Experts recommend SVS Prime Tower more than KLH Kendall
As of 6 Jun 2024, experts prefer SVS Prime Tower over KLH Kendall, but both Speakers have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, SVS Prime Tower received 1 recommendation: from Popular Mechanics (23 Sep 2023). KLH Kendall was also endorsed 1 times: by The Master Switch (11 Oct 2023). However, experts generally ranked KLH Kendall lower than SVS Prime Tower in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Speakers | stereocheck.com  | Gadget Review  | What Hi-Fi  | ZD Net  | The Master Switch  | Music Critic  | Popular Mechanics  | The Sound Junky  | BestReviews  | ABT  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | N/A | $599 |  SVS Prime Tower | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | - |
| 58 | N/A | Check price |  KLH Kendall The KLH Kendall speakers are a well-balanced 3-way passive bass reflex floor-standing speaker that delivers accurate and balanced sound in small to medium-sized listening rooms, with a frequency range of 25-23k Hz, sensitivity of 96 dB, and power handling capability of up to 250 watts, making them suitable for diverse musical environments and highly compatible with a wide range of amplifiers and receivers. | - | - | - | - | 16 | - | - | - | - | - |
Curious to see this month's entire Floorstanding Speakers ranking? It's here
Endorsement summary:
- On 11 Oct 2023 The Master Switch ranked KLH Kendall as #16
Rank Speakers ... ... #16 out of 20 KLH Kendall ... ... Source: www.themasterswitch.com - On 23 Sep 2023 Popular Mechanics ranked SVS Prime Tower as #1
Rank Speakers Comment #1 out of 8 SVS Prime Tower Best Overall... ... ... Source: www.popularmechanics.com
After counting and adding up the 82 expert endorsements of the June rankings, SVS Prime Tower outranks KLH Kendall. This is not to say that KLH Kendall is a bad option. Like SVS Prime Tower, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, in Jun 2024 neither KLH Kendall nor SVS Prime Tower were recommended by key experts who publish Floorstanding Speakers recommendations.
| Rank | Change | Price | Speakers | stereocheck.com | Gadget Review | What Hi-Fi | ZD Net | The Master Switch | Music Critic | Popular Mechanics | The Sound Junky | BestReviews | ABT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $228 |  Sony SSCS3 The Sony SSCS3 floor-standing speakers offer decent sound quality, strong imaging, and respectable bass for a small tower speaker, making them a great budget-friendly option for music and movie enthusiasts. | - | 5 | - | 5 | 2 | - | 2 | - | 3 | - |
| 2 | - | $1000 |  SVS Ultra Tower The SVS Ultra Tower speakers offer exceptional sound quality, sleek design, and compatibility with various audio systems, making them a top choice for audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts. | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
| 3 | - | Check price |  Dayton Audio T652 The Dayton Audio T652 tower speakers are a budget-friendly and versatile option for those looking for clear and dynamic audio reproduction with a sleek and modern design. | - | 7 | - | - | 9 | 4 | - | - | 2 | - |
| 4 | - | $1499 |  Q Acoustics 5040 The Q Acoustics 5040 speakers receive high praise for their exceptional sound quality, compact size, and versatile compatibility, making them a recommended choice for those seeking powerful home theater sound in a compact package. | - | - | 1 | - | - | - |
5 | - | - | - |
| Show all rows | |||||||||||||
Expert reviews [11]
Total expert reviews: 11
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 11
Expert reviews [11]
Total expert reviews: 11
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 9
| Highest score by Digital Trends | 90 |
| Average score based on 11 reviews | 85 |
| Lowest score by ReferenceHomeTheater | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- 3-Way bass reflex system with 2 x 6.5” Woven Kevlar bass drivers, 1 x 5.25” Woven Kevlar mid/bass driver, and a high performance 1” Anodized Aluminum tweeter with a linear response faceplate.
- Butyl rubber surrounds and braided tinsel leads on all drivers.
- Read more
From Seller:
- The 1” Aluminum dome tweeter, which is light, efficient, and rigid, provides high SPL (Sound Pressure Level) with minimal distortion and the sense of utter transparency. It deploys a Finite-Element-Analysis (FEA) optimized diffuser to ensure the tweeter only has the perfect on-axis and off-axis frequency response.
- Read more
Home Theater | KLH Kendall, Story and Windsor 12 Review
Review by Youthman
Popular! 12K views!
Play video review
KLH Kendall Floorstanding Speakers - Pair (Black Oak)
Review by Maria's Online Nook
Play video review
The best speaker you didn't know about: The SVS Prime Tower.
Review by Home Theater Fanatics
Play video review
SVS Prime Tower | Floorstanding Speaker Full Review
Review by Home Theater Hobbyist
Popular! 13K views!
Play video review
General Info
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Sound Quality
Speaker Design Speaker design is a term used to describe the number drivers in the speaker. Drivers are the cones that actually create sound. These cones come in three types: tweeters, midranges (sometimes called mi ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Other
3.5 way
Sensitivity Measured in decibels, or dB, sensitivity measures a speaker’s ability to convert power to volume. Lower sensitivity speakers require more power from the amplifier to achieve higher volumes. Higher sen ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Frequency Response Range Given as a range in Hertz (Hz), frequency response is a measurement of the range of sound a speaker can reproduce. For reference, the human ear can hear a frequency range of 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (shorte ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
30 Hz-25 kHz
Impedance Impedance is a key electrical measurement, provided in ohms. This number describes the electrical resistance provided by the speaker to the power signal sent by your amplifier. A common analogy used f ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Maximum Power Handling Power handling, or peak power, is the highest wattage a speaker can accept from an amplifier before it burns out or becomes damaged. This number is given in watts. It’s recorded by measuring how loud ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Physical Features
Enclosure Type The type of enclosure, or cabinet, plays a key role in determining the focus of your sound. Do you prefer accurate bass or loud, “boomy” bass? There are three types of enclosures to consider when purc ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Bass Reflex
Enclosure Material The material used to make the speaker enclosure, also called baffle, plays a big part in the sound quality of the speaker. The best materials are stiff and resistant to extra vibrations (which would c ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF)
Finish
The type of finish describes the material used on the exterior surface of the cabinet. There is no recommended material; it is purely aesthetic and dependent on your tastes and style. The most importa ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Premium black ash
Dimensions
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Loading product dimensions...
Weight
no data Know this info? Contribute!
40 lbs
Tweeters
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Tweeter Size Tweeters produce the highest frequencies in sound, typically anything above 2,000 Hz. Usually located at the top of the speaker, tweeters come in different shapes and sizes. Generally speaking, the si ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Tweeter Type For the true audiophile, choosing the right tweeter shape is key to getting the best out of your speaker. Different tweeter styles distribute sound more effectively throughout the room, and because hi ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Dome
Tweeter Composition In addition to the shape of the tweeter, the material has a big impact on the type of sound emitted. The two most popular materials are metals (aluminum, titanium, beryllium etc.) and soft textiles (s ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Aluminum Dome Tweeter
Mids
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Midrange Size Speakers with midrange drivers (i.e., at least three-way speakers) have a distinct advantage over two-way speakers. Adding a midrange driver to the mix allows tweeters and woofers to focus on the soun ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Woofers
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Woofer Size A critical element of a floor standing speaker is its woofer. This is the driver responsible for low frequency sounds and bass. It is the biggest driver in size and is usually shaped like a cone. When ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Woofer Composition Woofers are built with a variety of materials, such as paper, plastic, polypropylene, Kevlar, or metal. Some are even made with more unique materials like wood. They key to quality in a woofer materia ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Tapered woofer array
Powered Subwoofer Some floor standing speakers contain a built-in powered subwoofer as part of the overall speaker design. Typically when you’re building a home theater system, the subwoofer is purchased as a separate ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Connections and Controls
Banana Plug Compatible Banana plugs are a type of connector for speaker wire. They are often regarded as more beneficial than bare wire, which can fray and degrade over time. Banana plugs allow you to insert the bare wire i ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Bi Amp/Bi Wire Capable For the more sophisticated listener, you may want to bi-wire or bi-amp your speakers. For bi-wiring: If the speaker has dual binding posts or terminals, you may be able to use two wires to connect to ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Remote Control
Does the speaker come with a remote?
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Wireless Connections
Bluetooth Enabled Speakers with built-in Bluetooth allow you to stream audio content directly from a device (e.g., smartphone, tablet, laptop) on the speakers. This feature behaves just like any other Bluetooth-enabled ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Wireless Connectivity Some floor standing speakers may come with the option to connect to your TV wirelessly or via your Wi-Fi network. The benefit to this set up is the absence of wires, which makes setup simple and clean ... Show more
no data Know this info? Contribute!
Additional Details
Additional Features
Any other features included.
no data Know this info? Contribute!
- FEA-optimized cabinet
- Separate sealed midrange enclosure