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B&W 606 vs KEF Q350 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing specifications of BW 606 and Q350, two Bookshelf speakers from Bowers & Wilkins and KEF.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of B&W 606 and KEF Q350 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 )

KEF Q350 Key Specs

  • 1" Dome Tweeter
  • 6.5" Aluminum Woofer
  • 63-28k Hz Frequency Response
  • 87 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:10-120watts
  • Weight: 16.8 lbs
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 358.0" x 8.2" x 12.0"( 358.0mm x 210.0mm x 306.0mm )

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how B&W 606 and KEF Q350 compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.



Drivers

Both BW 606 and Q350 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, Q350 features a 1" Dome Tweeter , a " Midrange and 1 x 6.5" Aluminum Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2500 Hz.

Frequency Response

BW 606 has a frequency range of 52-28k Hz whereas Q350 has a frequency range of 63-28k Hz.

Low Frequency

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High Frequency

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Impedance and Sensitivity

BW 606 and Q350 has the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. BW 606 sensitivity is rated at 88 dB and Q350's is at 87 dB. This 1 dB difference makes B&W 606 a more sensitive speaker compared to KEF Q350, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

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Power Range

BW 606 has a power range of 30-120 watts RMS whereas Q350 has a power range of 10-120 watts.

Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

BW 606 features Post posts which makes bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Q350 has a Post which doesn't feature b-amping/bi-wiring.

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Both BW 606 and Q350 have a back firing ports.

Physical Specs

Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, We are going to compare B&W 606's and KEF Q350's external dimensions. B&W 606 has external dimensions of 345.0mm x 190.0mm x 324.0mm ( 13.5inch x 7.4inch x 12.7inch ) whereas KEF Q350 has external dimensions of 358.0mm x 210.0mm x 306.0mm ( 14.0inch x 8.2inch x 12.0inch ) .

B&W 606 is 20mm narrower and 13mm shorter than KEF Q350 but it is also 18mm deeper.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of B&W 606 and KEF Q350.

B&W 606 vs KEF Q350 Camera Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of B&W 606 and KEF Q350 Size and External Dimensions


Reasons to choose Bowers & Wilkins 606 over KEF Q350
Sensitivity 88 dB vs 87 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
Low Frequency Response 52 Hz vs 63 Hz Generates deeper bass
Bi-amp / Bi-Wiring Yes vs No Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections
Weight 15.2 g vs 16.8 g 1.6 g lighter
Reasons to choose KEF Q350 over Bowers & Wilkins 606

B&W 606 vs KEF Q350 Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Bowers & Wilkins 606 KEF Q350
Brand Bowers & Wilkins KEF
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 10-120 watts
Sensitivity 88 dB 87 dB
Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
Frequency Response 52-28k Hz 63-28k Hz
Drivers
Woofer Size 6.5" 6.5"
Woofer Composition Continuum Aluminum
Woofer Surround Material Rubber Rubber
Tweeter Size 1" 1"
Tweeter Type Decoupled Dome Dome
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver No No
Crossover Frequency - 2500
Firing Direction back back
Physical Specs
Height 13.5" 14.0"
Width 7.4" 8.2"
Depth 12.7" 12.0"
Weight 15.2lbs 16.8lbs
Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
Finish MDF/Vinyl MDF/Vinyl-wrapped
Available Colors Black, White Black, Walnut, White
Mounting Bracket No No
Recommended Stand Height 24-26 18-24
Grille magnetic Magnetic (Optional)
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Connector Type Post Post
Biamp Inputs Yes No
Other
Parts Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
Labor Warranty 5 Years 5 Years



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