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B&W 606

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B&W 606 vs B&W 706 S2 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing specifications of BW 606 and BW 706 S2, two Bookshelf speakers by Bowers & Wilkins.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of B&W 606 and B&W 706 S2 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

B&W 606 Key Specs

  • 1" Decoupled Dome Tweeter
  • 6.5" Continuum Woofer
  • 52-28k Hz Frequency Response
  • 88 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:30-120watts
  • Weight: 15.2 lbs
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 345.0" x 7.4" x 12.7"( 345.0mm x 190.0mm x 324.0mm )

B&W 706 S2 Key Specs

  • 1" Decoupled Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 6.5" Continuum Woofer
  • 50-28k Hz Frequency Response
  • 88 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:30-120watts
  • Weight: 17.7 lbs
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): " x 7-7/8" x 11-7/8"

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how B&W 606 and B&W 706 S2 compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.



Drivers

Both BW 606 and BW 706 S2 are 2-way speakers. BW 606 features a 1" Decoupled Carbon Decoupled Dome Tweeter , a " Midrange and 1 x 6.5" Continuum Woofer . On the other hand, BW 706 S2 features a 1" Decoupled Carbon Decoupled Soft-Dome Tweeter , a " Midrange and 1 x 6.5" Continuum Woofer .

Frequency Response

BW 606 has a frequency range of 52-28k Hz whereas BW 706 S2 has a frequency range of 50-28k Hz.

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Impedance and Sensitivity

BW 606 and BW 706 S2 has the same Impedance of 8 ohms and their sensitivity is also same at 88 dB dB.

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Power Range

BW 606 and BW 706 S2 has the same power range of 30-120 watts.

Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

Both BW 606 and BW 706 S2 features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Both BW 606 and BW 706 S2 have a back firing ports.

Physical Specs



Reasons to choose Bowers & Wilkins 606 over Bowers & Wilkins 706 S2
Weight 15.2 g vs 17.7 g 2.5 g lighter
Reasons to choose Bowers & Wilkins 706 S2 over Bowers & Wilkins 606
Low Frequency Response 50 Hz vs 52 Hz Generates deeper bass

B&W 606 vs B&W 706 S2 Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Bowers & Wilkins 606 Bowers & Wilkins 706 S2
Brand Bowers & Wilkins Bowers & Wilkins
Speaker Type Bookshelf speakers Bookshelf speakers
Suggested Break-in Period allow up to a week for the temperature effects to stabilise and 15 hours of average use for the parts to attain their intended design characteristics. -
Power Range 30-120 watts 30-120 watts
Sensitivity 88 dB 88 dB
Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
Frequency Response 52-28k Hz 50-28k Hz
Drivers
Woofer Size 6.5" 6.5"
Woofer Composition Continuum Continuum
Woofer Surround Material Rubber Rubber
Tweeter Size 1" 1"
Tweeter Type Decoupled Dome Decoupled Soft-Dome
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver No No
Crossover Frequency - -
Firing Direction back back
Physical Specs
Height 13.5" 13-7/16"
Width 7.4" 7-7/8"
Depth 12.7" 11-7/8"
Weight 15.2lbs 17.7lbs
Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
Finish MDF/Vinyl MDF/Wood Veneer
Available Colors Black, White Rosewood (rosenut)
Mounting Bracket No No
Recommended Stand Height 24-26 24-26
Grille magnetic magnetic
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Connector Type Post Post
Biamp Inputs Yes Yes
Other
Parts Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
Labor Warranty 5 Years 5 Years



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