The Paradigm Founder 80F Floorstanding Speakers from the Founder Series are engineered to deliver an exceptional audio experience with stunning clarity and powerful bass. These speakers feature advanced technology, including high-end drivers and a sleek, modern design. Whether you're listening to music or enjoying a movie, the Founder 80F creates an immersive soundstage with precise highs, rich midrange, and deep, controlled bass. The impressive design, with its flawless finish, is ideal for any room that demands premium sound and style.
Key Features
- Advanced 6.5" bass drivers provide deep and controlled bass response
- 1" aluminum dome tweeter ensures precision high frequencies with crystal-clear detail
- Innovative Perforated Phase Aligning (PPA) lens for a smoother transition between frequencies
- Refined crossover network for cohesive sound across all drivers
- Sleek design with high-end finishes like Gloss Black and real wood veneers
- Optimized for both music and home theater applications
- Robust construction ensures durability and consistent performance over time
Why Buy
- True high-fidelity sound for audiophiles who demand clarity and depth in every note
- Elegant design integrates seamlessly with modern décor
- Perfect for large spaces where impactful sound is needed
Product Specifications
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Paradigm Founder 80F |
| Brand | Paradigm |
| Model Number | Founder 80F |
| Series | Founder Series |
| Speaker Type | Floorstanding Loudspeaker (Passive) |
| Recommended Use | High-Fidelity Stereo, Home Theater |
| Placement | Floorstanding |
| Number of Speakers | 1 (sold individually) |
| Country of Origin | Designed, engineered, and crafted in Canada |
| Audio | |
| Frequency Response (±3dB) | 45 Hz – 23 kHz |
| Frequency Response (±2dB) | 50 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Low Frequency Extension (DIN) | 26 Hz |
| Sensitivity (2.83V/1m) | 92 dB |
| Impedance | 8 ohms compatible |
| Amplifier Requirements | 15–200W RMS |
| Maximum Input Power | 180 watts (peak) |
| Crossover Frequencies | 500 Hz (woofer/mid), 2.0 kHz (mid/tweeter) |
| Driver Configuration | 4-driver, 3-way bass reflex |
| Tweeter | 1" (25mm) AL-MAC™ ceramic dome with Oblate Spherical Waveguide (OSW™) |
| Midrange | 6" (152mm) AL-MAG™ cone with OSW™ waveguide |
| Woofers | Two 6.5" (165mm) CARBON-X™ cones with ART™ surrounds |
| Enclosure Type | Advanced Shock-Mount™ bass-reflex via rear-firing port |
| Built-in Amplifier | No |
| Room Correction | No |
| Connectivity | |
| Speaker Inputs | Dual 5-way binding posts (bi-wire/bi-amp capable) |
| Bi-Wiring/Bi-Amping Capable | Yes |
| Wireless Connectivity | No |
| ARC Microphone Input | No |
| Battery & Charging | |
| Power Source | Not applicable |
| Battery Type | Not applicable |
| Battery Life | Not applicable |
| Charging Method | Not applicable |
| Features | |
| Truextent® Beryllium Drivers | No |
| DSP Bass Control | No |
| ARC Room Correction | No |
| Cabinet Design | Reinforced MDF with extensive internal bracing and Shock-Mount™ isolation |
| Magnetic Grille | Yes |
| Dolby Atmos Compatible | Yes (with optional elevation modules) |
| Voice Control | No |
| App Control | No |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Cabinet Finish | Gloss Black, Walnut, Black Walnut, Midnight Cherry, Piano Ebony |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 9.25" x 41.75" x 13.5" (23.5 x 106 x 34.3 cm) |
| Weight | 61.5 lbs (27.9 kg) |
| Mounting Options | Floorstanding with supplied isolation feet or spikes |
| Grille Type | Acoustically transparent magnetic grille |
| In the Box | |
| Speaker | 1 × Founder 80F Floorstanding Speaker |
| Grille | 1 × Magnetic grille |
| Feet/Spikes | 1 set of isolation feet, 1 set of metal spikes |
| Binding Post Jumpers | 2 × Pre-installed jumpers |
| Owner's Manual | Yes |
| Warranty Information | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty Period | 5 years (parts & labor) |
| Customer Support Info | Paradigm Contact |