B&W 704 S2 Floorstanding Speakers - Gloss Black
Looks can be deceiving. Despite its slim dimensions, the 704 S2 has the commanding presence of a much larger speaker, thanks to advanced technologies such as a dedicated Continuum™ cone FST™ midrange.Bowers and Wilkins new 704 s2 loudspeakers use technologies developed in their studio monitor series.....their monitors are used in famous recording studios such as Abbey Road studios in London. The Contiuum mid/bass driver which creates layered midrange sound which is quintessential in the accurate reproduction of vocals and key instruments including piano, guitar and string instruments, is a direct descendant from their world famous 800 Series monitors. To complement this new cone Bowers and Wilkins have retained their Decoupled Double Dome Tweeter, an important ingredient of imparting the rhythm of the music.Surprisingly compact, these aesthetically pleasing floorstanding speakers delight with their rhythmic sound.
Carbon Dome™ tweeter
Carbon Dome™ tweeters are a brand new technology 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.
Continuum™ Cone
First introduced with the 800 Series Diamond, the Continuum™ cone represents the biggest step-change in midrange performance since Kevlar®. Its woven, coated material provides highly controlled break-up, resulting in a more open, neutral midrange.
Decoupled midrange
The midrange driver in the floor-standers feature a decoupled design, adapted from a similar system in the 800 Series Diamond. Decoupling reduces cabinet colouration, and boosts midrange clarity.
Aerofoil™ Profile bass cone
Developed using advanced computer modeling techniques, the Aerofoil™ Profile bass cone has a variable thickness, providing stiffness and rigidity where it’s needed most. The result: deep and dynamic bass.
| Technical features | Decoupled Carbon Dome tweeter Continuum cone FST midrange Decoupled midrange Aerofoil profile bass cones Flowport™ |
| Description | 3-way vented-box system |
| Drive units | 1x ø25mm (1 in) Decoupled Carbon Dome high-frequency 1x ø130mm (5 in) Continuum cone FST midrange 2x ø130mm (5 in) Aerofoil profile bass |
| Frequency range | -6dB at 43Hz and 33kHz |
| Frequency response | 48Hz - 28kHz ±3dB |
| Sensitivity | 88dB spl (2.83Vrms, 1m) |
| Harmonic distortion | 2nd and 3rd harmonics (90dB, 1m) <1% 100Hz - 22kHz <0.5% 300Hz - 20kHz |
| Nominal impedance | 8Ω (minimum 3.1Ω) |
| Recommended amplifier power | 30W - 150W into 8Ω on unclipped programme |
| Dimensions | Height: 925mm (36.4 in) cabinet only 959mm (37.8 in) including plinth Width: 165mm (6.5 in) cabinet only 252mm (9.9 in) including plinth Depth: 255mm (10in) cabinet only 277mm (10.9 in) inc. grille and terminals 298mm (11.7 in) inc |
| Net weight | 18.5kg (41 lb) |
| Finishes Cabinet: | Rosenut Gloss Black Satin White |
| Grille: | Black Grey (Satin White only) |