Paradigm Premier 500C Centre Speaker
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Paradigm Premier 500C Centre Speaker
4-driver, 3-way acoustic suspension center channel
Performance & Value
To produce a loudspeaker that meets our standards for performance and value, we took complete control of the manufacturing process, an unprecedented move at this price point. In our state-of-the-art North American facility, we have produced a loudspeaker that defies convention; a homegrown loudspeaker that benefits from innovations found throughout the Paradigm family of loudspeakers.
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Patented Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) Tweeter and Midrange Lens TechnologyDistinctive perforated lens in front of the tweeter and midrange drivers increase and smooth output without coloring the sound, while also protecting the drivers from getting damaged.
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Patented Active Ridge Technology (ART™) SurroundsPremier features Paradigm’s patented Active Ridge Technology (ART) surrounds, made in-house and overmolded directly onto each woofer and midrange cone. This design achieves greater excursion, for a 3dB gain in output and 50% reduction in distortion. Crafted from injection-molded thermoplastic elastomer, ART surrounds are more durable and more reliable, ensuring a lifetime of superior sound.
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Specifications:
| DESIGN | 4-driver, 3-way acoustic suspension center channel |
| CROSSOVER | 2nd-order electro-acoustic at 2.5 kHz (tweeter/mid) and 600Hz (mid/woofers) |
| HIGH FREQUENCY DRIVER | 1” (25mm) X-PAL™ dome, ferro-fluid damped / cooled, Perforated Phase-Aligning Tweeter (PPA™) Lens |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE ON-AXIS | ±3dB from 73 Hz - 25 kHz |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE 30° OFF-AXIS | ±3dB from 73 Hz - 20 kHz |
| MIDRANGE FREQUENCY DRIVER | 4” (102mm) Black Anodized X-PAL™ cone, Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) Lens |
| LOW FREQUENCY DRIVER | Two 5-1/2” (140mm) ART™ Surround Carbon-Infused polypropylene cones |
| SENSITIVITY ROOM / ANECHOIC | 92 dB / 89 dB |
| LOW FREQUENCY EXTENSION | 47 Hz (DIN) |
| SUITABLE AMPLIFIER POWER RANGE | 15 - 120 watts |
| MAXIMUM INPUT POWER | 80 watts |
| IMPEDANCE | Compatible with 8 ohms |
| DIMENSIONS HXWXD | 7.125" × 20.125 × 13.75" (18cm × 51.5 × 32cm) |
| WEIGHT | 26 lbs. (11.8 kg) |
| FINISHES | Gloss Black, Gloss White, Espresso Grain MK 2 |
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Caring for your Speakers and Amplifiers
To Keep your equipment safe these are some best practices to note. Please be advised that this is only to reduce the risk of misuse and is not an exhaustive list.
Speakers
- Speaker terminals are marked red and black, ensure your amplifier to the speakers are wired on the same colours
- Ensure no loose speaker wire from the red touches a loose wire from the black as this will lead to a short circuit and damage either the speaker, the amplifier or both.
- Not all speakers are designed to play at max volume, kindly consider the pairing of your amplifier and speakers
- Speaker cabinets cannot be replaced please handle with care.
AV & Stereo Amplifiers
- If your amplifier has HDMI ports, ensure all devices are off before plugging in the HDMI cable
- Turn off the amplifier before swoping out or adding speaker cable
- Amplifiers generate heat, place them in a well ventilated space. if possible avoid having anything on top of the unit.
- adding a surge protector can assist with power dips which are likely to damage your devices. Isotek and Furman are industry standard.
- Dusty environments can sometimes lead to accumulation of dust in the electronic components that might affect heat regulation
Shipping & Returns
- Free shipping on orders over R500 within the country.
- Standard delivery within 2–5 business days. Delays will be communicated. This might vary slightly depending on your location.
- Return items in original condition for a full refund. (unopened state)
- Returns that are open/unboxed will be subject to a handling fee. Refunds will only be processed after testing the unit.