Are the Paradigm Founder Series really, really good speakers?

The small floor standers are 80s 3500 a pair and they are unbelievable for that price

Theonitors need to be on stands close to a rear wall to sound their best when setup well the monitors are very good

Dave and troy
AUDIO INTELLECT NJ
PARADIGM DEALERS

I listened to a pair of Sonus Faber , again can’t remember the model name but around the same price and size, and thought they were a bit small scaled and colored.  And I agree with Audiotroy, the Founder 80s seem like a steal

Thanks @mahler123.  Was trying to ensure you didn't listen to the big self powered ones ($4k ea) vs. the smaller ones. My guess is you heard SF Sonetto, similar $$.  

These are sneaking into my consciousness as an upgrade option, same notion as you.  I could spend more but learning I may not need to.  Also chasing the same rear port fix you mentioned.  Good luck, keep us posted.  

The dealer that played me the founder 120's also played a $2500 pair of Dali's that were impressive at the price.

I have not been impressed with any Paradigms I've heard.