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Paradigm Sub 1 or Sub 25?

March 14, 2010

To Randall Smith,

I have read your review on Paradigm’s Sub 25 and was impressed with it. But I would like to ask a question since Paradigm has released the Sub 1, also in the same or a little better price range. Since you are an expert in this area you can offer some valuable recommendations whether to go with a Sub 1 or a Sub 25 or any other good subs that came onto the market after your review of the Sub 25 in May 2009. I look forward to your valuable input.

Thanks,

Rao Vemula

Glad you enjoyed reading my review. I have not heard the Sub 1 yet, but I have had the opportunity to listen to both the Sub 2 and the JL Audio Gotham over at Jeff Fritz's house. In Jeff's review of the Sub 2 he stated that, "I can tell you that the Sub 2 could easily play as deep, loud, and clean as I remember the JL Audio g213s playing. The Sub 2 also delivered what sounded to me like tighter bass than I remember ever getting from the Gothams." So, in Jeff's opinion, the Sub 2 was simply state of the art. At half the price of the Sub 2, the Sub 1 could possibly be an incredible bargain in comparison. As far as the Sub 25 goes, I believe that the Sub 25 might play lower than the Sub 1, but because the Sub 1's six 8" drivers will display less power compression than the one larger driver in the Sub 25, the Sub 1 will likely play louder. Therefore in your large room, perhaps the Sub 1 would be your best bet. In the end, try and listen to both. Buying either one of these two Paradigm subs is a win/win situation. Have fun. . . . Randall Smith

Xperience and lifestyle

March 5, 2010

Editor,

I read the article on the new SoundStage! Xperience and am looking forward to see what you guys come up with. If what you’ve done in the past with your sites is any indication, I’m sure it will be quite good. One thing caught my attention in your article was the thought of "lifestyle" products. As someone that values good aesthetics in audio equipment, I’m not sure why anyone would not want their audio or home-theater gear to be complementary to their lifestyle. This seems like a no-brainer to me. If we’re paying our money for this equipment, we should demand performance and good exterior design. Anyway, I will be sure to check back in April for your new site. Keep up the great work.

David Jernigan