Bowers & Wilkins 606 S2 Anniversary Edition Bookshelf Loudspeaker
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Bowers & Wilkins 606 S2 Anniversary Edition is the larger of two bookshelf loudspeakers in the 7th iteration of B&W's 600-series loudspeakers. Unsurprisingly, it uses a 2-way, bass-reflex construction with B&W's signature Flowport design.
Like other loudspeakers in this generation, the 606 S2 uses a decoupled 1" aluminum dome tweeter found in all non-diamond Bowers & Wilkins speakers as well as Continuum midrange driver. Continuum was first introduced in B&W's 800 Diamond series: It is a refinement over the yellow Kevlar cone.
This generation of B&W's 600-series loudspeakers also include a smaller bookshelf speaker (607 S2), a floorstander (603 S2), a center channel (HTM6 S2), and matching subwoofers. While they are primarily targeting the home entertainment market, the 606 S2 can be used for stereo systems in small rooms.
The matching speaker stand, STAV24 S2, is available for the 606 S2 separately for $200 per pair.
Ratings
What we found**
Pros
- Impressive transparency and slam
- Comfortable stand-mounter
- Excellent build quality
Cons
- Nothing in particular
What external reviewers found***
External score 77% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Great build quality and finish
- Great battery life
- Sleek design
- More dynamic than the previous model
Cons
- Bass is a little overblown
- Bass isn't as dynamic as the 685
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Specifications
Construction
Colors
Black, White, Oak body + Black, Grey grille
Drivers | Tweeter
1x 25mm (1 in) Decoupled Double Dome aluminum tweeter
Drivers | Woofer
1x 165mm (6.5 in) Continuum cone FST
Form Factor
Bookshelf loudspeaker
Loudspeaker Type
2-way bass-reflex
Dimensions
Size | Depth
300mm (11.8 in) cabinet only / 324mm (12.8 in) including grille and terminals
Size | Height
345mm (13.5 in)
Size | Width
190mm (7.5 in)
Weight
6.9kg / 15.2 lbs
Performance
Frequency Response
52Hz - 28kHz ±3dB
Impedance
8Ω (minimum 3.7Ω)
Power Input
30W - 200W into 8Ω
Sensitivity
88dB spl (2.83V, 1m)
Total Harmonic Distortion
1% 100Hz - 22kHz / 0.5% 150Hz - 20kHz
Production
Debut
2020-09
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External Reviews
cnet[1]
Reviewer score 69%The Elac Uni-Fi 2.0 UB5.2 likes to play loud but it was also able to play at quieter volumes without sounding too forward. At times, the new 606 brought to mind the 707 S2 with its ability to let the listener peer into a recording. While the 606 highlighted the metallic nature of the guitar and harmonica, the Elac pulled back a little.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Sleek design
- Great sound quality
- Great battery life
Cons
- Bass isn't as dynamic as the 685
whathifi[2]
Reviewer score 85%The B&W 606 S2 Anniversary Editions are the company's latest hi-fi speakers. They have an oak finish to go along with the existing black and white options, and an inscription on the tweeter surround to mark the Anniversary status. The biggest differences are heard in the bass. The new version is so much more precise and controlled in this region.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Excellent build quality
- More dynamic than the previous model
- Great build quality and finish
Cons
- Bass is a little overblown
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References
- ^ Bowers & Wilkins 606 S2 Anniversary Edition review: Sterling sound from silver speakers. [cnet]. https://www.cnet.com/reviews/bowers-wilkins-606-s2-anniversary-edition-review/. 2020-11-07. Retrieved 2021-05-10.
- ^ Bowers & Wilkins 606 S2 Anniversary Edition review. [whathifi]. https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/bowers-and-wilkins-606-s2-anniversary-edition. 2020-09-11. Retrieved 2021-05-10.
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