ELAC B6.2 vs Paradigm Monitor SE Atom
The ELAC B6.2 plays lower (44 Hz vs 61 Hz). The Paradigm Monitor SE Atom is more sensitive (89 dB vs 87 dB), so it plays louder per watt, is an easier load for a receiver (8 Ω vs 6 Ω) and costs less ($400 vs $479).
What each one works with
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| B6.2 | Monitor SE Atom | |
|---|---|---|
| Receivers and amps that drive it | 29 of 29 | 29 of 29 |
Specs side by side
Values that differ are bold. A dash means that model doesn't publish the spec.
| B6.2 | Monitor SE Atom | |
|---|---|---|
| Impedance | 6 Ω | 8 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 87 dB (2.83 V, 1 m) | 89 dB (2.83 V, 1 m) in-room |
| Low end | 44 Hz | 61 Hz |
| Drivers | 1 × 25 mm, 1 × 165 mm | 1 × 25 mm, 1 × 140 mm |
| Size | 8×15×11 in | 7×13×11 in |
| MSRP | $479 a pair (MSRP, September 2026) | $400 a pair (MSRP, September 2026) |
| Recommended amplifier power | — | 15–100 W |
| Weight | — | 5.4 kg (11.9 lb) |
Every spec and pairing: ELAC B6.2, Paradigm Monitor SE Atom.
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References
- ELAC B6.2: Manufacturer product page, elac-america.myshopify.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- ELAC B6.2: Retailer listing, amazon.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Paradigm Monitor SE Atom: Spec sheet, paradigm.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Paradigm Monitor SE Atom: Retailer listing, audioadvice.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
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