Paradigm XR11 Subwoofer
The XR11 subwoofer is a master class in design and engineering refinement that challenges what is possible from a compact, sealed subwoofer design. Paradigm's goal was to push the boundaries of performance while never losing sight of aesthetics by wrapping everything up into a suitable size that won't ever feel out of place.
XR embodies Paradigm's "Art Embracing Science" philosophy. It's the perfect complement to any system and blends perfectly with the award-winning Founder series of loudspeakers.
Faceted Cabinet Design: XR's cabinet is not only purposefully beautiful but intentionally functional. The geometric profile elegantly distributes the massive load of housing the powerful woofer inside, providing greater strength and rigidity than traditional rectangular designs.
Cascade-Fusion Bracing: Cascade-Fusion Bracing further increases cabinet rigidity for maximum acoustic precision while also breaking up standing waves internally, which provides more accuracy and greater bass clarity.
Best-in-Class Premium-Grade Finishes: XR cabinets are offered in various beautiful premium-grade finishes: Walnut and Black Walnut have a smooth satin finish with distinctive wood grain. The exclusive Midnight Cherry and Piano Black feature a luxurious hand-rubbed, high-gloss finish.
Vertical Mounting System: To further improve the XR's performance-to-size ratio, Paradigm engineers used a Vertical Mounting System to fit more woofer into the same space, maximizing the performance possible while keeping the footprint of the subwoofer in check.
Dual-Motor Ultra Long Throw Trilinear Suspension: XR's Ultra Long Throw Trilinear Suspension is grounded by a dual-spider centring system that supports the voice coil on both sides to ensure clean linear motion while pushing the envelope of its excursion.
Split Coil Construction: Oppositely wound turns on each coil, effectively eliminate motor non-linearity. High-temperature wire (adhesives rated to 450° F/232° C) ensure long-term reliability and very high power handling. Apical™ formers contribute to high stiffness.
Patented Active Ridge Technology (ART™): XR's patented ART driver design "overmolds" durable driver surrounds to allow the farthest possible throw without distortion or destruction for a 3dB gain in output, with a 50% reduction in audible distortion compared to drivers held back by standard surrounds.
CARBON-X Unibody Bass Driver: XR's Carbon fibre reinforced drivers use a single-piece cone construction for added strength, especially at higher volumes, with the lowest possible mass to ensure every detail and note can be felt.
Powerful Class-D Amplification: With colossal power reserves and the massive output capability of its Ultra Long Throw Trilinear Suspension enabled woofer, the XR subwoofers achieve effortless sound during even the most demanding musical passages or movie soundtracks.
Anthem Room Correction (ARC®): XR is shipped with ARC Genesis Software and a premium Microphone.
Mobile Control App: Power without control is meaningless, so to control and tune XR's performance, Paradigm added a simple and powerful mobile Control App. Get quick and easy access to all of XR's settings and sound adjustments, including volume, phase, low pass filter, DSP mode and more, all from the comfort of your seat.
Advanced Shock-Mount Technology: XR is not only about maximizing output but minimizing distortion too. The feet are designed with multi-layered durometer rubber-metal matrices to provide industry-leading isolation whose benefits can be measured and heard in the real world. Not only does this give a more accurate sound while elevating low-frequency performance, but it is also a neighbour-friendly technology.
Where Form & Function Are One: XR expertly blends form and function to combine every element acting as reinforced bracing to create a beautiful yet robust enclosure free of performance-robbing vibrations.
Made In Canada: The XR Series is completely designed, engineered, and built at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility outside Toronto, Canada. It's made by people who love great audio (just like you).
About Paradigm
Did you know that Paradigm loudspeakers are still designed, engineered, and crafted just outside Toronto, Canada? It's been that way since 1982. Co-founders Jerry Vander Marel and Scott Bagby wanted to build high performance loudspeakers and commendably they wanted to custom-design their speaker components based on science, not speculation. And they wanted to make them available at prices that everyone would appreciate.
All these decades later and Paradigm speakers are considered some of the best in the world in a vast array of product categories. No matter where you need speakers, you can be pretty sure Paradigm will have something to suit. Here at Audio Trends, we proudly sell their bookshelf and floorstanding speakers, along with centres and subwoofers and surrounds. We also sell Paradigm speakers to put in boats or in gardens or in your ceiling or wall and even under your eaves.
Audio Trends is happy to have been selling this top-quality brand for longer than we can remember. We invite you to come and see why.
Our Take On The Paradigm XR11
The Paradigm XR11 powered subwoofer is a formidable addition to any audio system, delivering an immersive and powerful low-frequency experience. Engineered with precision and innovation, this subwoofer boasts an 11 inch driver coupled with a robust 1,100 Watt RMS amplifier, ensuring deep and articulate bass response. Its advanced Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) Genesis software comes with a premium Microphone and a Control App. This allows for precise tuning, optimizing the subwoofer's performance in various room environments. Pairing perfectly with Paradigm's award-winning Founder series speakers, XR11 is characterized by its sleek design and high-quality construction, seamlessly blending into any home audio setup while providing an impactful and dynamic bass foundation. Whether used for music, movies, or gaming, the Paradigm XR11 stands as a testament to the brand's commitment to delivering an unparalleled audio experience.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: 11" (279mm) Ultra-high Excursion Driver with Trilinear Suspension System and Active Ridge Technology (ART™), sealed enclosure with Cascade-Fusion™ Bracing and ADVANCED Shock-Mount™, built-in 1,100W RMS (2,200W Dynamic Peak) Class-D amplifier, App-controlled via smartphone and Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) Included
- Low Frequency Driver: 11" (279mm) Ultra-High-Excursion CARBON-X Unibody Bass Driver, with Trilinear Suspension System and Active Ridge Technology (ART™), high-temperature voice coil
- Effective Piston Area: 0.043 sq m
- Effective Displacement: 3 L
- Low Frequency Response: (-3 dB): 14 Hz
- Frequency Response On Axis: ±3dB from 20 Hz to 140 Hz
- Amplifier Power: 1,100W RMS (2,200W Dynamic Peak) Class-D amplifier, App-controlled via smartphone and Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) Included
- Amplifier Features: Auto-On / Off, Trigger On / Off
- Room Correction: ARC Genesis (microphone included)
- Unbalanced Inputs: Stereo or Mono (dual RCA jacks)/LFE RCA jack
- Balanced Inputs: One Balanced XLR (LFE)
- Speaker/High-Level Inputs: Left and right speaker level inputs
- Polarity: 0 or 180 degrees
- Phase: Variable 0°-180°
- Supplied with Flat Feet & Spikes
- Removable Power Cable: Upgrade to a Premium Power Cable for better performance
- Available Finishes: Gloss Black, Midnight Cherry, Walnut, Black Walnut
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 388 x 412 x 429mm
- Weight: 29 kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 2 Years Electronics; 5 Years Drivers
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE