
Customers are pleased with the 700 Series 3-way Floorstanding Speakers' exceptional sound quality and powerful bass response. Many reviewers highlighted the clear and detailed highs and mids, along with the speakers' overall value. While some noted the speakers' need for a powerful amplifier, the overwhelmingly positive feedback centers on the superior audio performance.
These are the best speakers I’ve ever owned. I purchased these as an upgrade from the Bowers and Wilkins 603’s ( best decision ever ) . I was blown away by the deep base and clear highs associated with 702’s . It’s like I’m in the room with the band . If I close my eyes I can actually see where every band member is standing while playing their instruments. With my older albums I hear things I’ve never heard before on albums I grew up listening to in the 70’s and 80’s .
This review is from Bowers & Wilkins - 700 Series 3-way Floorstanding Speaker w/ Tweeter on top, w/6" midrange, three 6.5" bass drivers (each) - Gloss Black
Posted by Kingoftheworld
Amazing speakers. The S2s are now selling for deep discounts now that the S3s are out. I purchased four 702 S2s and a pair of 705 S2s to fill in the bed layer speakers for my home theater. And they are Amazing once the system and room are tuned in. Movies sound better than a full theater. Jazz, Classical, night club, classic rock, and other music sound amazing in both 2 channel stereo, 7.1, Neural 2D and 3D, and surround Stereo settings on my Denon x4800H. I was listening to George Winston the other night and did not realize Stereo Surround was active. Integration between the 702s and 705s is that good. If you have a choice between the new 600 S3 floor standing speakers and an open box or floor model 702 S2 then go with the 702 S2. Match this up with a quality Integrated stereo amplifier or solid AV Receiver and you'll have yourself a system that your friends will envy. I recommend something with either room correction, room acoustic treatments, and/or Tone controls and you'll have yourself a fantastic system that your friends will envy. If you are worried about missing accessories like feet and grills then you can get them at Encompass's website. The Accessory pack for the 683 work with the 702 S2.
This review is from Bowers & Wilkins - 700 Series 3-way Floorstanding Speaker w/ Tweeter on top, w/6" midrange, three 6.5" bass drivers (each) - Gloss Black
Posted by ITJIm
Very good sounding speakers. I read every review on the internet and the universal high praise for these speakers is deserved. Sat in display room at Best Buy with eyes closed listening to these and other b and w tower (and bookshelf) speakers and although they all sounded very good, these speakers when powered properly sounded great. Be advised these speakers want high power (I bought an amp to help the receiver), but you will be rewarded with great sound. The highs are delightful. The bass is strong. If you can get these speakers you will be smiling with audio pleasure.
This review is from Bowers & Wilkins - 700 Series 3-way Floorstanding Speaker w/ Tweeter on top, w/6" midrange, three 6.5" bass drivers (each) - Gloss Black
Posted by Gary
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