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

On-Axis 30° Off-Axis

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.