Bowers & Wilkins - CM1 S2 5" 2-Way Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) - Rosenut

Got these speakers as an open box. Used them first with an old Onkyo surround receiver. They sounded quite good, especially when paired with my BIC F12 subwoofer. Mid range and bass were crisp and clear. Classical and Jazz music were reproduced faithfully with a 3D soundstage. However, high frequency stuff like cymbals etc. sounded just a bit strained. Not bad at all but a bit bright. This observation has been reported in other reviews on the web, especially for metal music. When I replaced the Onkyo receiver with a vintage NAD 2400 amplifier and 1300 pre amp, this all went away. These speakers need a really quality stereo amp/receiver to fulfill their potential. With the current setup of the CM1s, NAD components, and the BIC F12 sub, I am in music heaven. The speakers are really amazing and I am loving them!

So, I had never heard of Bowers & Wilkins before I met my Best Buy buddies! I wound up getting 2 shelf speakers and came back a few days later for the Center. I’m very happy and back in love with my music. TV dialogue is crisp. I got a great deal, too. The ‘Magnolia Room’ experience was awesome! Thanks for all the advice, guys!

Hearing is very subjective, that said I have very good hearing, and these speakers were the best of all that I sampled at the Magnolia listening room at Best Buys. They handle power well, very low distortion, good high and mid range, have good bass for the size. Perfect when used with a subwoofer. A little pricey but worth the money. Nice cabinet finish and quality control is excellent. Enjoy!

Our Magnolia rep was spot on when he suggested these B&W's. They sound like you're in a recording studio. Nice option to have the white color which blends well with our white cabinets. We're pretty excited to listen to music and watch tv, sports and movies. Highly suggest a Sub for extra bass.

You will not be disappointed in these Bowers and Wilkins speakers. The quality and range of the sound is amazing for the size of the speakers. I bought them for monitors in my recording studio, but these beauties will find a place anywhere and fill the room will fantastic sound.

Jim was the representative at BB that sold me the speakers. He let me listen to several and then guided me to the best vale for me since I was price conscience. The quality is outstanding, and value for price paid they can't be beat.

I absolutely enjoy the quality sound from these speakers. I wanted the Bose system, but after hearing the B&W speakers no way was so going to get the Bose. I love my speakers.

The sound is amazing !! You can hear the instruments so clear!! They are powered by marantz slimline NR1603 100% Satisfied