The Paradigm Premier 500C is a 3-way center channel speaker designed to deliver clear, detailed, and dynamic dialogue in high-performance home theater systems. Its four-driver configuration combines a 1-inch X-PAL™ tweeter, a dedicated 4-inch X-PAL™ midrange driver, and two 5.5-inch ART™ bass drivers.
The 1-inch X-PAL™ dome tweeter uses ferrofluid damping and Paradigm's Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) Lens, helping provide smooth and detailed high-frequency reproduction. The dedicated 4-inch black anodized X-PAL™ midrange driver focuses on the critical frequencies responsible for clear and natural dialogue.
The two 5.5-inch ART™ Surround drivers use carbon-infused polypropylene cones to provide controlled low-frequency performance and dynamic impact. The acoustic-suspension enclosure contributes to a controlled and articulate presentation while allowing the speaker to be positioned conveniently within a home theater system.
With 92 dB room sensitivity, 8-ohm compatibility, and recommended amplification of 15–120 watts, the Premier 500C can integrate easily with a wide range of AV receivers and amplifiers. Its compact horizontal design and three premium finishes make it a versatile center channel for the Paradigm Premier Series.
- Component type: 3-way center channel speaker
- Enclosure: Acoustic suspension
- High-frequency driver: 1" X-PAL™ dome with ferrofluid damping/cooling and PPA™ Lens
- Midrange driver: 4" black anodized X-PAL™ cone with PPA™ Lens
- Low-frequency drivers: 2 × 5.5" ART™ Surround carbon-infused polypropylene cones
- Crossover: 600 Hz / 2.5 kHz
Frequency response: 73 Hz – 25 kHz ±3 dB on-axis
- Low-frequency extension: 47 Hz (DIN)
- Sensitivity: 92 dB room / 89 dB anechoic
- Recommended amplifier power: 15–120 W
- Maximum input power: 80 W
- Impedance: Compatible with 8 ohms
- Dimensions (H × W × D): 18 × 51.5 × 32 cm
- Weight: 11.8 kg
- Finishes: Gloss Black, Gloss White, Espresso Grain MK 2