In this review, we will be comparing MilleniaSub and ForceField 40, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from Paradigm and GoldenEar. Being Powered subwoofers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Paradigm MilleniaSub and GoldenEar ForceField 40 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.
The sections below take each area in turn: driver and amplifier, frequency response, physical size and connectivity.
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Drivers
The efficiency of a subwoofer is directly proportional to the total radiating are squared hence the woofer quantity and diameter.Both Paradigm MilleniaSuband GoldenEar ForceField 40 have a single woofer setup however the Paradigm MilleniaSub's woofer is -inch whereas the GoldenEar ForceField 40 features a 10-inch woofer.
Frequency Response
MilleniaSub has a frequency range of 24-150 Hz whereas ForceField 40 has a frequency range of 14-250 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 14Hz, the ForceField 40 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the MilleniaSub's min frequency of 24Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Subwoofer class in our database.
Low Frequency
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High Frequency
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Cabinet Type
The Paradigm MilleniaSub has a Acoustic Suspension type cabinet. Acoustic Suspension aka Sealed type subwoofers have enclosures that are sealed hence no ports or holes exists on the cabinet. Sealed designs helps to provide more accurate and tight bass responses compared to ported designs. On the other hand the GoldenEar ForceField 40 have Passive Radiator type enclosure. Passive Radiator type subwoofers sports a non-powered cone that moves in response to the main woofer to move air out in order to generate stronger bass in a smaller body compared to ported or sealed designs.
Physical Specs
The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Paradigm MilleniaSub's and GoldenEar ForceField 40's external dimensions. Paradigm MilleniaSub has external dimensions of 386.0 x 180.0 x 467.0mm (15-3/16inch x 7-1/16inch x 18-3/8inch) whereas GoldenEar ForceField 40 has external dimensions of 378.0 x 339.0 x 485.0mm (14-7/8inch x 13-5/16inch x 19-1/16inch).
Paradigm MilleniaSub is 159mm narrower and 18mm less deeper than GoldenEar ForceField 40 but it is also 8mm taller.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the Paradigm MilleniaSub is approximately 840.6cm2 / 130.3inch2 and base area of the GoldenEar ForceField 40 is approximately 1644.2cm2 / 254.9inch2. The MilleniaSub requires 49% less surface area than the ForceField 40 which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a subwoofer may become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often to find the optimal positioning, also known as 'Subwoofer Crawling'. The Paradigm MilleniaSub weighs 10.91kg / 24lbs and the GoldenEar ForceField 40 weighs 18.41kg / 40.5lbs. This makes the ForceField 40 69% heavier than the MilleniaSub.
Here is a comparison of how MilleniaSub and ForceField 40's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
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What's in the Box of Paradigm MilleniaSub?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of MilleniaSub:
- Powered subwoofer
- 6-feet AC power cord
- Stand
- 4 Feet
- 4 Locking collars
- 4 Felt-pads
- 2 Screws
- 4 Rubber inserts
- Owners Manual
- Important Operating Info
What's in the Box of GoldenEar ForceField 40?
Here are the items that come with the ForceField 40:
- Powered subwoofer
- 10-feet AC power cord
- Quick Start Guide
- Owners Manual
 Base Surface Area |
840cm2
vs
1644cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Woofer Size |
10 inches
vs
inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
14 Hz
vs
24 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
250k Hz
vs
150k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Height |
378mm
vs
386mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Price per pair* |
1199USD
vs
1699USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Paradigm MilleniaSub |
GoldenEar ForceField 40 |
| Brand |
Paradigm |
GoldenEar |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
300 watts |
1000 watts |
| Frequency Response |
24-150 Hz |
14-250 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
300-watt RMS |
1000-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
" |
10" |
| Woofer Composition |
Reinforced Polymer |
Polypropylene |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
front and back |
front and bottom |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
386.0mm (15.2") |
378.0mm (14.9") |
| Width |
180.0mm (7.1") |
339.0mm (13.3") |
| Depth |
467.0mm (18.4") |
485.0mm (19.1") |
| Weight |
10.91kg (24lbs) |
18.41kg (40.5lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Acoustic Suspension |
Passive Radiator |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
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| Parts Warranty |
3 Years |
3 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
3 Years |
3 Years |