Paradigm PDR 8 Subwoofer Speaker

Pros: Small size
Cons: Bass lacks definition and power

I bought this subwoofer because my Paradigm dealer recommended it to me. He explained to me the benefits of having a subwoofer like this. It is small, it will fit on a bookshelf, and it fills in the low end.

Now, all of this is true. It...

Pros: Good dimensions, loud
Cons: Boomy, bloated, fuzzy sounding, and slow

Let me start by saying that I am a fan of Paradigm. I auditioned a few of their speakers in the past (Monitor series, PS series, etc.) and even own a pair of Monitor 9's. Needless to say, I have high expectations of their products, but usually am not...

Pros: Big sound for small size, precise rendering, distortion-free
Cons: no stand-by mode

Buying this subwoofer is one of the best things I did for my A/V system.

Paradigm's entry-level powered sub has proven faithful in reproduction of those all-important lows for music and movies, which are the foundation for sound.

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Pros: size and sound
Cons: none

Not all speaker types are designed to create the same sound. I have a small space So I purchased the PDR-8 along with the Paradigm Cinema bookshelf speakers and middle speaker. The sound is better then the old larger JVC speaker I had. The first time I...