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KLH Concord vs Paradigm 700F Comparison

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Passive Floor-standing | 45-25k Hz

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KLH Concord vs Paradigm 700F Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Concord and 700F, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from KLH and Paradigm.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of KLH Concord and Paradigm 700F first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

KLH Concord Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Tweeter
  • 2 x 6.5" Kevlar Woofer
  • 28-23k Hz Frequency Response
  • 94 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:up to 225watts
  • Weight:20.45kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 1026.0" x 8-5/16" x 14-15/16"( 1026.0 x 212.0 x 380.0mm )

Paradigm 700F Key Specs

  • 3-way Design
  • 1" Tweeter
  • 5.5" Midrange
  • 2 x 5.5" Carbon-Infused Polypropylene Woofer
  • 5.5" Midrange
  • 45-25k Hz Frequency Response
  • 91 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:15-180watts
  • Weight:21.91kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 1018.0" x 8-7/16" x 12-7/8"( 1018.0 x 215.0 x 328.0mm )

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the KLH Concord and Paradigm 700F compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.


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Drivers

One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that Concord is a 2-way design whereas the 700F is a 3-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.

Driver KLH Concord Paradigm 700F
Driver Setup 2-way 3-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1-inch
Midrange - 1 x 5.5-inch
Woofer 2 x 6.5-inch 2 x 5.5-inch

Concord features a 1" anodized aluminum Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Kevlar Woofer . On the other hand, the 700F features a 1" Tweeter , a 5.5" Midrange and 2 x 5.5" Carbon-Infused Polypropylene Woofer .

Frequency Response

Concord has a frequency range of 28-23k Hz whereas 700F has a frequency range of 45-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 28Hz, the Concord can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the 700F's min frequency of 45Hz.

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 Floor-standing class in our database.

Low Frequency

Floor-standing Speakers

Concord
700F
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Floor-standing Speakers

KLH Concord
Paradigm 700F
Min
Average
Max

None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Impedance and Sensitivity

Concord and 700F have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Concord sensitivity is rated at 94 dB and the 700F's is at 91 dB. This 3 dB difference makes the KLH Concord a more sensitive speaker compared to Paradigm 700F, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Floor-standing Speakers

Concord
700F
Min
Average
Max

Power Range

Power range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.

Concord can handle a max power of 180 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Concord has a max power handling value of watts RMS , 180 watts less than the 700F.

Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.

Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

700F features Posts posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Concord has a 5-Way post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

KLH Concord Terminals
KLH Concord's 5-Way post terminals

Paradigm 700FPosts Terminals
Paradigm 700F's Posts terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring

Physical Specs

Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare KLH Concord's and Paradigm 700F's external dimensions. KLH Concord has external dimensions of 1026.0 x 212.0 x 380.0mm ( 40-3/8 x 8-5/16 x 14-15/16inch) whereas Paradigm 700F has external dimensions of 1018.0 x 215.0 x 328.0mm ( 40-1/16 x 8-7/16 x 12-7/8inch) .

Paradigm 700F is 8mm shorter and 52mm less deeper than KLH Concord but it is also 3mm wider.

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 KLH Concord is approximately 805.6cm2 / 124.9inch2 and base area of the Paradigm 700F is approximately 705.2cm2 / 109.3inch2. The Concord requires 14% more surface area than the 700F which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.

Weight Comparison

The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The KLH Concord weighs 20.45kg / 45lbs and the Paradigm 700F weighs 21.91kg / 48.2lbs. This makes the 700F 7% heavier than the Concord.

Here is a comparison of how Concord and 700F's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
KLH Concord
Paradigm 700F
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of KLH Concord?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Concord:
  • Floorstanding loudspeaker
  • Grille
  • 4 Spike feet (w/ locking nut attached)
  • 4 Protective discs
  • 4 Rubber feet
  • Port plug
  • Manual
  • ATTENTION! note
  • What's in the Box of Paradigm 700F?

    Here are the items that come with the 700F:
  • Floorstanding loudspeaker Grille 4 Rubber feet 4 Spike feet 4 Hex-nuts 2 Binding-post jumpers (pre-installed) Owner's Manual Online Registration Card Unboxing Instructions

  • Reasons to choose KLH Concord over Paradigm Premier 700F
    Sensitivity 94 dB vs 91 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    Woofer Size 6.5 inches vs 5.5 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 28 Hz vs 45 Hz Generates deeper bass
    Price per pair* 1000USD vs 1700USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

    Reasons to choose Paradigm Premier 700F over KLH Concord

    Driver Setup 3-way vs 2-way Have a dedicated mid-range driver
    High Frequency Response 25k Hz vs 23k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring Yes vs No Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections
    Height 1018mm vs 1026mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Base Surface Area 705cm2 vs 805cm2 Takes less floor space
    KLH Concord vs Paradigm 700F Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General KLH Concord Paradigm Premier 700F
    Brand KLH Paradigm
    Speaker Type Floor-standing speaker Floor-standing speaker
    Power Range up to 225 watts 15-180 watts
    Sensitivity 94 dB 91 dB
    Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
    Frequency Response 28-23k Hz 45-25k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 2 2
    Woofer Size 6.5" 5.5"
    Woofer Composition Kevlar Carbon-Infused Polypropylene
    Woofer Surround Material Butyl Rubber Rubber
    Tweeter Size 1" 1"
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No 5.5"
    Firing Direction n/a rear
    Physical Specs
    Height 1026.0mm (40.4") 1018.0mm (40.1")
    Width 212.0mm (8.3") 215.0mm (8.5")
    Depth 380.0mm (15") 328.0mm (12.9")
    Weight 20.45kg (45lbs) 21.91kg (48.2lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
    Finish MDF/Wood-grain vinyl MDF/Lacquer
    Available Colors Black Gloss Black
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs No Yes
    Other
    Parts Warranty 10 Years 5 Years
    Labor Warranty 10 Years 5 Years

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