Essentials 10 vs SUB 10
The SUB 10's low-frequency extension is 20 Hz against the Essentials 10's 23 Hz. Both share high-frequency extension (200 Hz), woofer (10"), and drivers (1).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$550
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About the Essentials 10
The Paradigm Essentials Sub 10 is a compact, sealed powered subwoofer designed for music, movies, and gaming. It uses a 10-inch high-excursion carbon-loaded polypropylene driver in a reinforced MDF cabinet and a Class-D amplifier with 400W peak output (200W continuous). Paradigm also includes a 56-bit high-resolution DSP engine, auto on/off, improved soft-clipping circuitry, and flexible integration through RCA line-level inputs and a variable low-pass filter. The subwoofer supports optional wireless connection via Paradigm’s Subwoofer Wireless Kit and is finished in brushed black vinyl.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Frequency Response
- 23 Hz - 200 Hz
- Power Handling
- 400W
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 200W @ 8Ω
- Amplifier Class
- D
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Driver Size
- 10"
- Driver Count
- 1
- Enclosure Type
- sealed
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 322.4 × 330 × 344 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 10.79 kg (24 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 200W
Frequency: 23-200 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions