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B&W's flagship, the 702 S3, is a functionally sophisticated floor-standing speaker that sets new standards for performance in its class. If you want the best, this is it. 702 S3's Carbon Dome tweeter is housed in an all-new Solid Body Tweeter assembly, while with its new downward-firing port configuration and the trio of Aerofoil Profile bass cones, it renders bass that’s both profoundly deep and endlessly articulate.
Improving on the last generation's S2, the flagship 702 S3 3-Way Floorstanding Speaker from Bowers & Wilkins ushers in a new standard in high-fidelity sound. It is best-suited for stereo and home theatre applications in medium to large-sized rooms. You can use these audiophile-grade floorstanders as a standalone stereo setup or as part of a multichannel surround home theatre system. Experience B&W's legendary studio-quality sound and clarity in your music, movies, TV shows and gaming sessions.
Warranty
1-year manufacturer's warranty
Key Features
- Premium-grade 3-way floorstanding speaker from B&W
- Features a 1” Decoupled Carbon Dome tweeter that sits on top of the speaker
- Incorporates a 6” Continuum cone FST driver for articulate and detailed mid-range
- Sports 3 x 6.5” Aerofoil Profile woofers for a deep bass response
- Optimum crossover tuning for amazing power, loudness and clarity
- Minimal and classy aesthetics that emanates a high-end appeal
- Inspired by technologies found in B&W's flagship and iconic speakers
- Timbre-matched with speakers from the B&W 700 S3 series
Benefits of Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) 702 S3 Floorstanding Speaker
A house for high frequencies
The 700 Series features the latest generation of B&W's iconic Solid Body Tweeter-on-Top housing. Its new, more elongated form incorporates a longer tube-loading system to produce an even more free and open sound with high frequencies. The carefully decoupled housing is milled from a single solid block of aluminium to better resist resonance.
Carbon Dome™ tweeter for sharper detail
Carbon Dome tweeters are purpose-built for the 700 Series. Delivering a dramatic improvement on the aluminium double dome tweeter, they raise the breakup threshold to 47kHz, for pinpoint imaging accuracy and detail.
Truly amazing sound
Thanks to its composite construction, the Continuum™ cone avoids the abrupt transitions in behaviour that can impair the performance of a conventional drive unit. The result is a more open, neutral performance that delivers voices and instruments with precision and transparency.
Clean and clear
Every three-way loudspeaker in the new 700 Series has a dedicated mid-range cone using four key Bowers & Wilkins technologies: the Continuum cone, FST™, Bio-mimetic Suspension and mid-range decoupling, the latter ensuring minimal interference from the operation of the loudspeaker’s bass drivers.
A triumph of science
Developed using advanced computer modelling techniques, the Aerofoil™ Profile bass cone has variable thickness, providing stiffness and rigidity where it’s needed most. The result: deep and dynamic bass.
Technical Specifications of Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 Floorstanding Speaker
| Brand & Model # |
B&W 702 S3
|
| Technical features |
Solid Body Tweeter-on-Top Continuum™ cone FST™ midrange Decoupled midrange Aerofoil™ Profile bass cones Flowport™ |
|
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3-way vented-box system
|
| Drive units |
1x ø25mm (1 in) Decoupled Carbon Dome high-frequency
1x ø150mm (6 in) Continuum cone FST midrange3x ø165mm (6.5 in) Aerofoil Profile bass |
|
|
28Hz to 33kHz
|
| Frequency response |
46Hz - 28kHz ±3dB
|
| Harmonic distortion |
2nd and 3rd harmonics (90dB, 1m on axis)
<1% 86Hz - 28kHz<0.5% 110Hz - 20kHz |
| Sensitivity | 90dB spl (2.83Vrms, 1m) |
| Nominal Impedance | 8Ω (minimum 3.1Ω) |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 30W - 300W into 8Ω on unclipped programme |
| Max recommended cable impedance | 0.1Ω |
| Cabinet finishes | Gloss Black Satin White Mocha |
| Grille finishes | Black Grey (Satin White only) |
| Dimensions |
Height: 1010 mm (39.8 in) cabinet only
1138 mm (44.8 in) including tweeter and plinthWidth: 192 mm (7.6 in) cabinet only 290 mm (11.4 in) including plinth Depth: 354 mm (13.9 in) cabinet only 391 mm (15.4 in) including grille and terminals 410 mm (16.1 in) including plinth |
| Weight |
33.46kg (73.8 lb)
|
Frequently Asked Questions
The following are some common questions asked about this product:
What makes the B&W 702 S3 stand out?
The Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 is noted for its exceptional sound quality and advanced technology derived from higher-end models like the 802. It features a unique driver configuration that allows for superior bass articulation and clarity. The speaker is designed to deliver a balanced sound profile, making it suitable for both music and home theater applications.
What type of flooring is suitable for these speakers?
The B&W 702 S3 is designed to perform well on both wood floors and carpets. It includes a plinth that features metal legs and stainless steel spikes to ensure stability and optimal coupling with the floor surface.
B&W's flagship, the 702 S3, is a functionally sophisticated floor-standing speaker that sets new standards for performance in its class. If you want the best, this is it. 702 S3's Carbon Dome tweeter is housed in an all-new Solid Body Tweeter assembly, while with its new downward-firing port configuration and the trio of Aerofoil Profile bass cones, it renders bass that’s both profoundly deep and endlessly articulate.
Improving on the last generation's S2, the flagship 702 S3 3-Way Floorstanding Speaker from Bowers & Wilkins ushers in a new standard in high-fidelity sound. It is best-suited for stereo and home theatre applications in medium to large-sized rooms. You can use these audiophile-grade floorstanders as a standalone stereo setup or as part of a multichannel surround home theatre system. Experience B&W's legendary studio-quality sound and clarity in your music, movies, TV shows and gaming sessions.
Warranty
1-year manufacturer's warranty
Key Features
- Premium-grade 3-way floorstanding speaker from B&W
- Features a 1” Decoupled Carbon Dome tweeter that sits on top of the speaker
- Incorporates a 6” Continuum cone FST driver for articulate and detailed mid-range
- Sports 3 x 6.5” Aerofoil Profile woofers for a deep bass response
- Optimum crossover tuning for amazing power, loudness and clarity
- Minimal and classy aesthetics that emanates a high-end appeal
- Inspired by technologies found in B&W's flagship and iconic speakers
- Timbre-matched with speakers from the B&W 700 S3 series
Benefits of Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) 702 S3 Floorstanding Speaker
A house for high frequencies
The 700 Series features the latest generation of B&W's iconic Solid Body Tweeter-on-Top housing. Its new, more elongated form incorporates a longer tube-loading system to produce an even more free and open sound with high frequencies. The carefully decoupled housing is milled from a single solid block of aluminium to better resist resonance.
Carbon Dome™ tweeter for sharper detail
Carbon Dome tweeters are purpose-built for the 700 Series. Delivering a dramatic improvement on the aluminium double dome tweeter, they raise the breakup threshold to 47kHz, for pinpoint imaging accuracy and detail.
Truly amazing sound
Thanks to its composite construction, the Continuum™ cone avoids the abrupt transitions in behaviour that can impair the performance of a conventional drive unit. The result is a more open, neutral performance that delivers voices and instruments with precision and transparency.
Clean and clear
Every three-way loudspeaker in the new 700 Series has a dedicated mid-range cone using four key Bowers & Wilkins technologies: the Continuum cone, FST™, Bio-mimetic Suspension and mid-range decoupling, the latter ensuring minimal interference from the operation of the loudspeaker’s bass drivers.
A triumph of science
Developed using advanced computer modelling techniques, the Aerofoil™ Profile bass cone has variable thickness, providing stiffness and rigidity where it’s needed most. The result: deep and dynamic bass.
Technical Specifications of Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 Floorstanding Speaker
| Brand & Model # |
B&W 702 S3
|
| Technical features |
Solid Body Tweeter-on-Top Continuum™ cone FST™ midrange Decoupled midrange Aerofoil™ Profile bass cones Flowport™ |
|
|
3-way vented-box system
|
| Drive units |
1x ø25mm (1 in) Decoupled Carbon Dome high-frequency
1x ø150mm (6 in) Continuum cone FST midrange3x ø165mm (6.5 in) Aerofoil Profile bass |
|
|
28Hz to 33kHz
|
| Frequency response |
46Hz - 28kHz ±3dB
|
| Harmonic distortion |
2nd and 3rd harmonics (90dB, 1m on axis)
<1% 86Hz - 28kHz<0.5% 110Hz - 20kHz |
| Sensitivity | 90dB spl (2.83Vrms, 1m) |
| Nominal Impedance | 8Ω (minimum 3.1Ω) |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | 30W - 300W into 8Ω on unclipped programme |
| Max recommended cable impedance | 0.1Ω |
| Cabinet finishes | Gloss Black Satin White Mocha |
| Grille finishes | Black Grey (Satin White only) |
| Dimensions |
Height: 1010 mm (39.8 in) cabinet only
1138 mm (44.8 in) including tweeter and plinthWidth: 192 mm (7.6 in) cabinet only 290 mm (11.4 in) including plinth Depth: 354 mm (13.9 in) cabinet only 391 mm (15.4 in) including grille and terminals 410 mm (16.1 in) including plinth |
| Weight |
33.46kg (73.8 lb)
|
Frequently Asked Questions
The following are some common questions asked about this product:
What makes the B&W 702 S3 stand out?
The Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 is noted for its exceptional sound quality and advanced technology derived from higher-end models like the 802. It features a unique driver configuration that allows for superior bass articulation and clarity. The speaker is designed to deliver a balanced sound profile, making it suitable for both music and home theater applications.
What type of flooring is suitable for these speakers?
The B&W 702 S3 is designed to perform well on both wood floors and carpets. It includes a plinth that features metal legs and stainless steel spikes to ensure stability and optimal coupling with the floor surface.
Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) 702 S3 Floorstanding Speaker (Pair)
Country of Origin: China