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  • Paradigm Reference Signature SUB 2

    Paradigm Reference Signature SUB 2 Subwoofer
    Review by John Johnson at Secrets of HT and HF

    Paradigm SUB1 and SUB2 data sheet - link
    HTS comments: link


    From review Introduction:
    (edited and bold added)
    Paradigm, renown manufacturer of most catagories of A/V products, has released their latest subwoofer line, called the SUB 1 and SUB 2.
    These two subwoofers are part of their Reference Signature line of speakers and subs.
    Both are hexagonal in shape, with six drivers (8" in the SUB 1 and 10" in the SUB 2), having two drivers arranged vertically on three of the six sides, alternating sides with drivers and sides without drivers.
    They are sealed enclosures, and both have amplifiers with power heretofore not seen in any subwoofers.
    The SUB 2 amplifier can be powered by 120 V AC or 240 V AC.
    At 120 V, the amplifier outputs 3,000 watts RMS, and at 240 V, it will output a whopping 4,500 watts RMS and 9,000 watts peak.
    The SUB 2, which is reviewed here, weighs 230 pounds.
    Its performance is truly magnificent, with a price tag worthy of its design: $8,999 for Cherry or Black Ash finishes, and $9,499 for the Piano Black Premium finish.
    SPECS:
    Design: Powered Subwoofer, Sealed Enclosure
    Drivers: Six 10" Polypropylene, Each with a 3" 10 Layer Voice Coil and 25.2 Pound Magnet
    Power: 3,000 Watts RMS with 120 Volts AC Connection, 4,500 Watts RMS with 240 Volts Connection (9,000 Watts Peak)
    MFR: 7 Hz - 250 Hz
    Low-Pass: 30 Hz - 150 Hz, Continuously Adjustable
    Phase Adjustment: 00 - 1800, Continuously Adjustable
    Inputs: XLR and RCA; Trigger and Auto On/Off; USB for Connection to Computer for Perfect Bass Kit EQ
    Input Sensitivity: 100 mV
    Input Impedance: 10 kOhms RCA, 20 kOhms XLR
    Dimensions: 24.5" H x 23.75" W x 22.3" D
    Weight: 230 Pounds
    Perfect Bass Kit (Software and Calibrated Microphone for EQ) Included
    MSRP: $8,999 USA in Cherry or Black Ash, $9,499 in

    I'm sure it is impressive, but it does make the CHT CS-18.1 or 18.2's look like bargains -- even in multiples!


    Mike
    HT Gear (AVS Link)
    Rk: MA WR-37-32
    Pwr: 20A, Surge-X SEQ, M1500-UPS
    Proj: JVC RS20, 128" 2.4:1 CaradaBW, ISCOIIIL, CineSlide, RadianceXE
    Cbl: DirectTV C31/700 Genie receiver
    Rec: 5308CI + XPA-3
    BR: Oppo BDP-103
    Gm: 360 Pro
    LR/C: RS1KSig/RSC200Sig
    S/R: RSS300/RS250MkII
    Sub: SVS PB12-Ultra/2
    Off: HRT MS DAC, USP-1, UPA-2, ERC-1, Ultra10, WAF-1 Ninja+No-Rez
    Off2: Gizmo, WAF-1
    TCA: 3x Gizmo 1.0or,5x v1.0M; 5xWAF-1

  • #2
    7 Hz? :crazy:

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    • #3
      Originally posted by persisting1
      7 Hz? :crazy:
      Yeah I saw that, pretty crazy! I'm sure it pounds but, dang, that's QUITE the price tag :nervous:

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      • #4
        Originally posted by skeeter99
        that's QUITE the price tag :nervous:
        I'm sure Mr Johnson would point out that these are for the better classes...

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        • #5
          Originally posted by django1
          I'm sure Mr Johnson would point out that these are for the better classes...
          Johnson?

          Mike
          HT Gear (AVS Link)
          Rk: MA WR-37-32
          Pwr: 20A, Surge-X SEQ, M1500-UPS
          Proj: JVC RS20, 128" 2.4:1 CaradaBW, ISCOIIIL, CineSlide, RadianceXE
          Cbl: DirectTV C31/700 Genie receiver
          Rec: 5308CI + XPA-3
          BR: Oppo BDP-103
          Gm: 360 Pro
          LR/C: RS1KSig/RSC200Sig
          S/R: RSS300/RS250MkII
          Sub: SVS PB12-Ultra/2
          Off: HRT MS DAC, USP-1, UPA-2, ERC-1, Ultra10, WAF-1 Ninja+No-Rez
          Off2: Gizmo, WAF-1
          TCA: 3x Gizmo 1.0or,5x v1.0M; 5xWAF-1

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          • #6
            It's the typical pick 2 out of 3: Price, Performance, Size. I'm sure its wonderful, but if you can put up with bigger then you can do it much much cheaper. I'd much rather have several 18.2s smoke it performance wise. Thats my opinion on the way to go. Then again I think most people would go that route rather than this one!

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            • #7
              Originally posted by Mike_TX
              Johnson?

              Mike
              The reviewer John Johnson. It's a long story...

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              • #8
                I have always laughed at the "Secrets" stamp on the website header.

                Like you are in on something no one else knows about, very silly.

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by django1
                  The reviewer John Johnson. It's a long story...
                  It's not that long... :peekaboo:

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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by django1
                    The reviewer John Johnson. It's a long story...
                    Got it now.

                    :embarass:

                    Mike
                    HT Gear (AVS Link)
                    Rk: MA WR-37-32
                    Pwr: 20A, Surge-X SEQ, M1500-UPS
                    Proj: JVC RS20, 128" 2.4:1 CaradaBW, ISCOIIIL, CineSlide, RadianceXE
                    Cbl: DirectTV C31/700 Genie receiver
                    Rec: 5308CI + XPA-3
                    BR: Oppo BDP-103
                    Gm: 360 Pro
                    LR/C: RS1KSig/RSC200Sig
                    S/R: RSS300/RS250MkII
                    Sub: SVS PB12-Ultra/2
                    Off: HRT MS DAC, USP-1, UPA-2, ERC-1, Ultra10, WAF-1 Ninja+No-Rez
                    Off2: Gizmo, WAF-1
                    TCA: 3x Gizmo 1.0or,5x v1.0M; 5xWAF-1

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