In this review, we will be comparing specifications of Paradigm MilleniaOne 1.0 and EVO4.2, two Bookshelf speakers from Paradigm and Wharfedale.
Let's have a brief look at the main features of Paradigm MilleniaOne 1.0 and Wharfedale EVO4.2 before getting into our more detailed comparison.
Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Paradigm MilleniaOne 1.0 and Wharfedale EVO4.2 compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.
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Drivers
One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that Paradigm MilleniaOne 1.0 is a 2-way design whereas EVO4.2 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. Paradigm MilleniaOne 1.0 features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and x 4" S-PAL Aluminum Woofer . On the other hand, EVO4.2 features a 1.1875 x 2.375" AMT (Ribbon) Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Kevlar Woofer .
Frequency Response
Paradigm MilleniaOne 1.0 has a frequency range of 120-20k Hz whereas EVO4.2 has a frequency range of 54-22k Hz.
Low Frequency
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High Frequency
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Impedance and Sensitivity
Paradigm MilleniaOne 1.0 and EVO4.2 has the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Paradigm MilleniaOne 1.0 sensitivity is rated at 89 dB and EVO4.2's is at 88 dB. This 1 dB difference makes Paradigm MilleniaOne 1.0 a more sensitive speaker compared to Wharfedale EVO4.2, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
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Power Range
Paradigm MilleniaOne 1.0 has a power range of 15-100 watts RMS whereas EVO4.2 has a power range of 25-120 watts.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
EVO4.2 features Post posts which makes bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Paradigm MilleniaOne 1.0 has a Spring post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Paradigm MilleniaOne 1.0 has a back firing port whereas EVO4.2 has a bottom firing ports.
Physical Specs