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by Crutchfield's Jeff Miller

Turn any powered sub into a wireless sub

The SVS SoundPath can make any powered subwoofer go wireless — including one of the big beasts from SVS' own stellar sub collection. The included transmitter connects to your A/V receiver or amp, and the included wireless receiver connects to your powered subwoofer. Both components have a compact, low-key design that can hide easily in your setup.

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Turn any powered sub into a wireless sub

Flexibility can lead to better sound (and bigger bass)

When customers set up their home theater system, they often call to ask us about subwoofer placement. I usually recommend moving your sub around the room, if you can. By testing different spots, you can figure out where you get the best sound in your particular space — with the hardest-hitting bass.

Of course, that type of experimentation is much easier when you're not tethered to your A/V receiver, or limited by the length of your subwoofer cable. The SoundPath gives you 40 feet of wireless range to play around with. (Just remember: you'll need to connect the sub and the SoundPath device to an AC outlet.)

Other wireless audio options

The SVS SoundPath isn't just limited to subwoofers. It can be used to wirelessly connect any two components where you'd normally use a stereo RCA or mini patch cable. For example, you can send crystal-clear, full-range stereo sound from a source component (or A/V receiver) to a pair of powered speakers across the room.

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Product highlights:

includes wireless transmitter and receiver for use with powered subwoofers
compatible with any brand of subwoofer or other audio gear with mono or stereo RCA connections
wireless range: up to 65 feet
operates on 2.4GHz wireless band

Transmitter:

transmits CD-quality audio signals
- 16-bit/48kHz resolution/sampling rate
latency: less than 25.5 milliseconds
stereo 3.5mm minijack input
plug-and-play design, no software to download or install

Receiver:

stereo minijack output
USB connection for AC power adapter
sensitivity: -85 dBm

Accesories and other info:

included cables:
- 2 stereo 3.5mm mini-to-mini cables
- 2 stereo 3.5mm mini to stereo RCA cables
- 2 USB power cables with AC power adapters
AC power adapters included
frequency response: 5-24,000 Hz
warranty: 5 years
MFR # Soundpath wireless

What's in the box:

SVS SoundPath owner's manual

Wireless audio receiver
Wireless audio transmitter
2 USB/AC power adapters
Two 39" microUSB-to-USB cables
Two 20" stereo minijack-to-RCA cables
Two 20" mono-minijack-to-RCA cables
2 Sections of 3M tape
Owner's Manual

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Wireless Audio Adapter: The SVS SoundPath Wireless Audio Adapter gives you to ability to add wireless connectivity to powered subs, powered speakers, AV receivers, integrated amplifiers, and more. It transmits a pristine, full-range audio signal up to 65' at CD-quality (16-bit/48KHz) with ultra-low latency. The SoundPath Wireless Audio Adapter reduces cable clutter without sacrificing audio performance.

Full-Range Wireless Connectivity: The rated frequency response for transmission is 5Hz to 24,000Hz (+/-1 dB), so the adapter unlocks wireless connectivity for powered speakers, powered subs, AV receivers, and more at CD-quality (16-bit/48KHz) with ultra-low latency (<25.5 milliseconds) within the 2.4GHz frequency band. The SVS SoundPath Wireless Audio Adapter has a range of up to 65'.

Notes:

The transmitter and receiver are synched at the time of manufacture and will pair automatically when connected and powered on.
Avoid placing the transmitter next to other wireless devices that could create signal interference, such as mobile phones, baby monitors, 2.4 GHz wireless phones and 2.4 GHz WiFi routers.
Always try to keep a line-of-sight between the transmitter and receiver units with no hard barriers or walls between them for best performance.

Applications: The SoundPath Wireless Audio Adapter adds wireless connectivity and gives you more placement options for your powered subwoofer or powered speakers, while decreasing cable clutter and without sacrificing any audio performance.

Line-Level Input & Output: The SVS SoundPath Wireless Audio Adapter consists of a wireless audio transmitter and receiver. The transmitter is equipped with a 3.5mm audio input and connects to your AV receiver, TV or other audio source device via the included 20" mono minijack-to-RCA cable or 20" stereo minijack-to-RCA cable. The receiver is equipped with a 3.5mm audio output that connects to your powered subwoofer or powered speakers using the included 20" mono minijack-to-RCA cable or 20" stereo minijack-to-RCA cable.

AC Power: The transmitter and receiver of the SoundPath Wireless Audio Adapter will require AC power and come with a USB/AC power adapter and 39" microUSB-to-USB cable.

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10 questions already asked

Can you split this to 2 subs without losing quality? I see it has white and red for mains but can you connect these to both LFE on the subs for 2 connections?

matt Mar 11, 2023

1 answer

I see no reason why not, Matt. You can breathe easy even if you need to use an RCA splitter here (think maybe four subs) with very little reduction in sound quality. This SVS Soundpath is a great way to move the signal wirelessly across the room, even to dual subs!

bo Mar 11, 2023 (Staff)

Can the soundpath be used with passive speakers so there is no cabling to trip on?

serge Sep 23, 2022

1 answer

No. Passive speakers require an amplifier. This is not an amplifier.

zachary Sep 23, 2022 (Staff)

Will I lose any sound quality in comparison to using a subwoofer rca cable?

travis May 07, 2022

5 answers

No. The latency of the signal is below what you can notice. It isn't an issue at all. I have two SVS subs running wirelessly and ran the Room EQ software using a Umik-1 mic and also saw so blending issues with my mains and subs.

harry May 08, 2022

I have experienced no loss in sound quality at all.

michael st May 08, 2022

I've had this set up for a few months and I haven't noticed a difference between this and using the RCA cable. Of course, I didn't use any measuring tools of any kind. I just based it on what I was hearing.

mike May 07, 2022

I haven't noticed any difference, I'm powering a Klipsch 12 inch woofer and it sounds great.

bryan May 07, 2022

After using for about 18 months my opinion is no noticeable loss of sound quality. I have a very discerning ear and I'm impressed with how well this works.

bradley May 07, 2022

Can you use these to send out a signal from powered bookshelf speakers to a sub?

joel May 03, 2022

3 answers

And they have to be plugged into the dedicated sub outlet from your receiver.

dennis May 03, 2022

I don't believe so. I believe they have to be connected to your receiver and then transmit to your sub/s.

dennis May 03, 2022

These are full range transmitters that you can use in lieu of an RCA cable for most applications. If your powered speaker has an RCA subwoofer out it will work.

ed May 03, 2022

Hi. Can I use the wireless connection with two svs 4000 . All the other 5 speakers are connected with XLR cables?

roque Aug 09, 2020

2 answers

Yes. It takes 1 pair of svs 4000 for one Complete speaker connection.

clyde Aug 10, 2020

I only have one s s sub, it's maybe 15 feet away from receiver works great with wireless connection. I have a marantz , I turn it up to get connected then turn it back down.

john Aug 10, 2020

Can I connect the receiver transmitter to speaker outputs from my receiver?

mario Jun 30, 2020

8 answers

Hi Mario. The SVS Soundpath adapters are for use with stereo or mono RCA connections, and would not be compatible with using a speaker level input. Please feel free to contact an Advisor via online chat or by phone at 1-800-324-9695. We will be happy to help answer any other questions you may have.

jessica Jul 16, 2020 (Staff)

They only work on 'line output' and not amplified - these are not meant for non-powered speakers. But you could theoretically attach a line out from a receiver.

tyler Jul 15, 2020

Yes. However, these are designed for powered speakers such as my powered sub-woofer. Furthermore, don't plan on using several of these on speaker amplifiers because they will interfere with one other. I suggest that you call SVS and discuss with them what you want to do. BY the way, my SVS unit did not work so I contacted SVS and they immediately sent out a replacement unit and paid for me to ship back the defective unit. The new unit works fine with my powered sub-woofer even though I don't have a direct line of sight path between the amplifier and sub-woofer.

john Jul 14, 2020

I'm using them from sub pre outs to a powered sub. I would think any single rca pre out would work.

tris Jul 14, 2020

No, it's a line input. Needs RCA to mini.

jeffrey Jul 14, 2020

I think that this is designed to connect to a line level output, like a subwoofer out, not a speaker level output.

sidney Jul 14, 2020

On second thought, No, it will not work unless the speaker is self-powered.

thomas Jul 14, 2020

I don't see why not. Try it, you can't hurt anything.

thomas Jul 14, 2020

Can these be used for rear surround speakers or just for subwoofers?

bernard May 12, 2020

1 answer

Yes. The product information and installation instruction addresses both speaker connection and subwoofer connection. Great produact!

chris May 12, 2020

If I bought one of these what I still need to buy a receiver to go with my powered subwoofer?

joshua Apr 13, 2020

8 answers

This is wireless communication device only that talks between receiver and subwoofer so yes you need receiver.

sunny Apr 14, 2020

Mine work great. One is plugged into my Marantz receiver/amp/.... the other is plugged into my powered sub. I would need to more about your total set up to respond to your specific situation. I trust the techs at Crutchfields. give them a call.

evan Apr 13, 2020

If your existing receiver drives all of your other speakers, plug the SVS SoundPath transmitter into your receiver's subwoofer's output and plug the SVS receiver into your subwoofer's input. Cables are provided with the SVS SooundPath.

john Apr 13, 2020

You need a receiver/amp to drive all of your speakers for your home theater sound. The SVS SoundPath enabled me to hide my powered subwoofer in a corner without running a subwoofer cable above the ceiling and through two walls to the receiver. The SVS SoundPath is a wireless link that replaces this subwoofer cable run and it works great in my application.

john Apr 13, 2020

No, what you get is both a transmitter and receiver. The transmitter plugs into your audio receiver's subwoofer connector and the receiver plugs into your subwoofer.

stephan Apr 13, 2020

They come in pairs. One receiver and one transmitter per speaker sold together

thomas Apr 13, 2020

You need to transmit the signal from your receiver to the other transmitter. You do this by plugging it into the your receivers SUB just like you would a cable. So yes you do

david Apr 13, 2020

Yes

john Apr 13, 2020

If I bought one of these what I still need to buy a receiver to go with my powered subwoofer?

joshua Apr 13, 2020

2 answers

Yes

les Apr 13, 2020

For me it came with a transmitter and a receiver as a set. I needed both.

clyde Apr 13, 2020

Can you have two of these operating in the same room?

clinton Feb 12, 2020

4 answers

I'm going to say yes. If you have one output you will need a "splitter" to feed the two transmitters. I have two subwoofers and I use one transmitter feeding two receivers. Works like a charm.

sidney Feb 12, 2020

I don't know I only have one which works great.

john Feb 12, 2020

I own one, but not sure if you can have two on the same room.

james Feb 12, 2020

Yes , should not be an issue .

rafi Feb 12, 2020

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