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Speakers to compare to Paradigm Studio 100 V.3

I am getting ready to build a stereo/surround system and I really like the sound of the Paradigm studio 100's. I would be getting the full set (5 speakers + 15" servo sub... the recommended system on the paradigm website). Are there some other brands i should consider at this same price point ($5500 - for the set of 5 and the sub)? The speakers will be used as 2 channel stereo the majority of the time, with surround being not as important. Power comes from a Denon 3803 for now until i can add an adcom or rotel 2 channel for the 100's.
jamesboutcher3c71
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timo
610 posts
 
You may want to check out the psb Stratus Goldi mains and its corresponding matching sub.
geoffgarcia
92 posts
 
are you planning on getting the same speakers for your fronts and backs?

If your planning on doing the majority of your listening in 2 channel mode than you really should budget appropriately.

I think you can do a hell uva lot better than paradigm 100's, personally I'd budget like this:
3.5k for your front speaker
1k for rear speakers
5-700 for center
5-800 for a sub
and make sure to buy used!!!

be prepared for everyone to post that you need to upgrade your amp/pre/source/cabling etc....
nti75
29 posts
 
Given your budget, I would sure look at a good pair of front speakers such as Vandersteen 3A Sigs. The Vandersteens are much better than the Paradigms (IMHO) and are easier to drive. Since you primarily listen to two channel, I would recommend a good sub that would mate to the Vandersteens (Vandersteen sub) for both two channel and home theater use, with the surrounds being the cheapest component. You should be able to get all of this for $5,500 used, and have a system that will last you a long time regardless of your future component upgrades.

Good luck
nti75
29 posts
 
Oops! Forgot the center. Once again go with Vandersteen, VCC Sig, for instance. You should still be under your budget.
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