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Click either cabinet to swap A ↔ B · Reference height: 17.1 in · 1 in = 32.70 px
Paradigm Persona BvsTAD Micro Evolution One
The Paradigm Persona B stands 43.5 cm tall — about 2.4 cm more than the TAD Micro Evolution One at 41.1 cm. On footprint the TAD Micro Evolution One is the wider cabinet (25.1 cm versus 23.1 cm). At 89 dB against 85 dB, the Paradigm Persona B is the easier load to drive and plays louder from the same amplifier. The TAD Micro Evolution One reaches deeper in the bass, down to 36 Hz versus 60 Hz. Low frequencies come from a 178 mm cone on the Paradigm Persona B and a 160 mm cone on the TAD Micro Evolution One. On price, the TAD Micro Evolution One sits higher — about $12,495 a pair against $10,000 for the Paradigm Persona B.
| A | B | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Paradigm | TAD |
| Model | Persona B | Micro Evolution One |
| HiFi ladder position | #166 of 215 bookshelf | #151 of 215 bookshelf |
| Height | 17.1 in | 16.2 in |
| Width | 9.1 in | 9.9 in |
| Depth | 13 in | 15.8 in |
| Weight | 30.9 lb | 44.1 lb |
| Enclosure | bass-reflex-rear | bass-reflex-rear |
| Drivers | 1× 1 in tweeter (Truextent beryllium dome), 1× 7 in mid-bass (Truextent beryllium cone) | 1× 6.3 in woofer (aramid), 1× 3.5 in midrange (magnesium), 1× 1 in tweeter (beryllium) |
| Frequency — low | 60 Hz | 36 Hz |
| Frequency — high | 45000 Hz | 60000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 89 dB | 85 dB |
| Impedance | 8 Ω | 4 Ω |
| Recommended amp | 15–250 W | — |
| MAP (USD) | $10,000 / pair | $12,495 / pair |
| Where to buy | Check availability ↗ | Check availability ↗ |
| Brand website | paradigm.com ↗ | technicalaudiodevices.com ↗ |
| Product page | Open product page ↗ | Open product page ↗ |
Larger value highlighted in green. For low-frequency extension, lower Hz = greater bass reach, so the deeper side is highlighted.