
The CWM7.4 S2 is a high-performance in-wall speaker for use in theater and stereo applications. When used in a theater, the design can be wall-mounted in the left, center and right speaker positions, and the CWM7.4 S2 can also be mounted beside, above or below the screen, ensuring crystal-clear dialogue and dramatic special effects. The Quick Dog mounting system makes installation a breeze . Its 2.5-way configuration features a single Carbon Dome tweeter, twin 4" Continuum cone midrange units and twin 4" Aramid Fiber/paper bass cones. Bowers & Wilkins CI700 S2 Series of in-ceiling and in-wall speakers improves on the CI600 range by adding next generation technology such as Continuum drivers and Carbon Dome Tweeters. Upgraded materials in the cabinetry further improve performance and bring CI700 S2 closest to our in-room speakers in sound quality.
Q: What is the benefit of the Continuum material used in the midbass drivers?
A: Continuum is a woven material that blends control with flexibility for breathtaking clarity and power in voices, guitars, and bass instruments.
Q: What is the diameter of the tweeter in these speakers?
A: These speakers have a 1" carbon tweeter.
Q: What is the purpose of the Aramid Fiber in the bass drivers?
A: The paper cones are combined with Aramid fibers to create a low mass, rigid, and self-damping material that reduces distortion and creates room-filling bass.
Q: How much power can each speaker handle?
A: Each speaker has a peak power handling of 150 watts.
Q: Can the speaker grill be painted?
A: Yes, the magnetic grill can be painted to match your decor.
Q: What is the frequency response range of this speaker?
A: The frequency response ranges from 45 hertz to 33 kilohertz.
Q: Can this speaker be installed in the ceiling as a center channel?
A: Hello Dave, This in-wall speaker can certainly be used as a center channel in your system but it is not designed to be installed in a ceiling. This is not advised due to the size and weight of the speaker.
A: Yes- the speaker grill and frame are paintable.

The CWM7.4 S2 is a high-performance in-wall speaker for use in theater and stereo applications. When used in a theater, the design can be wall-mounted in the left, center and right speaker positions, and the CWM7.4 S2 can also be mounted beside, above or below the screen, ensuring crystal-clear dialogue and dramatic special effects. The Quick Dog mounting system makes installation a breeze . Its 2.5-way configuration features a single Carbon Dome tweeter, twin 4" Continuum cone midrange units and twin 4" Aramid Fiber/paper bass cones. Bowers & Wilkins CI700 S2 Series of in-ceiling and in-wall speakers improves on the CI600 range by adding next generation technology such as Continuum drivers and Carbon Dome Tweeters. Upgraded materials in the cabinetry further improve performance and bring CI700 S2 closest to our in-room speakers in sound quality.

The CWM7.5 S2 shares the acoustic configuration of the 707 S2 and like its sibling, it houses a 5” Continuum Midbass driver plus a 1” Carbon Dome tweeter, coupled to a forward-firing Flowport for outstanding bass response from a relatively small footprint. It has a critically formed baffle constructed from glass reinforced ABS plus its own integrated backbox, ensuring retrofittable installation plus optimum performance. It’s an outstanding performer when used in stereo or multi-room installations, and is equally at home as the rear speaker in a larger theatre application. Bowers & Wilkins CI700 S2 Series of in-ceiling and in-wall speakers improves on the CI600 range by adding next generation technology such as Continuum drivers and Carbon Dome Tweeters. Upgraded materials in the cabinetry further improve performance and bring CI700 S2 closest to our in-room speakers in sound quality.

The CWM7.3 S2 features an integrated backbox that optimises its performance, cuts down on sound transference through walls and also makes it easy to retrofit. Its design incorporates twin 6" Aerofoil profile bass drivers, a 4" Continuum cone FSTmid-range driver and a Carbon Dome 1" tweeter, all proven technologies shared with the acclaimed 700 Series range of loudspeakers. These outstanding tranducers, when combined with high-quality, optimised, components on the crossover and a critically formed baffle constructed from glass reinforced ABS plus its own integrated backbox, produce a truly remarkable in-wall speaker. Bowers & Wilkins CI700 S2 Series of in-ceiling and in-wall speakers improves on the CI600 range by adding next generation technology such as Continuum drivers and Carbon Dome Tweeters. Upgraded materials in the cabinetry further improve performance and bring CI700 S2 closest to our in-room speakers in sound quality.

The CWM663 offers the kind of in-wall performance ordinarily reserved for high quality bookshelf speakers. Featuring a 6" woven Aramid Fiber midbass driver and Aluminum Dome Tweeter, you’ll experience clear, balanced sound with great driving bass. The tweeter features Nautilus Tube-loaded technology for clearer performance, an equalization switch allows fine tuning of the sound and the whole speaker chassis is fabricated from cast aluminum for maximum rigidity, offering superior performance to the plastic baskets found in mass-market designs. The Quick Dog mounting system makes installation a breeze and easy on your arms. The grill and speaker can be painted to match the surrounding surface and a paint guard is included. Looking for better performance? The CWM7.4S2 offers better driver technology and the performance of a small floor-standing speaker in your wall. Bowers & Wilkins CI600 Series of in-ceiling and in-wall speakers improves on our CI300 range by combining next-level performance with innovative features that make them a breeze to install and fine-tune for personalized sound. Looking for a step-up in performance? The CI700 Series offers improved parts quality and manufacturing techniques for improved performance.
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I am buying this to use as a center speaker in my home theater The speaker delivers a very loud mids and is very clear I feel it is a good value for the place
Posted by JosephH
The technicians are very professional and ensured that the equipment installation was done timely. They demonstrated the equipment is working to profection. They are truly an asset to your ,organization
Posted by DwightT
Great speaker. I am using it as my center channel speaker for my big screen tv
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