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High-Performance Low-Profile Bi-Directional Design will appeal to the audiophile eager for an affordable high-end 5.1 music and home theater experience that includes Paradigm’s sought-after “surrounded-by-sound” experience in a dedicated high — performance surround speaker of compact dimensions. The low-profile is application-friendly: perfectly suited for today’s multi-purpose listening spaces.
Advanced Features And Functions:
Anyone eager for an affordable, high-end surround speaker will want to hear Paradigm Surround 1 or Paradigm Surround 3. These speakers add size and dimension to the musical soundstage, which envelopes you in non-localized sound. Their design ensures maximum placement flexibility – even in rooms where dimensions and configuration are not ideal.
Patented† Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) Tweeter Lens Technology
Paradigm’s patent pending Phase Aligning (PPA™) Lens Distinctive perforated lens in front of the tweeter and midrange drivers increase and smooth output without coloring the sound, while also protecting the drivers from getting damaged.
† US patent: 10,003,869.
Mid-Bass Cones
X-PAL™ Satin-Anodized Pure Aluminum Mid-Bass Cones: Provide high stiffness-to-mass ratio and outstanding internal damping. The result? Remarkable midrange clarity, super extended bass response and freedom from unwanted resonances and distortions. (Paradigm Surround 3)
Mineral Filled Polypropylene Mid-Bass Cones: Oversized computer-optimized ferrite magnets and high-power motor structures deliver detailed performance with clean, extended bass. (Paradigm Surround 1)
Partnered with the NRC
Paradigm is partnered with Canada’s world-renowned NRC in ongoing research to reveal the true nature of sound and human hearing. Findings influence design and performance specs, resulting in a uniquely realistic listening experience, backed by sound science.
DESIGN
4-driver, 2-way bi-directional surround/rear
FREQUENCY RESPONSE ON-AXIS
±2dB from 90 Hz - 20 kHz
HIGH FREQUENCY DRIVER
Two 1” (25mm) X-PAL™ dome, ferro-fluid damped / cooled, Perforated Phase-Aligning Tweeter (PPA™) Lens
MID/BASS FREQUENCY DRIVER
Two 5-1/2" (140mm) X-PAL™ cones, 1" (25mm) voice-coils, oversize ceramic / ferrite magnets, GRIP™ chassis
SENSITIVITY ROOM / ANECHOIC
90 dB / 87 dB
IMPEDANCE
Compatible with 8 ohms
FINISHES
Black
WEIGHT
13.95 lbs. (6.32 kg)
DIMENSIONS HXWXD
10.625" × 13" × 5.62" (27cm × 33cm × 14.3cm)
LOW FREQUENCY EXTENSION
45 Hz (DIN)
CROSSOVER
2nd-order electro-acoustic at 2.3 kHz
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 30° OFF-AXIS
(bi-directional soundfield)
SUITABLE AMPLIFIER POWER RANGE
15 - 175 watts
MAXIMUM INPUT POWER
120 watts