Get deep tone and industry leading flow with The Paradox Signature Series Muffler
(Price varies by inlet/outlet size)
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.
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.
When you buy from us, you can count on excellent quality, value and support. We are a family business, and we value our customers.
Mufflers Made in the USA
Family Owned and Operated
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.
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...
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...
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.
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:
Without additional sound control, our current models may not be enough for:
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.
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.
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.
Yes. Each muffler has an inlet marking. There is also an etching on the case indicating the flow direction ("FLOW >>>")
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:
Paradox Mufflers are proudly manufactured in Missouri and Ohio.
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.
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).
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
We are here for you before AND after your purchase! Click here to read our full Return Policy, Refund Policy, and Warranties.
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.
Paradox Hot Tamale Performance Muffler
The Hot Tamale™ is our extra loud universal muffler. They're almost as loud as no muffler at all. But that doesn't mean you have to sacrifice quality sound and control of exhaust drone.
Hot Tamales can be especially great for a simple muffler swaps on modern V8 muscle cars and half-ton trucks (e.g. Ram 1500, Silverado 1500, Sierra 1500, F150, Tundra, Titan). This can give big sound with minimal modification and money spent. Paradox Signature Series Mufflers are also excellent for this.
If you want a lot of volume, The Hot Tamale could be the perfect solution.