Paradigm Owners Thread - Page 890

Oh I'm not even considering the Sub 2. I'm talking about the Sub 12 LOL. That I should be able to tuck away in the rear.

I was just saying that you can buy a comparable performing sub for less money and use the savings toward the center. For example, you could get a Hsu VTF 15H in rosenut for $999. Numerous people here have suggested the same.

The 690 is huge...at first. After a while, it doesn't look quite as big. But it never stops sounding excellent! If you can find a way to make it fit, get one. You won't regret the purchase.

As for the sub, +1 to suggestions that you consider an ID sub instead of the SUB 12. I've heard the SUB 12 and it is pretty impressive, but there are better subs out there for the money. One very well-rated and well-regarded example is the Rythmik FV15HP ($1,274 + shipping).

I have the 690 and I think personally it is the best channel in my 9.1 setup. Well, maybe tied with my Rythmik FV15HP . Do yourself a favor, get an internet direct subwoofer and use those savings and get a 690.

I'm rocking studio 100 v.3's and they are blending perfectly with my newly aquired cc-690 v.5. :-)

Thanks krazystang! That is exactly what I needed to hear. I should be getting it next week.

No.

Are you doing multi-channel music? If you answered "no", then it's not worth it. You can stop reading.

Otherwise: find out for yourself. Move the S2's to the front and re-perform whatever calibration you used. Then do some serious listening. Do you find it's just "not as good"? If so: you have your answer. If not: you have your answer.

I would generally think the answer is "no". But then again, I'm running Infinity P360's as my surround speakers with S2 fronts.

No. I am assuming you talking about using these speakers with the sub. The big advantage of the s8 is the ability to play low, which is a mute point if you are using a sub. The s8 do a great job of low, but still not better than a sub. You would be better off buying a second sub.

if you do replace your s2s how much for them??? hehe

You can have my new S2 V3'S for a deal if you are local to my area.

If not doing multichannel music I think the ADP3 would do better than the S2 on surround duty. At least the effect would more dramatic / noticeable than a pair of S8s. Especially if you cross over at anything less than full range. The S2 can play pretty low, much lower than my crossover of 60Hz.

I second this. I personally prefer towers for the surrounds and the reason for this is music. When I was running an all Paradigm setup in a 7.1 config I had the ADP's as surrounds but used Studio 60's for the rears and those were a nice step up for music. When I went to a 5.1 layout as I moved away from Paradigm my old mains, Studio 100's were moved to my surrounds and are still being used there and were a noticeable improvement over the Studio 60's. Even with a sub I find there is no substitute for having a speaker capable of playing low in the surround positions for music and this of course means you are setting the crossover close to the speakers lower limit and not setting to 80hz. If still planning to use 80hz don't even bother with the S8's. Towers for surrounds are not such a concern with home theater because so much of what is in the lower register is rumble from sound effects so the sub(s) may as well be handling that. I would recommend first getting a matching S8 for the center if paradigm25 's room can accomodate it, even if he has the C5 another S8 will be better, again this is based on listening to a lot of music with the system.

Do you guys think $600 CAD is a good deal for a pair of Studio 20s V2 + the CC V2? I'm rocking some Energys right now (V5.2.Cs) and I like the tweeter a lot but the bass response is below par. Good for low volume listening though. I'd use them for HT mostly.

IMO: If they're minty-mint, $600 is a decent price. $550 might be better.

Ha, thanks. The seller JUST sold them unfortunately .

Now I'm looking at Studio 20's (V5) for $750 new. Can't afford the center for a long time,. maybe I'll grab the CC v2 with them.

$750 is a good buy for the 20V5's.

+1. And even if it doesn't pair up perfectly with them - although it should pair up pretty well - the Studio/CC v2 is a great CC speaker and will make a solid interim solution.

Can someone help me out with the current versions of Paradigm's speakers and what year they were introduced?

Paradigm Reference current version? Introduction date?
Paradigm Signature current version? Introduction date?

I'm trying to decided if it is worth waiting for either of the newer versions. Any rumors on this?

Lastly, what is the center channel that goes with the Tribute?

Thanks everyone!

I suggest you go to Audiogon.com... There you can lookup the year when the speakers were introduced. You won't get the price info unless you become a paying member... But at least, you'll get the year introduced......

I have read really good things about Paradigm speakers and understand that the company has invested huge amounts of money into R&D which in some ways is comforting to know because it says something about their products. I suppose It ranks them as one of the top speaker manufacturers in the world. However, I am wondering whether someone here is able to give me some further insight in terms of a comparison that would help me to paint a better picture of Paradigm products in my mind. I know the fact that eventually, I will need to audition them for myself as personal preference does come into play.

In a nutshell, I am wondering if there someone here who has had the opportunity to compare Paradigm speakers with KEF speakers (in an unbiased manner). The reason why I am being specific is because I have heard how the KEF range of speakers sound and I have always appreciated KEF for their UNI-Q (wide dispersion) technology and overall sonic performance.


1.) KEF 3005SE & T-Series --vs.-- Millenia One 5.0 with Seismic 110 ?

2.) KEF Q-Series --vs.-- Paradigm Monitor Series

3.) KEF R-Series --vs.-- Paradigm Studio Series

4.) KEF Reference Series --vs.-- Paradigm Reference Series.


I have been told that Paradigm speakers are very neutral sounding speakers, I know KEF designs their speakers to sound a bit on the warmer side.

My inquiry pertains mainly to movies and music but also to overall fidelity.

I know the source has allot to do with the final sound quality so lets assume the source is quality and constant for the sake of the comparison. I know the room environment plays a big role too when it comes to sound fidelity but lets assume that is a constant too (if possible).

If anyone knows of such a comparison on the net please let me know.

Any information, insight or help on this matter will be appreciated.

Kind regards - Sam

There is no matching center with the Tribute or the Inspirations. A C3, C5, or A 590CC and or a 690CC will work fine.

Gents, good afternoon!

Paradigm studio 10 v5

good for a 2 channel - music only room?
great for near-field use?
peachtree nova 125(x2)
probably NOT going use a sub

Sources: I listen to mostly vinyl.
Music: Indie rock the most. Some classic rock. Electronic. Jazz.
Room: This setup is for a room that is 14x12 and carpeted.

short list:
B&W CDM-1NT
B&W 685, (may be too big though)
Paradigm studio 10 v5

thx, cheers

How big is your room?

Let me guess. Behind an acoustically transparent screen? That would work great. You actually want three IDENTICAL vertical front speakers. That's how movies are mixed and the front array at any cinemaplex. A horizontal center is always a compromise.