Paradigm Studio CC v2 Center Channel Speaker – Premium Solid Apple Wood Upgrade, Very Good Cosmetic Condition, Tested and Working Perfectly. Made in Canada, and custom-upgraded right here in Ottawa.Elevate your home theater with the Paradigm Studio CC v2—a legendary center channel speaker that anchors your soundstage with exceptional clarity and precision dialogue reproduction. This particular unit has been enhanced with premium solid apple wood side panels replacing the original cloth-covered design, transforming it into a truly stunning aesthetic statement. Very good cosmetic condition, fully tested and working perfectly.The Studio CC v2 is a masterclass in center channel design, developed during Paradigm’s golden era of speaker engineering in the late 1990s. Its 3-driver, 2-way configuration employs two 6.75-inch MLP mica-polymer woofers flanking a 1-inch PAL pure-aluminum dome tweeter, delivering the exceptional tonal balance and seamless driver integration that defines Paradigm’s exacting acoustic philosophy. The middle-tweeter-middle layout ensures accurate, centered imaging regardless of listening position—essential for movie dialogue and vocal clarity.The precision passive crossover maintains phase coherence across the frequency range, ensuring that every word of dialogue, musical note, and sound effect integrates smoothly across the soundstage. The result is crystal-clear dialogue localization, excellent off-axis response, and natural vocal reproduction—making this speaker a reference standard for center channel performance.The Custom Apple Wood Enhancement:What truly sets this unit apart is the bespoke solid apple wood side panel upgrade, meticulously crafted to replace the original cloth-covered panels. This transformation elevates the speaker’s appearance from utilitarian home theater component to furniture-grade showcase piece. The warm, rich grain of solid apple wood complements any décor—whether you’re integrating it into a luxury home theater or displaying it in a refined living room system. The wood panels maintain acoustic integrity while dramatically improving visual presentation.Connectivity & Installation:Gold-plated binding posts (banana-plug compatible)Dual ported design for controlled, low-distortion bass extensionCompatible with both traditional theater setups and modern systemsKey Features:Dual 6.75″ MLP mica-polymer woofers with sophisticated damping1″ PAL pure-aluminum tweeter for smooth, articulate highsParadigm’s precision passive crossover maintaining phase coherenceMLP woofer technology for controlled, distortion-free midrangeExceptional dialogue clarity and off-axis responsePremium solid apple wood side panels (custom upgrade)Very good cosmetic condition throughoutFully tested and working perfectlyGold-plated five-way binding posts (banana-plug compatible)Rear port design for extended bass performanceSpecifications:Configuration: 3-driver, 2-way center channel (MTM array)Woofers: Two 6.75″ MLP mica-polymer driversTweeter: 1″ PAL pure-aluminum domeFrequency Response: 70Hz–22kHz (±2dB)Sensitivity: 89dB (2.83V/1m)Impedance: 8 ohms compatibleCrossover: 2.5kHz passive, first-orderBinding Posts: Gold-plated, banana-plug compatibleDimensions: 22″ W × 8″ H × 11.625″ D (56 × 20 × 29.5 cm)Weight: 32 lbs (14.5 kg)Paradigm’s Studio Series Legacy:The Studio CC v2 remains a benchmark for center channel excellence—praised for delivering the tonal accuracy, dialogue intelligibility, and dynamic range that made it the reference center channel for thousands of dedicated home theater enthusiasts throughout the late 1990s and 2000s. Combined with solid apple wood accents, this becomes a statement piece worthy of any distinguished listening room, asking $445; buy with confidence and benefit from Radique’s “Bumper to Bumper” warranty and Perpetual trade back policy. Post Views: 159
