SVS Prime Bookshelf Speaker Review - Subwoofers, Speakers, what's next... Space Travel?

[@laylaandevan2680]

Just an observation: you have got to be one of the hardest working SOBs on KZbin right now. Good on you. I’m glad to see it’s paying off. I just hope you don’t burn yourself out. Keep having fun with it, man.

[@laylaandevan2680]

There’s a lyric from a song by band you probably never heard of that goes “The brightest flame burns quickest”. But you must find a way.

[@cheapaudioman]

I'm getting into a routine and tightening up the videos and the editing is going way more quickly. appreciate it though.

[@mschwachterizer]

@@cheapaudioman looking great

[@nc3419]

A brand new motorcycle shouldn't cost as much as a brand new motorcycle.

[@NeilBlanchard]

There are a TON of motorcycles out there, that are 2-3 years old with about 3,000 miles on them. People get them, and ride 2800 miles the first year ... and then don't keep going, the next year.

[@RdandTrk1]

Just got my Prime Bookshelfs in today, and I'm running them through my battery of music as I type this. They are AMAZING! For the first time ever, I actually understand what people say when they talk about music sounding 3D. Keep killing it Randy. I love that your channel is growing.

[@tubincubin98]

curious, what are you using for the amp?

[@RdandTrk1]

@@tubincubin98 I'm actually driving them with the SVS Soundbase.

[@saulja1000]

I just have to say for anyone looking to buy a pair of SVS Prime bookshelf you could not go wrong. I have owned my SVS PC2000 Pro's and Prime bookshelf along with center channel. Their customer service is above and beyond what you could expect. I had an accident where my Black Lab Bruno knocked the prime off the shelf damaging the woofer. I reached out to SVS to ask about buying a replacement unit. To my surprise they were amazing and shipped out a replacement woofer at no charge. I am speechless and am a customer for life. Very impressed with their customer service.

[@weekendsketches]

such improvement on lighting and video quality... looking good Randy.

[@welderfixer]

I agree.

[@cheapaudioman]

Thanks!

[@donpettit7107]

Feels a little CGI...RandyBot?

[@weekendsketches]

@@donpettit7107 well I like CGI

[@donpettit7107]

@@weekendsketches There’s no replicating Randy. That would break the AI.

[@Simplicity165]

Getting away from the basics..? Build quality..? rear view of the speaker..? Fit and finish..? Never forget where you came from.. Don't worry we love your content..

[@cheapaudioman]

good point. I have forgotten to do that with all my fancy d roll. thanks for the reminder.

[@allstar930]

Love this. I splurged on one of their subs for my 2.1 setup a few years ago and it was a revelation. Best yet, they’re headquartered in my home town, even though I now live on the other side of the country.

[@noahandky3019]

Damn Randy, you're killing it. I've got some loot burning a hole in my pocket and this weekend's speaker shoot out is gonna determine what I go with. The speaker shoot out is appreciated, it really helps narrow down the choices. Keep up the great work.

[@tommons7934]

May I know what you eventually got and how was it? Also planning to buy one myself.

[@mjg7408]

This channel was the find of 2023. Love the delivery of your content, informative, fun, and short enough to fit into my free time. Thanks

[@cheapaudioman]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@bertraminc9412]

Your intro is the most comfortable intro I know... coffee... mmm... warm room..... talk about speakers.... cheesy wonderful teal green 70's intro screen.... Perfect! Only thing I would add is a little bit of your final statement cutoff and an intentional bad editing fade to the title screen like Dr. Steve Brule! He's so funny!..... and he always messes up the fade to the next scene! So funny. You dingus! ..... Oh, Jethuth! I wrote this before I saw you drink the stainless steel cleaner! You are a jenus! LMAO!

[@moniack]

One of your best intros ever! Easily top 5.

[@TheItalianDNA]

I love how genuine you are. I find your stuff entertaining and a lot less stuffy than most "tech" reviews. REFRESHING to say the least! Subscribed!

[@cheapaudioman]

Thanks!

[@donlew8222]

Great speakers. Using these as surrounds and 2 channel listening. Very happy.

[@m_c_8656]

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[@AudioElectronicsChicago]

Randy, you are getting better and better!

[@blazermdx]

I’m with you! He’s improving at a rapid rate. Such a great channel!

[@jimibird1]

Great energy today I'm getting the fun vibe.

[@tayne1807]

That intro just earned you a subscriber my dude. Appreciate your attitude, well done

[@cheapaudioman]

Welcome aboard! is this the one where I chugged the window cleaner?

[@tayne1807]

@@cheapaudioman that’s the one. Most of your intros make me chuckle but this one really made me laugh. I’m brand new to the space and looking to make my first purchase, I’ve found your channel is the one I keep returning to as I’m making my wish list. Thanks for all the info and effort you put into getting it out to everyone

[@jeremymerry7967]

i heard sound tests on these and they sound amazing i think i found my new speakers

[@zacknrudi]

That close-up....your eyes are HUGE! Enjoyed the review, BTW.

[@UserUser-zm3fo]

They do sound that good. They even shine at low volumes.

[@seand3980]

Randy that opening should seriously win an award. What a wonderful overall video in everyway; another great job!!! :) Thank you

[@cheapaudioman]

thanks, bro. so much fun to make

[@divorceddawg]

Your “Pet” sound effects... spot on man. Spot on.

[@methylbenzodiazepine]

Thanks for this review. I only hear good things about SVS products. I am so curious to hear SVS for myself. It seems SVS is one company that really know what they are doing. The SVS ultras are on my wanted list.

[@oricalchem]

I've been watching your videos for a little while, too-ing and fro-ing between speakers to buy, and today I finally bought a pair of these! Thanks - your reviews are great.

[@cheapaudioman]

Appreciate that. They’re awesome.

[@andrescarrera6955]

You get better in each and every video

[@functoravatar]

His product ads have become one of my favourite parts !!! :D :D :D

[@petethegreekre]

Nice one Cheapaudioman. Looking for near field to put an a desk, and have some more head room when I need to dance the night away. These SVS, are enticing, so thanks Cheapaudioman.

[@christian2123]

Great video! The production really moved up a level and you kept it light. Love the glass cleaner gag! Laughed out loud twice and again when I loaded up Pet on my Cheapaudioman inspired (approval pending) desktop system. Used Totem Mites - C$275, Topping PA3 - C$200 by the time it got to Canada and an old NextAV Bluetooth receiver I had kicking around (C$40 from Amazon I think). Cables from the ole cable bag that every Dad has in the basement. Keep up the good work!

[@odwatchguy]

Thanks Randy really enjoyed this review since I had never heard of SVS. There are so many bright objects outside that cave I have been in for 20 years, I'm glad your here to show the best of the affordable equipment.

[@FarHagh]

Staying in cave is good for your pocket!

[@odwatchguy]

@@FarHagh Yes but my wife likes live concerts so that adds up, but 35 years of rock concerts with her is a true life experience.

[@StellarAudyssey]

haha The D roll really lives up to its name.. Love it!

[@briancampbell7712]

Thanks for being so honest with your reviews...the rest of the audio-files on utube are so bias towards companies that cater to them...I also like how funny you can be with your dry humor😁

[@benki._]

I’m buying a pair of these primarily to watch movies. They’re gonna be paired with an svs subwoofer too. Question is: how necessary would be the prime center with these, given the fact that they have an amazing center image? Can i get away with settling for phantom center? Because that prime center speaker is massive and opposite to other brands, it’s much bigger than the left and right speakers!

[@BrettFox]

What did you decide?

[@tommccarthy3385]

I'd like to believe that people are smart enough to realize you didn't actually drink an entire bottle of window cleaner. I'd like to.

[@treyhorn5645]

That was great, I'd love to hear those. All the speakers I own are soft dome , I want to experience something different. Digging that fancy camera. Great review man 👍

[@HomeTheatre101]

Also agree with you on the bass rolloff, never have had any bookshelf or even floor standing speaker amaze me like they do!

[@cheapaudioman]

they're pretty awesome. check out the video tomorrow. I talk about them a lot again

[@mvanalst2003]

New subscriber as of a day or two ago. Great stuff here. I enjoy how you’re never rushed and you appear to speak your mind without significant outside influence. Looking forward to hearing and seeing much much more. Thanks for creating!

[@cheapaudioman]

Welcome aboard! appreciate it

[@hoth2112]

I know you prefer to stick to Rock for your primary test tracks, but If you ever wanna try another track with super deep bass, I suggest "Thanks To You" by Boz Scaggs. Theres a few points in the song that dig super deep.

[@RdandTrk1]

Damn, I watched this video again. Like, this is legitimately funny. The timing of chugging the glass cleaner, and then the blurry fade in from the bottom, "Hey."

[@yttean98]

You can promote yourself to be the Chief Audioman, cos Cheap sounds like Chief.

[@karlos543]

Wow.. 12 k subscribed then. I've recently joined and I can see why you've grown. Well done and hi from the UK👍

[@nicholaspeterson5798]

Hey Randy, in case it wasn’t on your radar these speakers have gone from $499 to $299. Certainly sweetens the deal on an already great speaker.

[@wpkg]

i think that is $299 per speaker, not for the pair, right?

[@kevinmcmenamin8886]

@@wpkg yes 299 per speaker but I got them in the outlet for 199 per speaker last week

[@Daltondoubledeuce]

How do they do as front channels for movies? Love this channel.

[@mikeg3660]

Video and audio much improved…. Love your channel.

[@landonporter77]

I love your channel man. Very well done and thanks for (most likely) talking me out of the RP600M...

[@cheapaudioman]

600m is a great speaker at $440. Any higher than that I would look towards something else. The primes are a great and more balanced soeaker than the 600’s

[@Giovanni_Lippert]

I think i found my favorite audio channel XD

[@beatprocess]

Thinking of using these as studio monitors

[@ginom407]

Keep doing what you're doing Bruh! Great review! 👍👍

[@ecko80911]

Great job brother. Because of you I have been able to make better audio purchases.

[@thecarnivorecollector]

Your internal pipes have probably never been so squeaky clean 😆 😂 😂 😂 😆 🧼 🧽

[@Jimbomania]

I got mine yesterday and already love them. Can't wait until I have the time to really dial & break them in. A huge improvement over the $100 a pair speakers I had (not that I'm knocking my Micca OoO at all they're just fine) but the SVS Prime really open your eyes to what else is out there svs how much nicer things can be and still be affordable.

[@jasonrippon2303]

@cheapaudioman I was going to complain because of the lack of Notepad. Thanks for clarifying and not letting me down.

[@mjb182]

Man, you sound and talk like Marty Beard! 1:22 “Mmm hmm, Ok?” 😆 Thanks for the review! Decided to get the primes over the diamonds

[@shawnwade4062]

SVS prime or emotiva for a movie only home theater??

[@thefactor6909]

Outstanding Video Randy and some how they seem to keep getting better and better ! 👊🏻👍🏻 Oh and I’ll take two please 😁

[@brainfm-relaxation]

A great share, we have so many nice places to see in this world. Happy traveling!

[@NeilBlanchard]

The tweeter does have a diffuser ring behind the protective mesh screen. Which may be why it sounds good. An interesting study was done a long while ago, and they found that we humans like what they called a Harman curve - a boost in the bass, and a slight drop in the treble. I think the amount of these slopes is a matter of taste. Flat between about 200Hz and 1kHz is good - and for me with a full range speaker, I like about 0.7dB boost per octave below 200Hz, and a 0.5dB per octave rolloff above 1kHz. So, about 2dB boost at 20Hz - if your speaker goes that low - almost no music has very much below 30Hz. Pipe organs and big drums and synthesizers can get down there. And a total of 3dB drop at 20kHz makes for a neutral *sounding* speaker, in many people's opinion. The Harman in this case, is the same guy in Harman Kardon audio company.

[@cheapaudioman]

Yeah. I've heard about that. Mostly in regards to headphones. Great info, Neil.

[@robertorodriguez2609]

thriller and off the wall make for good music to evaluate imaging.

[@codychavarria6088]

Even Bad and dangerous. The high quality of engineering they use and Michael. It's just hard to beat

[@TheCookieMonstersDad]

Finally SVS! I knew these would kick butt. Are you doing a speaker shootout involving the SVS?

[@cheapaudioman]

for sure. on saturday

[@TheCookieMonstersDad]

@@cheapaudioman Awesome! This channel keeps growing. Great job Randy!

[@ziggy8757]

@@cheapaudioman elac unifi 2.0 must be in that shootout...

[@dlloyd6300]

Randy.....bro....... Are you a brother from another mother? Weyland-Yutani Corp T-shirt?! Hell yeah! I literally asked for and got a WY hat for Christmas. I'm betting I'm the first one to pick up on that 👍😉😁. One of my favorite movie series of all time.

[@cheapaudioman]

Look up 6 dollar t shirts. Really cool sci fi t shirts.

[@dlloyd6300]

@@cheapaudioman I'm so on it, thanks for the tip!

[@josexavierjr.5633]

Good review, Randy. I'll wait for the big sale on these, when they drop to $325/pair........it's coming, I know it is! Meanwhile, I'm still on a honeymoon with my Wharfedale Diamond 11.2 & NHT SuperOne 2.1 speakers........................................ Window cleaner is good for the internal hydraulics! Congrats on the 12K+ subscribers..................

[@MFRiley]

Starting to think these might be the speakers for me. Looking closely at the Klipsch RP-600Ms, but I'm afraid of fatigue, as treble can easily fatigue my ears. Will be moving up from the Jamo S803s, which I have enjoyed... Just looking for a little bit more midrange.

[@AG-33-]

Hey Randy. You don't look tired! 🤦 Great video brother. I like these speakers a lot.

[@broadhurst5000]

may I ask which french film school you studied at? You're cinemaography is sublime

[@kevinnewman2352]

Randy would you pick the SVS prime bookshelves over the Polk tsi100? If you do like the Primes better can you let me know why you like them over the tsi100's Thx

[@b.borrelli8688]

SVS Prime & Emo Airmotiv are some of the only affordable options with proper 3-way center channels to match. On a sweaty hot deserted island would you go Prime or Airmotiv ?

[@darrenwhippy2571]

Great review I'm definitely buying these to complement my prime centre and prime satellites the only downside is they are fairly expensive here in England but I think the sound quality out way the price tag

[@raffeal247]

I just bought a pair of these on ebay for cheap. I have the Airmotiv B1's already in my bedroom setup. These will go great with my prime elevations that I am using as surrounds in my bedroom currently in a 5.1 system. Time for the 7.1!!!

[@cheapaudioman]

nice

[@raizt1596]

How do they compare to the B1's? I just found a pair on marketplace and may pick them up.

[@raffeal247]

@@raizt1596 Pick up the B1's if the price is right. You won't regret it.

[@sirdenaort856]

I watch you video from France and love them ! Which amplifier you recommanded with these speaker, about 800 -1000 euros ! Tanks a lot

[@knobbshots]

Thanks Randy, great review, as (almost) always...lol. You musta had a nap, wink

[@madisonsinclair5123]

Randy, okay it looks like they changed the waveguide on these things. Instead of it matching the case, it is now kind of a dull metal finish which, I suppose, is intended to mimic the polished waveguide of the ultras but instead looks like an old washer that was lying around in your basement for years. Either a very poor aesthetic choice, or a very smart marketing decision two ugly up the Primes so we will buy the Ultras instead. Just curious when you bought yours. If I could find these with the cabinet matching waveguides, I would get it. The new ones just like butt ugly.

[@kcs.9744]

You wild bro😂 love the comedy. And another great review.

[@cheapaudioman]

I appreciate it. fun video to make

[@AmericanConstellation]

I'll tell ya what...Just a tip...Liquid furniture polish is even better for ya! Talk about a really good laxative!

[@cheapaudioman]

ha

[@chrisdavies2654]

86db efficient. Its getting to be a pain to pair something with the audiolab 6000a

[@artcoffeejeff]

Too bad TG had to miss this one, he would have loved it! 👍

[@quicktoevil]

oh God when he started chugging that liquid 😂

[@haihophan]

Would you consider review the B&W entry-level series. I heard the 607(s2) is really good.

[@volatilemolotov2298]

Head to head: SVS Prime vs Elac Debut DBR62? It's so hard deciding on speakers. Ugh.

[@ryousuketakahashi5038]

Also i think the best affordable speakers are : Wharfedale Diamond 11 series , EVO series and Elysian series designed by Peter Comeau. They sound and look like speakers that cost 3 or 4 times more , they are unique and very good built. I HAVE SPOKEN

[@jon_in_space9402]

Randy be chugging!

[@wg5768]

That Harry ' s is good stuff. It gave you great ''Clarity'', and I'm a stickler on clarity! Svs makes excellent speakers,but there is a lot of competition out there. You can get Emotiva B1+'s for 229 a pair or Klipsch Rp600 m's for 400+ dollars when on sale.

[@cheapaudioman]

Very good point. The B1+'s are great. I won't ruin it, but the RP600's and these will be the Saturday Speaker Shootout

[@dicmccoy]

That intro though. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@tomkershaw4384]

On October 4th SVS is raising the price of this speaker to $300. a piece. Piano Black finish will jump to $350.each. That is a 20 percent increase. Better pull that trigger soon.

[@stevesteve8264]

Hi, my two cents worth is the background subtle sounds in Pink Floyd recordings. BUT... by far, the best example of this is the Dark Side Of The Moon, "Breathe" and "Time". The whole al bum is full of it, but those two are fucking CRAZY with what you pick out with good clarity and vocal presence.

[@AF-O6]

I just bought the RP-600Ms after one of your earlier vids for under $385 on sale. If I had seen these earlier I would have bought them instead. I can’t detect a sound quality improvement, but the case is nicer and they feel higher quality. ...and I am about to buy a new motorcycle.

[@cheapaudioman]

600’s are awesome. $385 is a steal. Don’t look back.

[@Satch_4_Hogs]

Steve Winwood. "Hired Love" The best song about prostitutes since "Lady Marmalade"

[@BrettFox]

How do these perform in a home theater situation?

[@lukes_stuff1]

Hey what's your thoughts on these vs the css torii? Who wins in your opinion?

[@sting64az]

@2:10 amazing where do you buy that product that is multi-purpose even to drink? How good does it clean one's bowels?.

[@BlueCollarBen]

You mentioned that you ended up buying these when reviewing the ultra. Now that it’s been a while, what do you think? Do you still run them?

[@pomonabill220]

You are a NUT! LOVE IT!

[@RedSinter]

Randy so are they $400 a prir or each? Your description says 2 things lack of defraction, obviously the cabinet edges and the driver placement and their cab set in terms of distance between drivers and voice coil alignment. The two factors affect several aspects virtual off axis and on axis. Also FYI GR-Research tests any speaker sent in for free. He then if its worth it or if design permits does an analysis of the crossover and if its, worth fixing and how much.

[@robertesposito7496]

Hey Randy, do you like the primes over the JBL 530s? The JBL 530s are going for $239.00

[@joelane4670]

Did you use center while listening to your music? Or just 2 channel? Thanks silly. 🤣🤣🤣

[@drmbgls1]

Try listening to Edgar Winters Frankenstein when testing.

[@cheapaudioman]

love the drum solo on it. fun song

[@NeeMroth]

Hi Randy! ❤Would you recommend🔊 the SVS or the Elac debut6 2.0 to the Yamaha as501?

[@cheapaudioman]

These for sure.

[@ziggy8757]

just on clarity which is better, emotiva b1+ or the SVS prime?

[@louiegonzalez4599]

Curious about this comparison myself.

[@cheapaudioman]

on pure clarity the emos. hard to beat their tweeter

[@RdandTrk1]

@@louiegonzalez4599 This!

[@marineboy6033]

Love the t shirt!

[@welderfixer]

@cheapaudioman Please correct me if I am wrong: starter/budget Sony SSCS5, Got a good job and maybe a side hustle Emotiva B1+, Hit some bucks on the lottery or sold the wife's car SVS Prime Bookshelf. Or, is the Sony speakers really all that is needed for a good sound system? I wonder what audio source would make the Sonys sound as good as a high dollar system. Maybe, there is no such thing as a cheap quality system. Is it all just mindset? Why does audio seem to matter so much to us. We buy a TV and don't think much more about it for years or until it fails. Sorry for the ramble. Please have a great day Randy and everyone.

[@cheapaudioman]

With a sub and proper integration I think that the Sony can and will sound incredible. Already sounds incredible with proper placement without a sub. a neutral to lush amp will pair very well with the Sony's. Proper toe in will also help a lot with the sony. If one uses LOTS by Ron at NRD, a properly integrated sub, and a properly mated amplifier, the Sony system will probably destroy other things twice as expensive. With all that said if one does the same thing with higher end components will do something similar and it will be better.

[@welderfixer]

@@cheapaudioman Thanks much. More Sonys when on sale price it is. Surely, The W.A.F. will be a hard sell when I mount a pair to the ceiling for ATMOS with my "new to me" receiver. A million thanks again Sir.

[@cheapaudioman]

@@welderfixer one thing I forgot to include was the measurement mic. Very good for the room setup. I think any 3.5mm mic will work for the in room cal. I've got one here I can send you if you don't have access to one.

[@911jason]

I started my system with the Sony Core Series, except for the sub (I have an SVS sub). Then bought a pair of JBL Studio 530s in what I thought was their Black Friday sale. Turns out they go on sale all the time, and I wasn’t nearly as impressed with them as I thought I’d be. Now trying to decide what to replace them with, but kinda wishing I had just kept the Sony Cores instead.

[@welderfixer]

@@911jason I have the Sonys on my front three right now and I do like them. In fact they surprise me often with their quality of output and it's hard for me to consider replacing them. I had Polk TSi-100 right and left plus the CS-100 center up front before the Sonys. The Polks sounded dull and a bit lifeless, but were far better than my 30 year old Realistic speakers. I sure would like to A-B the Sonys, Emotiva B1+ and these SVS speakers. It would be great if I could talk Randy into doing that for a video.

[@Andrewatnanz]

Who makes those woofers? Peerless Tymphany?

[@LaGataNegra3073]

We here feel audio shouldnt cost as much as an alimony. Monthly. payment. Where she took your stereo system in the settlement. she doesnt even listen to music. You paid for it once. And now youre paying for it again. monthly. Yearly. To her. It shouldnt cost that much.