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High-Performance Low-Profile Bi-Directional Design will appeal to the audiophile eager for an affordable high-end 5.1 music and home theater experience that includes Paradigm’s sought-after “surrounded-by-sound” experience in a dedicated high — performance surround speaker of compact dimensions. The low-profile is application-friendly: perfectly suited for today’s multi-purpose listening spaces.


Surround 3 Surround 1
Advanced Features And Functions:
Anyone eager for an affordable, high-end surround speaker will want to hear Paradigm Surround 1 or Paradigm Surround 3. These speakers add size and dimension to the musical soundstage, which envelopes you in non-localized sound. Their design ensures maximum placement flexibility – even in rooms where dimensions and configuration are not ideal.
Patented† Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) Tweeter Lens Technology
Paradigm’s patent pending Phase Aligning (PPA™) Lens Distinctive perforated lens in front of the tweeter and midrange drivers increase and smooth output without coloring the sound, while also protecting the drivers from getting damaged.
Mid-Bass Cones
X-PAL™ Satin-Anodized Pure Aluminum Mid-Bass Cones: Provide high stiffness-to-mass ratio and outstanding internal damping. The result? Remarkable midrange clarity, super extended bass response and freedom from unwanted resonances and distortions.(Paradigm Surround 3)
Mineral Filled Polypropylene Mid-Bass Cones:Oversized computer-optimized ferrite magnets and high-power motor structures deliver detailed performance with clean, extended bass. (Paradigm Surround 1)

Partnered with the NRC
Paradigm is partnered with Canada’s world-renowned NRC in ongoing research to reveal the true nature of sound and human hearing. Findings influence design and performance specs, resulting in a uniquely realistic listening experience, backed by sound science.
PRODUCT | DESIGN | FREQUENCY RESPONSE ON-AXIS | LOW FREQUENCY EXTENSION | SENSITIVITY ROOM / ANECHOIC |
Surround 3 |
4-driver, 2-way bi-directional surround/rear |
±2dB from 90 Hz - 20 kHz |
45 Hz (DIN) |
90 dB / 87 dB |
Surround 1 |
4-driver, 2-way bi-directional surround/rear |
±2dB from 120 Hz - 20 kHz |
71 Hz |
89 dB / 86 dB |
SPECIFICATIONS
DESIGN |
4-driver, 2-way bi-directional surround/rear |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE ON-AXIS |
±2dB from 120 Hz - 20 kHz |
HIGH FREQUENCY DRIVER |
Two 1” (25mm) X-PAL™ dome, ferro-fluid damped / cooled, Perforated Phase-Aligning Tweeter (PPA™) Lens |
MID/BASS FREQUENCY DRIVER |
Two 4-1/2" (140mm) X-PAL™ cones, 1" (25mm) voice-coils, oversize ceramic / ferrite magnets, steel chassis |
SENSITIVITY ROOM / ANECHOIC |
89 dB / 86 dB |
IMPEDANCE |
Compatible with 8 ohms |
FINISHES |
Black |
WEIGHT |
7.25 lbs. (3.28 kg) |
DIMENSIONS HXWXD |
8.50" × 9.25 × 5.11" (21.6cm × 23.5cm × 13cm) |
LOW FREQUENCY EXTENSION |
71 Hz |
CROSSOVER |
2nd-order electro-acoustic at 2.0 kHz |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 30° OFF-AXIS |
bi-directional soundfield |
SUITABLE AMPLIFIER POWER RANGE |
15 - 100 watts |
MAXIMUM INPUT POWER |
100 watts |