Bowers & Wilkins - CI700 Series In Wall 2.5-way Speaker w/4" dual midbass, dual 4" bass drivers (each) - White
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- Speaker TypeIn-Wall
- Key Specs
- Speaker Type: In-Wall
- General
- Brand: Bowers & Wilkins
- Model Number: CWM74S2
- Product Name: CI700 Series In Wall 2.5-way Speaker w/4" dual midbass, dual 4" bass drivers (each)
- Color: White
- Audio
- Speaker Type: In-Wall
- Peak Power Handling: 150 watts (The maximum amount of power an electronic device, like a speaker, can handle without damage. This refers to short bursts of power, while root mean square (RMS) power handling indicates the amount of continuous power a device can sustain. Higher levels of distortion can also occur at peak power levels when the device is powered beyond its recommended usage.)
- Impedance: 8 ohms (Describes the resistance of an electric signal throughout the system. Devices with low impedance require less power to deliver optimal signals but are more at risk for damage from overloading. Higher impedance requires more power but is more protected from overload damage.)
- Minimum Frequency Response: 45 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Sensitivity: 86 decibels
- Number of Speakers: 1
- Number of Tweeters: 1
- Tweeter Size: 1 inches
- Number of Midranges: 2
- Number of Drivers: 5
- Number of Woofers: 0
- Woofer Size: 0 inches
- Connectivity
- Wireless Multi-Room Audio: false (Technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
- Features
- App Compatible: false (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 24.6 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 6.9 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 3.64 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 13.73 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Cable(s) Included: None
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- Other
- UPC: 714346332007
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.
- 1" carbon tweeter: Pinpoint imaging accuracy and detail resulting from a Carbon Coating on our aluminum Double Dome Tweeter. The closest performance to our Diamond Dome Tweeters.
- Dual 4" Continuum Midbass: Continnum is a woven material that blends control with flexibility. The result is breathtaking clarity and power. Hear voices, guitars and bass instruments in a whole new way.
- Dual 4" Paper/Aramid Fiber Bass Driver: Dual Bass Drivers create room-filling bass with power and precision. The cones are made from paper and aramid fibers that combine low mass, rigidity and self-damping to reduce distortion.
- Paintable Magnetic Grill: Paintable to match your décor
- Die-cast Chassis: Cleaner, faster bass.
- 10.9" x 7.2" Cutout: 3" Depth behind drywall
- 1" carbon tweeter: Pinpoint imaging accuracy and detail resulting from a Carbon Coating on our aluminum Double Dome Tweeter. The closest performance to our Diamond Dome Tweeters.
- Dual 4" Continuum Midbass: Continnum is a woven material that blends control with flexibility. The result is breathtaking clarity and power. Hear voices, guitars and bass instruments in a whole new way.
- Dual 4" Paper/Aramid Fiber Bass Driver: Dual Bass Drivers create room-filling bass with power and precision. The cones are made from paper and aramid fibers that combine low mass, rigidity and self-damping to reduce distortion.
- Paintable Magnetic Grill: Paintable to match your décor
- Die-cast Chassis: Cleaner, faster bass.
- 10.9" x 7.2" Cutout: 3" Depth behind drywall
Whats Included
- Speaker
- speaker grill
- speaker frame
- cut-out template
- paint mask.
- Speaker
- speaker grill
- speaker frame
- cut-out template
- paint mask.
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.
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Customers are enthusiastic about the CI700 Series In Wall 2.5-way Speaker's sound quality. People who have experienced the speakers report being blown away by the audio performance. Overall, the speaker seems to deliver an impressive listening experience.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very clear
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
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Professional customer service
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
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Center Channel
Great speaker. I am using it as my center channel speaker for my big screen tv
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