The Paradigm Persona 9H is a state-of-the-art floorstanding speaker that represents the pinnacle of Paradigm's design and engineering prowess. Developed over five years, the Persona 9H combines luxurious design with groundbreaking audio technologies to deliver an unparalleled listening experience. Featuring Truextent® Beryllium drivers and advanced room correction technology, the Persona 9H offers an unmatched level of clarity, detail, and performance in any room environment.
Key Features
- Truextent® Beryllium tweeter and midrange drivers for unmatched clarity and detail
- Four-way hybrid design with active bass and passive mid/high sections
- Anthem Room Correction (ARC™) technology for optimized performance in any room
- Built-in 700W amplifiers for active bass sections
- Luxurious handcrafted cabinet with a wide range of finish options
Why Buy
The Paradigm Persona 9H is designed for discerning audiophiles who demand the very best in sound quality. Its Truextent® Beryllium drivers, used for both the tweeter and midrange, offer incredibly low distortion and high resolution, allowing you to hear every nuance in your music. The built-in Anthem Room Correction (ARC™) technology ensures that the speaker performs optimally in any room, adjusting for acoustic anomalies to provide the perfect soundstage. With a four-way hybrid design that includes active bass and passive midrange/tweeter sections, the Persona 9H delivers deep, controlled bass and a clear, precise high end. Its stunning design, with an elegant, handcrafted finish, makes it a true centerpiece in any high-end audio system.
Product Specifications
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Paradigm Persona 9H |
| Brand | Paradigm |
| Model Number | Persona 9H |
| Series | Persona Series |
| Speaker Type | Floorstanding Loudspeaker with Active Bass |
| Recommended Use | High-End Stereo, Home Theater |
| Placement | Floorstanding |
| Number of Speakers | 1 (sold individually) |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Audio | |
| Frequency Response (±2dB) | 19 Hz – 45 kHz |
| Sensitivity (2.83V/1m) | 96 dB |
| Impedance | 8 ohms nominal, 3 ohms minimum |
| Amplifier Requirements | 15 – 500 watts |
| Maximum Input Power | 500 watts (passive portion) |
| Crossover Frequencies | 300 Hz (active), 2.4 kHz (passive) |
| Driver Configuration | 4-way hybrid active/passive |
| Tweeter | 1" (25mm) Truextent® Pure Beryllium dome |
| Midrange | 7" (178mm) Truextent® Pure Beryllium cone |
| Subwoofers | Two 8.5" (215mm) Ultra-High-Excursion X-PAL™ woofers, powered |
| Enclosure Type | Hybrid: Sealed mid/high, active DSP-controlled bass |
| Built-in Amplifier | Yes, 2 × 700W Ultra-Class D amplifiers (1400W total per speaker) |
| Room Correction | ARC™ (Anthem Room Correction) built-in |
| Connectivity | |
| Speaker Inputs | Binding posts (gold-plated, 5-way) |
| Bi-Wiring/Bi-Amping Capable | No |
| Wireless Connectivity | None (wired input; ARC via USB) |
| ARC Microphone Input | Yes (mini USB for ARC calibration) |
| Battery & Charging | |
| Power Source | AC power required for active bass |
| Battery Type | Not applicable |
| Battery Life | Not applicable |
| Charging Method | Not applicable |
| Features | |
| Truextent® Beryllium Drivers | Yes, for both tweeter and midrange |
| DSP Bass Control | Yes, dual DSP channels with ARC |
| ARC Room Correction | Yes, Anthem Room Correction built-in |
| Cabinet Design | Low-diffraction, acoustically inert multilayer construction |
| Magnetic Grille | Yes |
| Dolby Atmos Compatible | No |
| Voice Control | No |
| App Control | No |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Cabinet Finish | Premium high-gloss painted finishes (various colors) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 11.75" x 51.75" x 20.75" (29.8 x 131.4 x 52.7 cm) |
| Weight | 123 lbs (55.8 kg) each |
| Mounting Options | Floorstanding only (includes solid aluminum outrigger feet) |
| Grille Type | Magnetically attached cloth grille |
| In the Box | |
| Speaker | 1 × Persona 9H Floorstanding Speaker |
| Grille | 1 × Magnetic front grille |
| Feet/Spikes | Included (outrigger feet with spikes and pads) |
| Power Cable | Included |
| ARC Microphone Kit | Included (ARC mic and software) |
| User Manual | Yes |
| Warranty Information | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty Period | 5 years (parts & labor for passive elements), 3 years (active electronics) |
| Customer Support Info | Paradigm Support |