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The Paradigm Signature S1

Ultra-Compact Lifestyle Models

How do you achieve the performance caliber of Paradigm Reference Signature in such ultra-compact models as the Signature S1, C1 and ADP1? The answer? Enclosure design must play a critical role.

All parts (baffle, rear and shell) on these compact cabinets are die-cast aluminum. The die-cast design also functions as an effective heatsink. Bass/midrange (S1) and bass driver (ADP1) baffles and chassis are physically integrated allowing space for a powerful 155-mm (6 in) driver. Cabinet interiors reveal heavy wall construction and extensive internal bracing. Constrained Layer Damping (CLD), a technique used extensively and with great success across aviation and naval platforms, is used in conjunction with a sophisticated Permacote® Linacoustic® to completely subdue stray residual vibrational energy within the cabinets. The end result? All of the high-end performance found in a much larger Signature Series speaker, in a significantly smaller package.


P-Be™ Pure-Beryllium Tweeter Domes. Pure beryllium was chosen for its exceptional thermal, physical and mechanical properties: lighter than diamond or aluminum with unmatched rigidity. Response is instantaneous and extraordinarily uniform. Elevating the dome promoted optimal off-axis dispersion.

ARB™ Aperiodic Resonance Breakup Fins. Die-cast aluminum fins in rear damping chamber capture and quickly disperse residual internal resonances, rendering them inert.

Co-PAL™ Cobalt-Infused Anodized Pure-Aluminum Bass / Midrange Cones. Combine high stiffness-to-mass with superior internal damping for exceptional accuracy. The result is smooth, completely uncolored frequency response.

Premium Finishes. Signature Series enclosures are enhanced by a choice of two stunning wood veneer finishes — Cherry and Piano Black.

 

SPECIFICATIONS

Design

2-driver, 2-way ultra-compact
bookshelf / stand-mounted

Crossover

3rd-order electro-acoustic at 2.1 kHz

High-Frequency Driver

25-mm (1 in) P-Be™ dome, ferro-fluid
damped / cooled, rear damping chamber
with ARB™ fins and integrated heatsink,
dual super-neodymium ring magnets,
die-cast enclosure / integrated
heatsink chassis

Bass / Midrange Driver

155-mm (6 in) Co-PAL™ cone,
overmolded NLC™ surround,
38-mm (1-1/2 in) split voice-coil,
super-neodymium ring magnet,
integrated AVS™ baffle /
die-cast heatsink chassis

Low-Frequency Extension*

43 Hz (DIN)

Frequency Response:
On-Axis
30° Off-Axis


±2 dB from 65 Hz - 45 kHz
±2 dB from 65 Hz - 20 kHz

Sensitivity - Room / Anechoic

90 dB / 87 dB

Suitable Amplifier Power Range

15 - 175 watts

Maximum Input Power†

100 watts

Impedance

Compatible with 8 ohms

Height, Width, Depth

27.0 cm x 17.0 cm x 22.0 cm
10-1/2 in x 6-3/4 in x 8-3/4 in

Weight (unpacked)

5.8 kg / 12.5 lb each

Finishes

Cherry, Piano Black

Paradigm Stand (sold sep.)

GS-30

* DIN 45 500. Indicates -3 dB in a typical listening room.

† With typical program source, provided the amplifier clips
no more than 10% of the time.

STANDS ARE EXTRA-- LIST  $320 /PR