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Paradigm PREMIER 800F Gloss White Floorstanding Loudspeakers SPECIFICATIONS; Design: 4-driver, 3-way bass reflex, floor-standing Crossover:2nd-order electro-acoustic at 2.5 kHz (tweeter/mid) and 700Hz (mid/woofers) Frequency Response On-Axis: ±2dB from 50 Hz - 22 kHz Frequency Response 30° Off-Axis: ±2dB from 50 Hz - 18 kHz High Frequency Driver: 1” (25mm) X-PAL™ dome, ferro-fluid damped / cooled, Perforated Phase-Aligning Tweeter (PPA™) Lens Midrange Frequency Driver: 6-1/2” (165mm) Surround with Carbon-Infused polypropylene cone. Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) Lens Low Frequency Driver: Tw
At A$2,180 for a pair, this asking price is a genuine bargain compared to the typical used market for the Paradigm Premier 800F, which usually lands around A$1,700–A$2,000 (roughly $1,900 CAD converted), and well below the discontinued new price of roughly A$2,600 per pair. You’re getting a pair of these 3-way floorstanders for less than the cost of a single unit at retail, putting them below the 25th percentile of used listings and making this a strong deal for a fellow enthusiast.
The Premier 800F is well-regarded for its high 92 dB sensitivity, tight bass from dual 6.5″ woofers, and clean 3-way design that avoids the midrange mud common in budget 2-ways. At this price, the upside is clear: you’re securing a speaker that punches well above its budget class, with excellent room-filling capability and a frequency range down to 43 Hz. Unless the condition is questionable or accessories are missing, this is a buying opportunity, not a caution.
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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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