Bowers & Wilkins - Architectural Monitor 5" 100W 2-Way Indoor/Outdoor Loudspeakers (Pair) - Black
User rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars with 106 reviews.
4.8(106 Reviews)- 8 Answered Questions
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Description
Features
100W peak power handling
For robust and controlled audio that is crisp and clear.
5" glass-fiber cone woofer
Along with a 1" aluminum dome tweeter for a complete range of sounds.
Rust-resistant aluminum grille
Along with a rigid glass-filled-plastic cabinet helps prevent damage due to dust, moisture and UV-light exposure, enabling outdoor use.
2-way speaker system
Sounds like 1 source rather than several separate sources.
Binding posts
Offer simple connectivity.
Sealed enclosure
With auxiliary bass radiator ensures high-quality low-end audio.
Vertical or horizontal wall or ceiling mounting
For flexible placement options.
51Hz - 22kHz frequency response on reference axis (wall mounted)
Offers accurate tonal representation.
86dB efficiency-SPL @ 1W/1m
Ensures powerful sound.
8 ohms impedance
Efficiently conducts power.
What's Included
- Bowers and Wilkins Architectural Monitor 5" 100W 2-Way Indoor/Outdoor Loudspeakers (Pair)
- Owner's manual
Key Specs
- Speaker TypeIn-Wall
- RMS Power100 watts
- WirelessNo
- Input(s)None
General
- Product NameArchitectural Monitor 5" 100W 2-Way Indoor/Outdoor Loudspeakers (Pair)
- BrandBowers & Wilkins
- Model NumberAM-1 BLACKPAIR
- SeriesOutdoor
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Audio
- Speaker TypeIn-Wall
- Enclosure TypeSealed
- RMS Power100 watts
- Peak Power Handling100 watts
- Impedance8 ohms
- Minimum Frequency Response51 hertz
- Maximum Frequency Response22 kilohertz
- Sensitivity86 decibels
- Number Of Speakers2
- Number Of Tweeters Included1
- Tweeter Size1 inches
- Number Of Midranges Included1
- Midrange Size5 inches
- Number of Drivers Included2
- Number Of Woofers Included0
- Woofer Size5 inches
Connectivity
- WirelessNo
- Wireless Multi-Room AudioNo
- Input(s)None
- Headphone JackNo
Feature
- App-ControlledNo
- Indoor Or Outdoor UseOutdoor
Dimension
- Product Height12.25 inches
- Product Width7 inches
- Product Depth8.25 inches
- Product Weight8.8 pounds
Material
- Tweeter MaterialAluminum
- Midrange MaterialFiberglass
- Woofer MaterialFiberglass
Included
- Cable(s) IncludedNone
- Speaker Wire IncludedNo
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR CertifiedNo
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts5 years
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor5 years
Other
- UPC714346313730
Customer reviews
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 106 reviews
(106 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.5
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.9
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.9
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bowers and Wilkins AM1 excellent
||Posted .Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.Excellent speakers with surprisingly great base. Easy to install. My 60 watt bluesound amp drives them very well. I have a video review on YouTube. Bowers and Wilkins AM1
This review is from Bowers & Wilkins - Architectural Monitor 5" 100W 2-Way Indoor/Outdoor Loudspeakers (Pair) - White
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome!
||Posted .Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.These are by far the best outdoor speakers I have ever purchased. I've had Bose, Klipsch and infinity. These blow them away. Definitely worth every penny.
This review is from Bowers & Wilkins - Architectural Monitor 5" 100W 2-Way Indoor/Outdoor Loudspeakers (Pair) - White
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Bass
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best outdoor speakers bar none
||Posted .Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.Best outdoor speakers I've heard. Was shopping around to replace some older Boston Acoustics speakers for my patio. I made a short list and listened to as many as I could in stores. None came close to the B&W. Night and day difference over my previous speakers. The clarity and fullness of the sound is unrivaled by any other outdoor speaker I've heard. Bass is more than adequate, although bassheads have other options to look into with some significant tradeoffs
This review is from Bowers & Wilkins - Architectural Monitor 5" 100W 2-Way Indoor/Outdoor Loudspeakers (Pair) - White
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best outdoor speakers
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.I had bought A pair years ago for my old house. When I moved I just had to take them with me and replace with less expensive klipsh for the buyers. I tried them out for the few weeks before I moved and did not even come close to the quality of the b&w. I now installed these in my new home and bought another pair of the same so they all match and have equal sound distribution. I have 4 of these now hooked up to a Sonos amp and they sound amazing. FYI the Sonos amp is 250w total so these speakers are getting 62.5 watts each and are way louder then you would need. Unless you don’t like your neighbors. The speaker says 100 watts peak power . No way do you need that much power . I keep these speakers with the volume way lower then they can handle right now as it is. But they have plenty of room for more .
This review is from Bowers & Wilkins - Architectural Monitor 5" 100W 2-Way Indoor/Outdoor Loudspeakers (Pair) - White
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Got these for our outdoor tv. Great sound and plenty of volume. Spendy but worth it.
This review is from Bowers & Wilkins - Architectural Monitor 5" 100W 2-Way Indoor/Outdoor Loudspeakers (Pair) - White
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Bass, Design, Set upCons mentioned:Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Sound, Design and Finish.
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.I've installed several outdoor speakers from various brands and these B&W speakers are by far the best in terms of installation, sound, and design. These use a single swing arm style mounting mechanism with integrated wiring and terminals. The way they mount is very unique compared to other offerings. The overall fit and finish give a very clean install. Keep in mind that prior install preparation and technique will always yield a flawless installation regardless of the speaker choice. The sound is incredible. If matched to a good amplifier with adequate power these will more than satisfy your sound needs. For their size, they provide a great amount of bass projection and clarity. In part due to the bass radiator design on the back of the speaker housing and the shape/construction of the housing. While these are not inexpensive, you are getting a well-crafted speaker that meets and exceeds all requirements for an outdoor speaker compared to others in this category.
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 5 out of 5 stars
loud and clear
||Posted .Owned for 5 months when reviewed.the whole sonos system is great we had it installed by magnolia at our vacation home we love it very loud and clear we have it at our pool
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great outdoor speakers
||Posted .Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.Excellent speakers. The sound quality is beyond what I expected.
This review is from Bowers & Wilkins - Architectural Monitor 5" 100W 2-Way Indoor/Outdoor Loudspeakers (Pair) - White
I would recommend this to a friend
What experts are saying
Q: QuestionAre they completely waterproof? Even if driving rain hits them frequently.
Asked by Wet.
- A:Answer Yes, the are completely waterproof and can be left outside in the rain all of the time.
Answered by Bowers & Wilkins Team
Q: QuestionCan these speakers be paint to match my home color?
Asked by jb.
- A:Answer While not intended to be paintable, we have seen photos of people who have painted these speakers.. No paint guard is supplied and your results may vary.
Answered by Bowers & Wilkins Team
Q: QuestionCan these be used indoors for surround sound and as atmos speakers?
Asked by 2Smoove.
- A:Answer These are intended for indoor and outdoor use, so you could use them as surround speakers in an Atmos system.
Answered by Bowers & Wilkins Team
Q: QuestionAre these bluetooth compatible? Do they plug into 2 outlets? Do I need an amp for these to make sound?
Asked by Billy.
- A:Answer You need an amp. They do not have bluetooth. They plug into the back of your amp with speaker wire. They are great sounding speakers.
Answered by Ryang
Q: QuestionCould someone explain what "2-way" means?
Asked by TStith.
- A:Answer 2-way means that there are separate drivers that cover all of the sounds that the speakers can reproduce. The AM-1 features a separate Tweeter for high frequencies and a MidBass driver for middle and lower frequencies. The benefit of this approach is that the drivers specialize in reproducing the range of sounds that they have been designed for rather than one driver trying to do everything. Additionally, there is a passive bass radiator that helps to fill out the bottom end for better bass.
Answered by Bowers & Wilkins Team
Q: QuestionWhere are the speaker wire connection points? Are they for open wires or a plug in adapter?
Asked by JS.
- A:Answer The speaker wires attach to spring loaded posts located in the base of the speaker mount . Signal passes to the speaker through the speaker mount arm where it pivots . I would recommend a thin coating of di-electric grease to these rather large connection surfaces .
Answered by CookieKingKennedy
Q: QuestionWhat type of amp would you need to power the B&W speakers?
Asked by Amplifier.
- A:Answer In my experience, you will need an amplifier with at least 80-120w of RMS (Continuous) power per channel at an 8Ω impedance rating to get the most out of these speakers. Your speakers need to have adequate power to realize their advertised potential. Just remember if you add two of these 8Ω speakers to one channel the resistance will change to 4Ω. So if you find a two-channel amp make sure it's 4Ω stable if you plan on using 2 speakers per channel.
I would recommend:
Answered by Dimitri
