TESTED: Paradigm Monitor 9 loudspeaker

Four On The Floor

SUMMING UP

The Paradigm Monitor 9 is a value-fortified speaker of the old school. It relies on balance, wideband frequency response, dynamics, and high output­—credentials that never go out of style. Does it sweat the little things like a compact? More than you might expect actually. It proves once again that if you’re after a full-range high-octane musical experience there really is no substitute for “four-on-the-floor.”

SPECS & PRICING

Paradigm Monitor 9 floorstanding loudspeaker

Drivers: 1" tweeter, 6.5" mid, (2) 6.5" woofers
FrequencyResponse: 51Hz–20kHz
Sensitivity: 96dB
Impedance: 8 ohms
Dimensions: 40.25" x 7.5" x 13.25"
Weight: 44 lbs.

Price: $949/pr.

Paradigm Electronics
205 Annagem Blvd.
Mississauga, ON L5T 2V1
Canada
(905) 696-9479

www.paradigm.com

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