Paradigm Monitor SE 2000C is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Center Channel speaker by Paradigm. Center channel speaker is an important component of a home theater system set-up as it delivers the listener significant part of the on-screen dialogue from your television. It features a 1" X-PAL dome with PPA (Perforated Phase-Aligning) lens Tweeter and 2 x 5.5" mineral-filled polypropylene Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 65-21k Hz and a sensitivity of 93 dB. Paradigm SE 2000C has an MSRP of 250$.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Paradigm SE 2000C is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:
| Listening Environment* |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Average |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | Bad |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)
Paradigm SE 2000C Lifestyle
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Frequency Response of the Paradigm SE 2000C Speaker
Paradigm SE 2000C has a Frequency response range of 65-21k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 15-100 watts.
Here we have a comparison of how Monitor SE 2000C's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
High Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Paradigm SE 2000C's mineral-filled polypropylene Woofer
Paradigm SE 2000C's aluminum X-PAL dome with PPA (Perforated Phase-Aligning) lens Tweeter
Impedance and Sensitivity
Paradigm SE 2000C's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
93 dB.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Paradigm Monitor SE 2000C is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
93dB of the Paradigm Monitor SE 2000C is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes Monitor SE 2000C an easy to drive from Sensitivity perspective. If you are planning to power your speaker with a Tube amp which are generally very low power, the Paradigm SE 2000C will be a good choice.
Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the Paradigm SE 2000C:
Input Type
Monitor SE 2000C features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Paradigm SE 2000C Back View
Paradigm SE 2000C External Dimensions and Weight
Paradigm SE 2000C has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 7-1/8 x 19-3/4 x 11inch (181.0 x 502.0 x 280.0mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of Paradigm SE 2000C is approximately 1405.6cm2 / 217.9inch2.
WeightThe Paradigm SE 2000C weighs 8.64kg / 19lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Monitor SE 2000C's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $300
Paradigm SE 2000C on a Stand
Cabinet type and Materials
Paradigm SE 2000C has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Paradigm SE 2000C - Side View
Available colors
Paradigm SE 2000C is available in Black.
Does the Paradigm SE 2000C come with a Grille?
Monitor SE 2000C comes with grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible.
Paradigm SE 2000C with Grille
What's in the Box of Paradigm SE 2000C?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Monitor SE 2000C:
Center-channel loudspeakerGrille4 Rubber feetOwners ManualOnline Registration Card
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Paradigm Monitor SE 2000C.
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.