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KLH Kendall 2B vs B&W 607 S3 Comparison

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KLH Kendall 2B

Passive Bookshelf | 55-20k Hz

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Passive Bookshelf | 52-28k Hz

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KLH Kendall 2B vs B&W 607 S3 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Kendall 2B and 607 S3, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from KLH and Bowers Wilkins.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of KLH Kendall 2B and B&W 607 S3 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

KLH Kendall 2B Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter
  • 6.5" Aluminum Woofer
  • 55-20k Hz Frequency Response
  • 86 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:200watts
  • Weight:5.91kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 337.0" x 7-3/4" x 8-1/2"( 337.0 x 197.0 x 216.0mm )

B&W 607 S3 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Decoupled Double Dome Titanium Tweeter
  • 5" Continuum Woofer
  • 52-28k Hz Frequency Response
  • 84 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:30-100watts
  • Weight:4.65kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 300.0" x 6.5" x 9.3"( 300.0 x 166.0 x 235.0mm )

What size room are the KLH Kendall 2B and B&W 607 S3 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* KLH Kendall 2B B&W 607 S3
Near-field Poor Average
Small Room Average Good
Mid-size Room Good Average
Large Room Average Poor
Very Large Room Poor 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 KLH Kendall 2B and B&W 607 S3 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.


**This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.


Drivers

Both Kendall 2B and 607 S3 are 2-way speakers.

Driver KLH Kendall 2B B&W 607 S3
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 6.5-inch 1 x 5-inch

Kendall 2B features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Aluminum Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2500 HZ. On the other hand, the 607 S3 features a 1" Titanium Decoupled Double Dome Titanium Tweeter and 1 x 5" Continuum Woofer .

Frequency Response

Kendall 2B has a frequency range of 55-20k Hz whereas 607 S3 has a frequency range of 52-28k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 52Hz, the 607 S3 can go slightly deeper then the Kendall 2B's min frequency of 55Hz.

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

Kendall 2B
607 S3
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

KLH Kendall 2B
B&W 607 S3
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

Kendall 2B and 607 S3 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Kendall 2B sensitivity is rated at 86 dB and the 607 S3's is at 84 dB. This 2 dB difference makes the KLH Kendall 2B a more sensitive speaker compared to B&W 607 S3, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Bookshelf Speakers

Kendall 2B
607 S3
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.

Kendall 2B can handle a max power of 200 watts RMS from the amp the whereas 607 S3 has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS, 100 watts less than the Kendall 2B.

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 Kendall 2B and 607 S3 features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.

KLH Kendall 2B Terminals
KLH Kendall 2B's 5-way post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring

B&W 607 S3 Terminals
B&W 607 S3's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Both Kendall 2B and 607 S3 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

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 KLH Kendall 2B's and B&W 607 S3's external dimensions. KLH Kendall 2B has external dimensions of 337.0 x 197.0 x 216.0mm ( 13-1/4inch x 7-3/4inch x 8-1/2inch ) whereas B&W 607 S3 has external dimensions of 300.0 x 166.0 x 235.0mm ( 11.8 x 6.5 x 9.3inch) .

B&W 607 S3 is 31mm narrower and 37mm shorter than KLH Kendall 2B but it is also 19mm deeper.

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 KLH Kendall 2B is approximately 425.5cm2 / 66.0inch2 and base area of the B&W 607 S3 is approximately 390.1cm2 / 60.5inch2. The Kendall 2B requires 9% more surface area than the 607 S3 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.

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 KLH Kendall 2B weighs 5.91kg / 13lbs and the B&W 607 S3 weighs 4.65kg / 10.2lbs. This makes the Kendall 2B 27% heavier than the 607 S3.

Here is a comparison of how Kendall 2B and 607 S3's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
KLH Kendall 2B
B&W 607 S3
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of KLH Kendall 2B?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Kendall 2B:
  • 2 x 2B Loudspeaker and Grille
  • Owners Manual
  • Binding Post Wrench
  • Rubber Adhesive Feet
  • What's in the Box of B&W 607 S3?

    Here are the items that come with the 607 S3:
  • 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

  • Reasons to choose KLH Kendall 2B over Bowers & Wilkins 607 S3
    Max Input Power 200 watts vs 100 watts Handle more power from your amplifier
    Sensitivity 86 dB vs 84 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    Woofer Size 6.5 inches vs 5 inches Larger woofer

    Reasons to choose Bowers & Wilkins 607 S3 over KLH Kendall 2B

    Low Frequency Response 52 Hz vs 55 Hz Generates deeper bass
    High Frequency Response 28k Hz vs 20k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Height 300mm vs 337mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Base Surface Area 390cm2 vs 425cm2 Takes less floor space
    Price per pair* 900USD vs 999USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
    KLH Kendall 2B vs B&W 607 S3 Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General KLH Kendall 2B Bowers & Wilkins 607 S3
    Brand KLH Bowers Wilkins
    Speaker Type Bookshelf speakers Bookshelf speakers
    Power Range 200 watts 30-100 watts
    Sensitivity 86 dB 84 dB
    Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
    Impedance n/a 3.0 ohms
    Frequency Response 55-20k Hz 52-28k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 6.5" 5"
    Woofer Composition Aluminum Continuum
    Woofer Surround Material Butyl rubber Rubber
    Tweeter Size 1" 1"
    Tweeter Type Hard-Dome Decoupled Double Dome Titanium
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Crossover Frequency 2500 HZ n/a
    Firing Direction rear rear
    Physical Specs
    Height 337.0mm (13.3") 300.0mm (11.8")
    Width 197.0mm (7.8") 166.0mm (6.5")
    Depth 216.0mm (8.5") 235.0mm (9.3")
    Weight 5.91kg (13lbs) 4.65kg (10.2lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
    Finish MDF/Wood veneer MDF/Vinyl
    Available Colors Black Oak,English Walnut Matte Black, Matte White, Oak, Red Cherry
    Mounting Bracket No
    Recommended Stand Height n/a 24-26"
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs Yes Yes
    Other
    Parts Warranty 10 years 5 Years
    Labor Warranty 10 years 5 Years

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