In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by Paradigm. Paradigm Premier 200B is a Bookshelf speaker whereas the Premier 520LCR v2 is a Center Channel speaker.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Paradigm 200B and Paradigm Premier 520LCR v2 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Paradigm 200B Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter
- 6.5" Carbon-Infused Polypropylene Woofer
- 55-25k Hz Frequency Response
- 90 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:15-130watts
- Weight:8.18kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 342.0" x 7-13/16" x 12-7/8"( 342.0 x 199.0 x 328.0mm )
Paradigm Premier 520LCR v2 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter
- 2 x 6" Woofer
- 75-23k Hz Frequency Response
- 93 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Weight:kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): " x 23-7/16" x 12-1/8"
Premier 200B and Premier 520LCR v2 are members of Paradigm's Premier series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
Paradigm Premier Series
History
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Paradigm 200B and Paradigm Premier 520LCR v2 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
Both Premier 200B and Premier 520LCR v2 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Paradigm 200B |
Paradigm Premier 520LCR v2 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
2 x 6-inch
|
Premier 200B features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Carbon-Infused Polypropylene Woofer . On the other hand, the Premier 520LCR v2 features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 6" Woofer .
Frequency Response
Premier 200B has a frequency range of 55-25k Hz whereas Premier 520LCR v2 has a frequency range of 75-23k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 55Hz, the Premier 200B can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Premier 520LCR v2's min frequency of 75Hz.
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 Bookshelf class in our database.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Paradigm Premier 520LCR v2
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
Premier 200B and Premier 520LCR v2 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Premier 200B sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and the Premier 520LCR v2's is at 93 dB. This 3 dB difference makes the Paradigm Premier 520LCR v2 a more sensitive speaker compared to Paradigm 200B, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Premier 200B features Binding post type posts and Premier 520LCR v2 has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/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 Paradigm 200B's and Paradigm Premier 520LCR v2's external dimensions. Paradigm 200B has external dimensions of 342.0 x 199.0 x 328.0mm ( 13-7/16 x 7-13/16 x 12-7/8inch) whereas Paradigm Premier 520LCR v2 has external dimensions of ( ) .
Paradigm 200B is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 199mm wider, 342mm taller and 328mm deeper than Paradigm Premier 520LCR v2.
What's in the Box of Paradigm 200B?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Premier 200B:
Bookshelf loudspeaker
Grille
Owner's Manual
Online Registration Card