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Product Strengths
- Constructed with 3.25-inch MDF and available in two real wood veneer finishes, English walnut and black oak
- Features new high-efficiency 1-inch titanium-domed suspension tweeters and updated material in the bass and mid-range drivers (black anodized aluminum cones)
- Features non-resonant die-cast aluminum baskets with butyl rubber-rolled surrounds, a superior material compared to stamped steel
- Has a 10-year warranty
- Magnetically mounted front grills and beveled edge details
Product Considerations
- If not bi-amping, the binding post connector should be left as it is
- Surrounds require steel brackets or a 1/4-inch 20-insert on the rear for wall mounting
Takeaway: The KLH Kendall MK II collection features superior materials, handcrafted construction, and tasteful design updates. The speaker sounds wonderful and would be a great choice for someone looking for new speakers or a new home theater setup.
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An excellent review of a great product
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An excellent review of a great product
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Features
Specifications
- Design: 3-way sealed enclosure
- Tweeter: Titanium dome with ferrite motor assembly
- Mid/Bass Drivers: Anodized aluminum
- Baskets: Die-cast aluminum
- Finishes: Black Oak, English Walnut
Description
The KLH Kendall 2C: 3-Way Center Channel Speaker Overview One of the most renowned nameplates in the history of audio, since 1957, KLH continues to innovate and evolve. Building upon the global success of the original award-winning KLH Kendall, the all-new high-performance KLH Kendall 2C center channel speaker is the perfect fit within a collection that reinforces the KLH engineering design principles. The addition of more advanced materials, improved power handling, improved phase coherency, and better bass extension ensures the most accurate, linear, and immersive audio experience.
One of the most renowned nameplates in the history of audio, since 1957, KLH continues to innovate and evolve. Building upon the global success of the original award-winning KLH Kendall, the all-new high-performance KLH Kendall 2C center channel speaker is the perfect fit within a collection that reinforces the KLH engineering design principles. The addition of more advanced materials, improved power handling, improved phase coherency, and better bass extension ensures the most accurate, linear, and immersive audio experience.
This premium center channel speaker is fashioned in a beautiful, more contemporary cabinet, perfectly suited for audio aficionados and home theater enthusiasts alike. Now handcrafted in Canada, the Kendall mk2 Collection features real-wood furniture grade veneers in two stunning finishes with magnetic grilles with no visible fasteners.
The all-new anodized aluminum mid-bass and bass drivers and titanium tweeter provide more detail, improved accuracy, greater linearity, improved power handling, and deeper bass extension for a more emotionally involving stereo and home theater listening experience. The Kendall mk2 Collection is backed by KLH's industry-leading 10-year warranty and Lifetime Customer Care Support for years of worry-free enjoyment.
This premium center channel speaker is fashioned in a beautiful, more contemporary cabinet, perfectly suited for audio aficionados and home theater enthusiasts alike. Now handcrafted in Canada, the Kendall mk2 Collection features real-wood furniture grade veneers in two stunning finishes with magnetic grilles with no visible fasteners.
The all-new anodized aluminum mid-bass and bass drivers and titanium tweeter provide more detail, improved accuracy, greater linearity, improved power handling, and deeper bass extension for a more emotionally involving stereo and home theater listening experience. The Kendall mk2 Collection is backed by KLH's industry-leading 10-year warranty and Lifetime Customer Care Support for years of worry-free enjoyment.
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Brand highlights
Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
- The brand designs speakers with a focus on vintage aesthetics, reminiscent of classic loudspeakers from the mid-20th century, offering a distinct retro look.
- KLH distinguishes itself by incorporating the acoustic suspension design in its speakers, which was originally developed by its founder, Henry Kloss, and offers a unique approach to bass reproduction.
- KLH provides a three-position "Acoustic Balance Control" switch on its speakers, allowing users to tailor the sound output to better suit their listening environment and personal preferences.
- They have a commitment to durability and customer satisfaction by offering a lengthy 10-year warranty on its speaker products, exceeding the industry standard.
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Model Three Bookshelf Speaker
- Positioning: A compact bookshelf speaker designed for smaller listening spaces, offering a high-quality audio experience at a more accessible price point.
- Description: Features an acoustic suspension design, which provides accurate and audiophile-quality performance. Unlike the Kendall Bookshelf Speaker, can be placed closer to walls, making it ideal for smaller rooms. Its real wood veneers and mid-century modern styling set it apart from the Kendall series, offering a unique aesthetic appeal.
Kendall Bookshelf Speaker
- Positioning: A high-performance option within the KLH lineup, suitable for both stereo and home theater setups.
- Description: Features advanced materials like anodized aluminum drivers and a titanium tweeter, providing detailed and immersive sound. Compared to the Model Three, it offers improved power handling and deeper bass extension.
Kendall Floorstanding Speaker
- Positioning: A flagship model in the KLH lineup, designed for audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts seeking premium sound quality.
- Description: Features a 3-way bass reflex design and real wood veneers, offering a stunning visual and auditory experience. It provides deeper bass and greater linearity than the Kendall Bookshelf Speaker. Its advanced construction and materials ensure superior performance compared to the Model Three and Kendall Bookshelf models.
Model Five Floorstanding Speaker
- Positioning: A premium floorstanding speaker known for its vintage design and high-fidelity sound, appealing to both new and seasoned audiophiles.
- Description: Uses an acoustic suspension design, offering exceptional accuracy and linearity in sound reproduction. It features a dedicated midrange driver, providing clarity and detail that surpasses the Kendall Floorstanding Speaker.
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KLH Audio pioneered the first-ever high-selectivity FM table radio and the first full-range electrostatic loudspeaker, with their Model Nine being recognized as one of the twelve best loudspeakers ever built. The brand is known for its acoustic suspension design that uses the air volume inside the housing as an air spring, which significantly reduces distortion compared to conventional bass reflex structures, and includes an Acoustic Balance Control that lets users adjust the speaker's output to their room acoustics.
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Totem
Bison Center
1600
1600
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10
Reviews
Totem Acoustic is known for its unique approach to speaker design, using crossoverless woofers for more natural sound reproduction and producing an immersive soundstage despite compact speaker sizes. The Canadian-made speakers feature distinctive materials like borosilicate damping in their cabinets and CNC-machined driver components, appealing to audiophiles who prefer a unique voicing over neutral-sounding speakers.
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Product Strengths
- Small compared to others in its price range, making it suitable for smaller spaces and those with aesthetic constraints
- Capable of expansive staging, creating a holographic presentation with good depth and dimensionality, regardless of the amplifier used
- Delivers refined treble regardless of the price of the amplifier connected
- Spacious sound space and large sound stage
Product Considerations
- The claws that come with the Totem Bison are not adjustable
- Totem recommends zero toe-in, and this seems to be a good recommendation
- Sound may vary, based on personal height
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The Totem Bison has forward side of neutral treble versus neutral to dark treble of the Buchardt S400 Mark II; the Bison is slightly warm in the midrange versus the Buchardt being warmer overall; the Bison has tonally richer bass, but the Buchardt has more bass overall
- The Totem Bison has forward side of neutral treble versus neutral to dark treble of the KEF R3 Meta; imaging on the Bison can be the same or slightly better; the Bison has tonally richer bass, but the R3 Meta has more bass overall
- Both the Totem Bison and Focal Aria 906 are on the forward side of neutral with treble, but the Bison's treble attack is slightly soft whereas the Aria 906's is slightly sharp; the Bison has a fuller midrange sound and slightly warmer tone, and the Bison's bass is juicier, more organic, and richer overall
- The PSB Alpha T20s are very similar in size to the Totem Bison Towers (32.5 inches tall), thus they are smaller audiophile floorstanding speakers
Takeaway: The Totem Bison offers attributes found in many top speakers and is a good option for those with size constraints who still want great treble refinement and a holographic midrange. It can be paired with both expensive and affordable amplifiers.
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Focal
Aria Evo X
1458
1458
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4
Reviews
Focal is a French hifi brand that makes their own drivers in-house, including their highly-regarded beryllium tweeters and unique slatefiber mid/bass drivers made from recycled carbon fiber. Their speakers and headphones feature distinctive technologies like their "W" sandwich cone design for optimal driver performance and Mimi Sound Personalization that adapts audio to individual hearing profiles.
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Product Strengths
- Impactful bass moves air and adds visceral depth to music and movie effects, even without a subwoofer
- Seamless and engaging sound makes every album feel fresh and enthralling, maintaining consistent, pleasing audio without causing listener fatigue
- Vocal presence allows for relaxed listening and renders music in a way that encourages sharing with others
- Attractive design blends technical prowess with stylish aesthetics, with options for different finishes like Moss Green
- Wide dispersion offers a broad soundstage and an enveloping soundfield
Product Considerations
- Expense relative to its capabilities is a potential consideration
- In small rooms, performance could suffer due to the high-mounted tweeter and narrow vertical dispersion window
- When pushed, the 'No. 2' tower center channel model, being a 2-way, may run out of headroom before the No. 2 towers
- A slight lack of dynamics in the bass and high mids around the vocal sweet spot was noted
- Edgy, crisp, and definitive resolution evokes excitement, though these may not be the right choice for all listeners
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to RBH Sound 61-SFM/R, the RBH digs deeper and has its tweeter at a more typical listening height, however, the Aria Evo X No.4 is undeniably better looking
- Compared to SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacles, the Ultra Evolution Pinnacles have deeper and more powerful bass, although its overall frequency response isn't as neutral
- Compared to JBL HDI-3800, the JBL boasts a very wide dynamic range, having a narrower dispersion but more even off-axis response
- Compared to Arendal Sound 1723 Tower, the 1723 Towers have a bit more elevated treble on-axis, but the build quality is certainly a step above the Aria Evo X No.4 or pretty much anything at their pricing, and they can dig deeper in bass
Takeaway: The Focal Aria Evo X is a stylish speaker that sounds great, making it a good option for people who care about both aesthetics and audio quality. It offers powerful performance with seamless sound, bringing music to life.
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Focal is a French hifi brand that makes their own drivers in-house, including their highly-regarded beryllium tweeters and unique slatefiber mid/bass drivers made from recycled carbon fiber. Their speakers and headphones feature distinctive technologies like their "W" sandwich cone design for optimal driver performance and Mimi Sound Personalization that adapts audio to individual hearing profiles.
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Sonus Faber
Sonetto Center G2
2499
2499
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3
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SOUND TAKES CENTERSTAGEAt the core of the home theater setup, the Sonetto Center elevates the listener into a completely immersive experience.a legacy of innovationThe Sonetto Center brings decades of technological advancements from the Sonus faber development team into your home theater system. It introduces a fresh approach to voices reproduction for a speaker that will not be overlooked.ICONIC LUTE SHAPEThe Sonetto Center honors Sonus faber’s signature lute-inspired design. The shape seamlessly integrates with the clean aesthetics and elegant proportions of the collection, blending the front baffle of the center channel with the cabinet to create a sleek, curved structure.
Sonus Faber is an Italian hifi brand that designs speakers with unique lute-shaped cabinets inspired by traditional violin-making, featuring wood and leather materials to achieve a natural sound. Their speakers incorporate distinctive elements like cork chambers for midrange drivers and asymmetrical driver baskets that mimic natural forms, with each unit being individually tuned by ear to ensure tonal perfection.
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Product Strengths
- Lute-shaped cabinets improve sound dispersion characteristics, and help them sonically disappear in the room
- Models like the Sonetto 5G2, 8G2, and Center G2 feature a Camellia midrange driver, which avoids resonances associated with round-shaped midrange drivers
- The woofers and mid-woofers feature a paper-pulp sandwich cone to ensure a natural tone, and a precise and dynamic bass response
- The DAD lens in the tweeter fixes phase issues, allowing the soft dome tweeters to perform linearly all the way out to 40 kHz
- The new concrete base provides more stability, and better vibration management
Product Considerations
- The Sonetto I G2 and Sonetto II G2 bookshelf speakers need good current to show their best, due to their sensitivity (86 dB and 87 dB respectively)
- High quality power amplification is recommended for all Sonus Faber speakers to showcase their improvements
- Careful attention to setup of the Sonetto speakers will reward the listener greatly
- Some models use a downward-firing reflex port, which provides placement flexibility, but careful attention to placement is still needed
Takeaway: The Sonetto speakers offer a smooth, musical sound with detailed clarity and tonal accuracy for both music and movies. They bring high-end design and technology from Sonus Faber's flagship models to a more accessible price point.
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Sonus Faber is an Italian hifi brand that designs speakers with unique lute-shaped cabinets inspired by traditional violin-making, featuring wood and leather materials to achieve a natural sound. Their speakers incorporate distinctive elements like cork chambers for midrange drivers and asymmetrical driver baskets that mimic natural forms, with each unit being individually tuned by ear to ensure tonal perfection.
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Paradigm
Founder 70LCR
1529
1529
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3
Reviews
4-driver, 3 way LCR, sealed enclosure
Paradigm is a Canadian hifi speaker brand that designs and builds their products locally, using advanced materials like beryllium in their drivers and their proprietary PPA lens technology for better sound dispersion. Their speakers are favored by audiophiles seeking high-end sound at relatively lower prices, and they integrate Anthem Room Correction technology to optimize performance in modern open-concept homes with challenging acoustics.
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Product Strengths
- Vocals are rendered with rich detail and precise holographic imaging
- Excellent dynamic range and can handle a large room if given enough power
- Exceptional build quality with braced, inert cabinet construction
- Cutting-edge loudspeaker design, with proprietary technologies like the AL-MAC tweeter and CARBON-X woofers
- Gorgeous aesthetics and are available in various finishes, making them suitable for high-end interior décor
Product Considerations
- Some unevenness in its measured response, though this may not be readily audible in a typical listening environment
- Some upper treble raggedness, mostly in the on-axis response
- Needed to be positioned further back for the sweet spot to properly 'open up'
- Spiked feet can be hazardous to hard flooring if not handled carefully
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Founder Series draws on innovations from Paradigm's Persona range, but adds new technologies
Takeaway: The Founder speakers offer great sound quality and luxurious design, making them a worthwhile investment for audiophiles. The 100F is an excellent choice for larger rooms, while the 70LCR offers versatility as a center or front speaker.
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Paradigm is a Canadian hifi speaker brand that designs and builds their products locally, using advanced materials like beryllium in their drivers and their proprietary PPA lens technology for better sound dispersion. Their speakers are favored by audiophiles seeking high-end sound at relatively lower prices, and they integrate Anthem Room Correction technology to optimize performance in modern open-concept homes with challenging acoustics.
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Theva Center
649
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Released
2023
Theva Center is the perfect complement to the speakers in your Theva home cinema system. Equipped with a TNF tweeter and two Slatefiber cone drivers, this centre speaker clarifies the dialogue of any film with a high level of detail. It has been designed to be placed on a piece of furniture or on its stand (available as an option), blending elegantly into any interior.
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Product Strengths
- Sweet and smooth sound profile
- Excellent detail for the price
- Great balance and fluidity across registers
- Impressive dynamics and a wide, dimensional stereo imaging, as it can deliver a stunning soundstage
- Overall balanced tonality
- The tweeter is made from quality materials with great care
- Elegant, minimalist design that seamlessly integrates into any audio setup, with a sleek aesthetic and multiple color options
Product Considerations
- Does not feel as substantial as some other speakers in their price class
- Laid-back sound occasionally obscures some definition
- Deep bass may require a subwoofer
- The tweeter is exposed and needs to be handled with care
- Some reviewers would prefer a solid painted color rather than an imitation wood vinyl veneer
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Offers a lot of what makes the Vestia No. 1 great while saving money, but the Vestia No. 1 has more sparkling detail and pristine treble extension
- More compact and easier to place, though the Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3 looks more premium
- The L100 presented a more precise center image for vocals and dialog, but the Theva's more laid-back sound profile made them a better listen in most cases
- Stepped in pretty seamlessly for KEF LSX 2.1, which includes SVS's 3000 Micro subwoofer, showing impressive sonic skills, though they don't offer the same thunderous bass
- The rear-ported design is a change from the previous entry-level line, Chora, where the port was front-mounted
Takeaway: The Focal Theva No.1 is a well-rounded bookshelf speaker that offers excellent audio performance and detail for its price, with a sleek design that fits into any space. It's a great option for those looking for a hifi experience.
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Focal is a French hifi brand that makes their own drivers in-house, including their highly-regarded beryllium tweeters and unique slatefiber mid/bass drivers made from recycled carbon fiber. Their speakers and headphones feature distinctive technologies like their "W" sandwich cone design for optimal driver performance and Mimi Sound Personalization that adapts audio to individual hearing profiles.
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ADAM Audio
A44H
699
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Released
2022
The A44H offers a low-profile alternative to the A Series A7V while delivering similar performance characteristics. With a 19-inch width, the horizontally oriented A44H can sit on a standard rack shelf or be mounted above or below a display. The completely new design also enables the A44H to serve as a center speaker in immersive and 3D speaker configurations.
ADAM Audio is renowned for its innovative ART tweeters, which enhance the Air Motion Transformer concept by moving air four times faster than their folds for high-definition sound. Their monitors, especially the S Series, are favored by sound engineers for their accurate and transparent sound, advanced engineering, and reduced distortion, while the T Series offers affordable, high-performance studio monitors.
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Product Strengths
- Compact, comfortable, and easy to place, with a lower profile.
- Delivers a powerful, dynamic, and precise sound that delivers an enjoyable experience.
- A rotatable tweeter allows for both horizontal and vertical placement, providing flexibility in different setups.
- On-board DSP-based room correction options, and integration with Sonarworks SoundID Reference for refined tuning.
- A wide sweet spot that is immersive and enjoyable to listen to.
Product Considerations
- The bass response may not be as present or suitable for music production with many sub-bass frequencies.
- The dial for input level adjustment is not stepped, which may make precise matching more difficult.
- Some reviewers suggest a sub may be needed depending on the material being worked with, to supplement the 4-inch woofers.
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to the ADAM Audio A7X model, the A44H offers a similar response curve.
Takeaway: The A44H monitors offer a unique form factor, versatile placement options, and a detailed sound, making them a great option for smaller spaces or immersive setups. The built-in DSP and integration with Sonarworks provide extensive room correction and customization capabilities.
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ADAM Audio is renowned for its innovative ART tweeters, which enhance the Air Motion Transformer concept by moving air four times faster than their folds for high-definition sound. Their monitors, especially the S Series, are favored by sound engineers for their accurate and transparent sound, advanced engineering, and reduced distortion, while the T Series offers affordable, high-performance studio monitors.
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Klipsch
RP-504C II
699
/
Released
2022
Hear every word of the dialogue and lyrics with crystal-clear precision. A new, larger 90° x 90° silicone composite hybrid Tractrix® horn provides incredibly efficient transfer of high-frequency waves into the listening area to create a crisper, clearer sound.
Klipsch is renowned for its pioneering use of horn-loaded technology in speakers, which enhances efficiency and reduces distortion through their signature Tractrix Horn design. The brand's distinctive "Klipsch sound" is characterized by a bright, dynamic audio profile that some find exhilarating.
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Product Strengths
- The RP-504C II is a solid center channel option, especially within a surround sound setup
- It is sonically better, more refined in the midrange and top end than previous generations, offering a balanced and open sound that can improve intelligibility
- The speaker provides good output levels with low distortion and compression, and is capable of handling power well
Product Considerations
- The RP-504C II has poor directivity in the horizontal region, which can lead to speech intelligibility issues for listeners sitting more than ±10° off-axis
- It has an elevated treble response, rising to about +3dB above average sensitivity levels above 2kHz, which may impact linearity
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs RP504C (Gen 1)—the Gen 2 has a different crossover point (650 and 1950 Hz vs 500 and 1500 Hz), refined mids and highs, and the Gen 1 has a gap that's more similar to the gap in the floor standings
- To Klipsch THX—RP-504C II sounds warmer and more natural
Takeaway: The Klipsch RP-504C II center channel speaker is a capable speaker that may increase the sonic intelligibility of a sound system. It could be a great choice for a home theater setup if clear dialogue and sound reproduction are priorities, and it has good output levels with low distortion and compression.
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Klipsch is renowned for its pioneering use of horn-loaded technology in speakers, which enhances efficiency and reduces distortion through their signature Tractrix Horn design. The brand's distinctive "Klipsch sound" is characterized by a bright, dynamic audio profile that some find exhilarating.
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Paradigm
Premier 600C
879
/
Released
Paradigm is a Canadian hifi speaker brand that designs and builds their products locally, using advanced materials like beryllium in their drivers and their proprietary PPA lens technology for better sound dispersion. Their speakers are favored by audiophiles seeking high-end sound at relatively lower prices, and they integrate Anthem Room Correction technology to optimize performance in modern open-concept homes with challenging acoustics.
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Product Strengths
- Attractive style and are not overly large, making them easy to implement into various home theater or living room setups
- Magnetic grills make removing them easy and convenient, giving the speaker a cleaner and more premium look
- The Paradigm Premier 600C delivers dialogue with presence and strength, presenting the front stage smoothly
- The Paradigm Premier 200B and 600C offer a neutral sound signature without added coloration, providing detailed and smooth mids and highs
- The Paradigm Premier 200B and 600C feature technology trickled down from Paradigm's higher-end speakers
Product Considerations
- The center channel (600C) is pretty massive, requiring a lot of space
- The speaker grills are very thin and require careful handling to avoid damage
- Cracking sounds were experienced from the speaker cabinet when picking up the center channel and tower speakers, suggesting a potential issue with the laminate quality
- Low-frequency punch may be insufficient without a subwoofer
- The rubber feet on the Paradigm Premier 200B's kept falling off
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Paradigm Premier were slightly underwhelming compared to the 'wow factor' of the SVS Ultra Towers and Klipsch RF7's for music
Takeaway:
The Paradigm Premier speakers offer a blend of attractive design, good sound quality, and trickle-down technology from Paradigm's higher-end models, especially when paired with a subwoofer. If the Paradigm sound and aesthetic is appealing, the Premier series is worth considering for an immersive home theater experience.
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Paradigm is a Canadian hifi speaker brand that designs and builds their products locally, using advanced materials like beryllium in their drivers and their proprietary PPA lens technology for better sound dispersion. Their speakers are favored by audiophiles seeking high-end sound at relatively lower prices, and they integrate Anthem Room Correction technology to optimize performance in modern open-concept homes with challenging acoustics.
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Definitive Technology
Dymension DM30
899
/
Released
2023
The Dymension™ DM30 flagship center channel speaker combines a five-driver array with an integrated subwoofer and bass radiators to deliver full-range sound with superior vocal clarity and maximum bass impact.
Definitive Technology is a hifi speaker brand known for its bipole design, which radiates sound from both front and back to create a more spacious soundstage. Their speakers feature unique technologies like Linear Response Waveguide for better off-axis listening and Intelligent Bass Control for precise bass adjustments while maintaining midrange balance, with many models incorporating built-in powered subwoofers.
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Product Strengths
- Four 5.25-inch drivers, one tweeter, and an 8-inch subwoofer with two passive radiators provide a bigger sound.
- Clear dialogue is delivered, especially important for a center channel speaker.
- Timbre matches well with other Definitive Technology speakers, even older models.
- Neutral, accurate sound is delivered without being harsh.
- A deep and wide soundstage is produced.
Product Considerations
- The speaker cloth material may not perfectly match older Definitive Technology speakers, appearing as a slightly different shade of black.
- The base was not as good as the older model.
- The DM30 is a large speaker, requiring adequate space.
Takeaway: The Dymension DM30 is a great center channel speaker that provides clear dialogue and a wide soundstage, which enhances the home theater experience. It is a worthwhile addition that fits well with other Definitive Technology speakers and delivers excellent performance for movies and music.
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Definitive Technology is a hifi speaker brand known for its bipole design, which radiates sound from both front and back to create a more spacious soundstage. Their speakers feature unique technologies like Linear Response Waveguide for better off-axis listening and Intelligent Bass Control for precise bass adjustments while maintaining midrange balance, with many models incorporating built-in powered subwoofers.
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