The Paradigm Founder 100F ranks #44 out of 139 total Large Size Floorstanding Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: Paradigm
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#44 Paradigm Founder 100F: $5,199.98 per pair Estimated Crutchfield eBay
Smaller models: the Paradigm Founder 80F (ranked lower, estimated 4.2/5) and the Paradigm Founder 40B (rated 4.1/5).
Larger model: the Paradigm Founder 120H (ranked higher, estimated 4.6/5).
Pros: Dedicated isolated 6-inch AL-MAG midrange driver and triple 7-inch CARBON-X woofers yield excellent dynamic headroom and bass authority down to 26Hz. Faceted cabinet geometry minimizes internal standing waves.
Cons: Significant physical size and price tier. On-axis treble maintains the energetic Founder voicing, rewarding parallel or gentle toe-in room placement.
How it compares: Just above it: Monitor Audio Silver 300 7G - $3151 cheaper, 5.5Hz lower bass extension (-3dB). Just below it: Magico A5 - $19600 more, 5Hz lower bass extension (-3dB).
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 42Hz (manufacturer specified) |
|---|---|
| Crossover Frequency | 500Hz, 2100Hz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 41.9”H x 12.9”W x 16.1”D (1065 x 328 x 409 mm) |
| Drivers | 1” (25mm) AL-MAC ceramic dome tweeter, 6” (152mm) AL-MAG midrange with SHOCK-MOUNT, 3 x 7” (177mm) CARBON-X woofers |
| Frequency Response | 42Hz - 23kHz (+/- 2dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 8 ohms compatible |
| Sensitivity | 93dB in-room, 90dB anechoic (manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 72.1 lbs (32.7 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, down-firing port |
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