In this review, we will be comparing SE 6000F and C 95 II, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Paradigm and Jamo. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Paradigm SE 6000F and Jamo C 95 II first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the Paradigm SE 6000F and Jamo C 95 II speakers good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size and max power parameters:
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Paradigm SE 6000F and Jamo C 95 II compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that SE 6000F is a 3-way design whereas the C 95 II is a 2-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.
| Driver |
Paradigm SE 6000F |
Jamo C 95 II |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
1 x 5.5-inch |
- |
|
Woofer
|
3 x 5.5-inch
|
2 x 6-inch
|
SE 6000F features a 1" Tweeter , a 5.5" Midrange and 3 x 5.5" Mineral-filled polypropylene Woofer . On the other hand, the C 95 II features a 1" Tweeter and 2 x 6" Composite Woofer .
Frequency Response
SE 6000F has a frequency range of 53-21k Hz whereas C 95 II has a frequency range of 37-24k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 37Hz, the C 95 II can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the SE 6000F's min frequency of 53Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
SE 6000F is a 8 ohms speaker compared to the C 95 II which has a nominal impedance of 6 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. SE 6000F sensitivity is rated at 93 dB and the C 95 II's is rated at 89 dB. This 4 dB difference makes the Paradigm SE 6000F a more sensitive speaker compared to Jamo C 95 II, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.
SE 6000F can handle a max power of 165 watts RMS from the amp the whereas SE 6000F has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS , 65 watts less than the C 95 II.
Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker
compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters
such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
C 95 II features Posts posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. SE 6000F has a Post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Paradigm SE 6000F's Post terminals
Jamo C 95 II's Posts terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both SE 6000F and C 95 II have rear firing ports. Rear ported speakers generally need more room between the backside of the speaker and the wall compared to sealed and front/bottom ported speakers. Placing the speakers too close to the walls may cause the bass to sound boomy.
If you are limited in space and can't get the speakers away from the backwall, check our Speakers with Front Firing Ports page.
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Paradigm SE 6000F's and Jamo C 95 II's external dimensions. Paradigm SE 6000F has external dimensions of 1051.0 x 228.0 x 361.0mm ( 41-3/8 x 8-15/16 x 14-3/16inch) whereas Jamo C 95 II has external dimensions of 982.0 x 247.0 x 383.0mm ( 38-5/8 x 9-11/16 x 15-1/16inch) .
Paradigm SE 6000F is 19mm narrower and 22mm less deeper than Jamo C 95 II but it is also 69mm taller.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the Paradigm SE 6000F is approximately 823.1cm2 / 127.6inch2 and base area of the Jamo C 95 II is approximately 946.0cm2 / 146.6inch2. The SE 6000F requires 13% less surface area than the C 95 II which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The Paradigm SE 6000F weighs 20.00kg / 44lbs and the Jamo C 95 II weighs 19.91kg / 43.8lbs. This makes the SE 6000F 0% heavier than the C 95 II.
Here is a comparison of how SE 6000F and C 95 II's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
What's in the Box of Paradigm SE 6000F?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of SE 6000F:
Floorstanding loudspeaker
4 Rubber feet
4 Spike feet
Owner's Manual
Online Registration Card
Unboxing Instructions
What's in the Box of Jamo C 95 II?
Here are the items that come with the C 95 II:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille4 Outrigger feet4 Spikes (pre-installed on outrigger feet)4 Rubber feet8 Machine screws2 Jumper-straps (pre-installed)Hex-keyUser ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Information
 Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
2-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
 Sensitivity |
93 dB
vs
89 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
6 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
 Number of Woofers |
3
vs
2
|
More woofers |
 Base Surface Area |
823cm2 (228x361mm)
vs
946cm2 (247x383mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Max Input Power |
165 watts
vs
100 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
| Woofer Size |
6 inches
vs
5.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
37 Hz
vs
53 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
24k Hz
vs
21k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
 Height |
982mm
vs
1051mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Price per pair* |
918USD
vs
1000USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Paradigm Monitor SE 6000F |
Jamo Concert 9 Series C 95 II |
| Brand |
Paradigm |
Jamo |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
15-100 watts |
50-165 watts |
| Sensitivity |
93 dB |
89 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
6 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
53-21k Hz |
37-24k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
3 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
5.5" |
6" |
| Woofer Composition |
Mineral-filled polypropylene |
Composite |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
5.5" |
No |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1051.0mm (41.4") |
982.0mm (38.7") |
| Width |
228.0mm (9") |
247.0mm (9.7") |
| Depth |
361.0mm (14.2") |
383.0mm (15.1") |
| Weight |
20.00kg (44lbs) |
19.91kg (43.8lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Vinyl |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
| Available Colors |
Black |
Black |
| Grille |
n/a |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |