$10,999.99 Each

Signature Series Subwoofer

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Product Description

The Paradigm Signature Series Sub 2 Subwoofer uses a hexagonal cabinet with multiple high-excursion drivers radially aligned in a Vibration-Canceling Design Architecture, patented built-in Ultra-Class-D™ power amplifier with Power Factor Correction, sealed enclosure, PBK room correction.

The most difficult task in designing the Paradigm Signature Series SUB 2 was not just to have it play lower and louder than any other subwoofers in the world, but to do so in a size that wouldn’t dominate the average living room, and in a cabinet that could be mistaken for a very fine piece of furniture.

And then there are the mind-boggling specs. SUB 2 plumbs the depths to 7 Hz with bloodcurdling output: 112 dB at 10 Hz, 126 dB at 60 Hz (in room). Connected to a 240-volt line, SUB 2 delivers 4,500 watts of continuous RMS Sustained power and a Frankenstein 9,000 watts of Dynamic Peak power through its unique Power Factor Correction system. Talk about bringing your music and movies to life!

With not one, but six cutting-edge drivers in each sub, transient information is conveyed with pristine clarity and perfect precision. Dynamics come through with lightning-fast speed and a power so shattering that it must be heard to be believed. Bass reproduction is eerily accurate and detailed, in large part a result of the unique Vibration-Canceling Design Architecture (VCDA).

Vibration-Canceling Design Architecture

Physics trumps mechanics with a little help from Paradigm. Typically, subwoofer enclosures contain one large driver. As that driver moves back and forth, the cabinet can vibrate which leads to smeared response, bass that lacks clarity and definition. Well-executed cabinet design, like that on Paradigm Reference subwoofers, typically includes sophisticated and extensive physical bracing inside the enclosure.

So why, when Paradigm puts six drivers in a single cabinet without significant physical bracing, does a martini set on top, while the subs are playing, barely elicit a ripple? Designed, engineered and manufactured by Paradigm in North America, SUB 2 subwoofers are movers, not shakers … massive air movement, massive output, virtually vibration-free.

Six identical, perfectly balanced state-of-the-art drivers are radially aligned (two on each side) inside the cabinet. As opposing forces of equal magnitude, the powerful vibration-reaction forces effectively cancel each other out. Barely a ripple disturbs the martini placed on top of the cabinet, such is the degree to which unwanted, distortion-inducing vibrations are reduced.

Product Features

Mineral-Filled Co-Polymer Polypropylene Cones. A 30% mineral content has introduced additional cone stiffness for a measurable increase in repeatability and consistency. Response is instantaneous—low, loud, fast and tight, unveiling layers and layers of low-frequency detail, with consistently perfect pace.

RCR™ Resonance Control Ribs. NLC™ surround technology was not required in SUB 2 since the six 10″ drivers already allow for larger surrounds. The cones’ resonance control ribbing simply reinforces the new VC design architecture.

Magnetic Pole Piece. FEA-optimized, tooled to support the extreme excursion.

Extruded Aluminum Center Heatsink. Provides internal convection and forced-air cooling to wick heat away from the high-velocity low-turbulence pole piece, increasing power handling and reducing distortion.

High-Pressure Die-Cast Aluminum Chassis with AVS™ Airflow Ventilation System Cooling. Large built-in ribs increase the heat dissipation surface providing forced-air cooling during large musical transients and chassis convection cooling at all other times. CNC-machined to ensure a precision fit.

3″ (76 mm) 10-Layer Long-Travel Aluminum Voice Coils. Wound on high-temperature composite polyamide formers in an oversize configuration, the coils provide exceptional stability and support for the extremely high cone excursion.

Computer-Optimized Ceramic (Hard Ferrite) Magnet Assemblies with Balanced Field Geometry. Using Finite Element Analysis, the magnet structures were optimized to yield the most powerful output in a Signature subwoofer to date. Transient and phase-response are exceptional with superb power handling and output linearity.

DESIGN Hexagonal cabinet with multiple high-excursion drivers radially aligned in a Vibration-Canceling Design Architecture, patented built-in Ultra-Class-D™ power amplifier with Power Factor Correction, sealed enclosure, PBK interface. NOTE: Due to the incredibly high power and tremendous output the SUB 2’s grilles are non-removable.
AMPLIFIER FEATURES Auto-On / Off, Trigger On / Off, soft clipping, electrical shorting protection, thermal protection SUB 2’s Universal Input Power feature allows the subwoofer to operate connected to any line voltage between 108 volts and 265 volts. In order to achieve maximum output, connect to a 240-volt line. (See Dealer for additional information.)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE ON-AXIS ±3 dB 9Hz – 260Hz
ROOM CORRECTION Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) (included PBK kits works with ARC Genesis software)
LOW FREQUENCY DRIVER Six 254-mm (10 in) RCR™ mineral-filled co-polymer polypropylene cones, FEA-optimized overmolded thermoplastic foam-surrounds, 76-mm (3 in) ten-layer long-excursion voice coils, high-temperature composite Nomex® formers, dual advanced spiders, 25.2-lb (10.5 kg) hard ferrite magnet / motor structure, massive center heatsink and oversize pole piece, AVS™ die-cast heatsink chassis
SENSITIVITY ROOM / ANECHOIC 100 mV mono /
IMPEDANCE RCA: 10k ohms; XLR: 20k ohms
FINISHES Cherry, Piano Black, Black Ash
WEIGHT 230 lbs. (106 kg)
LOW FREQUENCY EXTENSION 7 Hz (DIN)
LOW PASS FILTER FREQUENCY Variable 35 Hz – 150 Hz; Bypass Option
SUB / SAT PHASE ALIGNMENT Variable 0° – 180°
INPUTS RCA (S/E) Left and Right or Sub-Out / LFE or Balanced XLR. From Sub-Out / LFE-Out of preamp, processor or other line-level source
DIMENSIONS HXWXD (INCLUDES GRILLES AND FEET) 24.5″ × 23.75″ × 22.375″ (62.2cm × 60.3cm × 56.8cm)
AMPLIFIER CONNECTED TO A 240-VOLT OUTLET 9,000 watts Dynamic Peak / 4,500 watts RMS
SPIKE/INSERT THREAD (THREAD SIZE/THREADS PER INCH) 0.3125″-18

Brand

Paradigm

High-performance sound through innovation and technology. That is what has defined Paradigm speakers for the past three decades. They unleash precise, consistent sound through their Founder and Persona speaker lines. Toronto-based Paradigm, founded in 1982 combines cutting-edge construction, design and engineering to deliver the best in high-end audio.

Naturally integrate Paradigm speakers into your decor with their custom-install architectural speakers or make a statement with their standing loudspeakers. Paradigm’s Founder Series continues the company’s pursuit of perfection in audio reproduction. The Founder Series delivers unrivaled sound at an incredible value. Deploy powerful sound through their Founder 120H hybrid 3-way speaker or opt for crisp, low-profile sound with their 40B stand-mounted models. Bring the exceptional sound of Paradigm Speakers into your home.

As a nationally recognized leader in the field of high-audio and home theater, Overture is a proud dealer of Paradigm speakers. We sell customers the best floor-standing, stand mounted, and subwoofer speaker systems from Paradigm. Interested in purchasing a new Paradigm speaker system? You can trade-in any component towards a Paradigm product by filling out our Trade-In Form.