

High-Performance Low-Profile Bi-Directional Design will appeal to the audiophile eager for an affordable high-end 5.1 music and home theater experience that includes Paradigm’s sought-after “surrounded-by-sound” experience in a dedicated high — performance surround speaker of compact dimensions. The low-profile is application-friendly: perfectly suited for today’s multi-purpose listening spaces.
Anyone eager for an affordable, high-end surround speaker will want to hear Paradigm Surround 1 or Paradigm Surround 3. These speakers add size and dimension to the musical soundstage, which envelopes you in non-localized sound. Their design ensures maximum placement flexibility – even in rooms where dimensions and configuration are not ideal.
Paradigm’s patent pending Phase Aligning (PPA™) Lens Distinctive perforated lens in front of the tweeter and midrange drivers increase and smooth output without coloring the sound, while also protecting the drivers from getting damaged.
† US patent: 10,003,869.
X-PAL™ Satin-Anodized Pure Aluminum Mid-Bass Cones: Provide high stiffness-to-mass ratio and outstanding internal damping. The result? Remarkable midrange clarity, super extended bass response and freedom from unwanted resonances and distortions. (Paradigm Surround 3)
Mineral Filled Polypropylene Mid-Bass Cones: Oversized computer-optimized ferrite magnets and high-power motor structures deliver detailed performance with clean, extended bass. (Paradigm Surround 1)
Paradigm is partnered with Canada’s world-renowned NRC in ongoing research to reveal the true nature of sound and human hearing. Findings influence design and performance specs, resulting in a uniquely realistic listening experience, backed by sound science.
Product | Price Starting At |
Design | Frequency Response On-Axis | Low Frequency Extension | Sensitivity Room / Anechoic |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Surround 3 |
$479.00
|
4-driver, 2-way bi-directional surround/rear | ±2dB from 90 Hz - 20 kHz | 45 Hz (DIN) | 90 dB / 87 dB |
Surround 1 |
$329.00
|
4-driver, 2-way bi-directional surround/rear | ±2dB from 120 Hz - 20 kHz | 71 Hz | 89 dB / 86 dB |
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
DESIGN | 4-driver, 2-way bi-directional surround/rear |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE ON-AXIS | ±2dB from 90 Hz - 20 kHz |
HIGH FREQUENCY DRIVER | Two 1” (25mm) X-PAL™ dome, ferro-fluid damped / cooled, Perforated Phase-Aligning Tweeter (PPA™) Lens |
MID/BASS FREQUENCY DRIVER | Two 5-1/2" (140mm) X-PAL™ cones, 1" (25mm) voice-coils, oversize ceramic / ferrite magnets, GRIP™ chassis |
SENSITIVITY ROOM / ANECHOIC | 90 dB / 87 dB |
IMPEDANCE | Compatible with 8 ohms |
FINISHES | Black |
WEIGHT | 13.95 lbs. (6.32 kg) |
DIMENSIONS HXWXD | 10.625" × 13" × 5.62" (27cm × 33cm × 14.3cm) |
LOW FREQUENCY EXTENSION | 45 Hz (DIN) |
CROSSOVER | 2nd-order electro-acoustic at 2.3 kHz |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 30° OFF-AXIS | (bi-directional soundfield) |
SUITABLE AMPLIFIER POWER RANGE | 15 - 175 watts |
MAXIMUM INPUT POWER | 120 watts |
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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