Paradigm XR11 XR Series 11" Subwoofer - Piano Black

Paradigm XR11 XR Series 11" Subwoofer - Piano Black

The Paradigm XR11 is a compact sealed subwoofer designed to deliver exceptionally high output while keeping distortion under control. Developed over more than three years and thousands of engineering hours, the XR11 combines a powerful 11" driver, advanced suspension technology, up to 2.2kW of Class-D amplification, and a carefully engineered cabinet in a piano black finish.

Designed for High Performance

The XR11 was developed around a simple idea: maximize performance without allowing the subwoofer to become oversized or visually out of place. Paradigm's engineers pushed the limits of a compact sealed enclosure while maintaining the company's focus on aesthetics.

The result is a subwoofer built around one of Paradigm's most powerful speaker drivers. Its high output capability is paired with a low-distortion design, giving the XR11 an approach that focuses on both maximum output and controlled performance.

Vertical Mounting System

The XR11 uses a Vertical Mounting System to fit more woofer into the available enclosure space. This approach helps maximize the performance-to-size ratio while keeping the overall footprint of the subwoofer in check.

Ultra Long Throw Trilinear Suspension

The Ultra Long Throw Trilinear Suspension uses a dual-spider centering system to support the voice coil on both sides. This helps maintain clean, linear motion as the woofer reaches its excursion limits, allowing the XR11 to produce substantial output while keeping the driver's movement controlled.

Split Coil Construction

Split Coil Construction uses oppositely wound turns on each coil to effectively eliminate motor non-linearity. High-temperature wire and adhesives rated to 450°F (232°C) support high power handling, while Apical™ formers contribute to the stiffness of the assembly.

Active Ridge Technology

Paradigm's patented Active Ridge Technology (ART™) uses an overmolded driver surround designed to allow greater throw without distortion or destruction. According to Paradigm, this provides a 3dB gain in output and a 50% reduction in audible distortion compared with drivers restricted by standard surrounds.

Carbon-X Unibody Bass Driver

The XR11 features a Carbon-X Unibody Bass Driver with carbon fiber reinforcement and a single-piece cone construction. The design provides added strength at higher volumes while maintaining low mass, helping preserve the details and notes produced by the subwoofer.

Powerful Class-D Amplification

With up to 2.2kW of Class-D amplification, the XR11 has substantial power reserves to complement its Ultra Long Throw Trilinear Suspension-enabled woofer. The combination is designed to deliver effortless output during demanding musical passages and movie soundtracks.

Faceted Cabinet Design

The XR11's cabinet is more than a visual detail. Its faceted geometric profile is designed to distribute the load generated by the powerful woofer while providing greater strength and rigidity than a traditional rectangular enclosure.

Cascade-Fusion™ bracing adds further rigidity while helping break up internal standing waves. The enclosure is engineered so its structural elements work together to create a robust cabinet with reduced performance-robbing vibrations.

Advanced Shock-Mount Outriggers

Advanced Shock-Mount™ outriggers use multi-layered durometer rubber-metal matrices to provide isolation. These exclusive Paradigm outriggers are designed to help manage the interaction between the subwoofer and the surface beneath it.

Anthem Room Correction

The Paradigm XR11 includes Anthem Room Correction (ARC®) with ARC Genesis Software and a premium microphone. This gives the subwoofer room correction capabilities as part of its overall performance and tuning system.

Smartphone Control

The XR11 can be controlled from a smartphone using Paradigm's mobile Control App. From your seat, you can access settings and sound adjustments including volume, phase, low-pass filter, DSP mode, and more. A remote control app puts these adjustments within easy reach without having to interact directly with the subwoofer.

A Blend of Form and Function

The Paradigm XR11 brings together its driver, suspension, amplification, bracing, and cabinet design as one integrated system. The sealed enclosure, 11" (279 mm) ultra-high excursion driver, Trilinear Suspension System, Active Ridge Technology, Cascade-Fusion™ Bracing, Advanced Shock-Mount™, built-in Class-D amplifier, smartphone control, and ARC® are all designed to work together.

Finished in piano black, the XR11 also fits naturally into a high-performance audio system and complements Paradigm's Founder series of loudspeakers. It is made in Canada and reflects Paradigm's "Art Embracing Science" philosophy.

The Paradigm XR11 combines compact sealed-enclosure design with a powerful 11" driver, advanced excursion technology, up to 2.2kW of Class-D amplification, and extensive cabinet engineering. With both output and distortion considered in its design, the XR11 is built to deliver powerful, controlled bass while maintaining a refined physical presence.

FAQs

1. What is the Paradigm XR11? The Paradigm XR11 is an 11" compact sealed subwoofer with an ultra-high excursion driver, up to 2.2kW of Class-D amplification, ARC®, smartphone control, and advanced cabinet and suspension technologies.
2. How much amplification does the Paradigm XR11 have? The XR11 features up to 2.2kW of Class-D amplification to provide substantial power reserves for demanding music and movie soundtracks.
3. What driver does the Paradigm XR11 use? The XR11 uses an 11" (279 mm) ultra-high excursion Carbon-X Unibody Bass Driver with Trilinear Suspension and Active Ridge Technology.
4. Does the Paradigm XR11 include room correction? Yes. The XR11 includes Anthem Room Correction (ARC®), along with ARC Genesis Software and a premium microphone.
5. Can the Paradigm XR11 be controlled from a smartphone? Yes. The mobile Control App provides access to settings including volume, phase, low-pass filter, DSP mode, and other sound adjustments.