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Defiance X12

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Ultimate, Uncompromising Bass.

12” Driver with Patented ART™ Surround, 650W RMS (1300W Dynamic Peak), App Control, High-Velocity Low-Turbulence Ported Design, Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) Included.

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.

Crafted in Canada - Paradigm Speakers

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SPECIFICATIONS
DESIGN 12" (305 mm) Driver with ART™ Surround, 650W RMS (1300W Dynamic Peak), Class-D amplifier, App controlled via smartphone, Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) Included.
AMPLIFIER 1300 watts Dynamic Peak; 650 watts RMS
AMPLIFIER FEATURES Auto-On / Off, improved soft-clipping circuitry
ROOM CORRECTION Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) Included
FREQUENCY RESPONSE ON-AXIS ±3 dB from 20Hz – 230Hz
LOW FREQUENCY DRIVER 12" (305 mm) ART™ Surround with carbon-loaded polypropylene cone
SENSITIVITY ROOM / ANECHOIC 100mV mono (max. volume) /
LOW FREQUENCY EXTENSION 15 Hz (DIN)
IMPEDANCE RCA: 10k ohms
FINISHES Satin Black
LOW PASS FILTER FREQUENCY Variable 30Hz - 120Hz
SUB / SAT PHASE ALIGNMENT Variable 0° - 180° App or Control Panel
INPUTS Three RCA (Left, Right, and LFE) for left/right lineout and/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 u
COMPATIBLE PRODUCTS Defiance WT Wireless Kit (sold separately)
DIMENSIONS HXWXD (INCLUDES GRILLE). 19 7/16" × 18" × 19 7/16" (49.3cm × 45.7cm × 49.4cm)
WEIGHT 62 lbs. (28.1 kg)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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S B
|April 14, 2020
Having previously had the PW2200 V-2 since 2003 it was finally time to upgrade my subwoofer. I settled on the x-12 as the x-15 would be too large for my listening room. Set up was quick and easy. The hardest part of setting up the subwoofer and running the ARC was locating my subwoofer through the app. I had to change my location settings. I also preferred the computer running of the ARC program than the phone app as I felt it was a little more precise. Onto the actual reason for reading this, after setup and about 5 months of listening and break in, this is what I have found. This sub is much more musical than I was expecting, my previous sub was musical as well however with the ARC ran I was able to notice definitive differences in the sound and the additional of notes in music and movies I was very familiar with. The amount of impact when watching movies makes you feel like you are at the theater. For music the sub just disappears and blends seamlessly with my mains which was what anyone is looking for when listening to 2 channel music. Bottom line, Paradigm has continued their trend of making fantastic sounding items at a bargain price. Thank you. Customer for over 17 years and continuing.