The Bowers & Wilkins CWM7.3 S2 ranks #21 out of 27 total In-Wall & In-Ceiling Speakers for sound quality. See all Passive Home rankings for every top pick.
Brand: Bowers & Wilkins
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#21 Bowers & Wilkins CWM7.3 S2: $5,600 per pair B&H Photo Video eBay
Same family: the Bowers & Wilkins CWM 7.5 S2 (smaller in-wall, ranked lower, estimated 3/5).
Pros: A three-way in-wall speaker from B&W’s Reference series with two 6” Aerofoil bass drivers, a 4” Continuum midrange and a 1” Carbon Dome tweeter. Erin measured a preference score of 2.57 that reaches 5.36 with an ideal subwoofer, with 0.59 listening window deviation. Measured bass extension of 63.0Hz (-3dB).
Cons: The on-axis response is uneven (1.66 average deviation) in Erin’s measurements. Bass reaches 63.0Hz (-3dB) and about 43Hz (-10dB).
How it compares: Just above it: Focal 1000 IWLCR6 - $100 cheaper. Just below it: MartinLogan Tribute 5XW - $700 more.
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 43.4Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 63.0Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Drivers | 2x 6” Aerofoil bass drivers, 4” Continuum midrange, 1” Carbon Dome tweeter |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 2.57 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 5.36 |
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