Consumer Score
In comparison:
Klipsch RP-8000F ranks #26 out of 80. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.5
Amazing
Consumer Score
In comparison:
SVS Prime Tower ranks #14 out of 80. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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9.6
Amazing
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Experts prefer SVS Prime Tower over Klipsch RP-8000F

On 5 Mar 2024 (23 days ago) we went through 82 Speakers expert endorsements .

Currently, SVS Prime Tower received 1 endorsement from Popular Mechanics (23 Sep 2023). Meanwhile, Klipsch RP-8000F did not receive any endorsements this month.

Rank Change Price Speakers
BestReviews
The Sound Junky
Gadget Review
What Hi-Fi
ZD Net
The Master Switch
Music Critic
Popular Mechanics
stereocheck.com
ABT
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N/A $599
SVS Prime Tower
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Klipsch RP-8000F
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Endorsement summary:

  • On 23 Sep 2023 Popular Mechanics ranked SVS Prime Tower as #1
    Rank Speakers Comment
    #1 out of 8 SVS Prime Tower
    Best Overall
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, in Mar 2024 neither Klipsch RP-8000F nor SVS Prime Tower were recommended by key experts who publish Floorstanding Speakers recommendations.
Rank Change Price Speakers
BestReviews
The Sound Junky
Gadget Review
What Hi-Fi
ZD Net
The Master Switch
Music Critic
Popular Mechanics
stereocheck.com
ABT
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- $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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [16]

88
Total expert reviews: 16
  • with a score: 4
  • without a score: 12
Highest score by Audioholics
100
Average score based on 16 reviews
88
Lowest score by Audioholics
80

Score distribution:

80-100
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Expert reviews [11]

85
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
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From Seller:
  • 1” titanium lts vented tweeter with hybrid tractrix Horn
  • Dual 8" Spun copper cerametallic woofers
  • Bass-reflex via rear-firing tractrix port
  • Dual binding posts for bi-wire/bi-amp
  • Strong, flexible removable magnetic grille
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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.
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Video Reviews Most popular unboxing/review videos.
BEST Speakers for Music and Movies! KLIPSCH 8000F Tower Speaker Review
Review by Andrew Robinson
Very popular! 342K views!
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Klipsch RP8000F review. Better than the Klipsch RP600M?
Review by Thomas & Stereo
Very popular! 129K views!
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Klipsch RP-8000F Speakers Sound Demo No.2
Review by Tharbamar
Very popular! 199K views!
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SVS Prime Tower Speakers Sound Demo, Rock
Review by Tharbamar
Popular! 30K views!
Play video review
The best speaker you didn't know about: The SVS Prime Tower.
Play video review
SVS Prime Tower | Floorstanding Speaker Full Review
Popular! 13K views!
Play video review
From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
EAN Numbers: 0743878035605
Model Numbers: 1065795
UPC Numbers: 743878035605
EAN Numbers: 0850071005400
UPC Numbers: 850071005400
Model Numbers: PRMTWRPNO
General Info
Number of Speakers How many speakers come in the package?
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2 Speaker(s)
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
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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
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87 dB
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
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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
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8 Ohms
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
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250 Watts
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
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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
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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
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Premium black ash
Dimensions
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40 lbs
 
Tweeters
Number of Tweeters
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1 Tweeter(s)
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
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1 inches
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
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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
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Aluminum Dome Tweeter
Mids
Number of Midranges
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1 Mid(s)
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
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4.5 inches
Woofers
Number of Woofers
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2 Woofer(s)
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
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6.5 inches
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
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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
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Yes
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
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No
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
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No
Remote Control Does the speaker come with a remote?
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No
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
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No
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
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No
Additional Details
Additional Features Any other features included.
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  • FEA-optimized cabinet
  • Separate sealed midrange enclosure
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SVS Prime Tower are a very popular option on the higher end of the price range. They're in the top 3 bestselling speakers and have dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Klipsch RP-8000F II or Wharfedale Diamond 240 .

SVS Prime Tower are $99.01 more expensive than the average speakers ($499.99).

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