The Paradigm Founder 70LCR ranks #21 out of 98 total Center Channel Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: Paradigm
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#21 Paradigm Founder 70LCR: $1,799.99 Estimated Audio Advice eBay
Pros: 3-way sealed enclosure featuring an AL-MAC ceramic dome tweeter nested inside an AL-MAG coaxial midrange, flanked by dual 5.5-inch Carbon-X woofers. Coaxial acoustic centering prevents horizontal lobing while sealed loading enables clean in-cabinet integration.
Cons: 69Hz bass extension (-2dB) requires bass management with a dedicated subwoofer. Premium price tier. Rating estimated from Founder series measurements.
How it compares: Just above it: Wharfedale Aura C - $199 more, 3Hz lower bass extension (-3dB). Just below it: Monitor Audio Silver C250 7G - $551 cheaper, 3.5Hz lower bass extension (-3dB).
| DIY Kit | No |
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| Dimensions | 8”H x 18.9”W x 12.3”D (204 x 480 x 313 mm) |
| Drivers | 1” AL-MAC tweeter with OSW waveguide, 6” AL-MAG coaxial midrange, 2 x 5.5” Carbon-X woofers |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| Frequency Response | 69Hz - 23kHz (±2dB) |
| Impedance | 8 ohms compatible |
| Sensitivity | 92dB in room, 89dB anechoic (2.83V/1m) |
| Weight | 30 lbs (13.6 kg) |
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