SVS Prime Pinnacle Tower Speaker
Built to deliver true full-range performance without the bulk of traditional floorstanders, the SVS Prime Pinnacle combines audiophile-grade refinement with the scale and punch home theater demands. Its 3-way driver array (a 1" aluminum-dome tweeter, 5.25" glass-fiber midrange, and three 6.5" woofers) is engineered for seamless handoffs across the frequency spectrum, so vocals lock in, instruments stay textured, and effects hit with effortless dynamics. A triple rear-ported cabinet and SoundMatch 3-Way Crossover help the speaker play loud, clean, and controlled—ideal for two-channel listening, immersive surround systems, or anyone chasing big-room sound from a slim tower design. The SVS Prime Pinnacle Tower Speakers are part of ListenUp's SVS Floor Standing Tower Speakers Collection.
What It’s Good At:
- Deep, room-energizing bass from a slim tower thanks to triple 6.5" woofers and triple rear ports
- Clear, realistic vocals and instruments with a dedicated 5.25" composite glass-fiber midrange driver
- Crisp, detailed highs with wide dispersion from a 1" aluminum-dome tweeter with an FEA-optimized diffuser
- Seamless driver blending and a wide “sweet spot” using a precisely tuned 3-way SoundMatch crossover network
- High output and cinematic dynamics without strain for action movies, concerts, and reference-level listening
- Premium build and resonance control using advanced bracing, sub-enclosures, and diffraction-reducing design details
SVS Prime Pinnacle Tower Speaker Full Specifications:
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Rated bandwidth: 29 Hz–25 kHz (±3 dB)
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Nominal impedance: 8 ohms
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Sensitivity: 88 dB (2.83V @ 1 meter full-space, 300–3kHz)
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Recommended amplifier power: 20–300 watts
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Finish options: Premium Black Ash; Piano Gloss Black
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Terminals: 5-way binding posts
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Ports: Triple 2" wide-flared rear-firing ports
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Grille: Cloth grille with pin/cup retention system
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Cabinet dimensions: 40.5" (H) x 8" (W) x 13.4" (D)
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Overall dimensions: 41.1" (H) x 8" (W) x 13.9" (D) (includes grille, feet and binding posts)
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Weight packaged: 66 lbs (29.9 kg)
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Weight unboxed: 57.1 lbs (25.9 kg)
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Tweeter: 1" aluminum-dome tweeter with FEA-optimized diffuser
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Midrange: 5.25" midrange with composite glass-fiber cone, aluminum shorting ring, cast ABS-fiberglass composite basket, and vented voice coil former
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Woofers: Triple 6.5" woofers with long-stroke motor and suspension, polypropylene cone, aluminum shorting ring, cast ABS-fiberglass composite basket, and vented voice coil former
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SoundMatch crossover network: 3-way crossover with premium-grade capacitors, air-core inductors, and heavy-trace printed circuit boards
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2-piece PCB design: Reduces component interference
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Tweeter-to-midrange crossover: 2.1kHz (12 dB/octave slopes)
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Midrange-to-woofer crossover: 300Hz (12 dB/octave slopes)
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Sealed midrange enclosure: Angled bracing diffuses and shifts standing waves beyond the driver pass band for improved sound quality
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Separate woofer enclosures: Three enclosures with optimized port tuning frequencies for smooth, accurate bass response
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FEA-optimized grilles: Acoustically transparent to minimize diffraction
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Diffraction control: Chamfered front baffle and flush-mounted drivers reduce edge diffraction and improve on-axis high frequency response
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Resonance control: FEA-optimized cabinet and angled bracing eliminates resonances and improves rigidity for an acoustically inert enclosure
SVS Prime Pinnacle Tower Speaker Q&A:
- Is the SVS Prime Pinnacle a good choice for both music and home theater?
- Yes—its 3-way design is voiced for audiophile musical detail while also delivering the dynamic output and bass impact needed for movies and surround sound systems.
- How deep does the Prime Pinnacle play without a subwoofer?
- It’s rated to 29 Hz (±3 dB), providing substantial low-end for full-range stereo listening, though a subwoofer can still add more ultra-low bass for large rooms or maximum home theater impact.
- What amplifier power works best with these tower speakers?
- SVS recommends 20–300 watts, giving you flexibility—from quality AV receivers to dedicated power amps—depending on room size and listening volume.
- Are they difficult to drive?
- With a nominal 8-ohm load and 88 dB sensitivity, they’re generally amp-friendly while still benefiting from clean power for peak dynamics.
- What’s the driver configuration?
- It uses a 1" aluminum-dome tweeter, a 5.25" composite glass-fiber midrange, and three 6.5" woofers for a true 3-way floorstanding design.
- Why does it have three rear ports?
- The triple rear-ported design supports strong bass output while keeping the cabinet slim, and the internal layout is engineered to keep bass smooth and controlled.
- What are the size and weight details?
- Overall dimensions are 41.1" x 8" x 13.9" (including grille/feet/posts), and the speaker weighs 57.1 lbs unboxed.
- What finishes are available?
- It comes in Premium Black Ash or Piano Gloss Black.
SVS Prime Pinnacle Tower Speaker Downloads:
SVS Prime Pinnacle Owner's Manual
