PARADIGM : Prestige 15B
Prestige 15B bookshelf speakers utilize 2-way crossover technology to greatly improve off-axis performance (for listeners not positioned directly in front of the sweet spot) and boost deep bass dynamics.
PRESTIGE IS PARADIGM—REFINED
With a new, unobstructed look: clean, sharp lines, with close attention paid to the smallest details, these loudspeakers don’t rely on gimmicks.
PRESTIGE IS SMART ENGINEERING
Harnessing cutting-edge new technologies, such as our Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) Tweeter Lens that protects the delicate X-PAL™ tweeter dome and acts as the Phase Plug, blocking out-of-phase frequencies for smoother, extended high frequencies with incredible detail and higher output. Also, our patented Active Ridge Technology (ART™) surrounds, made in-house and overmolded directly onto each cone, achieve greater excursion compared to drivers with standard surrounds.
PRESTIGE IS AN AUTHENTIC, HANDCRAFTED PIECE OF ART
Designed, engineered, and fully Crafted in Canada, by people who love great audio (just like you). From the precise workmanship of the non-resonant cabinets to their beautiful premium-grade finishes, Prestige is truly hand-built for performance.
TECHNOLOGY
For over 30 years, Paradigm has set the precedent for innovation and technology in loudspeaker manufacturing. The new Prestige Series builds on this history by combining new technologies with smart engineering that provides astonishing performance at an incredible
value—all completely crafted in our Canadian facility.
TWEETER DESIGN & ENGINEERING
Prestige tweeters combine the best features of the Paradigm Pure-Aluminum (X-PAL™) tweeter dome with the enhanced high frequency performance of a well-designed phase plug, delivering ultrasonic frequency response above 20 kHz. Highs are clear and accurate, for pinpoint imaging, while a rear-mounted design hides front baffle hardware, presenting a visually unobtrusive esthetic.
NEW X-PAL™
tweeter with exclusive Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) Tweeter Lens that protects the delicate pure-aluminum tweeter dome and acts as the Phase Plug, blocking out-of-phase frequencies for smoother, extended high frequencies with incredible detail and higher output.
NEW Rear-mounted tweeter and midrange/tweeter module design removes obtrusive hardware from the front speaker baffle for a flawless new look, enhanced by low-diffraction brushed anodized aluminum trim rings.
NEW Finite Element Analysis (FEA) optimized pole piece concentrates the magnet’s power for maximum efficiency and lightning fast response while lowering the tweeter’s resonance frequency for clean, accurate sound.
Our tweeter designs are cooled by the original ultra-stable Ferrofluid, made exclusively by Ferrotec. Ferrofluid is a colloidal suspension of magnetic nano particles in a liquid carrier with low volatility and high thermal stability
Design | 2-driver, 2 way bookshelf / stand mounted |
Crossover | 2nd order electro-acoustic at 2.0kHz |
Frequency Response On-Axis | ±2dB from 57 Hz - 20 kHz |
Frequency Response 30° Off-Axis | ±2dB from 57 Hz - 17 kHz |
High Frequency Driver | 1" (25mm) X-PAL™ dome, ferro-fluid damped / cooled, Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) Tweeter Lens, Finite Element Analysis (FEA) optimized pole piece assembly |
Mid/Bass Frequency Driver | 5.5" (140mm) X-PAL™ driver, overmolded Active Ridge Technology (ART™) surround, SHOCK-MOUNT™ Isolation Mounting System, 1.5" high-temp voice coil |
Low Frequency Extension | 42 Hz (DIN) |
Sensitivity Room / Anechoic | 90 dB / 87 dB |
Impedance | Compatible with 8 ohms |
Suitable Amplifier Power Range | 15 - 150 watts |
Maximum Input Power | 90 watts |
Finishes | Gloss: Piano Black & Midnight Cherry. Satin: Walnut & Black Walnut |
Weight | 16 lbs. (7.3 kg) |
Dimensions HxWxD ‡ Includes plinth, feet, grille and terminal cups. |
12.375" × 7" × 10.875" (31.5cm × 17.8cm × 27.5cm) |