ASW608 is a Sealed type Powered Subwoofer by Bowers Wilkins with a frequency range of 32-140 Hz. It features 1 x 8" Paper/Aramid Fiber Woofer, and powered by a 200 watts amplifier.
ASW608 is a member of Bowers Wilkins's 600 S2 Anniversary Edition series of Powered subwoofers. 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 subwoofers as well as review and comparison links.
Bowers Wilkins 600 S2 Anniversary Edition Series Speakers
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Frequency Response
B&W ASW608 has a Frequency response range of 32-140 Hz at ±3dB.
Here we have a comparison of how ASW608's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Powered Subwoofers
High Frequency
Subwoofer Speakers
Among all subwoofers in our database with a max MSRP price of 750$, these are the 5 Powered Subwoofer models that can reach deeper bass levels than the B&W ASW608's 32Hz:
Low-Pass CrossoverB&W ASW608 has a variable Low-pass filter (LFP) which lets you choose a frequency level between 25-140 Hz in order to block any frequencies above that point from reaching the amplifier.
B&W ASW608 Back View
Inputs and Outputs
- PreampLevel Inputs: Stereo RCA/LFE
- SpeakerLevel Inputs: Yes
- SpeakerLevel Outputs: No
- Wireless: No
B&W ASW608 External Dimensions and Weight
B&W ASW608 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 10-11/16 x 10-1/4 x 13-3/4inch (272.0 x 261.0 x 350.0mm ).
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 ASW608 is approximately 913.5cm2 / 141.6inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of B&W ASW608, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
B&W ASW608 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the B&W ASW608 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.
B&W ASW608 Subwoofer next to a Media Stand
WeightThe B&W ASW608 weighs 8.86kg / 19.5lbs. Weight of a subwoofer is an important factor when you need to move and reposition the unit often to find the optimal positioning, also known as 'Subwoofer Crawling'. Here is a comparison of how ASW608's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
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Cabinet type and Materials
B&W ASW608 has a
Acoustic Suspension type cabinet. Acoustic suspension aka Sealed subwoofers are preferred for music oriented systems whereas the Ported subwoofers are generally accepted to be more suitable for home theatre systems.
Port Position
B&W ASW608 is a front-firing port speaker , which gives you more flexibility compared to rear firing speakers when you need to place it close against a wall or other surfaces.
Does the B&W ASW608 come with a Grille?
ASW608 comes with grilles. 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.
B&W ASW608 with Grille
What's in the Box of B&W ASW608?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of ASW608:
Powered subwooferGrille6.5-feet AC power cord4 Rubber feet4 Spike feet4 Lock-nutsManualBowers & Wilkins brochureWarranty Information
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Bowers & Wilkins ASW608.
Warranty
2 Years of parts warranty and 2 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.