Floor Loudspeaker Reviews

Description: 2½-way reflex-loaded, floorstanding loudspeaker with front and rear ports. Drive-units: 1" aluminum-dome tweeter, 7" mica-polymer-cone midrange/bass unit, 7" polypropylene-cone woofer. Crossover frequencies: 500Hz (7" polypropylene cone only), 2kHz. Crossover slopes: 12dB/octave electro-acoustic network. Frequency responses: 46Hz-22kHz, ±2dB (on axis); 46Hz-20kHz, ±2dB (30 degrees off axis). Low-frequency extension (DIN 45 500): 30Hz. Noninal impedance: 8 ohms. Sensitivity: 91dB/W/m (room), 88dB/W/m (anechoic). Recommended amplification: 15-200W. Maximum input power: 150W, normal program content.
Dimensions: 40.5" (1029mm) H by 8.25" (210mm) W by 17" (432mm) D (including outrigger feet and floor spikes). Internal volume: 2.2 ft³. Weight: 140 lbs/pair.
Finishes: Sycamore, Cherry, Rosenut, Black Ash.
Serial numbers of units reviewed: 36112, 36113.
Price: $1600/pair. Approximate number of dealers: 350.
Manufacturer: Paradigm Electronics Inc., 919-11 Frazer Drive, Burlington, Ontario, L7L 4X8, Canada. Tel: (905) 632-0180. Fax: (905) 632-0183. Web: www.paradigm.ca.