Paradigm CI Elite E5-LCR v2
Best premium audio for discerning home theater enthusiasts.
This is a serious in-wall solution for those who demand theater-grade sound without the visual clutter. By including a dedicated back box, it guarantees consistent, high-fidelity performance regardless of your wall cavity. It’s a sophisticated, set-it-and-forget-it upgrade that prioritizes acoustic precision over flashy aesthetics.
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Who it's for
- Home theater enthusiasts demanding uncompromised audio fidelity from hidden speakers
- Homeowners prioritizing minimalist aesthetics without sacrificing premium sound quality
- Custom integrators and users building a high-performance, adaptable home cinema system
Who should skip it
- Listeners who prefer the predictable sound of freestanding speakers in various environments
- DIY enthusiasts or those seeking a simple, plug-and-play audio solution
- Budget-conscious buyers or those looking for entry-level home audio components
Performance breakdown
Acoustic Transparency
Screen compensation switch ensures audio remains clear behind projection surfaces.
Driver Precision
X-PAL aluminum cones deliver exceptionally crisp, uncolored sound reproduction.
Installation Versatility
Shallow enclosure design fits easily into standard wall cavities.
Build Integrity
Die-cast aluminum chassis provides rigid, vibration-free performance for home theaters.
High-Frequency Clarity
PPA lens technology smooths highs for a refined, non-fatiguing listening experience.
Bass Excursion
Active Ridge Technology allows for impressive driver movement and low-end impact.
Key Specs
Design
4 driver, dual passive radiators, 3 way, shallow enclosure in-wall design
Crossover
3rd order electro-acoustic at 3 kHz, 2nd order electro-acoustic @ 450 Hz
Frequency Response On-Axis
±3 dB from 82 Hz - 22 kHz
Frequency Response 30° Off-Axis
±3 dB from 82 Hz - 19 kHz
High Frequency Driver
1” (2.5cm) X-PAL™ dome, ferro-fluid damped / cooled, Reduced Edge Diffraction (RED™) Technology, Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) Tweeter Lens
Midrange Frequency Driver
6.5” (16.5cm) coaxial X-PAL™ driver, die-cast aluminum chassis, 1.5” (3.8cm) high-temp voice coil
Low Frequency Driver
Two 6.5” (16.5cm) high-excursion X-PAL™ drivers, overmolded Active Ridge Technology (ART™) surround, die-cast aluminum chassis, 1.5” (3.8cm) high-temp voice coil
Passive Radiators
Two 6.5” (16.5cm) high-excursion X-PAL™ drivers, overmolded Active Ridge Technology (ART™) surrounds
Low Frequency Extension
56 Hz
Sensitivity Room / Anechoic
94 dB / 91 dB
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