Studio 10 v5 vs Bowers & Wilkins CM5
The CM5's sensitivity is 88 dB against the Studio 10 v5's 89 dB. Both share impedance (8Ω), high-frequency extension (22 kHz), and ways (2).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$800
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About the Studio 10 v5
The Paradigm Studio 10 v5 bookshelf loudspeaker offers high-quality sound with a 1-inch G-PAL dome tweeter and a 5.5-inch S-PAL mid/bass driver, both featuring ferro-fluid cooling and die-cast heatsink chassis with IMS/SHOCK-MOUNT isolation mounting system to reduce vibrations. It has an elliptical port for enhanced bass response, providing a frequency response of ±2dB from 62 Hz to 22 kHz on-axis. The speaker is designed for 15 to 150 watts amplifier power and has a sensitivity of 89 dB in room conditions. The cabinet is curved for structural rigidity and comes in Cherry, Rosenut, and Black finishes. It is discontinued but remains a highly regarded bookshelf speaker for its clarity, soundstage, and balanced tonal performance.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 89 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 8Ω
- Frequency Response
- 37 Hz - 22 kHz
- Power Handling
- 90W
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 15W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 150W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 5.5"
- Driver Count
- 2
- Enclosure Type
- sealed
- Crossover Frequency
- 2.0 kHz
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 200 × 305 × 302 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 8 kg (18 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Cherry, Rosenut, Black
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 89 dB
Impedance: 8Ω
Frequency: 37-22000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions