Vincent Audio SV-500MK Stereo Integrated Amplifier

Classic Vincent Sound Meets the Modern Living Room

The Vincent Audio SV-500MK Stereo Integrated Amplifier combines the natural warmth of a tube preamplifier with the control, reliability and everyday convenience of solid-state power. It is an inviting alternative for music lovers who want some of the dimensionality associated with tubes without the size, heat or maintenance demands of a traditional all-tube amplifier.

Delivering 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 80 watts per channel into 4 ohms, the SV-500MK is well suited to many moderately efficient bookshelf and floorstanding speakers. The updated MK version adds Bluetooth 5.0 and HDMI ARC, making this thoroughly musical amplifier equally comfortable with a traditional stereo system or a modern television-based entertainment setup.

The SV-500MK is available with a Black or Silver aluminum front panel.

Three Tubes Shape the Music

Two 6N1 tubes and one 12AX7 tube operate in the input stage, where they give music Vincent’s characteristic warmth, natural tonal color and spacious presentation. Toshiba transistors then provide the final amplification, delivering the speaker control and dependability expected from a solid-state output stage.

A 110-watt toroidal transformer and 20,000µF of power-supply capacitance help the amplifier sound confident and controlled despite its relatively compact dimensions.

Bring Better Sound to Your TV

HDMI ARC allows the SV-500MK to receive audio from a compatible television through a single HDMI cable. Movies, television programs, sporting events and streaming apps can all benefit from the clarity and scale of a proper stereo system without requiring an AV receiver.

Bluetooth 5.0 provides an easy way to play music wirelessly from a compatible smartphone, tablet or computer. Support for aptX HD and AAC helps preserve sound quality when used with compatible transmitting devices.

Built-In High-Resolution DAC

Optical and coaxial digital inputs feed the SV-500MK’s internal Texas Instruments PCM5102 digital-to-analog converter. These inputs support digital signals up to 24-bit/192kHz, allowing a CD transport, network streamer or other digital source to connect directly to the amplifier.

Two stereo RCA inputs are provided for analog line-level components. A turntable can also be used, but it will require a separate phono preamplifier unless one is built into the turntable.

Simple Control with Useful Flexibility

Independent bass and treble controls allow the sound to be adjusted for different recordings, rooms and listening preferences. The tone circuitry can be bypassed when a more direct signal path is preferred.

A front-panel 6.3mm headphone output provides private listening, while the rear-panel preamplifier output can feed an external power amplifier or compatible powered subwoofer. A fixed record output and two Power Control trigger connections provide additional system flexibility.

Vincent also includes a substantial aluminum remote control for volume, source selection and muting.

Is the Vincent SV-500MK Right for You?

• You want tube character without committing to an all-tube amplifier.
• You use moderately efficient bookshelf or floorstanding speakers.
• You want HDMI ARC for substantially better television sound.
• You appreciate convenient Bluetooth playback alongside traditional wired sources.
• You want an integrated DAC without adding another component to your system.
• You value tone controls but also want the option to bypass them.

The SV-500MK does not include a phono preamplifier, USB input, Wi-Fi, network streaming or an app-based music platform. Its two analog inputs may also be limiting for systems containing several line-level sources. Listeners with unusually inefficient speakers, a very large room or consistently high playback levels may want to consider one of Vincent’s more powerful integrated amplifiers.

Setup and System Matching

Place the SV-500MK on a stable shelf with at least two inches of open space around the chassis for ventilation. Do not install it inside a sealed cabinet or stack another heat-producing component directly on top.

Its 50-watt output is a natural match for many moderately efficient speakers in small and medium-size rooms. Audio Advisor’s experts can help confirm compatibility if you are considering speakers with low sensitivity or difficult impedance characteristics.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much power does the SV-500MK produce?
It is rated at 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 80 watts per channel into 4 ohms.

How is the MK version different from the original SV-500?
The MK version retains the original amplifier concept while adding Bluetooth 5.0 and HDMI ARC. It provides two analog RCA inputs instead of the four found on the previous model.

Can I connect it directly to my television?
Yes. A compatible television can be connected through the amplifier’s HDMI ARC input.

Does it have a phono input?
No. Connecting a turntable requires an external phono preamplifier unless the turntable has one built in.

Can I connect a powered subwoofer?
A compatible powered subwoofer can be connected to the stereo preamplifier output. The SV-500MK does not provide bass management or a dedicated filtered subwoofer output.

Which finishes are available?
The Vincent Audio SV-500MK is available with a Black or Silver front panel.

Why Audio Advisor?

Audio Advisor is one of the longest-running specialty audio retailers in the United States. Our knowledgeable audio experts can help you match the SV-500MK with the right speakers, sources, phono preamplifier and cables. Enjoy expert support, fast fulfillment and free shipping on qualifying orders.