Specifications
- Speaker TypeAll-In-One, BookshelfRMS Power125 wattsWireless ConnectivityBluetooth, Wi-Fi
- Key Specs
- Speaker Type: All-In-One, Bookshelf
- RMS Power: 125 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- General
- Brand: Bowers & Wilkins
- Model Number: FP38296
- Product Name: Formation Duo 6-1/2" Powered Wireless 2-Way Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)
- Color: Black
- Audio
- Speaker Type: All-In-One, Bookshelf
- Enclosure Type: Sealed
- RMS Power: 125 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
- Minimum Frequency Response: 25 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.)
- Maximum Frequency Response: 33 kilohertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- High Resolution Audio: true (Hear music the way musicians and sound technicians intended it to be heard. Products that support hi-res audio deliver audio signals with a dynamic range and bandwidth far greater than that of a standard CD so you'll be able to enjoy pure music with outstanding sound quality. The device supports high-resolution audio signals, which more closely resemble the quality of music as it was originally recorded, with more texture and detail than can be heard via typical music streaming services or CDs.)
- Number of Speakers: 2
- Number of Tweeters: 1
- Tweeter Size: 1 inches
- Number of Drivers: 2
- Driver Size: 6.5 inches
- Number of Woofers: 1
- Woofer Size: 6.5 inches
- Connectivity
- Speaker Connectivity: Wireless
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Multi-Room Audio: true (Technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
- Wireless Multi-Room Technology: Apple AirPlay 2 (Proprietary technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
- Network Connector(s): 1 x LAN
- Compatibility
- Works With: Amazon Alexa (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Features
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 15.6 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: 7.8 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: 12 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: 23.4 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Cable(s) Included: None
- Other
- UPC: 714346325658
Experience high-fidelity wireless audio with this Bowers and Wilkins Formation Duo wireless speaker system. The 1-inch carbon dome tweeters and 6.5-inch continuum cone woofers deliver high-fidelity audio across a frequency response range of 25Hz to 33kHz. Featuring advanced wireless technology, this Bowers and Wilkins Formation Duo wireless speaker system provides a high-resolution streaming experience with the audio quality of a wired system.
- 1" Carbon Dome 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.
- 6.5" 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.
- Self-Powered: 250 watts total power guarantees delivers big sound from a small cabinet with 125 watts driving the tweeter and 125 watts dedicated to the mid-bass driver.
- Formation Mesh: Our proprietary wireless technology allows Formation products to share music across your home using their own network. All you need is a 2.4GHz home network so you can listen to all your favorite streaming services.
- Airplay 2 Certified: Compatible with all Apple Airplay 2 devices.
- Spotify and Roon Ready: Listen with Spotify Connect or Roon.
Whats Included
- Bowers & Wilkins Formation Duo Powered Wireless 2-Way Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)
Q: What is the size of the woofer?
A: The woofer size is 6.5 inches.
Q: What are the dimensions of the speakers?
A: The speakers have a width of 7.8 inches, a depth of 12 inches, and a height of 15.6 inches.
Q: Are the speakers compatible with Amazon Alexa?
A: These Bowers and Wilkins Formation Duo speakers work with Amazon Alexa.
Q: Does the speaker have a built-in amplifier?
A: These speakers have a built-in amplifier.
Q: What is the maximum frequency response of the speakers?
A: The maximum frequency response of these speakers is 33 kilohertz.
A: Yes you can. Formation Duo wirelessly accepts Bluetooth in addition to supporting a range of streaming services. That said, you still need a wireless network in your home (2.4g connection) in order to use the product, even if you will only ever use bluetooth to playback music.
A: The Bar, Bass, and Flex can function together as a home theatre surround system, the Duos sadly cannot. Really a huge oversight on B&W’s part, IMO
Q: Is possible to connect with LG Oled TV?
A: Your best bet is to use Airplay if your TV supports it or another device like Apple TV with Airplay support. Otherwise you need to purchase the Bowers & Wilkins Formation to connect other Audio sources to these speakers
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| Pros for Bowers & Wilkins - Formation Duo 6-1/2" Powered Wireless 2-Way Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sound Quality, Bass, Ease of use | Sound Quality, Bass, Amplifier Power | Sound Quality | Sound Quality |
| Cons for Bowers & Wilkins - Formation Duo 6-1/2" Powered Wireless 2-Way Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) - Black | |||
| Connectivity, Airplay | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
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Customers recognize the Formation Duo speakers for their exceptional sound quality, with many describing the audio experience as fantastic and immersive. The bass performance is also highly praised, with users noting its surprising adequacy for bookshelf-sized speakers. Setup is a breeze, with the B&W app enabling quick and easy configuration.
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- Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Reluctantly cannot recommend
I have a seriously love-hate relationship with these speakers after owning them + Formation Bass + Formation Audio for 2 years. On the one hand they are fantastic, sound amazing (especially with Roon), and are hands-down the best speakers I've ever owned. On the other hand they were super finicky and my partner can't use them because there's no volume button/remote and she doesn't want to use the app. We actually use it for both music and movies and it works wonderfully when it does work. It's not designed for movie watching so it's hard to knock it on that but generally when the file sizes/song quality increases, the speakers start to struggle and get less reliable. I believe this is partly due to being 2.4 GHz only and also due to the fact that they're likely just bad at staying connected to one another. They often get out of sync or have a brief pausing when catching up etc. It also strangely has gotten worse over time - that one I can't figure out. I beefed up my WiFi with a ton of extenders etc and it never got better. No other device on my network has issues. Then I plugged them into Ethernet and life was so much better, until literally 2 years and 1 month into ownership one of them just started crackling and appears to be busted. Of course the warranty is only 2 years for such an expensive and "high end" product. I feel that Bowers is not selling a product here that they stand behind or want to keep up to date but I'm also very torn because I'm not sure what speakers would have been better for my application (not wanting a receiver, not wanting a ton of wires, but wanting high end sound). Sigh - cannot recommend.
Posted by ndukyh
- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Amazing sound with some unfortunate omissions.
Just got my hands on these and lament having to return them. Lets first go with the good. Sonically they are AMAZING it didn't matter what genre I played always leaving me in awe. For a medium to small room you won't need a sub for music playback (which really surprised me). Music streaming was perfect. No lost connections, consistent all the time. Now the bad (and the deal breaker for me) I understand what B&W was trying to accomplish with the Formation line. Great audio tailored exclusively to the streaming era. First of all I see nothing wrong with that if anything I truly hope speakers like these are the future. The issue I have with the duo is its lack of input/outputs which end up making them less versatile. In my case I wanted to use them also with my TV as the main speakers but the connection isn't seamless, connection drops, the volume isn't consistent with the music streaming volume. I also wish it had a sub woofer input for added flexibility. Because honestly I would prefer to spend sub money on a SVS vs the only option that this system gives you. For the money something as simple as inputs should have been a given and I would have been super happy and kept them. I would highly recommend these if you buy them for the sole purpose that they were built for. Streaming audio. If you don't own equipment (which I do) or you do and are willing to sell all your gear then these are a great buy. I will be spending this money on a pair of Klipsch Heresy IV for my endgame. And for those who take the plunge you're in for a sonic treat!! Enjoy!!
Posted by Heresy
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A real wireless HiFi system!
I have owned these for quite a while and wanted to do a review on these a while back but hadn’t gotten around to it. I have recently seen some of the reviews on the product lately as I have been interested in ordering another pair of these in white! I felt it important to set the record straight. I can agree with some of the points people make on here about the app not being up to or but it is only needs to setup the formation products, after that you use Roon or Airplay. If you are an audiophile or a person who appreciates sitting down and listening to music you probably already use Roon. These are by far the best sounding stereo speakers on the market for the price and simplicity. All I have are the speakers with one power cord connected for each speaker. The Formation audio allows for me to connect my McIntosh CD player and Denon Turntable. Most of the music I listen to comes from Roon via Tidal or Qobuz but if I want to listen to analog sources the Fromation Audio is needed. If you someone who appreciates style as much as you appreciate HiFi you will appreciate these speakers. I love had friends who are musicians over to my home and we have played these speakers and every one of them has been amazed by their sound and detail. These speakers are like hybrid of the 805 and 705 passive speakers that B&W makes but also include the correct bi-amplification. If I were to build a similar system with regular HiFi components and passive speakers I would probably only save a little bit of money but have to deal with having a lot of wires! If you want to have these connected to tv audio just grab yourself an Apple TV and airplay the sound. It sounds a works without delay. This is a great system and I highly recommend them.
Posted by HiFiGeek