Reviews for Paradigm Millenia CT Speaker System

Hi,
I normally don't send out reviews or opinions on anything, but I was so surprised by how easy this
Millenia CT rig went together, I wanted to let you know about it.

I have had a bunch of stereo systems, going back to the 70's. every time, it would take several days to get it all hooked up...before I could actually enjoy a minute of enjoyment for what I just paid all that money for. Not this time! It took minutes to hook up what little I needed to, and I have already been digging on it for hours. Sounds WAAAY better than one I replaced, and it is so good I am thinking of getting a "smarter phone" so I can make it all wire-less!

Two words:
FANTASTIC!

For the price easily one of the best purchases I`ve ever made. Sound is crisp, bass is solid, and not too mention how loud they`ll go for the size of the speakers. 3.5mm jack makes life easy, and the optional bluetooth piece is a dream come true. I love the fact that i can spend $700, plug 2 cables into my tv, and have a full booming system I can hear throughout the house... Clearly if you gave this anything but a 5 your problem most definitely isn`t with the speakers themselves.

These speakers are a value!! Best sounding speakers out there not considering price...Ive had paradigms in my home for years and they are sonically the best bang for your buck you can find!

The best 2.1 speakers I've ever owned. I previously owned the BoseC3s and 5s and they don't hold a candle to these speakers.

I'm a musician of over 20 years and have supersensitive ears and I have to say that these speakers sound crisp and clear with no static or distortion. If you like to crank up the volume, these speakers can pack a bit of a punch. The subwoofer also provides deep, rich bass for all the low-end lovers out there. Here are some of the tunes and genres I tested them out too:

Will.i.am - Scream and Shout
Intro cuts like glass with these speakers and you can even hear the crisp, doctored highs in Britney's voice

Little Dragon - Test
This tune put the subwoofer to the test and it sounds so good that you feel as if your body is an extension of the subwoofer

Alicia Keys - Empire State of Mind
Alicia's highs come out like a soft, gentle wind

Ella Fitzgerald/Louis Armstrong - Dream a Little Dream
Ella's voice has always been pitch perfect but listening to her voice through these speakers will send chills down your spine. The Millenia CTs glorify her voice. Satchmo's voice also makes great use of the CTs midrange.

The only thing I don't care for is the flimsy remote and that there are no contols on the control box. Aside from that, these speakers are great.

Paradigm has always been world famous for delivering best value for money! This product makes no exception! In my opinion for this price, Millenia CT Speaker System is by far the best one you can get! Exceptional build and quality! Perfect match for my Apple TV! Extremely high quality Hi-Fi sound! I just love it!!!

They are so easy to set up and sound great. The look and feel of the sub and the speakers are substantial and not cheap. I do agree with some of the reviews I have read that the remote is a little weak and I think that Paradigm should provide codes for remote learning. I have it set up in a sunroom with a 46 inch Samsung LED and Apple TVand absolutely love the sound that accompanies the great picture on that set (Movies and Music via itunes match). I was contemplating a soundbar (and listened to several) and then went with the CT. No regrets at all and would highly recommend this product.

Out of box failure.
Very poor documentation
Need to operate with their standalone remote for sound (and very flimsy remote control)

Would go with a sound bar

Beautiful design married with amazing sound. You can't ask for any more for the price of these speakers with subwoofer. I put the sub on the floor under my desk and the speakers beside a 27 inch Cinema Display. I checked out some other really popular speakers that cost $499 (in the Apple Store) that looked beautiful but are really mediocre. For the extra $200 the Paradigm's are so worth the extra cost. They're on a completely different level. Worth every penny. Get them.

If you are going to use this strictly with your Apple TV then the connectivity couldn't be easier. However, I wanted nice speakers for the bedroom. Didn't want a big setup with a amplifier etc.
When connecting to a Apple TV this item is great, HDMI from Apple TV to the LCD TV and Optical audio to the Millenia and basically ready to go.
When I switch to cable or blue ray or xbox I can't get the audio to follow. The optical cable is optical in - my LCD TV does not have optical out. So, I had to go buy another switcher device to ger all my connections to work.
I wouldn't think my statements would be fair - but do the price of this item - they could have made it better. The sound is great but should for this price. My KEF speakers in the living room are much nicer - but they do say there is a break in period.

Also note, the optical connection sounds much better so you may want to consider that. The bass is good but not the same as an amplifier system with a 8 inch sub.