Paradigm DSP-3100 Subwoofer

Paradigm DSP-3100 the sub is equipped with a 10-inch woofer with the diffuser made of the proprietary CAP (Carbon/Aramid-Fiber Composite). Fiberglass, reinforced with carbon, gives the membrane an additional rigidity. The driver is also interesting due to four-layered sound coil, powerful magnetic system and cast basket, effectively removing heat. It works in bass-reflex design with two ports, directed forward. By power of the amplifier the sub beats the most of competitors - 600W. The cutoff frequency is switched over from 35 to 150 Hz, the filter turns off if necessary. Phase changes smoothly that allows to align bass with satellites more accurately. In addition to linear there are high-level inputs that make the integration into 2.1 system easier.

Paradigm DSP-3100 refers to the few subwoofers, which can correctly play almost any musical material. At the careful adjustment the character of sound can serve as a model for its price category. If you narrow working band and reduce volume to the max, it will gladden by dynamics and elaboration of bass parts. Intelligibility is extremely high, the playback of drums can be considered to be perfect. Bass depth doesn't strike the imagination. Dynamical potential is impressive, there was no compression even at symphonic music at maximal level. The body in such conditions does not play along, but side-tones of ports are sometimes noticeable.

The noted qualities are very useful in cinema system, making watching movies extremely exciting process. The main thing is to limit playback band in order to save naturalness of drums effects.