies? I just don't have the room for the AV and other things for a system.
Active towers, hmm. Not many of those on the market compared to powered monitors. Would have to think about it.
@@andrewrobinsonreviews look into the ATC SCM100ASLT Active Loudspeaker when you have time thanks. ;-)
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What about just doing a 3.1 system, if you don't have room for a 5.1 or more setup.
Front stage is the most important anyway especially centre for dialogue, l am mainly into 2ch music and l am also looking into a 3.1 system for movies, TV shows
Andrew Robinson, I’m curious about the Piega Premium 701 Wireless. They’re expensive, but if they sound as good as they look I’d consider eating ramen for awhile. More manageable, but still not cheap, would be the Dynaudio Xeo 30s. Haven’t heard either yet, but the pandemic has me itching for an audio upgrade.
Hey Andrew, what make/Model is the TV furniture?
Links are in the description.
So do you suggest the Jamo S 803 series with a SVS SB-1000 subwoofer?
I’d like to see you review the Arendal 1961 package with 1S sub.
Hi Andrew, in your professional opinion with the matching of device such as Klipsch the Five and SVS SB1000/ 2000.
Can this combination produce an immersive fidelity, and if answer is otherwise can further elaborate?
Appreciate any inputs.
The SB-1000 would pair great with The Fives, though the finish options wouldn't match. Adding a sub to The Fives would allow them to open up a little in the midrange, lose some of that chestiness (provided you set the sub up correctly) and thus turn them into an affective full-range speaker system.
Hi Andrew, could you do a review on Bose lifestyle systems as well.Thks.Any model will do.Thks
Thanks for your intelligent reviews. I have a 14 year old Aperion Intimus 6T system, and am currently considering either SVS ultra tower system, or the Aperion Verus III towers with matching peripherals. I would be interested in your views on the top Aperion System, there are multitudes of reviews on the SVS Ultras but no real content on the Aperions. BTW my sub duty is handled nicely by an old school SVS pb12 plus 2.
I like Aperion though it has been a number of years since I've demoed them. I think you'd be well suited either way, so it's up to you.
Hello Andrew, in this video you mention small, medium and long rooms. Can you please tell me what are the measurements that determine what kind of room I have? Thank you very much.
Anything which has 18-20 as its smaller side so 18x28ft 20x28ft etc are large
18x10 and anything inbetween is medium room
anything 12x6 or lower is small room
OFC IN MY OPINION.
@@datdudeinred Thank you very much for your answer.
Is this sufficient for an 8 m x 8 m room?
Hey andrew huge fan of the channel love your work, could you do a review of the JBL 5.1 multibeam surround soundbar. It retails for around $650 here in india. I'm a newbie in the audiophile world and want a soundbar for my room. Would love yo hear your thoughts on it as you dont have any videos on soundbars.
Should try to get your hands on JTR speakers!! Rythmik ....
yeah, probably not going to be requesting JTR speakers. Nothing against them, but they're just too big and cumbersome for our space and don't really fit in with what we're trying to focus on here. Appreciate you watching!