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Paradox Signature Series Performance Muffler

3.00" I.D. inlet/outlet
Sale price  $129.00 USD Regular price $159.00 USD
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A Paradox Signature Series Performance Muffler, shown horizontally against a plain white background.

Paradox Signature Series Performance Muffler

Sale price  $129.00 USD Regular price $159.00 USD

(Price varies by inlet/outlet size)

Inlet/Outlet Size (inside diameter)

Get deep tone and industry leading flow with The Paradox Signature Series Muffler

The Tone You've Been Looking For

Paradox Performance Mufflers bring out the personality of your vehicle. Our patented Tuning Fork Technology delivers deep, complex tones that other brands can't match.

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Revolutionary Drone Eliminating Technology

What if your muffler was loud when you wanted it to be, and quieter when you didn't want it to be?

That’s exactly what our patented “Tuning Fork Technology” can do.

Our mufflers provide a bold, deep tone when idling and under acceleration. But at highway speeds, Paradox Performance Mufflers become quieter, which can reduce or even eliminate exhaust drone.

This is why Paradox Performance Mufflers are unlike any other muffler on the planet, and it's also why they provide unmatched sound and flow.

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Overbuilt in the USA

When you buy from us, you can count on excellent quality, value and support. We are a family business, and we value our customers.

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Mufflers Made in the USA

Family Owned and Operated

True Exhaust Professionals

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Muffler Specifications

Muffler Overall Length: 19 inches

Body Length: 14 inches

Body Diameter: 4 inches round

"Elite" / Stainless Steel Case

Note: Exhaust components are measured in "Inside Diameter" ("I.D."). This means, for example, that a 3.00" inlet/outlet muffler will slip-fit over 3.00" pipe. Y-Pipes are not included in length specifications.

 

Frequently asked questions

Product FAQ:

What models do you offer? What's the difference?

We currently offer two great mufflers:

The Paradox "Signature Series", which offers aggressive, high quality sound with revolutionary, patented drone-controlling technology.

Paradox Signature Series Performance Mufflers are great for...

  • Modern and classic trucks and cars.
  • Pro Street (less than 600 HP).
  • Most V8s, V6s, V10s, and 4 cylinder engines.
  • A somewhat less loud but just as throaty sounding alternative to Paradox Hot Tamales.

The Paradox "Hot Tamale", which has an even louder (but still refined) sound. The tone quality is similar to the Paradox Signature Series, but somewhat less smooth and somewhat more sharp. This makes it well suited to V8s, and is well suited to being paired with resonators.

Paradox Hot Tamales are great for...

  • Stock V8 trucks.
  • Modern V8 muscle cars.
  • Race and off road.
  • Mild vehicles that need a big sound boost.
  • Vehicles that aren't loud enough with other performance mufflers.
  • Naturally quiet vehicles (such as vehicles with many quiet catalytic converters, e.g. late 90s and 2000s F150s).
  • Any situation where you want the loudness a straight pipe, but want higher sound quality than a straight pipe.
A sound comparison chart for Paradox Performance Mufflers, including the  Paradox Hot Tamale Performance Muffler, and Paradox Signature Series Muffler.
What size do I need?

If you're in doubt about what size muffler you need for your vehicle, please feel free to contact our exhaust experts.

In general, we recommend 3.00" for almost all 1/2 ton trucks of any engine (eg. RAM 1500, Ford F150, Titan, etc).

Most V8 cars from the past couple decades use 2.50".

Most 6-cylinder cars are 2.25". Some high performance turbo 6 cylinder cars use 2.50".

4 cylinder cars are typically 2.25" but sometimes smaller.

Will Paradox Performance Mufflers Work On My Vehicle?

Our universal mufflers fit virtually any vehicle with 3.00" diameter pipe or smaller if installed by a professional muffler shop or fabricator.

We designed our mufflers to perform excellently on:

  • Most stock/unmodified vehicles of all engine types.
  • Most modified V8s up to 600 horsepower.

Without additional sound control, our current models may not be enough for:

  • Engines producing 600+ horsepower.
  • Supercharged vehicles.
  • Heavily tuned/modified 4 and 6 cylinders.

This does not mean they will not work; it simply means you may also need resonators or other means of controlling volume. Headers, aftermarket catalytic converters, tuning, and more can complicate the ability to predict sound.

For more details on if Paradox Performance Mufflers are right for you, check out our detailed guide on this subject: Click here to read more.

Still unsure? Contact us for personalized advice.

Why don't you offer more direct-fit kits?

We have chosen to focus our efforts on versatile, high quality universal mufflers rather than kits for specific vehicles. We are a small family business, and we have decided to prioritize excellent customer service and tech support. If you need help with installation on your vehicle, email us by clicking here, or call 417-929-1824.

Can your muffler necks be clamped/welded?

We recommend welding the inlets/outlets. Because of our ultra-thick and ultra heavy duty inlets/outlets, traditional U-bolt exhaust clamps will NOT work.

How to clamp if welding is not an option:

Our mufflers can be clamped with wide "band" (AKA "lap joint") exhaust clamps IF they are installed in a very specific way. The clamps must be at least 3 inches wide. Narrower clamps will not work. You must apply liberal amounts of muffler cement (available at parts stores) inside the inlet and outlet. In addition, you must either put a tack weld on top of the outside of the inlet and outlet before you put the clamp on, OR screw a small screw on top of the inlet and another on the outlet. Doing either of those things will give the clamps something to grip on to so they do not move and loosen.

Are Paradox Performance Mufflers Directional?

Yes. Each muffler has an inlet marking. There is also an etching on the case indicating the flow direction ("FLOW >>>")

How loud/quiet are Paradox Performance Mufflers?

Our Signature Series mufflers are moderately loud, and our Hot Tamale mufflers are extra loud. But keep in mind that mufflers are not the only thing that contributes to sound. Resonators, catalytic converters, headers, engine mods, and more contribute to overall volume and tone quality. Please see the chart below:

A sound comparison chart for Paradox Performance Mufflers, including the  Paradox Hot Tamale Performance Muffler, and Paradox Signature Series Muffler.
Where in the USA are Paradox Performance Mufflers manufactured?

Paradox Mufflers are proudly manufactured in Missouri and Ohio.

General FAQ:

How can I contact you?

You can email us by clicking here or call us at 417-929-1824. We are happy to help you every step of the way- from choosing a muffler to giving you personal installation advice.

How much is shipping? How Long Does it Take?

We offer many shipping options at checkout, ranging from Next Day shipping to FREE Economy Shipping in the continental United States (7-14 business days). We also have serval expedited options, including the affordable UPS Ground (typically 2-4 business days).

Click here to read our full shipping policy

Do you ship outside of the United States?

In addition to the US, we also ship to Canada and Australia. We are unable to ship to other countries at this time. Click here to read our full shipping policy

What is your return policy?

We are here for you before AND after your purchase! Click here to read our full Return Policy, Refund Policy, and Warranties.

What do your warranties cover?

Warranty only applies to products sold and used within the United States. Terms and conditions apply. Keep in mind that not all results are typical. Click here to learn more about if Paradox Performance Mufflers are right for you.

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Jeff B.
F-150

Sounds great. No drone at highway speeds 60-80mph. I fully recommend getting you guys getting one!

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David A.
2018 Toyota Tacoma

Top notch, great customer service, couldn't be happier!

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Kyle W.
Would love to be on your guys sound examples!

Still loving my mufflers! I get compliments on them all the time. I tell them whose muffler I am running! It still has barely to non-existent drone while cruising.

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Nick B.
67 Chevy C10

Good to support America

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Joey
2017 gmc denali 6.2l

Works great my truck is a 2017 GMC denali 6.2l w/ a stage 2 cam/DOD delete with longtube headers no cats took 95% of the drone out of the truck and gives a nice deep tone. Would recommend

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Colin K.
Amazing Muffler

I bought this muffler and put it on my 1998 Dodge Dakota in addition of a 2.5" to 4.5" Exhaust tip. The tone is deep and mean. There is no drone whatsoever. I recommend these to anyone who is interested in them.

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Sean D.
One of the best sounding mufflers!

I purchased this as a replacement for a FlowFX Muffler.

I have a 3" Flowmaster with no Resonator and added the Paradox muffler to it. Overall, sounds really good, but because of there not being a Resonator, it is very loud. I'm used to louder exhausts, so I really enjoy it.

To hear it, go to YouTube, and search for F150 5.0L 3" Flowmaster with Paradox Muffler.

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Nick -.N.S.
Exceeded my expectations!

I want to start this review by saying that I had my questions about the claims of the anti-drone. My old setup was un-driveable due to the drone while towing. I did research and came across Paradox. They were running a sale so I said, it’s worth a shot. My initial reaction upon receiving was this sure is a small muffler, I hope it works. Quality was top notch, good materials used and fit perfect in my application. Initial startup the exhaust note was loud on my 2024 F-150 5.0 (which I love!). Truck sounds good, really good overall tone. First drive down the highway and I was blown away that the drone was gone. I finally got to hear a louder than average exhaust note on my truck without the drone. I’m a firm believer in this company and their technology and will be buying from them in the future.

My setup is side exit on the single cab configuration. So this is the only muffler on the truck installed at the factory cat back mounting location.

If you’re on the fence about trying this muffler it’s worth it in my opinion.

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Dave
Signature series elite

I put these on my 1969 Shelby GT 350. The sound is fantastic, deep tone and loud when you want them to be. If you ask my neighbors, maybe even when you don't LOL, Lots of compliments, I get asked regularly what mufflers do I have

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Joe W.
2008 F150 5.4

Sounds good

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Tommy M.
2016 Cadillac CTS V-Sport

I would recommend it one hundred percent.

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Justin B.
It sounds great.

I installed one of the signature series on my wife's 2013 F150 5.0. It sounds great. One of if not the best sounding muffler for the modular 5.0. I typically do not like the sound of the new 5.0 exhaust note, which is what led me to put your muffler on it.

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Lance
Signature series

Put on stock 19 silverado 5.3, it sounds amazing

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I have a question...

...Where have your mufflers been my whole life? First time buyer and I'm hooked. I'm really a chevy guy but I own a '03 5.4l F150. Go figure, but I've invested some time and $ into it and now I'm kinda stuck with it. So any how I went down to a small shop where I get my exhaust work done and had them put in a 40series it sounded ok 'til I climbed over a boulder that smacked the muffler and the factory welds broke at the outlet...oops. Searching the web I landed on your web page. It's become more important to me to buy USA made products and so upon learning that you in fact are in the US and a family owned and operated business it was a no brainer. Let me just say that I couldn't be more pleased with the way my truck sounds!! Loud when I want it & quiet when I don't. Perfect. Thank you.

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Mike A.
Loud when it wants to be and quiet when it needs to be

This is another level exhaust system. It's loud when it wants to be and quiet when it needs to be, it's like Miles Davis climbed under my car.

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John H.
Dialed out 89 caddy

Put twin exhaust on my 89 caddy and put the mufflers right in front of the punkin and ran the rest of the pipes out the back. It gave my 89 caddy a deep meaty growl like a bear giving you a stern warning that you're in the wrong territory and her cubs are around and not the best time to try her patience. On the other hand on interstate you can still hear yourself think and actually have a conversation. Still tough sounding and doesn't sound like an out of control popcorn maker behind a bullhorn. I'm now filing for divorce as the start and rumble fulfills my needs at deeper level and much more quickly than she ever did. Except for getting saved paradox mufflers were the best thing to ever happen to me. Paradox didn't just make my car sound great, they changed my life! I know that this probably sounds insane but with my paradox muffler system at 1,700 rpm the tone has taken away my depression and the frequency seems to attract females which is nice but can be intrusive while I'm in my rumble therapy. I hope people act soon before the government abducts the scientists who create these works of art and tone to put to work for them. Get these exhaust systems now my friends before any of that happens. These are made in AMERICA so you know it's too great to stay on the market! Pray for our moto frequency scientists here at paradox. The only true patriots we have left. Can't wait to post a video of my caddy and it's new beautiful voice. The sound of America!!

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Timmy
Mufflers

The Paradox Mufflers are exactly as advertised. They provide a throttling exhaust note that enhances the vehicles exhaust note. The Paradox Mufflers do help a lot in eliminating drone noise. But I noticed with my mufflers underneath 2000 RPMs there's a little bit of drone noise. Other than that I am extremely satisfied with my purchase and would recommend this exhaust to anybody that would want to enhance the exhaust note of their vehicle.

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Jerry E.
Great muffler!

Put my paradox muffler on today. 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 5.3 motor. Sounds great and no interior drone on the highway. Great muffler!

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Kevin H.
Amazed

I was amazed with sound and quality, as were my installers at meinike, but I'm pleased to say with this paradox muffler I recommend this product with all thumbs up ? heads will turn as you drive by some people stated to my that's the old school racing sound .

I had factory pipe so I upgraded to dual pipes so the sound is more intense.

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Glenn B.
AWESOME!!! 2022 Ram Hemi E Torque

I had this installed today at Wisemans in Pittsburg Kansas. I gotta tell you....it sounds AWESOME!!!. I will post a video on YouTube with the Paradox name and 2022 Ram Hemi E torque. Thanks for a great product.

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Dylan C.
5/5 unique tone! - 2012 Titan 5.6

I got to looking for something different, not a flowmaster, magnaflow, borla, etc and I'm so glad I came across you guys. What I ended up with was 2.25 duals to a 3 inch Y pipe and signature series muffler that kept the factory routing with 3 inch pipe.

The sound is done no justice by phone camera, keeps a nice burly tone throughout the RPMs but is very tame cruising down the highway.

Service was straightforward and the muffler quality is top notch!

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Allen S.
Exactly What I Wanted

I found Paradox on a Tundra blog. Good things were said about it so I checked out their site. I listened to the audios the customers had submitted and was impressed. I wanted a richer sound and preferred to not go to excessive. I actually called and talked personally with Andy After exhanging emails and he described in detail what I needed which was the Signature series and an adapter he suggested that he would include. I purchased it and it delivered in a timely manner. I then searched everywhere for someone to weld the system in place. I live in the middle portion of Mississippi and found Delta Mufller and Exhaust. They welded it up for around $100. I could not believe the sound. I called and told Andy how pleased I was with this purchase and gave him the info about Delta Muffler and Exhaust for potential customers in the area. Andy is easy and personable to talk to and will guide you through product selection and install. A class organization and a product that for its cost is simply amazing. My 2020 Tundra has a BDS lift and other accessories and now it has a sound that truly matches its looks. I cannot thank Andy enough for the late night email exchanges and phone calls. Purchase one because you will never regret it. It is exactly what you are hoping it will be. Period.

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O. R.
Highly Recommend

Like to start off by saying what great customer service at Paradox. The muffler was an awesome purchase. My car sounds great when I'm driving on the highway going 75+ mph. Again like to thank Paradox Muffler on an outstanding job developing an awesome muffler. Highly recommend.

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Gerald
83 Mustang GT

Just got 2 Paradox Signature Series Elites put on my '83 mustang GT..love the deep mellow growl it has at idle and the no drone aggressive roar upon acceleration 5 stars ★★★★★ going out to Paradox performance muffler

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Benny P.
Very Pleased

Very pleased with my paradox mufflers . Tone is like no other muffler that I have used in the past . No drone inside car is very good. Overall Pleased.

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Dale S.
1976 Ford Torino, 351 Windsor

After reading several positive reviews online, we decided to install two (USA-built) Paradox Signature Series mufflers on my son's 351-W equipped 1976 Ford Torino. The car is factory original but now has dual exhaust. Shipping was quick and Andy and his dad were super helpful in answering all of our application questions. On the ride home from the muffler shop, especially at stop lights, quite a few people gave their "thumbs-up" approval of the new sound. The car has a nice low rumble at idle and will growl when you want it to. A lot of muffler companies make that claim, but many have an annoying interior drone at highway speeds to go along with it. This is not the case with the Paradox mufflers. Their unique design keeps the highway cruising sound effectively drone-free. In summary, the look of pride on my son's face every time he fires up his ride makes this one of our most rewarding purchases to date!

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Klint B.
2021 z71 Colorado 3.6 L

Absolutely no drone.

You can barely tell it's on there until you press the pedal down. I wasn't sure how a 6 cylinder was going to sound but the paradox original was definitely worth the investment. As a side note it changed the shift pattern on the 8 speed auto…. for the better. It also woke me up to the fact that I am too old for a warranty… so the next step is a tune.

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Al
Great muffler

These mufflers have taken my Audi A7 to the next level, great sound and look awesome with my after market exhaust tips. Nothing but compliments on the sound of my car. And no drone. Thanks

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Ted S.
I have recommended Paradox in the past and still do

The nicest sounding muffler you can find for the 3.8 L engine. Nice low tone and no rasp at all.

Want Even Louder? Check Out the Paradox Hot Tamale!