The Paradigm Defiance line on Speaker Ranking spans 2 generations and 7 models, from the Paradigm Defiance V8, Paradigm Defiance V10 and Paradigm Defiance V12 to the Paradigm Defiance S12. Ratings run from 3.2/5 to 4.2/5. Only one of them is still sold.
Each column below is one generation, oldest on the left. Each row follows one model into the model that replaced it; a long arrow means a model skipped a generation. Ratings are out of 5, and an estimated rating comes from measured models in the same family.
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Generation by generation
Defiance V12 to Defiance S12
The Paradigm Defiance S12 replaced the Paradigm Defiance V12. It rates higher, 3.8/5 against 3.6/5.
| Spec | Defiance V12 | Defiance S12 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 12” (305mm) driver | 1x 12” S-PAL aluminum woofer, sealed |
| Amplifier Power | 120W RMS | 800W RMS (1,200W peak, Class D) |
| Weight | 42.1 lbs (19.1 kg) | 53.6 lbs (24.3 kg) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many generations of the Paradigm Defiance are there?
Speaker Ranking covers 2 generations of the Paradigm Defiance, from the Paradigm Defiance V8, Paradigm Defiance V10 and Paradigm Defiance V12 to the Paradigm Defiance S12.
What replaced the Paradigm Defiance V12?
The Paradigm Defiance S12 replaced the Paradigm Defiance V12. It is rated 3.8/5, against 3.6/5 for the Paradigm Defiance V12.