
705 S3 is our ultimate 700 Series bookshelf speaker, a no-holds-barred celebration of excellence able to highlight all the subtle nuances in your music that other speakers miss. Its Carbon Dome tweeter is housed in a redesigned Solid Body Tweeter-on-Top enclosure used in 800 Series Diamond products. That joins a subtly curved baffle endowed with a ‘pod’ housing for its Continuum Cone bass/midrange driver, ensuring that you hear less of the speaker’s cabinet, and more of the music you love.
A: We provide two frequency measurements. Frequency response and frequency range. Frequency response is a classic anechoic measurement that has a +3/-3db variation and a frequency extreme of 50Hz at the low end and 28kHz at the top end. However, that's an anechoic measurement which does not reflect how speakers perform in real acoustic spaces. This is why we have a frequency range spec. Frequency range reflects what you are most likely going to experience in an actual acoustic space. The low frequency response in that spec is 45Hz, and be able to hear that reflected in instruments like a double bass.
Q: Can you use 705 S2 stands with 705 S3? Stand model FS-700-S2
A: Yes, size and weight between these two very similar.

705 S3 is our ultimate 700 Series bookshelf speaker, a no-holds-barred celebration of excellence able to highlight all the subtle nuances in your music that other speakers miss. Its Carbon Dome tweeter is housed in a redesigned Solid Body Tweeter-on-Top enclosure used in 800 Series Diamond products. That joins a subtly curved baffle endowed with a ‘pod’ housing for its Continuum Cone bass/midrange driver, ensuring that you hear less of the speaker’s cabinet, and more of the music you love.

The 706 S3 is an outstanding bookshelf speaker for use in larger spaces. Thanks to its decoupled Carbon Dome tweeter and carefully upgraded crossover, it provides exceptional detail and insight into your music, while its substantial 6.5in Continuum Cone bass/midrange drive unit provides ample scale and extension. Like its 705 S3 sibling, it performs at its best on the optional FS-700 S3 stand.

The 706 S3 is an outstanding bookshelf speaker for use in larger spaces. Thanks to its decoupled Carbon Dome tweeter and carefully upgraded crossover, it provides exceptional detail and insight into your music, while its substantial 6.5in Continuum Cone bass/midrange drive unit provides ample scale and extension. Like its 705 S3 sibling, it performs at its best on the optional FS-700 S3 stand.

The R1280T powered bookshelf speakers have a modern look with quality audio sound. If you’re looking for affordable and versatile bookshelf, computer or home theater set of speakers with uncompromising sound, the R1280T speakers are your go-to 2.0 speaker system. With a 4-inch bass driver and a calibrated, flared bass reflex port, this bookshelf speaker system delivers robust, rich bass notes and well-balanced audio for an immersive listening experience. Volume dials on the side allow you to control the bass and treble. The dual RCA input and included cables let you connect to various external devices such as laptops, tablets, smartphones, or record players. These Edifier powered bookshelf speakers come with a compact-sized remote control for easy operation. The faithful sound production and performance of the R1280T are any audiophiles dream. Many Edifier customers are use the R1280T for connecting turntables for the best audio experience.
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| Sound Quality | Sound Quality | Sound Quality | Sound Quality, Bass, Ease of use, Size, Appearance |
| Cons for Bowers & Wilkins - 705 S3 Bookshelf Speaker with 1" Tweeter on Top and 6.5" Midbass (Pair) - White | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Bluetooth |
Customers are satisfied with the 705 S3 Bookshelf Speaker, particularly its sound quality. The speaker's design, especially the tweeter on top, has also been well-received. Overall, customers seem to appreciate both the audio performance and the aesthetic aspects of this product.
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Coming from previous versions of this speaker the upgrades are substantial. Everything from improved bass extension, smoother mids and even airier high frequencies. Make to sure to have a good amp paired with them to take full advantage. Most amps and receivers will run them just fine but they become more rewarding with the right pairing. The design is stunning so they look as good as they sound. So much tech borrowed from the higher end 805d4s at a fraction of the cost. I’ve used with them movies, games, vinyl and streaming so far and am truly impressed.
This review is from Bowers & Wilkins - 705 S3 Bookshelf Speaker with 1" Tweeter on Top and 6.5" Midbass (Pair) - Gloss Black
ImProBatman Posted
I’ve wanted a pair if these for a while now. I’ll start by saying they’re brilliantly made and so it the sound. Very bright,rich and fullish. Recommend a powered sub or by the towers and add more power to push them. True audio files will not agree with this. But I am using the Sonos amp and Sub and my lawd pure listening pleasure
Dmlive Posted
Excellent sound quality, sound stage, and surprisingly good bass for a bookshelf speaker. Was going to ad a sub, but decided against it. They look great, as well.
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Dale Posted