AVM-90 vs Primare SP35 Prisma
The SP35 Prisma's signal-to-noise is 100 dB against the AVM-90's 115 dB and its thd 0.002% against 0.100%. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and max sample rate (768 kHz).
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The Anthem AVM 90 is Anthem’s flagship 15.4-channel surround sound AV preamplifier/processor for use with external power amplifiers. It processes up to 19 audio channels (15 ear-level/height channels plus four independently configurable subwoofer channels) and combines Anthem Room Correction (ARC Genesis), dual ESS Sabre ES9038PRO DACs, a 1.6 GHz dual-core DSP, comprehensive balanced and unbalanced pre-outs, and HDMI 2.1 switching. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS:X Pro and IMAX Enhanced, while its seven HDMI inputs and three HDMI outputs support 8K/60 Hz and 4K/120 Hz pass-through, eARC, HDR formats and gaming features. Network features include Wi-Fi, Ethernet, AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect and Bluetooth.
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The SP35 Prisma's signal-to-noise is 100 dB against the AVM-90's 115 dB and its thd 0.002% against 0.100%. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and max sample rate (768 kHz).
The ACT 4's signal-to-noise is 110 dB against the AVM-90's 115 dB, its thd 0.020% against 0.100%, its output voltage 3.5V RMS against 4.0V RMS, and its weight 13.6 kg (30 lbs) against 10.1 kg (22 lbs).
The MSA5500's max sample rate is 384 kHz against the AVM-90's 768 kHz, its signal-to-noise 110 dB against 115 dB, and its thd 0.005% against 0.100%. Both share bit depth (32-bit).
The MP-50's max sample rate is 192 kHz against the AVM-90's 768 kHz, its signal-to-noise 120 dB against 115 dB, and its thd 0.005% against 0.100%. Both share bit depth (32-bit).
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