B&W 607 S2 vs Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G Comparison

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B&W 607 S2 vs Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing 607 S2 AE and Silver 50 7G, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from Bowers Wilkins and Monitor Audio.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of B&W 607 S2 and Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

B&W 607 S2 Key Specs

2-way Design

1" Decoupled Double Dome Tweeter

5" Continuum Woofer

52-28k Hz Frequency Response

84 dB Sensitivity

Impedance: 8ohms

Power Range:30-100watts

Weight:4.70kg

Dimensions (H x W x D): 301.0" x 6-1/2" x 9-1/8"( 301.0 x 166.0 x 232.0mm )

Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G Key Specs

2-way Design

1" Hard-Dome Tweeter

5.25" C-CAM RST II Woofer

47-35k Hz Frequency Response

86 dB Sensitivity

Impedance: 8ohms

Power Range:40-100watts

Weight:5.63kg

Dimensions (H x W x D): 283.0" x 6-9/16" x 10-3/4"( 283.0 x 167.0 x 274.0mm )

What size room are the B&W 607 S2 and Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G speakers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size and max power parameters:

Listening Environment*	B&W 607 S2	Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G
Near-field	Average	Average
Small Room	Good	Good
Mid-size Room	Average	Average
Large Room	Poor	Poor
Very Large Room	Bad	Bad

(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m², Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m², Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m², Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m². Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the B&W 607 S2 and Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.

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Drivers

Both 607 S2 AE and Silver 50 7G are 2-way speakers.

Driver	B&W 607 S2	Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G
Driver Setup	2-way	2-way
Tweeter	1-inch	1-inch
Midrange	-	-
Woofer	1 x 5-inch	1 x 5.25-inch

607 S2 AE features a 1" Aluminum Decoupled Double Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5" Continuum Woofer . On the other hand, the Silver 50 7G features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" C-CAM RST II Woofer .

Frequency Response

607 S2 AE has a frequency range of 52-28k Hz whereas Silver 50 7G has a frequency range of 47-35k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 47Hz, the Silver 50 7G can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the 607 S2 AE's min frequency of 52Hz.

Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.

Low Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

607 S2 AE

Silver 50 7G

Min

Average

Max

High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

B&W 607 S2

Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G

Min

Average

Max

None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Impedance and Sensitivity

607 S2 AE and Silver 50 7G have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. 607 S2 AE sensitivity is rated at 84 dB and the Silver 50 7G's is at 86 dB. This 2 dB difference makes the Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G a more sensitive speaker compared to B&W 607 S2, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Bookshelf Speakers

607 S2 AE

Silver 50 7G

Min

Average

Max

Power Range

Power range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.

Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.

Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

Both 607 S2 AE and Silver 50 7G features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.

B&W 607 S2's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring

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 607 S2's and Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G's external dimensions. B&W 607 S2 has external dimensions of 301.0 x 166.0 x 232.0mm ( 11-13/16 x 6-1/2 x 9-1/8inch) whereas Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G has external dimensions of 283.0 x 167.0 x 274.0mm ( 11-1/8 x 6-9/16 x 10-3/4inch) .

B&W 607 S2 is 1mm narrower and 42mm less deeper than Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G but it is also 18mm taller.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of B&W 607 S2 and Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G in scale.

Comparison image of B&W 607 S2 and Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G Size and External Dimensions

Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base surface area of the B&W 607 S2 is approximately 385.1cm² / 59.7inch² and base area of the Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G is approximately 457.6cm² / 70.9inch². The 607 S2 AE requires 16% less surface area than the Silver 50 7G which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.

Here is an another comparison that shows both speakers on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet, next to a standard size amplifier and turntable in scale:

Size Comparison image of B&W 607 S2 and Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G on a Media Console

Weight Comparison

The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The B&W 607 S2 weighs 4.70kg / 10.3lbs and the Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G weighs 5.63kg / 12.4lbs. This makes the Silver 50 7G 20% heavier than the 607 S2 AE.

Here is a comparison of how 607 S2 AE and Silver 50 7G's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers

B&W 607 S2

Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G

Min

Average

Max

What's in the Box of B&W 607 S2?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of 607 S2 AE:

2 Bookshelf loudspeakers

2 Grilles

2 Two-piece foam port plugs

8 Self-adhesive rubber feet

4 Jumper-straps (pre-installed)

Manual

Bowers & Wilkins brochure

Warranty Information

What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G?

Here are the items that come with the Silver 50 7G:

2 Bookshelf loudspeakers

2 Grilles

4 Jumpers (pre-installed)

8 Rubber feet

2 Foam port plugs

Hex-key

Owners Manual

Important Safety Instructions

Reasons to choose Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition over Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G

Base Surface Area	385cm² vs 457cm²	Takes less floor space
Price per pair*	799USD vs 1100USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

Reasons to choose Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G over Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition

Sensitivity	86 dB vs 84 dB	Play louder with same amount of amplification power
Woofer Size	5.25 inches vs 5 inches	Larger woofer
Low Frequency Response	47 Hz vs 52 Hz	Generates deeper bass
High Frequency Response	35k Hz vs 28k Hz	Generates higher frequency
Height	283mm vs 301mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

B&W 607 S2 vs Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

General	Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition	Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G
Brand	Bowers Wilkins	Monitor Audio
Speaker Type	Bookshelf speakers	Bookshelf speakers
Power Range	30-100 watts	40-100 watts
Sensitivity	84 dB	86 dB
Impedance	8 ohms	8 ohms
Impedance	3.0 ohms	n/a
Frequency Response	52-28k Hz	47-35k Hz
Drivers
Woofer Quantity	1	1
Woofer Size	5"	5.25"
Woofer Composition	Continuum	C-CAM RST II
Woofer Surround Material	Rubber	Rubber
Tweeter Size	1"	1"
Tweeter Type	Decoupled Double Dome	Hard-Dome
Aimable Tweeter	No	No
Midrange Driver	No	No
Firing Direction	rear	n/a
Physical Specs
Height	301.0mm (11.9")	283.0mm (11.1")
Width	166.0mm (6.5")	167.0mm (6.6")
Depth	232.0mm (9.1")	274.0mm (10.8")
Weight	4.70kg (10.3lbs)	5.63kg (12.4lbs)
Enclosure	Bass Reflex	Bass Reflex
Finish	MDF/Vinyl	MDF/Wood veneer
Available Colors	Matte Black, Matte White, Oak, Red Cherry	Ash,High Gloss Black,Black Oak,Satin White
Mounting Bracket	No	No
Recommended Stand Height	24-26"	24-28"
Grille	Yes	Yes
Moisture Resistancy	No	No
Connections
Biamp Inputs	Yes	Yes
Other
Parts Warranty	5 Years	5 Years
Labor Warranty	5 Years	5 Years