I second Pbb's motion enthusiastically. Paradigm is a brand that some audiophiles love to hate because (1) they sell a lot of speakers and (2) they are a Big Corporation.
The reference series offers incredible value for money. The TOL Studio 100 has gone head to head many times with speakers selling for 2-5 times as much and has held its own admirably. I use them for HT but, you know, if I had to sell my 2-channel speakers life as I know it would not end.
Just a couple of things to keep in mind. First, they love power. Second, they aren't the best choice of quiet background music. They like to sing!
The reference series offers incredible value for money. The TOL Studio 100 has gone head to head many times with speakers selling for 2-5 times as much and has held its own admirably. I use them for HT but, you know, if I had to sell my 2-channel speakers life as I know it would not end.
Just a couple of things to keep in mind. First, they love power. Second, they aren't the best choice of quiet background music. They like to sing!