In a $1000 dollar price range comparison of a few speakers I had selected the Paradigm V5 Monitor 9 and Triangle Heliade as respective models. I actually wanted the Triangle Altea, but instead the Heliade is what was in stock and was at clearance price. The Monitor 9 is a very good speaker, but for those who like speed and midrange detail, the Heliade is a fine choice. The driver set up in the Paradigm gives good clean bass, but doesn't give the midrange upper/lower detail resolution of the Triangle. I'll post pix when the Heliades are delivered Friday. Having owned a few pair of Paradigms, I was also happy to try a new brand that is well received in the media; and now I know why.