B&W 607 S2 vs Revel M106 Comparison

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B&W 607 S2 vs Revel M106 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing 607 S2 AE and M106, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from Bowers Wilkins and Revel.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of B&W 607 S2 and Revel M106 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key Specs	B&W 607 S2	Revel M106
Design	2-way	2-way
Tweeter	1" Decoupled Double Dome	1" Hard-Dome with Acoustic Lens Waveguide
Woofer	5" Continuum	6.5" Aluminum
Frequency response	52-28k Hz	59Hz- 20kHz
Sensitivity	84 dB	87 dB
Impedance	8 ohms	8 ohms
Power range	30-100 watts	50-150 watts
Weight	4.70kg / 10.3lbs	8.41kg / 18.5lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)	11-13/16" x 6-1/2" x 9-1/8" 301.0 x 166.0 x 232.0mm	15-1/16" x 8-1/4" x 11" 383.0 x 210.0 x 280.0mm

What size room are the B&W 607 S2 and Revel M106 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	Revel M106
Near-field	Average	Poor
Small Room	Good	Average
Mid-size Room	Average	Good
Large Room	Poor	Average
Very Large Room	Bad	Poor

(* 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.)

The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.

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Drivers

Both 607 S2 AE and M106 are 2-way speakers.

B&W 607 S2

Revel M106

TweeterWoofer

Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.

Driver	B&W 607 S2	Revel M106
Driver Setup	2-way	2-way
Tweeter	1-inch	1-inch
Midrange	-	-
Woofer	1 x 5-inch	1 x 6.5-inch

607 S2 AE features a 1" Aluminum Decoupled Double Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5" Continuum Woofer. On the other hand, the M106 features a 1" aluminum Hard-Dome with Acoustic Lens Waveguide Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Aluminum Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2300Hz.

Frequency Response

607 S2 AE has a frequency range of 52-28k Hz whereas M106 has a frequency range of 59Hz- 20kHz. With a minimum frequency of 52Hz, the 607 S2 AE can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the M106's min frequency of 59Hz.

The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.

Low Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

607 S2 AE

M106

Min

Average

Median

Neither pair reaches down to 20Hz, the usual definition of full-range, which is normal for speakers of this size. If you want the bottom octave for movies or bass-heavy music, add a subwoofer to whichever you choose. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Impedance and Sensitivity

607 S2 AE and M106 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 M106's is at 87 dB. This 3 dB difference makes the Revel M106 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

M106

Min

Average

Median

Power Range

Power range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. Staying within that range gives nominal performance; driving the speaker beyond its maximum wattage can damage it.

M106 can handle a max power of 150 watts RMS, whereas 607 S2 AE has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS, 50 watts less than the M106.

Note that higher power handling does not make a speaker louder: that depends mainly on sensitivity and impedance. The calculator below shows how loud each of these actually plays on a real amplifier.

Which plays louder on your amplifier?

Starting with a popular amplifier — change it to the one you own, or any you are considering, and watch both numbers move.

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B&W 607 S2

Revel M106

Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

607 S2 AE features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. M106 has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

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

Revel M106's Binding post terminals

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Both 607 S2 AE and M106 have rear firing ports. Rear ported speakers generally need more room between the backside of the speaker and the wall compared to sealed and front/bottom ported speakers. Placing the speakers too close to the walls may cause the bass to sound boomy.

If you are limited in space and can't get the speakers away from the backwall, check our Speakers with Front Firing Ports page.

Physical Specs

The size of a speaker can sometimes be 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 Revel M106'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 Revel M106 has external dimensions of 383.0 x 210.0 x 280.0mm (15-1/16 x 8-1/4 x 11inch).

Revel M106 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 44mm wider, 82mm taller and 48mm deeper than B&W 607 S2.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of B&W 607 S2 and Revel M106 in scale.

Comparison image of B&W 607 S2 and Revel M106 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 Revel M106 is approximately 588.0cm² / 91.1inch². The 607 S2 AE requires 35% less surface area than the M106 which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.

Here is 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 Revel M106 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 Revel M106 weighs 8.41kg / 18.5lbs. This makes the M106 79% heavier than the 607 S2 AE.

Here is a comparison of how 607 S2 AE and M106's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers

B&W 607 S2

Revel M106

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 Revel M106?

Here are the items that come with the M106:

Bookshelf loudspeaker
Grille
Foam port plug
Owners Manual

Reasons to choose Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition over Revel Performa3 M106

Low Frequency Response	52 Hz vs 59 Hz	Generates deeper bass
High Frequency Response	28k Hz vs 20k Hz	Generates higher frequency
Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring	Yes vs No	Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections
Height	301mm vs 383mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Base Surface Area	385cm² vs 588cm²	Takes less floor space
Price per pair*	799USD vs 2200USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

Reasons to choose Revel Performa3 M106 over Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition

Max Input Power	150 watts vs 100 watts	Handle more power from your amplifier
Sensitivity	87 dB vs 84 dB	Play louder with same amount of amplification power
Woofer Size	6.5 inches vs 5 inches	Larger woofer

B&W 607 S2 vs Revel M106 Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

General	Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition	Revel Performa3 M106
Brand	Bowers Wilkins	Revel
Speaker Type	Bookshelf speakers	Bookshelf speakers
Power Range	30-100 watts	50-150 watts
Sensitivity	84 dB	87 dB
Impedance	8 ohms	8 ohms
Impedance	3.0 ohms	n/a
Frequency Response	52-28k Hz	59Hz- 20kHz
Drivers
Woofer Quantity	1	1
Woofer Size	5"	6.5"
Woofer Composition	Continuum	Aluminum
Woofer Surround Material	Rubber	Rubber
Tweeter Size	1"	1"
Tweeter Type	Decoupled Double Dome	Hard-Dome with Acoustic Lens Waveguide
Aimable Tweeter	No	No
Midrange Driver	No	No
Crossover Frequency	n/a	2300Hz
Firing Direction	rear	rear
Physical Specs
Height	301.0mm (11.9")	383.0mm (15.1")
Width	166.0mm (6.5")	210.0mm (8.3")
Depth	232.0mm (9.1")	280.0mm (11")
Weight	4.70kg (10.3lbs)	8.41kg (18.5lbs)
Enclosure	Bass Reflex	Bass Reflex
Finish	MDF/Vinyl	Wood/Lacquer
Available Colors	Matte Black, Matte White, Oak, Red Cherry	Gloss Walnut,Piano Black
Mounting Bracket	No	No
Recommended Stand Height	24-26"	24-25"
Grille	Yes	Yes
Moisture Resistancy	No	No
Connections
Biamp Inputs	Yes	No
Other
Parts Warranty	5 Years	5 Years
Labor Warranty	5 Years	5 Years

Verdict

These sit in different price classes - Revel M106 costs roughly 2.8x what B&W 607 S2 does. Expect it to lead on paper; the question is whether the gap is audible enough in your room to be worth it.

Area	Better	Why
Bass	A	B&W 607 S2 digs deeper - 52Hz against 59Hz. A subwoofer would even that out.
Amplifier needs	B	Revel M106 is more sensitive (87dB vs 84dB), so it goes louder on the same amplifier.
Headroom	B	Revel M106 takes more power (150W vs 100W) - more in hand in a big room.
Size	depends	B&W 607 S2 is easier to place; Revel M106 is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides.
Expandability	depends	B&W 607 S2: bi-amping. Revel M106 sits in a wider range (8 models), so a matched surround system is easier later.
Price	A	B&W 607 S2 is cheaper - $799 against $2,200, about 64% less; arguably a different class.

A B&W 607 S2 B Revel M106
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, placement or how you will use them. Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.

Which should you choose?

Revel M106 is ahead, but only on 1 of the measured areas, and it costs about 64% more. That is a lot of money for a narrow margin on paper - B&W 607 S2 looks like the sensible buy unless something else about the Revel M106 appeals to you. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 59Hz anyway, so judge these on the other rows instead. Match it to your room: we rate B&W 607 S2 the better fit for near-field listening and a small room, and Revel M106 for a mid-size room and a large room.

And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.