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Bowers Wilkins 607 S2 AE Review
Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition

Main Features

  • 1" Decoupled Double Dome Tweeter
  • 5" Continuum Woofer
  • 52-28k Hz Frequency Response
  • 84 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range: 30-100watts
  • Weight:10.34 lbs / 4.70 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 11-13/16"x6-1/2"x9-1/8" / 301.0 x 166.0 x 232.0mm
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Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Bowers Wilkins. It features a 1" Decoupled Double Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5" Continuum Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 52-28k Hz and a sensitivity of 84 dB. B&W 607 S2 has an MSRP of 799$ per pair but can often be found around 679$ per pair.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the B&W 607 S2 is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:

Listening Environment* Suitability
Near-fieldAverage
Small RoomGood
Mid-size RoomAverage
Large RoomPoor
Very Large RoomBad

(* 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.)

Bowers Wilkins replaced the older BW 607 with this model. Follow the link to read our detailed comparison of these models:
Compare B&W 607 S2 vs B&W 607

Bowers Wilkins's 600 S2 Anniversary Edition Series of Loudspeakers

607 S2 AE is a member of Bowers Wilkins's 600 S2 Anniversary Edition series of Passive speakers. The first generation of B&W 600 series was introduced in 1996 and sold more than 1 million in 25 years in six different generation. To celebrate the 25th year of the series, B&W introduced the S2 Anniversary Edition, which is the seventh generation of the series. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Bowers Wilkins 600 S2 Anniversary Edition Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
B&W 606 S2
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52-28k Hz 88 dB8Ω 1 x 6.5"
B&W 607 S2
52-28k Hz 84 dB8Ω 1 x 5"
B&W 603 S2
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48-28k Hz 88.5 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"
BW HTM6 S2
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72-28k Hz 87 dB8Ω 2 x 5"
Bowers Wilkins 600 S2 Anniversary Edition Series Speakers
Bowers Wilkins 600 S2 Anniversary Edition Series Speakers


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Frequency Response of the B&W 607 S2 Speaker

B&W 607 S2 has a Frequency response range of 52-28k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 30-100 watts. With a minimum frequency of 52 Hz, 607 S2 AE delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.

To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with B&W 607 S2, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $1000. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how 607 S2 AE's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
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B&W 607 S2 Woofer
B&W 607 S2's Continuum Woofer


B&W 607 S2 Tweeter
B&W 607 S2's Aluminum Decoupled Double Dome Tweeter

B&W 607 S2 Crossover
B&W 607 S2 Crossover

Impedance and Sensitivity

B&W 607 S2's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms but can go down to as low as 3.0 ohms, and has a sensitivity of 84 dB.

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8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

With a sensitivity level of only 84 dB, Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps.

Minimum Impedance of the B&W 607 S2

Even though the nominal impedance of the 607 S2 AE is 8 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Bowers Wilkins is 3.0 ohms Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.

Check the amplifiers that are in a similar price range to the B&W 607 S2:

  • Integrated Amps under 750 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 1000 USD
  • Integrated Amps under 1500 USD
  • All Integrated Amplifiers

Input Type

607 S2 AE has Binding post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring. Bi-wiring can enhance the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by using separate speaker wires for the low and high-frequency drivers from a single amplifier. Bi-amping, on the other hand, involves using separate amplifiers for the high and low-frequency drivers, potentially resulting in a greater dynamic range and reduced distortion.

B&W 607 S2 Back View
B&W 607 S2 Back View

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

B&W 607 S2 External Dimensions and Weight

B&W 607 S2 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 11-13/16 x 6-1/2 x 9-1/8inch (301.0 x 166.0 x 232.0mm ).

Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base area of B&W 607 S2 is approximately 385.1cm2 / 59.7inch2.

To get a better perspective on the real life size of B&W 607 S2, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).

B&W 607 S2 Real Life Body Size Comparison
B&W 607 S2 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc

Here we place the B&W 607 S2 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.

B&W 607 S2 placed next to an amplifier and turntable
B&W 607 S2 Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable

Weight

The B&W 607 S2 weighs 4.70kg / 10.3lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how 607 S2 AE's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

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Cabinet type and Materials

B&W 607 S2 has a Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Vinyl finish. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.

Speaker Feet

B&W 607 S2 comes with 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on.

It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.

Port Position

B&W 607 S2 is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe. 607 S2 AE comes with 2 Two-piece foam port plugs so if you don't have any choice but place the speakers too close to the walls or other surfaces, you can use these plugs in order to avoid boomy or too much bass.

Available colors

B&W 607 S2 is available in Matte Black, Matte White, Oak and Red Cherry.

Wall Mounting

607 S2 AE doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.

Speaker Stands

Bowers Wilkins sells a dedicated speaker stand for the 607 S2 AE with a model name Bower Wilkins STAV24 S2. You can check the latest price and availability of these stands at B&H PHOTO and Amazon.

Bower Wilkins STAV24 S2 for B&W 607 S2
Bower Wilkins STAV24 S2 Speaker Stands for B&W 607 S2

Does the B&W 607 S2 come with a Grille?

607 S2 AE comes with magnetic grilles in Black and Grey color choices. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible. Since the included grille of the 607 S2 AE is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.

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
  • Recommended Accessories

    Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition.

    • Speaker Cable and Connectors
      • Speaker Cables with Banana Plugs: If you know the lenght of the cable you need, this is the easier option to connect your speakers with your amp.
      • Speaker Cables without Connectors: If you are not sure about the lenght or need longer than standard cables with plugs, choose this option.
      • Banana Connectors and Plugs: If you chose the cables without connectors option or already have some cable around, pick the banana plugs separately.
    • Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators more affordable options too.
    • Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.
    • Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.

    User's Manual

    For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
    Download User Manual for B&W 607 S2

    Official Brochure

    Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition speaker:
    Official Brochure for B&W 607 S2

    Official Product Page

    Official manufacturer's product page for the Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition speaker can be found below:
    Official Product Page for B&W 607 S2

    Warranty

    5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.

    Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition Alternatives in Passive Bookshelf Speakers
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    B&W 607 S2 Detailed Specifications

    General
    BrandBowers Wilkins
    Full Model NameBowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition
    Speaker Type2-way Bookshelf
    Power Range30-100 watts
    Sensitivity84 dB
    Impedance8 ohms
    Frequency Response52-28k Hz
    DRIVERS
    Woofer Size5-inch
    Woofer CompositionContinuum
    Woofer SurroundRubber
    Tweeter Size1-inch
    Tweeter TypeDecoupled Double Dome
    Port Positionrear

    CONNECTIONS
    Connector TypeBinding post
    Biamp InputsYes
    Port Positionrear
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height301.0mm ( 11-13/16-inch)
    Width166.0mm ( 6-1/2-inch)
    Depth232.0mm ( 9-1/8-inch)
    Height301.0mm ( 11-13/16-inch)
    Weight4.70kg ( 10.34 lbs)
    EnclosureBass Reflex
    FinishMDF/Vinyl
    Available ColorsMatte Black, Matte White, Oak, Red Cherry
    Mounting BracketNo
    Recommended Stand Height24-26
    GrilleYes
    Moisture ResistanceNo
    OTHER
    Handheld RemoteNo
    Parts Warranty5 Years
    Labor Warranty5 Years
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