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These speakers have very good definition, great low end extension, mids and highs. Paradigms tweeter designs are cooled by the original ultrastable ferrofluid, made exclusively by ferrotec. Jul 30, 2012 paradigm has offered something notable with the paradigm shift a2 bookshelf speaker. There are plenty of situations where good sound may be appreciated but where there is no need to go for broke and simplicity takes a front seat. Paradigm prestige 15b bookshelf speakers norvett electronics. Ive had a paradigm surround sound system for around 12 years now. This would vary somewhat depending on your height and the height of your chair and how you sit but its not all that critical. Paradigm education solutions ebooks have a new look. Andrew robinson took on the shift a2, throwing all kinds of. The speakers are the last part of the signal chain in any stereo system, making them very important. I found everything i wanted in a home theater when listening to jbl studios and klipsch ref.
The year 2012 was paradigms 30th anniversary as a loudspeaker manufacturer, and to mark the occasion the firm has chosen to build two very limited edition loudspeakers. Paradigm has offered something notable with the paradigm shift a2 bookshelf speaker. Now well into its third decade, paradigm has firmly established the invaluable reputation of producing outstanding affordable highend speakers at a price. The prestige 15b bookshelf speakers utilise a 2way crossover technology to greatly improve offaxis performance for listeners not positioned directly in front of the sweet spot. These include use with computers, tvs, music servers and portable. From a technical standpoint, the paradigm shift a2 offers terrific value by combining all that a great passive bookshelf speaker offers with 50w of amplification, an active digital crossover with dsp, and unmatched flexibility that allows it to be used as a left, right, or mono speaker, as well as powering and housing an apple airport express. Paradigm mini monitor v5 bookshelf speakers structurally, paradigm mini monitor v5 is a twoway system with a rear bassreflex port.
I wanted to get some feedback on whether to buy klipsch rf25s or paradigm monitor 7s. Paradigm shift pw600 premium wireless speaker black. Great deals on paradigm black home speakers and subwoofers. Though they are no longer manufactered you can find used ones in good condition in many audio shops where paradigm products are sold. The name active atom suggests that it would be an atom series 7 with an amp bolted to the back, yet while they are cut from the same cloth, the design is unique enough that it might have been named. Paradigm shift a2 speaker pair new gloss white monitors. Sad to hear the news regarding the studio line of paradigm speakers. With the paradigm signature series, your ears should be somewhat below the top of the speaker for best results, so stands about 23 inches high would seem to be about right. Paradigm s new shift series of components are exactly that. When deciding to go with permanently installed speakers, one does not want to choose the wrong speakers. Oct 29, 2011 the paradigm shift a2 speaker can be used alone or in stereo pairs with ipods and other music players, desktop computers, home dj decks, and game consoles the a2 is biamped, with one amp for.
Apr 20, 2012 paradigm shift a2 in polar white gloss if there is an area where id ask more of the a2s than theyre ready to give it would be timbral density. Paradigm shift a2 bookshelf speaker polar white gloss. Polymer woofer with a diameter of 165 mm is made using proprietary micp technology. It includes a pair of studioquality headphones, a combination dac digitaltoanalog converter and headphone amp, usb mobile adapters, and a guide to getting the most out of your session.
Art embracing science the singularity of science, design, and technology reveals a new paradigm of audio performance. The a2 had to be selfpowered in order for it to work in the many system contexts paradigm envisioned. Paradigm black home speakers and subwoofers for sale in. Paradigm shifts a2 bookshelf monitor speakers are a powerful. Powered bookshelf speaker biamplified operation with two builtin 50watt rms amplifiers sophisticated digital signal processing keeps. Paradigms lineup of inwallinceiling speakers includes both the sa series v. Weve updated the site with a new design to improve usability, efficiency, and accessibility. Ferrofluid is a colloidal suspension of magnetic nano particles in a liquid carrier with low volatility and high thermal stability.
Paradigm shift a2 vermillion red gloss powered speaker at. Other colors satin black, red, and grey are available in separate listings. Paradigm reference 11semrk3 floorstanding speakers user. Canadian company paradigm has made a name for itself over the past 20 years with affordably priced, highperformance loudspeakers. Paradigms prestige series speakers and seismic 110 sub employ unusual. These speakers established a new benchmark for performance at their price point when they were launched. Persona 9h, the flagship of the persona series, is the most advanced, highestperforming loudspeaker we have ever designed. Ive auditioned them as well as monitor audio, psb, totem, bose, polk, and infinity. I watched a movie and listened to music in a ht with paradigm studio 100s 5. All speakers are new, sealed box units with full manufacturers warranty. Paradigm surround sound speaker package system consists of the following mains.
Paradigm education solutions ebooks are now faster and better than ever. This would vary somewhat depending on your height and the height of your. Unfollow paradigm speakers to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Paradigm s lineup of inwallinceiling speakers includes both the sa series v. Its a great time to upgrade your home theater system with the largest selection at. Paradigm shift premium wireless pw soundbar with bluetooth and wifi streaming. These speakers are near mint, and sound extremely good. Paradigm shift will launch their first speaker, the active atom a2 powered speaker designed to be used alone, as a leftright audio system or in stereo pairs with devices such as ipods and other music players, desktop computers, home dj decks, videogame consoles, guitars, keyboards or tvs the a2 can be used with any devices that have a 3. Sep, 2011 paradigm shift will launch their first speaker, the active atom a2 powered speaker designed to be used alone, as a leftright audio system or in stereo pairs with devices such as ipods and other music players, desktop computers, home dj decks, videogame consoles, guitars, keyboards or tvs.
Paradigm managed to produce an attractive, decor friendly, compact speaker system. I found everything i wanted in a home theater when listening to jbl studios and klipsch ref speakers, however, im still new to the hobby. However, i just read the post bose blowing away paradigms. Paradigm shift series a2 fully powered bookshelf speaker each. Cinema adpv3 15100 watts 8 ohms 90db sensitivity 150hz. Totem powered bluetooth speaker kin play b kin play b quote request. The paradigm shift a2 speaker can be used alone or in stereo pairs with ipods and other music players, desktop computers, home dj decks, and. Enjoy the legendary sound and quality of these canadian made paradigm studio 20 v. On all three levels the a2 bookshelf speakers succeed. Paradigm shift a2 powered speakers for sale canuck audio. Our flagship showcase of vanguard materials, design acumen, and our most advanced technologies, all entirely crafted in canada. Klipsch is built on concepts so fundamental that they have transcended.
Gibbys electronic supermarket 451 eastchester ave e st. Gordon ferguson weighs in on the paradigm shift series. I contacted paradigm using their email for customer service. Paradigm bookshelf speakers home speakers at 2001 audio video. Home hifi speakers paradigm prestige 15b bookshelf speakers. Conclusions about the paradigm shift a2 powered bookshelf speakers reinforced by the fact that these fall under a new brand, the a2 was created with a different and new focus for paradigm. Paradigm shift a2 bookshelf speaker storm black satin. Additionally, one unit has some wear to the top right corner. Replacement driver for paradigm bookshelf speakers. What was unimpressive was the performance to dollar ratio. Browse and compare paradigm home speakers bookshelf speakers at 2001 audio video. Brent butterworth mar 26, 20 the monitor series of speakers from paradigm is now in its seventh generation. They have been great but age is starting to take a toll. Paradigm shift a2 powered speakers for sale canuck audio mart.
Paradigm studio series to be discontinued steve hoffman. Praise for the paradigm a2 from the absolute sound a 2012 golden ear recipient, the paradigm shift a2 is more than just a cleverly named loudspeaker. With patented innovations, proprietary materials, and inhouse canadian manufacturing, todays paradigm makes a bold, luxurious statement, bringing music. Because their voice leans toward the fast and lean, something like piano can have less body than id ideally like to hear, as if the soundboard got shrunk. Paradigm home speakers and subwoofers for sale in stock. Very impressive paradigm reference series bookshelf speakers in excellent condition. Paradigm shift a2 powered bookshelf speakers ecoustics. They both have volume knobs in the back so it was easy to listen to each speaker separately or in stereo.
We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage. Paradigm monitor series cc370 center channel speaker sign in to comment. Jul 17, 2005 canadian company paradigm has made a name for itself over the past 20 years with affordably priced, highperformance loudspeakers. Introduction to the paradigm signature inwall speakers. The shift a2, from venerable speaker maker paradigm, offers good sound and just as good looks in a desktop speaker than can be run solo or in pairs. The a2 is biamped with 100 watts of power per speaker and designed and engineered to the exacting standards that paradigm products are known. Andrew robinson took on the shift a2, throwing all. I put the shift a2 side by side with the active 20 as a stereo pair to compare.
Paradigm monitor series cc370 center channel speaker specs. Compact, internally powered, and equipped with dsp bass management and enough backpanel inputs to connect to almost any source, this is what 21st century entrylevel high end is all about. Optional paradigm speaker standswall mounting we highly recommend placing bookshelf speakers on highperformance paradigm speaker stands sold separately, or bookshelves, in order to raise the highfrequency drivers to approximately ear level, thereby ensuring the best performance possible. As we have the ability to list over one million items on our website our selection changes all of the time, it is not feasible for a company our size to record and playback the descriptions on every item on our website. The new a2 is a powered bookshelf tabletop speaker designed to be used alone, as a leftright audio system or in stereo pairs with devices such as ipods and other music players, desktop computers, home dj decks, videogame consoles and so much more. The paradigm shift pw 600s were a snap to set up in the playfi app and be recognized. Paradigm unleashes the beast with its concept speaker line. Paradigm shift a2 powered bookshelf speakers breaking it down at first glance the a2seems little more than the proverbial 2way, 5. Paradigm shift series bookshelf fully powered a2 b.
Paradigm shift a2 bookshelf speaker storm black satin 3. While the tribute seems to be an entirely new speaker for paradigm, the inspiration seems to be an upgraded signature s2. With numbered plaques and a limited run, once they are sold, there will be no more made. Paradigm have been making highquality audio equipment for a long, long time. With patented innovations, proprietary materials, and inhouse canadian manufacturing, todays paradigm makes a bold, luxurious statement, bringing music and home cinema to life. I bought them with the intention that they would serve as rear left and rights in a 5. It features paradigms 25mm pal purealuminum dome tweeter in a diecast heatsink chassis, and a 170mm mlp micapolymer cone in an avs diecast heatsink chassis with a. The a2 is definitely a small speaker, measuring a mere 11h x 6 58w x 8 78d, but it doesnt sound small, possessing an unexpected sense of stature and punch in the bass. Jun 25, 2014 recently, i had the opportunity to audition the paradigm reference studio 10 v. We have available the excellent paradigm shift a2 powered bookshelf speaker, brand new in gloss white with full factory warranty. All goldenear kef klipsch mcintosh monitor audio paradigm pioneer psb.