{"product_id":"paradigm-defiance-s12-subwoofer-gloss-black","title":"Paradigm Defiance S12 Subwoofer, Gloss Black (each)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Paradigm Defiance S12 is an active, sealed subwoofer with a 30 cm aluminum driver, 800 watts of Class D power, and Anthem Room Correction – the larger, more forceful step-up in the Defiance S series. Like the S10, it comes with a wireless receiver plus transmitter and app control, but it has noticeably more reserves for large rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Defiance S12?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore cone area, more excursion, more power – and still a sealed enclosure that keeps bass tight instead of letting it fray. The 30 cm pure-aluminum S-PAL driver moves considerably more air than the 10-incher without losing its discipline. The 800 watts (1200 watts peak) aren't there to show off, but as control reserve: a subwoofer that never has to hit its limit sounds cleaner than one that's constantly straining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepth you feel in your gut. The S12 reaches down to 16 Hz – frequencies you no longer hear so much as feel: the foundation under an organ, the pressure of a movie explosion, the body of an electronic bassline. In larger living rooms it fills the space effortlessly, right where a smaller sub is already pushed to its limit. ARC ensures that \"a lot of bass\" also becomes \"correct bass\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho's the Defiance S12 for? (and who isn't it for — straight talk)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor medium to large rooms, ambitious home cinema, and stereo setups that really want to go down into the basement. If you have large floorstanders and notice that something is still missing right at the bottom, this is for you. Straight talk: in a small bedroom setup, the S12 is simply oversized – the S10 is enough there, and your neighbors will thank you. Bigger isn't always better, just deeper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Defiance S12 is the right call when the S10 would be one size too small: deeper, louder, more assured – and still precise thanks to its sealed enclosure. A subwoofer for the big living room that takes music and film equally seriously. At HD Zürisee, we'll tell you honestly whether your room needs the twelve-incher or whether the S10 already does the job – which can save you money if in doubt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Active subwoofer, sealed enclosure, Ultra Class D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver: 305 mm (12\") high-excursion, S-PAL pure-aluminum cone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmplifier power: 800 W continuous \/ 1200 W peak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-frequency extension: 16 Hz (DIN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal processing: 64-bit high-resolution DSP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoom correction: Anthem Room Correction (ARC), measurement microphone sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless: receiver built in, transmitter included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnections: RCA, XLR LFE, stereo RCA, speaker-level, sub-out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: Paradigm Subwoofer Control App (iOS\/Android)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W×H×D): 40.2 × 41.6 × 43.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: approx. 24.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gloss Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox contents: subwoofer, wireless transmitter, power cable, feet\/spikes, manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDefiance S10 or S12 – which one suits me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA rule of thumb based on room size: up to about 25 m² the S10 is enough, beyond that the S12 shows its strengths. The S12 goes deeper at 16 Hz and has more level reserves for large rooms and ambitious home cinema. In small rooms it's rather oversized – then the S10 is the smarter choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow deep does the Defiance S12 play?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDown to 16 Hz (DIN). That's deeper than most people consciously hear – you mostly feel these lowest octaves physically. For organ music, synthesizer basslines, and cinema low-frequency effects, this is exactly the range that makes the difference between \"you hear it\" and \"you experience it\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the wireless transmitter included with the S12?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Like the S10, the S12 has the wireless receiver built in and comes with the matching transmitter. So you can place it freely in the room without running a signal cable to your system. If you prefer a wired connection, just use the RCA or XLR inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a home cinema for the S12, or does pure stereo work too?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBoth work. In stereo use, the S12 gives large floorstanders a foundation and adds body and depth to music. In home cinema it handles the LFE channel and delivers the pressure under film effects. Through the app you can set up separate profiles for music and film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy the Paradigm Defiance S12 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBecause with such a powerful subwoofer, correct setup decides everything. We help you dial in placement, crossover, and level to your room properly instead of just cranking up the volume. As an experienced team in Wädenswil, we also handle calibration and installation on site if you wish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo the deep bass has a home too: find the right \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e, the right \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecabling\u003c\/a\u003e, and the other models in the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/paradigm\"\u003eParadigm series\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paradigm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53153287569744,"sku":null,"price":1810.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/paradigm-defiance-s12-subwoofer-schraegansicht.png?v=1786610210","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en-ch\/products\/paradigm-defiance-s12-subwoofer-gloss-black","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}