Studio 80 v2

About the Studio 80 v2

The Paradigm Studio 80 v2 is a 3-driver, 2.5-way floorstanding speaker designed and manufactured in Canada, featuring advanced driver technology for exceptional clarity and dynamic range. It includes a 25mm pure-aluminum dome tweeter with ferro-flow cooling, an 8.5-inch mica-polymer mid/bass driver, and an 8.5-inch filled polypropylene low-frequency driver. The speakers offer a frequency response from 27Hz to 22kHz, a sensitivity of 92 dB in room conditions, and are suitable for amplifier power ranging from 15 to 250 watts. The design incorporates advanced cooling and vibration control technologies such as AVS diecast heatsink chassis and a satin-anodized aluminum phase plug for improved airflow and power handling. The Studio 80 v2 is praised for its neutral and dynamic sound, transparency, and ability to produce tight, deep bass and clear, silky highs. It weighs 41 kg each and measures 103 cm high, 26 cm wide, and 41 cm deep. The speakers are front-ported, allowing flexible placement options, and feature dual pairs of banana plug-friendly 5-way binding posts. Available finishes include Black Woodgrain Laminate, Cherry, Rosenut, Black Ash, and Piano Black. The Studio 80 v2 is no longer in production but remains highly regarded in the used market for its performance and build quality.