In this review, we will be comparing Omada No.1 and 607 S2 AE, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from Focal and Bowers Wilkins.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Focal Omada No.1 and B&W 607 S2 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Focal Omada No.1 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Inverted Hard-Dome Tweeter
- 6.5" Carbon Fiber + Polymer Woofer
- 56-30k Hz Frequency Response
- 89.5 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:25-120watts
- Weight:7.00kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 388.0" x 8-5/8" x 10-3/4"( 388.0 x 220.0 x 274.0mm )
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 )
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Focal Omada No.1 and B&W 607 S2 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 Omada No.1 and 607 S2 AE are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Focal Omada No.1 |
B&W 607 S2 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
1 x 5-inch
|
Omada No.1 features a 1" Al/Mg Inverted Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Carbon Fiber + Polymer Woofer . On the other hand, the 607 S2 AE features a 1" Aluminum Decoupled Double Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5" Continuum Woofer .
Frequency Response
Omada No.1 has a frequency range of 56-30k Hz whereas 607 S2 AE has a frequency range of 52-28k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 52Hz, the 607 S2 AE can go slightly deeper then the Omada No.1's min frequency of 56Hz.
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
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High Frequency
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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
Omada No.1 and 607 S2 AE have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Omada No.1 sensitivity is rated at 89.5 dB and the 607 S2 AE's is at 84 dB. This 6 dB difference makes the Focal Omada No.1 a more sensitive speaker compared to B&W 607 S2, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
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.
Omada No.1 can handle a max power of 120 watts RMS from the amp the whereas 607 S2 AE has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS, 20 watts less than the Omada No.1.
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
607 S2 AE features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Omada No.1 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
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Omada No.1 has a front firing port whereas 607 S2 AE has a rear firing ports. Focal Omada No.1's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to B&W 607 S2 with its rear-firing port.
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 Focal Omada No.1's and B&W 607 S2's external dimensions. Focal Omada No.1 has external dimensions of 388.0 x 220.0 x 274.0mm ( 15-1/4inch x 8-5/8inch x 10-3/4inch ) whereas 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) .
Focal Omada No.1 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 54mm wider, 87mm taller and 42mm deeper than B&W 607 S2.
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 Focal Omada No.1 is approximately 602.8cm2 / 93.4inch2 and base area of the B&W 607 S2 is approximately 385.1cm2 / 59.7inch2. The Omada No.1 requires 57% more surface area than the 607 S2 AE which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.