The Paradigm Prestige 15B ranks #72 out of 144 total Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: Paradigm
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#72 Paradigm Prestige 15B: $1,600 per pair Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the Paradigm Founder 40B, rated 4.1/5.
Pros: A two-way stand-mount with a 5.5” X-PAL woofer and a 1” X-PAL dome tweeter. Audio Science Review found a flat on-axis response (0.29 average deviation). Audio Science Review measured a preference score of 4.76 that reaches 7.13 with an ideal subwoofer, with 0.35 listening window deviation. Measured bass extension of 68.8Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Paradigm replaced the Prestige line with the Founder series. Bass reaches 68.8Hz (-3dB) and about 47Hz (-10dB). Discontinued.
How it compares: Just above it: Sony SS-CS5 - $1450 cheaper. Just below it: Klipsch RP-500M - $1300 cheaper, 6Hz higher bass extension (-3dB).
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 46.8Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 68.8Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Drivers | 5.5” X-PAL woofer, 1” X-PAL dome tweeter |
| Sensitivity | 87dB anechoic (manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.76 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 7.13 |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported |
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