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Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3 Bookshelf speakers (White)

Item # 749606S3WH

The elegant 606 S3 speakers deliver pristine highs and clear mids thanks to their cutting-edge driver technologies.

The elegant 606 S3 speakers deliver pristine highs and clear mids thanks to their cutting-edge driver technologies.

Item # 749606S3WH

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About the Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3

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Product highlights:

  • Featured in our article: Best stereo speakers for 2025
  • 2-way design
  • 1" Decoupled Double Dome titanium tweeter
  • 6-1/2" Continuum™ cone FST (Fixed Suspension Transducer) midrange/bass driver
  • bass-reflex cabinet with rear-firing Flowport™
  • frequency response: 52-28,000 Hz (±3 dB)
  • sensitivity: 88 dB
  • impedance: 8 ohms
  • recommended amplifier power: 30-120 watts
  • dual binding post speaker terminals allow bi-amping or bi-wiring
  • optimized crossover design including upgraded capacitors
  • acoustically transparent, removable magnetic grille
Dimensions and warranty:
  • 7-1/2"W x 13-11/16"H x 12-15/16"D (including grille and terminals)
  • weight: 15.5 lbs. (each)
  • warranty: 5 years
  • MFR # FP43915
  • Item # 749606S3WH

Our take

Sound profile: Neutral
Detail/Clarity score 9.3
Bass score 8
Vocals score 9.2
Customers love these speakers for their minimalist design
Inferred by AI from our extensive research and customer reviews

Separate amplifier required.

What's in the box:

Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3 owner's manual

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  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • 2 Two-piece foam port plugs
  • 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet
  • 4 Jumper-straps (pre-installed)
  • Manual
  • Safety & Warranty Booklet
  • Online Registration Card

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More details on the Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3

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Features & specs

Cabinet & design
Enclosure Ported
Finish MDF/Vinyl
Color White
Recommended stand height (inches) 24-26
Wall-mountable No
Bracket included No
Connector type Binding post
Bi-amp inputs Yes
Driver details
Tweeter type Hard-Dome
Tweeter size (inches) 1
Midrange size (inches) N/A
Woofer size (inches) 6.5
Woofer composition Continuum
Woofer surround Rubber
Audio specs
Power range (watts) 30-120
Sensitivity 88 dB
Impedance (ohms) 8
Frequency response 52-28k Hz
Dimensions & other info
Height (inches) 13-5/8
Width (inches) 7-1/2
Depth (inches) 12-7/8
Weight (pounds) 15.5
Parts warranty 5 Years
Labor warranty 5 Years

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Features

1" Decoupled Double Dome Titanium Tweeter: The Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3 bookshelf loudspeaker adopts their all new 1" Decoupled Double Dome Titanium Tweeter, a refined and upgraded version of their previous and proven Decoupled Double Dome tweeter, that delivers exceptional resolution and detail with smooth, clear high-frequency reproduction. The new Decoupled Double Dome tweeter uses a thin and light titanium dome, surrounded by a thicker ring, to prevent audible distortion. Decoupling also helps prevent cabinet vibrations reaching the tweeter. Synthetic gel cushions the decoupled tweeter, with the assembly isolated from the mounting hardware. In addition, the 1" Decoupled Double Dome Titanium tweeter features a new and even more acoustically transparent grille mesh. The result is a more natural, spacious, and accurate sound.

6.5" Continuum Cone Woofer: To complement the 1" titanium dome tweeter, the 606 S3 bookshelf loudspeaker uses a single 6.5" Continuum cone midbass/midrange driver. Thanks to its composite construction, the Continuum cone provides a smooth and accurate sound by avoiding the abrupt transitions in behavior that can impair the performance of a conventional drive unit and cause distortion. As a result, voice and instruments are delivered with purity and precision.

Optimized Crossover Design: The Bowers & Wilkins 600 Series 606 S3 bookshelf loudspeaker benefits from a new optimized crossover design featuring carefully selected components, offering greater detail from your music.

Flowport Technology: The B&W 606 S3 bookshelf speaker utilizes Flowport Technology to create smooth, deep, and efficient bass response. Its bass reflex enclosure features a rear-firing, dimpled flared port that provides natural bass response without turbulent noise or distortion. If you want to reduce the volume of bass without moving the speaker further from the wall, fit the included foam plug into the rear-firing port for lesser bass response.

Note: You can adjust the bookshelf speaker's low-frequency performance using the supplied foam plug. The foam plug is two-pieces, allowing for a degree of fine-tuning using either the outer, larger-diameter piece in isolation or the two parts together. Using solely the outer, larger-diameter foam piece will deliver less bass attenuation than the complete foam plug assembly.

Acoustically Transparent Magnetic Grille: The Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3 bookshelf loudspeaker comes with an acoustically transparent magnetic grille that's easy to install, looks great, and doesn't get in the way of the sound.

Dual Binding Post Terminals: The bookshelf speaker has two sets of binding posts connected by jumper straps. The binding post terminals will accept bare wire, pin connectors, spade connectors, or banana plugs (single only). There are plastic inserts that will need to be removed from the binding post terminals in order to use banana plugs. Using the dual binding posts terminals, you can choose to bi-amp or bi-wire the speaker.

  • Bi-Wiring: Bi-wiring can provide noticeable improvements in the overall transparency of your loudspeakers. Run separate speaker wires to the low & high frequency drivers from a single amplifier.
  • Bi-Amping: Bi-amping allows you to use separate amplifiers for the high & low frequency sections of your loudspeaker for greater dynamic range & lower distortion. We recommend that your separate amplifiers have identical gain to preserve the speaker's voicing balance.

Note: Make sure the jumper straps between the dual binding post terminals are removed when making a bi-amp or bi-wire type of connection.

Mounting & Placement Options: The Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3 bookshelf loudspeakers can be placed on a set of speaker stands (sold separately - see Accessories Tab), a table-top, shelf, or other piece of AV furniture. The included self-adhesive rubber feet prevent unwanted vibration and protect your furniture from scratches (the feet add approximately 0.1875" to the overall height of the speaker). The B&W 606 S3 bookshelf speaker should be positioned as close to ear level of the main seated listening position as possible. Moving the speaker further from the walls will generally reduce the volume of bass. Space behind the speakers will also help to create an aural impression of depth. Conversely, moving the speakers closer to the walls will increase the volume of bass.

  • Stereo Setup: The bookshelf speakers should be positioned between 4.9375' and 9.875' apart at two corners of an equilateral triangle completed by the listening area at the third corner. The speakers should be approximately 1.625' away from the back wall, and at least 1.625' away from any side walls.
  • Home Theater: If the bookshelf speakers are to be used for the front channels in a home theater system, position the speakers within approximately 1.625' of the sides of the TV screen to keep the sound image in scale with the visual image. The speakers should ideally be at least 1.625' away from any side walls.

Note: The B&W speaker does not come with a mounting bracket, threaded insert, or keyhole slot to wall-mount the speaker.

600 Series: The Bowers & Wilkins 600 Series is designed for music and movie lover in mind. The 600 Series delivers Bowers & Wilkins' storied sound in simple 2ch stereo applications or more complex home theater setups. The 600 Series consists of one floorstanding loudspeaker (603 S3), two bookshelf loudspeakers (S606 S3 / S606 S3), and a center-channel loudspeaker (HTM6 S3) - all sold separately.

Optional Powered Sub: If you want even more immersive bass sound, add one of Bowers & Wilkins powered subs (sold separately).

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Customer Q&A

3 questions already asked

Q
What would be a good receiver for these speakers with center? I was looking at the Denon 3800H but they think it may be more than I need.
bruce  May 20, 2025
1 answer
A
Any receiver that can output up to 120 watts RMS per channel can work with these speakers including that Denon model. We have product advisors that can be reached by calling 1-800-324-9695 who can discuss your goals and preferences to give you a personal recommendation on one to use with these speakers
jason  May 20, 2025 (Staff)
Q
How does the 606 companies to the 607 s2?
dale w  Mar 26, 2024
1 answer
A
The 606 S3 has a larger woofer and is a bit more sensitive than the 607 S2's, Dale. The 606 S3 is also rated for slightly higher wattage at 120-watts RMS maximum, so you can pair them with more powerful amplifiers if you choose!
bo  Mar 26, 2024 (Staff)
Q
what type or size banana clips are used to connect speaker wires?
henry  Jan 15, 2025
1 answer
A
These speakers can work with all single banana plugs. Its posts are too far apart to work with the dual banana plugs. You can find the banana plugs we offer using this link: https://www.crutchfield.com/g_22113/Banana-Connectors-Plugs.html
jason  Jan 15, 2025 (Staff)

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