{"product_id":"paradigm-monitor-se-atom-in-matte-black-pair","title":"Paradigm Monitor SE Atom in Matte Black (Pair)","description":"\u003c!-- ======================================================\n     Paradigm Monitor SE Atom in Matte Black (Pair) — AL (bh-*) HTML\n     Two-Column Layout (Overview left \/ Specifications right)\n     Long-tail keyword used 5×: “Paradigm Monitor SE Atom in Matte Black (Pair)”\n     ====================================================== --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .bh-wrap{max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;padding:1rem 1.25rem;line-height:1.6}\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-section h2{margin-top: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:.75rem 1rem;margin:.5rem 0;background:#fafafa}\n  .bh-faq summary{font-weight:600;cursor:pointer}\n  .bh-note{font-size:0.95rem;opacity:.9}\n  .bh-condition{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.3rem .75rem;margin:.5rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"bh-title\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eParadigm Monitor SE Atom in Matte Black (Pair)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-sub\"\u003eHigh-performance 2-driver 2-way bookshelf loudspeakers • 1\" X-PAL™ pure-aluminum dome tweeter with PPA™ lens • 5.5\" mineral-filled polypropylene bass\/midrange cone • rear-ported acoustic reflex enclosure • sleek matte black aesthetic\u003c\/p\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eParadigm Monitor SE Atom in Matte Black (Pair)\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers state-of-the-art acoustic performance and high-value Canadian audio engineering in a compact bookshelf speaker design. Designed to bring reference-quality sound into high-fidelity two-channel music setups and immersive multi-channel home cinema systems, these speakers combine a 1-inch X-PAL™ pure-aluminum dome tweeter featuring Paradigm’s patented Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) lens with a high-excursion 5.5-inch mineral-filled polypropylene woofer. Finished in a clean, contemporary matte black, the \u003cstrong\u003eParadigm Monitor SE Atom in Matte Black (Pair)\u003c\/strong\u003e produces crisp treble dispersion, natural vocal transparency, and surprisingly deep low-frequency punch.\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"features-and-tech\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Innovations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eState-of-the-art Canadian audio technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003cstrong\u003eParadigm Monitor SE Atom in Matte Black (Pair)\u003c\/strong\u003e brings research-backed driver acoustics and high efficiency into an accessible bookshelf loudspeaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1-Inch X-PAL™ Pure-Aluminum Dome Tweeter\u003c\/strong\u003e — featherlight aluminum dome design with ferro-fluid damping delivers smooth, extended high-frequency response with minimal breakup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatented Perforated Phase-Aligning (PPA™) Lens\u003c\/strong\u003e — protective tweeter lens blocks out-of-phase frequencies to smooth dispersion and deliver micro-detailed, coherent imaging across the room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5.5-Inch Mineral-Filled Polypropylene Cone Woofer\u003c\/strong\u003e — rigid, lightweight woofer cone paired with inverted dust caps and durable surrounds produces articulate midrange and tight bass response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcoustically Tuned Rear Reflex Port\u003c\/strong\u003e — rear-firing bass-reflex port architecture maximizes low-frequency efficiency and lowers distortion at higher output volumes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faq\" class=\"bh-section bh-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ — Monitor SE Atom\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these bookshelf speakers sold as a pair or individually?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product listing is for a complete \u003cstrong\u003eParadigm Monitor SE Atom in Matte Black (Pair)\u003c\/strong\u003e containing two matched bookshelf loudspeakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these speakers active (powered) or passive?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Monitor SE Atom speakers are passive loudspeakers and require connection to a stereo amplifier, integrated amp, or multi-channel AV receiver via standard speaker wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat amplification power is recommended for the Monitor SE Atom?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an 89dB room sensitivity rating and an 8 Ohm compatible load, these speakers pair exceptionally well with amplifiers rated between 15 and 100 watts per channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan these be used as surround speakers in a home theater system?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Monitor SE Atom speakers serve exceptionally well as main front left\/right channels in compact rooms or as side and rear surround channels when paired with larger Monitor SE floorstanders and center channels.\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\u003eAuthorized Paradigm dealer offering 100% factory-authentic loudspeakers with full manufacturer warranty protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom high-end audio specialists available to assist with room placement, amplifier matching, and cable choices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated post-purchase technical support for audio system setup and calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, secure shipping with protective heavy-duty packaging on every pair\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\u003eParadigm Monitor SE 2000C center channel speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParadigm Defiance series active powered subwoofers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality bookshelf speaker floorstands and oxygen-free copper speaker wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- RIGHT COLUMN --\u003e\n\u003caside\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"specs\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMonitor SE Atom 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-Driver, 2-Way Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Sold as a Pair)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHigh-Frequency Driver\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\" (25mm) X-PAL™ Pure-Aluminum Dome with PPA™ Lens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMid\/Bass Driver\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5\" (140mm) Mineral-Filled Polypropylene Cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrossover Network\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2nd-Order Electro-Acoustic at 2.3 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency Response (On-Axis)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e61Hz – 21kHz (±3dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLow Frequency Extension\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45Hz (DIN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSensitivity (Room \/ Anechoic)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e89 dB \/ 86 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable Amplifier Power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15W – 100W RMS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eImpedance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible with 8 Ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEnclosure Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBass-Reflex with Rear-Firing Tuned Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatte Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions (H x W x D)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.75\" x 7.12\" x 11.0\" (32.0 cm x 18.0 cm x 28.0 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.0 lbs (5.4 kg) per speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-note\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"whats-in-the-box\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParadigm Monitor SE Atom Bookshelf Speakers in Matte Black (Pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable protective front cloth grilles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdhesive rubber isolation pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser manual \u0026amp; warranty documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- No purchase\/CTA section --\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta itemprop=\"brand\" content=\"Paradigm\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"category\" content=\"Bookshelf Speakers, Home Theater Audio, Stereo Loudspeakers\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paradigm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67803906769262,"sku":"PARMONITORSEATOMMB","price":399.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/1537\/4703\/files\/paradigm-monitor-se-atom-in-matte-black-pair.webp?v=1792423466","url":"https:\/\/audiolab.com\/products\/paradigm-monitor-se-atom-in-matte-black-pair","provider":"Audiolab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}