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Paradigm Sub2 Subwoofer (Active / Powered) Paradigm Sub2 106kg, single enclosure Sub array, containing 6 x 10” drivers @4,500 watts RMS at 240v, dressed in piano black. Has won many awards over the years and has also sorts of titles bestowed to it, beyond all the hyperbole, it’s a Sub, and a good one at that. Room Correction Paradigm Perfect Bass Kit™ (Included) Can demo for serious buyers. https://www.paradigm.com/en/sealed/signature-sub-2 Made in Canada Condition: Excellent Payment Method: EFT Region/State: (QLD) Queensland/Australia By BrisAnalog 2 Comments AUD $9,500 Date: M
At A$9,500, this looks broadly in line with the upper end of the used market for a Paradigm Sub 2 in Australia, not a bargain but not out of step for a flagship piece in strong condition. If it’s complete and clean, that’s a fair ask for a model that originally sat around A$14,000 and is still genuinely serious subwoofer territory.
The Sub 2 is respected for sheer output, extension into the single-digit Hz range, and very tight, controlled bass thanks to its sealed, multi-driver design and built-in room correction. For home cinema or large-room music systems, it’s the sort of sub that can replace a lot of smaller boxes. At this price, I’d want confirmation of full working order, any PBK accessories/room-correction kit, and whether it’s been well cared for.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Paradigm Electronics was founded in 1982 in the suburbs of Toronto, Canada, by Scott Bagby, a pioneering loudspeaker designer, and Jerry VanderMarel, a consumer electronics veteran. With input from Jerry's brother Bill, they revolutionized speaker design by integrating scientific acoustics research from the National Research Council of Canada and rigorous listening tests. From humble beginnings, Paradigm rapidly expanded, opening its Paradigm Advanced Research Center in 1993 and earning early accolades like the 1990 Best Price/Value Award, cementing its innovative heritage.
The brand focuses primarily on high-performance loudspeakers, including iconic models like the Atom and Monitor series, alongside premium lines such as Signature. Paradigm controls its entire production process in a massive 225,000-square-foot facility outside Toronto, manufacturing drivers, cabinets, and components in-house for unmatched precision. While best known for freestanding and architectural speakers, it has ventured into electronics through sister brands like Anthem, emphasizing value-driven hi-fi without straying into turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables.
Paradigm holds a strong mid-to-high-end position in the global market, renowned for delivering audiophile-grade sound at accessible prices. A bestseller across six continents, it commands significant shares in freestanding (No. 6) and architectural speakers among top integrators. Repurchased by founder Scott Bagby in 2019, Paradigm upholds its commitment to the "Paradigm Sound"—transparent, dynamic audio that punches above its weight, appealing to discerning buyers seeking Canadian craftsmanship over boutique exclusivity.
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