The Paradigm Founder 120H Floor Standing Speaker is a pinnacle of sound engineering, designed to bring the ultimate high-fidelity experience to any home audio setup. This powerful, high-performance speaker integrates Paradigm's cutting-edge technology, including Hybrid Active Technology with built-in amplifiers and ARC Genesis room correction, ensuring pristine sound with optimized bass in any room. Crafted with audiophiles in mind, the Founder 120H’s advanced drivers, state-of-the-art crossover design, and stunning construction make it a standout choice for any high-end listening environment.
Key Features
- Hybrid Active Technology: Combines passive and active elements for controlled and dynamic low-end performance, featuring three 8" active woofers with built-in amplifiers.
- ARC Genesis Room Correction: Automatically adjusts the speaker’s response to suit the acoustic environment, providing precise and clear audio in any room.
- AL-MAC High-Frequency Driver: Aluminum-magnesium-ceramic tweeter dome for detailed and extended high frequencies.
- Patented Shock-Mount Isolation System: Reduces unwanted resonance and vibrations for cleaner sound.
- Advanced X-PAL Midrange Driver: Delivers realistic and detailed mid frequencies, essential for vocal and instrumental clarity.
- Exclusive Oblate Spheroid Waveguide: Enhances off-axis listening, providing balanced sound across a wide listening area.
- Luxurious Design and Finish: Available in high-quality finishes, the Founder 120H combines aesthetics and acoustic performance for a stylish addition to any room.
Why Buy
The Paradigm Founder 120H combines unmatched power, precision, and design to deliver a true audiophile-grade experience. With advanced technology like ARC Genesis and Hybrid Active Technology, this speaker offers immersive sound quality that adapts to your room. It's the ideal solution for those seeking both beauty and performance in a floor-standing speaker.
- Adaptive Room Tuning: ARC Genesis optimizes sound quality for your unique space, ensuring perfect audio every time.
- High-Performance Bass: Hybrid Active Technology with built-in amplifiers delivers deep, controlled bass for impactful sound.
- Elegant and Robust Design: Exquisite craftsmanship makes it a visually striking and acoustically precise centerpiece.
Product Specifications
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Paradigm Founder 120H |
| Brand | Paradigm |
| Model Number | Founder 120H |
| Series | Founder Series |
| Speaker Type | Floorstanding Loudspeaker (Passive with Active Bass) |
| Recommended Use | High-End Audio Systems, Home Theater |
| Placement | Floorstanding |
| Number of Speakers | 1 (sold individually) |
| Country of Origin | Designed and engineered in Canada |
| Audio | |
| Frequency Response (±2dB) | 22 Hz – 23 kHz |
| Low Frequency Extension (DIN) | 18 Hz |
| Sensitivity (2.83V/1m) | 95 dB (room), 92 dB (anechoic) |
| Impedance | 8 ohms compatible |
| Amplifier Requirements | 15–400W RMS |
| Maximum Input Power | 300W |
| Crossover Frequencies | 2.4 kHz (tweeter), 300 Hz (bass) |
| Driver Configuration | 5-driver, 3-way hybrid bass reflex |
| Tweeter | 1" (25mm) AL-MAC™ ceramic dome with OSW™ and PPA™ lens |
| Midrange | 6" (152mm) AL-MAG™ cone with SHOCK-MOUNT™ isolation |
| Woofers | Three 8" (215mm) CARBON-X™ unibody cones with ART™ surround |
| Enclosure Type | Ported bass reflex with active bass |
| Built-in Amplifier | Yes, 1000W (2000W peak) for bass drivers |
| Room Correction | Includes ARC Genesis |
| Connectivity | |
| Speaker Inputs | Dual 5-way binding posts (bi-wire/bi-amp capable) |
| Wireless Connectivity | No |
| ARC Microphone Input | Yes, for room calibration |
| Battery & Charging | |
| Power Source | AC power (120V) |
| Battery Type | Not applicable |
| Battery Life | Not applicable |
| Charging Method | Not applicable |
| Features | |
| Truextent® Beryllium Drivers | No |
| DSP Bass Control | Yes, with ARC Genesis |
| ARC Room Correction | Yes, includes ARC Genesis |
| Cabinet Design | Reinforced MDF with Cascade-Fusion bracing |
| Magnetic Grille | Yes |
| Dolby Atmos Compatible | Yes (with appropriate setup) |
| Voice Control | No |
| App Control | No |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Cabinet Finish | Piano Black, Black Walnut, Midnight Cherry, Walnut |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 45.4" x 13.9" x 17.4" (115.3 x 35.4 x 44.1 cm) |
| Weight | 92 lbs (41.7 kg) each |
| Mounting Options | Floorstanding with supplied rubber feet or spikes |
| Grille Type | Magnetic cloth grille |
| In the Box | |
| Speaker | 1 × Founder 120H Floorstanding Speaker |
| Grille | 1 × Magnetic grille |
| Feet/Spikes | 4 × Rubber feet, 4 × Metal spikes |
| Owner's Manual | Yes |
| Warranty Information | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty Period | 5 years (parts & labor) |
| Customer Support Info | Paradigm Contact |