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Experts prefer SVS Prime Tower over Polk Audio RTI A9
On 2 Apr 2024 (17 days ago) we went through 82 Speakers expert endorsements .
Currently, SVS Prime Tower received 1 endorsement from Popular Mechanics (23 Sep 2023). Meanwhile, Polk Audio RTI A9 did not receive any endorsements this month.
| Rank | Change | Price | Speakers | ABT  | BestReviews  | The Sound Junky  | Popular Mechanics  | Music Critic  | The Master Switch  | ZD Net  | What Hi-Fi  | Gadget Review  | stereocheck.com  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | N/A | $599 |  SVS Prime Tower | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | Check price |  Polk Audio RTI A9 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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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... ... ... Source: www.popularmechanics.com
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Polk Audio RTI A9 
SVS Prime Tower 
As can be seen below, in Apr 2024 neither Polk Audio RTI A9 nor SVS Prime Tower were recommended by key experts who publish Floorstanding Speakers recommendations.
| Rank | Change | Price | Speakers | ABT | BestReviews | The Sound Junky | Popular Mechanics | Music Critic | The Master Switch | ZD Net | What Hi-Fi | Gadget Review | stereocheck.com |
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| 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. | - | 3 | - | 2 | - | 2 | 5 | - | 5 | - |
| 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 | - | $160 |  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. | - | 2 | - | - | 4 | 9 | - | - | 7 | - |
| 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. | - | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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No expert reviews linked yet for Polk Audio RTI A9.
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 | |
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| 20-40 | |
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From Seller:
- Single real wood floor standing speaker with all MDF construction and resonance free enclosures
- Equipped with dual 5.25 Inch polymer composite Cone drivers and three 7 inch polymer composite subwoofers
- Features power port technology to reduce incheschuffing inches Or inchesport Noise inches
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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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EAN Numbers: 0747192113070, 0747192118457
UPC Numbers: 747192113070, 747192118457
Official Urls:
EAN Numbers: 0850071005400
UPC Numbers: 850071005400
Model Numbers: PRMTWRPNO
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
Three-Way
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
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
18 Hz → 27,000 Hz
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
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
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
Bass Reflex
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
Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF)
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
Curved furniture-grade hardwood veneer
Premium black ash
Dimensions
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Weight
75 lbs
40 lbs
Tweeters
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
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
Cone
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
Dynamic Balance silk polymer composite
Aluminum Dome Tweeter
Mids
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
Woofers
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
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
Dynamic Balance drivers with polymer composite cones
Tapered woofer array
Woofer Surround In addition to the composition of the woofer itself, the material used for the woofer surround is also important. The surround is the flexible suspension ring that goes around the woofer cone. Surroun ... Show more
Rubber surrounds
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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
Connections and Controls
Receiver Inputs The type of connectors or terminals on the speaker determine how you connect the speaker to your receiver. There are two main types: spring clips and binding posts. Spring Clips: Spring clips are desi ... Show more
Pair of Dual 5-way Binding Posts - Gold-Plated
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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
Inputs Some speakers have other inputs in addition to the binding posts or terminals. This may include HDMI, auxiliary jack, and/or optical inputs. An example of how this may be beneficial is the auxiliary c ... Show more
Pair of Dual 5-way Binding Posts - Gold-Plated
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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
Remote Control
Does the speaker come with a remote?
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
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
Additional Details
Additional Features
Any other features included.
- Timbre-matched within their series
- Computer-modeled anti-diffraction grilles
- 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 Wharfedale Diamond 240 or Klipsch R-26FA .
SVS Prime Tower are $100 more expensive than the average speakers ($499).
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