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Bowers & Wilkins 685 S2

Bowers & Wilkins 685 S2

49 reviews

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We have collected and analyzed 14 expert reviews and 35 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 87/100 and users rate it 96/100. The average review date is Mar 13, 2016. We have compared these reviews to 1095970 reviews from other Speakers. The alaScore™ for this product is 91/100 = Excellent. Last update: Apr 26, 2024.

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Expert review by : Ty Pendlebury (cnet.com)

B&W 685 S2 review

It's been said many times but I'll say it again: If you want to get the best performance from your home audio system, spend your money on speakers. Not on the receiver, or the amp, or the source device or (please, no) the cables, but on the speakers.

The Bowers and Wilkins 685 S2 bookshelf speakers offer excellent sound quality in an attractive, stand-mountable package. Their versatile sound can handle both music and movies well. The redesigned tweeter offers better insight into recordings without...

Bass could go deeper; somewhat uninspiring looks.

Whether you listen to death metal or nature documentaries, the Bowers and Wilkins B&W 685 S2s are an astoundingly good set of speakers and an excellent deal at this price level.

Oct, 2014

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Expert review by : Al Griffin (Soundstage Access (GoodSound.com))

Bowers & Wilkins 685 S2 Loudspeakers

Anyone looking for an easy entry into the audiophile world would be well served by the Bowers & Wilkins 685 S2. For a $699/pair speaker, it hits most of the high-end high points: precise imaging, refined detail, ample dynamics. And for the speaker's...

Feb, 2017

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

B&W 685 S2 review

They may have lost a star, but the 685 S2s remain highly respected standmounters

Huge scale and excellent dynamics ; Authoritative ; Clear, precise and agile ; Deep, rich bass ; Punchy, refined and entertaining sound ; Distinctive design

New rivals offer greater detail and subtlety

Former champ beaten by some brilliant newcomers – but still good

Mar, 2014

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Expert review by : Greg Borrowman (avhub.com.au)

B&W 685 S2 Review & Test

The new B&W 685 S2 is not only a significantly better speaker than the original; it’s also one of the best small two-way designs I’ve ever heard.

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Consumer review (cnet.com)

Great high end and midrange

I am delighted with this speaker which I use in combination with a BIC subwoofer. The combined sound is phenomenal. Without the sub, the low end is shallow. I use the speakers exclusively for audio. The highs are super crisp and detailed without being...

high end truly sizzles

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Feb, 2015

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Consumer review (abt.com)

I would by this product again

Great speakers!!!

Nov, 2015

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Consumer review (abt.com)

B&W's 685 S2 is a sweet performer.

Love these pair of speakers from B&W. I've heard them in the store and tried them after listening to the salesperson who introduced me to the 686 S2. Hands down this is the better sounding of the two. Hefty bass and much fuller sound. Perfect for a...

Jun, 2015

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