Paradigm Premier 120B v2

$1,799.00

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Performance isn’t learned.
It’s inherited.

The Premier Series v2 is more than a next-generation release; it is the definitive performance benchmark in its class. Designed as a sophisticated gateway to near-reference quality sound, this series offers an approachable entry point into high-end audio for those seeking a significant upgrade from standard systems. We have engineered the v2 to act as the conduit between everyday home audio and the pinnacle of acoustic fidelity, delivering a clear pathway for listeners to experience music and film with a level of precision and immersion previously unattainable at this price point.

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Paradigm Premier 120B v2
Paradigm Premier 120B v2
$1,799.00

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The Performance Benchmark

The Premier Series v2 is more than a next-generation release; it is the definitive performance benchmark in its class. Designed as a sophisticated gateway to near-reference quality sound, this series offers an approachable entry point into high-end audio for those seeking a significant upgrade from standard systems. We have engineered the v2 to act as the conduit between everyday home audio and the pinnacle of acoustic fidelity, delivering a clear pathway for listeners to experience music and film with a level of precision and immersion previously unattainable at this price point.

At the heart of this series is a core Paradigm philosophy:

There is no value
in the absence of performance.

This conviction drives every engineering decision we make. It’s why we’ve integrated flagship-inspired technologies—like the AL-MAC™ high-frequency drivers and Carbon-X™ unibody bass drivers—into a series that remains within reach. By focusing on technical excellence over unnecessary complexity, the Premier v2 ensures that every design element serves a singular purpose: delivering an authentic, high-performance listening reality that honors the artist’s original intent.

Engineered with Flagship DNA

True excellence is inherited. The Premier v2 features an elite suite of “trickle-down” technologies—innovations forged for our higher-tier ranges and now optimized for this series. By integrating these proven, high-end components, we have created a series that offers staggering performance and a taste of our ultimate engineering pedigree.

AL-MAC™

High-Frequency Drivers

A sophisticated blend of aluminum, magnesium, and ceramic that is lightweight, rigid, and resistant to resonance for detailed, lifelike high frequencies.

AL-MAG™

Midrange Drivers

Crafted from aluminum and magnesium to provide the agility and precision required for natural vocals and instruments.

Carbon-X™

Unibody Bass Drivers

Single-piece unibody cones designed for maximum strength and minimal mass, delivering deep and controlled bass even at high volumes.

Patented ART™ Active Ridge Technology (Gen3) with VMS™

Paradigm’s patented† Active Ridge Technology (ART™) surrounds, overmolded directly onto each cone, achieve greater excursion for a 3dB gain in distortion-free output (50% greater) compared to drivers with standard surrounds. With our exclusive “Vertical Mounting System”, Premier Series v2 provides a more usable cone area in its 5.5”, 6”, and 7” platforms.

AL-MAC™ / AL-MAG™ Coaxial with Patented Dual-Sync™ Continuous Flux Motor

Big sound, low profile. Modern homes demand furniture that works harder, so we designed our speakers to fit where others can’t. By using a coaxial tweeter/midrange driver, we maximized power while keeping the cabinet height slim and sophisticated.

Acoustic Symmetry in Any Seat

Unlike traditional stacked drivers, a point-source alignment ensures all frequencies originate from the same spot. This eliminates timing delays, creating a cohesive soundstage with razor-sharp imaging and precise instrument placement.

Exceptional Clarity & Phase Coherence

Nesting the tweeter within the midrange cone ensures the drivers work in perfect synchronization. This prevents phase interference at crossover points, resulting in a cleaner, more transparent sound that preserves every delicate detail.

Superior Off-Axis Response

The midrange cone doubles as a waveguide for the tweeter, controlling dispersion for a consistent frequency response. This creates a much wider ‘sweet spot,’ ensuring everyone in the room experiences full tonal balance, even when sitting off-center.

A Foundation for Precision

Stability You Can Hear. To deliver a true high-performance experience, the Premier v2 floorstanding models utilize adjustable Outrigger Shock-Mount Isolation Feet. This flagship-inspired system decouples the speaker from the floor, effectively controlling vibrations and resonance that can muddy your audio. By isolating the cabinet, you experience a cleaner, more detailed soundstage and tighter bass across any surface.

Every Premier v2 floorstander includes both precision machined spikes for carpets and protective rubber caps for hard surfaces, ensuring your floors remain as pristine as your audio.

Sound that feels real, from anywhere in the room.

Our patented PPA™ Lens technology isn’t just a design statement—it’s precision engineering. By ensuring every frequency reaches your ears at the exact same moment, it creates a lifelike soundstage with incredible detail. Whether you’re front-and-center or across a large room, the audio stays crisp, consistent, and stunningly clear.

DESIGN 2-driver, 2-way ported bookshelf with AL-MAC, AL-MAG, OSW™, and PPA™
CROSSOVER 2nd Order Electro-acoustic at 1.2kHz (tweeter/midwoofer)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE ON-AXIS ±3dB from 62Hz – 23kHz
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 30° OFF-AXIS ±3dB from 62Hz – 20kHz
HIGH FREQUENCY DRIVER 1” (25mm) AL-MAC™ Ceramic Dome with Oblate Spheroid Waveguide (OSW™) and Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) Tweeter Lens, ferro-fluid damped / cooled
MID/BASS FREQUENCY DRIVER 5.5” (140mm) Ultra-High-Excursion AL-MAG™ Cone with Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) Lens, Gen3 Active Ridge Technology (ART™) with Vertical Mounting System, and a 1” hightemp multi-layered voice coil with ventilated Apical™ former
SENSITIVITY ROOM / ANECHOIC 90dB / 87dB
LOW FREQUENCY EXTENSION 39 Hz (DIN)
SUITABLE AMPLIFIER POWER RANGE 15 – 130 Watts
MAXIMUM INPUT POWER 70 Watts
IMPEDANCE Compatible with 8 ohms
DIMENSIONS HXWXD (INCLUDES GRILLE). 12” x 7” x 12.1” (30.5 cm x 17.8 cm x 30.7 cm)
WEIGHT 16.3 lbs (7.4 kg) each