The Paradigm Defiance X15 is rated 4.2/5 for sound quality, #45 of 143 Large Home Subwoofers (Over 75 lbs). See all Subwoofers rankings for every top pick.
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Brand: Paradigm
#45 Paradigm Defiance X15: $1,499 Discontinued eBay
Same family: the Paradigm Defiance V8 (smaller subwoofer, estimated 3.2/5), the Paradigm Defiance V10 (smaller subwoofer, estimated 3.4/5), the Paradigm Defiance V12 (smaller subwoofer, rated 3.6/5), the Paradigm Defiance X10 (smaller subwoofer, rated 3.7/5) and the Paradigm Defiance X12 (smaller subwoofer, rated 4.1/5). See every Paradigm Defiance generation.
Pros: A 15 inch ported subwoofer with strong, deep bass for movies in a large room, a solid value pick used. Independent CEA-2010 testing records 109.2 dB at 20 Hz and 122.9 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, bottom enclosure with 15” (381mm) driver has the headroom for demanding film bass in a large room.
Cons: The 625.3H x 588.8W x 625.3D mm cabinet and 41.7 kg mass make this a serious placement and moving commitment. Ported output does not solve room modes, so careful placement and calibration remain essential. Discontinued.
Is the Paradigm Defiance X15 right for you?
Skip it if
- you need to move it often (42 kg each).
- you want to buy it new: it is discontinued.
| Released | Aug 2022 (4 years ago) |
|---|---|
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 122.9 dB |
| Cabinet Color | black |
| Country | Canada |
| Dimensions | 24.6”H x 23.2”W x 24.6”D (625.3 x 588.8 x 625.3 mm) |
| Drivers | 15” (381mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported, bottom |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics |
| Output SPL at 15 Hz | 102.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 109.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 112.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 116.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 121.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 123.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 123.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 123.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 121.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 121.2 dB |
| Warranty | 3 |
| Weight | 91.9 lbs (41.7 kg) |
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- Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.