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AQuad S-5BParadigm Premier 800F
Click either cabinet to swap A ↔ B · Reference height: 42.1 in · 1 in = 13.29 px
| A | B | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Quad | Paradigm |
| Model | Quad S-5 | Paradigm Premier 800F |
| Height | 42.1 in | 41.5 in |
| Width | 8.1 in | 9.2 in |
| Depth | 13 in | 13.8 in |
| Weight | 55.8 lb | 53.4 lb |
| Enclosure | passive-radiator | bass-reflex-rear |
| Drivers | 1× tweeter (ribbon), 1× 3.9 in midrange (woven Kevlar cone), 2× 6.5 in woofer (woven Kevlar cone) | 1× 1 in tweeter (X-PAL dome), 1× 6.5 in midrange (Carbon-infused polypropylene cone), 2× 6.5 in woofer (Carbon-infused polypropylene cone) |
| Frequency — low | 42 Hz | 27 Hz |
| Frequency — high | 23000 Hz | 25000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 90 dB | 89 dB |
| Impedance | 6 Ω | 8 Ω |
| Recommended amp | 40–200 W | 15–250 W |
| MAP (USD) | $1,999 / pair | $1,998 / pair |
| Where to buy | Check availability ↗ | Check availability ↗ |
| Brand website | quad-hifi.co.uk ↗ | paradigm.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.