{"product_id":"paradigm-ci-elite-e80-iw-v2-in-wall-speaker","title":"Paradigm CI Elite E80-IW v2 In-Wall Speaker","description":"\u003c!-- ======================================================\n     Paradigm CI Elite E80-IW v2 — AL (bh-*) HTML\n     Two-Column Layout (Overview left \/ Specifications right)\n     Long-tail keyword used 5×:\n     “Paradigm CI Elite E80-IW v2 In-Wall Speaker”\n     ====================================================== --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .bh-wrap{max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;padding:1rem 1.25rem;line-height:1.6}\n  .bh-eyebrow{letter-spacing:.08em;text-transform:uppercase;font-size:.8rem;opacity:.7}\n  .bh-title{font-size:3rem;margin:.25rem 0 1rem}\n  .bh-sub{font-style:italic;margin:0 0 1.25rem}\n  .bh-grid{display:grid;gap:1.25rem}\n  @media(min-width:900px){.bh-grid{grid-template-columns:1.3fr .7fr;align-items:start}}\n  .bh-section{margin:2rem 0}\n  .bh-bullets{list-style:disc;padding-left:1.25rem;margin:.5rem 0 0}\n  .bh-specs{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse}\n  .bh-specs th,.bh-specs td{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding:.65rem;vertical-align:top}\n  .bh-specs th{width:42%;background:#f8fafc;text-align:left}\n  .bh-badge{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.2rem .6rem;margin:.15rem .3rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem}\n  .bh-badges{margin-top:.5rem}\n  .bh-faq details{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:.5rem;padding:0.75rem 1rem;margin:.5rem 0;background:#fafafa}\n  .bh-faq summary{font-weight:600;cursor:pointer}\n  .bh-note{font-size:.95rem;opacity:.9}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bh-eyebrow\"\u003eParadigm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"bh-title\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eParadigm CI Elite E80-IW v2 In-Wall Speaker\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-sub\"\u003ePremium 8\" in-wall speaker • 2-way CI Elite v2 design • AL-MAC™ tweeter with PPA™ lens • 8\" AL-MAG™ mid\/bass driver • Advanced SHOCK-MOUNT™ System\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"overview\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the CI Elite E80-IW v2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eParadigm CI Elite E80-IW v2 In-Wall Speaker\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium architectural speaker designed for high-performance music, theater, and custom-install audio systems. Its 8-inch in-wall design gives it the scale and authority needed for larger rooms while maintaining the clean, built-in look customers expect from a refined architectural audio system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of Paradigm’s CI Elite v2 Series, the E80-IW v2 combines advanced driver materials, vibration control, and a clean bezel-free installation design for demanding in-wall applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-badges\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bh-badge\"\u003e8\" In-Wall Design\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"bh-badge\"\u003eCI Elite v2 Series\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"bh-badge\"\u003eAL-MAC™ Tweeter\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"bh-badge\"\u003eAL-MAG™ Woofer\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"bh-badge\"\u003eAdvanced SHOCK-MOUNT™\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"bh-badge\"\u003eBezel-Free Grille\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-note\"\u003eInstallation note: this model is especially well suited for premium in-wall music zones, media rooms, and theater systems where fuller sound and discreet aesthetics are both important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"highlights\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium 8-inch in-wall performance\u003c\/strong\u003e — delivers a fuller, more substantial presentation than many smaller architectural speakers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpdated CI Elite v2 platform\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed with Paradigm’s current architectural speaker technologies and installation refinements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced driver materials\u003c\/strong\u003e — features a 1\" AL-MAC™ tweeter and 8\" AL-MAG™ mid\/bass driver for detailed, dynamic playback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced vibration\u003c\/strong\u003e — Advanced SHOCK-MOUNT™ technology helps control unwanted resonance within the installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean architectural integration\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003cstrong\u003eParadigm CI Elite E80-IW v2 In-Wall Speaker\u003c\/strong\u003e blends into finished rooms while delivering serious sound quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"technology\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnology \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe E80-IW v2 uses a 2-driver, 2-way in-wall design with a die-cast aluminum baffle and Advanced SHOCK-MOUNT™ System. This helps create a more stable acoustic platform for cleaner, more controlled performance in custom-installed environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1\" Aluminum Magnesium Ceramic tweeter uses Paradigm’s PPA™ lens and RED™ technology, while the 8\" Aluminum Magnesium mid\/bass driver uses an ART™ surround and 1.5\" high-temperature voice coil. Together, these technologies help the \u003cstrong\u003eParadigm CI Elite E80-IW v2 In-Wall Speaker\u003c\/strong\u003e deliver detailed highs, confident midrange, and strong low-frequency extension for an architectural speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-note\"\u003ePair it with matching Paradigm CI Elite v2 in-wall, in-ceiling, and subwoofer solutions for a complete premium architectural audio system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faq\" class=\"bh-section bh-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ — CI Elite E80-IW v2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this the newer v2 version?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This listing is specifically for the updated CI Elite E80-IW v2 model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan this speaker be used for home theater?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It can be used in media rooms and theater systems where a premium in-wall speaker is needed for clean installation and strong performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat makes the E80-IW v2 different from smaller in-wall speakers?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8-inch mid\/bass driver helps provide greater output capability, fuller sound, and deeper bass extension than many smaller architectural models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the grille paintable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The white grille is paintable, allowing the speaker to blend more discreetly into the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"why-buy\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance on in-wall speaker placement, room layout, and system design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelp matching Paradigm architectural speakers with the right amplification and subwoofers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation and calibration support available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-term support for premium custom audio and theater systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"related\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated \u0026amp; System Matches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching Paradigm CI Elite v2 in-wall and in-ceiling speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-performance subwoofers for fuller theater and music playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium AV receivers, processors, and amplification for custom systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003caside\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"specs\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCI Elite E80-IW v2 Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"bh-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-way premium in-wall speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDesign\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-driver, 2-way in-wall with Advanced SHOCK-MOUNT™ System and die-cast aluminum baffle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTweeter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\" AL-MAC™ tweeter with PPA™ lens and RED™ technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMid\/Bass Driver\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\" AL-MAG™ cone with ART™ surround, Advanced SHOCK-MOUNT™ System, and 1.5\" high-temp voice coil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrossover\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3rd-order electro-acoustic at 2.0kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±3dB from 57Hz – 22kHz on-axis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLow Frequency Extension\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e92dB room \/ 88dB anechoic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable Amplifier Power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 – 180W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Input 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