Defiance V12

All Performance. No Gimmicks.

12” Driver, 120W RMS (250W Dynamic Peak), App Control, High-Velocity Low-Turbulence Ported Design, Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) Ready.

Defiance X & V Subwoofers, from Paradigm

Defiance X & V Subwoofers, from Paradigm

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Ultimate, Uncompromising Bass.

Everything is maximized with the new Defiance X10 / X12 / X15 subwoofers. Output is massive, thanks to heavy-duty, internally-braced cabinets, and Active Ridge Technology (ART™) for maximum driver-excursion. Massive SPL levels are coupled with precision control, intense detail and vanishingly low distortion. Completely Crafted in Canada, Defiance X outperforms every sub in their class.

All Performance. No Gimmicks.

For intense bass performance with no gimmicks, Defiance V8 / V10 / V12 subwoofers are an amazing value. Smaller footprints pack tons of technology into a compact powerhouse of low frequency impact. Pound for ground-shaking pound, Defiance V delivers the best bass at an unbeatable value.

Patented Active Ridge Technology (ART™)

The farther the driver can freely move, the deeper the bass it can generate. Patented* ART driver design “overmolds” durable driver surrounds to allow the farthest possible throw without distortion or destruction. Greater excursion results in a measured 3dB gain in output, with a 50% reduction in audible distortion compared to drivers held back by standard surrounds.

* US patents: D654,4795 and 8,340,340B2.
Only available on Defiance X15, X12, and X10.

Subwoofer Control App

Simplify setup & tuning with the free Paradigm Subwoofer Control App*, available for iOS and Android devices. The app controls volume, low-pass filter, phase, deep bass and much more from the comfort of your listening chair. It features three preset listening modes and a built-in shortcut to the Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) app.

Anthem Room Correction (ARC®)

Using your mobile device or optional calibrated microphone (included with Defiance X models, sold separately on Defiance V models*), ARC® measures your space, compares it to lab standard using proprietary advanced DSP algorithms, and instantly removes performance-robbing anomalies. The result is easy to hear: realistically blended, accurately rendered deep bass. Professional room correction at the touch of a button.

* Not available on Defiance V8

Partnered with the NRC

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.

MODEL COMPARISON
MODEL COMPARISON
Product Price
Starting At
Design Frequency Response On-Axis Low Frequency Extension Sensitivity Room / Anechoic
Defiance X15
$1,999.99
15" (381 mm) Driver with ART™ Surround, 900W RMS (1800W Dynamic Peak), Class-D amplifier, App controlled via smartphone, Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) Included. ±3 dB from 18Hz – 240Hz 14 Hz (DIN) 100mV mono (max. volume) /
Defiance X12
$1,499.99
12" (305 mm) Driver with ART™ Surround, 650W RMS (1300W Dynamic Peak), Class-D amplifier, App controlled via smartphone, Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) Included. ±3 dB from 20Hz – 230Hz 15 Hz (DIN) 100mV mono (max. volume) /
Defiance X10
$1,199.99
10" (254 mm) Driver with ART™ Surround, 300W RMS (600W Dynamic Peak), Class-D amplifier, App controlled via smartphone, Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) Included. ±3 dB from 29Hz – 240Hz 24 Hz (DIN) 100mV mono (max. volume) /
Defiance V12
$779.99
12" (305 mm) Driver, 120W RMS (250W Dynamic Peak), Class-D amplifier, App controlled via smartphone, Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) Ready. ±3 dB from 23Hz – 200Hz 18 Hz (DIN) 100mV mono (max. volume) /
Defiance V10
$679.99
10" (254 mm) Driver, 120W RMS (250W Dynamic Peak), Class-D amplifier, App controlled via smartphone, Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) Ready. ±3 dB from 29Hz – 200Hz 26 Hz (DIN) 100mV mono (max. volume) /
Defiance V8
$479.99
8" (203 mm) Driver, 75W RMS (150W Dynamic Peak), Class-D power amplifier ±3 dB from 34Hz – 200Hz 28 Hz (DIN) 100mV mono (max. volume) /

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

SPECIFICATIONS
DESIGN 12" (305 mm) Driver, 120W RMS (250W Dynamic Peak), Class-D amplifier, App controlled via smartphone, Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) Ready.
AMPLIFIER 250 watts Dynamic Peak;120 watts RMS
AMPLIFIER FEATURES Auto-On / Off, improved soft-clipping circuitry
ROOM CORRECTION Anthem Room Correction (ARC®)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE ON-AXIS ±3 dB from 23Hz – 200Hz
LOW FREQUENCY DRIVER 12" (305 mm) carbon-loaded polypropylene cone
SENSITIVITY ROOM / ANECHOIC 100mV mono (max. volume) /
LOW FREQUENCY EXTENSION 18 Hz (DIN)
IMPEDANCE RCA: 8.3k ohms
FINISHES Satin Black
LOW PASS FILTER FREQUENCY Variable 35Hz - 120Hz; Bypass Option
SUB / SAT PHASE ALIGNMENT Continuously Variable 0° - 180° Under App. Control
INPUTS Two RCA (Left and Right/LFE) for left/right lineout or Sub-Out from receiver/processor or other line-level source, Two Speaker Level (Left and Right) for input from amplifier or other speaker level source, One Micro USB for ARC™ and firmware updates
COMPATIBLE PRODUCTS Defiance WT Wireless Kit (sold separately)
DIMENSIONS HXWXD (INCLUDES GRILLE). 17 15/16" × 16 1/2" × 17 7/8" (45.6cm × 41.9cm × 45.4cm)
WEIGHT 42 lbs. (19.1 kg)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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