Customer Ratings & Reviews

Purchased these from Magnolia at Mt. Laurel (NJ) BestBuy on May 24, 2021. Will H., who I have purchased from previously was once again, outstanding. Magnolia truly is a HiFi oasis among the regular Best Buy offerings. This store has three (3) demonstration rooms, design room and a vast assortment of products on display or available for online purchase and delivery. A+++, but more on the virtues of Magnolia later. I have always been fond of Bowers & Wilkins, but always felt that their 600 series was a lower end product for more mass appeal from their 800 and 700 series speakers. Well, let me tell you, I still believe my last opinion to be correct, but there was something different about these 603 S2 Anniversary editions as soon as I started to demo them. Then Will and I compared them to the 800 series and I couldn't believe it: THESE $2,000 SPEAKERS WERE AWESOME. I then compared them to the Martin Logan 40i -- The 40i's had more bass, but the upgraded components in the 603 S2's had better mid-range and the new tweeter configuration of the S2's were the equal of the venerable ML ribbon tweeter. Oh did mention the ML's cost almost $500 more? Hmm.. I kept going--ignoring price for the sound I wanted. Since I already owned an excellent REL subwoofer (Magnolia has those too), I demoed all of these speakers with the REL to simulate my personal sound stage. The Definitive Technology 9000 series (all 3, from 9040 to 9060) standers fell like dominoes in clarity and presence compared to the S2's. I then switched to the KEFs. I have two sets of LS 50s and are a great bookshelf--plus I love their sound, but the floor standers (the Q750 & 950), were not as cohesive as the S2's. Finally, I went to the Martin Logan ESL towers ($2,500) and while I did like their sound, their sheer size and bulk eliminated them. I then sat and crunched my results: The 603 S2s, have 50% of the footprint and 95% of the sound of the ESL's for $500 less. I went home thinking I have to research these new S2's and as a rule, all major critics came to my conclusion: These speakers are 5 star products--the re-worked tweeter, the new cross-overs, the continuum mid-range from the 700 and 800 series, the 53 pound rigidity of the cabinets and the overall build quality said it all. Don't get me wrong, there are some compromises that people looking for aesthetics may not like: the cabinets while made from and braced with ultra thick MDF, are not finished in piano black like some competitors. The plinth, while sturdy is not artisan like the FOCAL 826s feet; The paper cone drivers, while tried and true technology and sound fine, are not state of the art synthetics. But, folks--it doesn't matter: the sound is what matters and my pair, finished in matte black with their top to bottom grilles, look absolutely Darth Vadian in my living room. They partially disappear into the room, but the sound they deliver...oh baby, I am pleased. If you made it this far through my rambling, I just have two more things to say: Magnolia delivery was on-time, they carried these massive speakers into my living room, called before they arrived and were courteous throughout the delivery. In a nutshell, you can buy a plethora of speakers in the $2 to $3,000 segment, but the 603 S2, make it an easy choice. You can also buy the 603 S2s from a plethora of audio outlets, but Magnolia makes it as easy as these B & W's....they're a bargain.

Got this last pair on clearance and extremely satisfy with the performane. They are not hash at high frequency as everyone said when pair to Denon amp. Sound great on all kind of music gene. Highly recommened.

These speakers are great! Much better than the definitive tech tower speakers I had before. Too many issues with those speakers. These ones are so much more clear and the don’t need their own power supply like the definitive tech speakers did.

There really is nothing in my book that beats B&W speakers. I have been listening to them for years and this pair is no exception. Great sound no matter if it is for music or movies.

This Bowers & Wilkins - 600 Series Anniversary Edition 3-way Floorstanding Speaker is outstanding. The quality of sound and speaker is very amazing.

I've lived with these speakers for about a year in a half now, I currently have to mated to a Denon 3500 with a Crown amp providing the power and a Cambridge Audio CXN V2 DAC for music. These are pretty easy to drive, but def benefit for a good DAC, bass is good in direct but for home theater a sub is a must. The clarity at this price is on par if not better than a 5k pair. I'm usually a vintage guy I currently own KEF 104/2 and though the highs aren't nearly as good the overall sound is there. Looking for a pair under 2k this is a great start.

Are you kidding, these are simply superb. There is no equal with this speaker in its price range.

I am very happy with B&W 603 S2 Anniversary tower speakers they do not sound like a entry level speaker they sound great while playing music and movies. They are matched with the 600 series center , subwoofer 608 and the 607 rear speakers

Great speakers that are well balanced. Vocals are clear. The music/instruments can be heard without overpowering the experience. A great balance in frequencies. Love them.

I love the sound. Each speaker manufacturer and series within their lineup has distinct tonality. These are right up my alley - plus I scored them on an open box return for 1/3 of what they normally go for (minus the stand and grills but for 2/3 off not a big deal since I like the grill-less look). Justice at the Attleboro store is an audiophile, so great customer service. Overall very satisfied with experience.

These speakers sound amazing. I purchased them after listening to DMB aim the magnolia room & I just had to have them for home

Speakers are phenomenal. High end is crystal clear. Low end could use a little subwoofer action to bump up the bass. Don't forget your speaker wire.

Always wanted a set of B&W was able to get the floor models on super sale! I am truly amazed by the sound

Its B&W very nice clean crisp sound. Paired with a sub for an excellent 2.1 ch music setup.

Remarkable clarity, especially in the mid's. I'm hearing things I never heard before. Huge upgrade over my old Klipsch 3.5's.

I have a 7.2.2 set up. At first i wasn't crazy about the sound, but adding an external 3 channel amp 140w per channel plus biwire i am impressed. Very detailed sound. Just need the power to push them.

Excellent sounding speaker, it is very efficient and the details of the sounds are crisp

High quality material, clean and natural sound. I can hear instruments clearly.

Perfect as a limited edition, the sound is clear and professional, recommend for professional and personal use .

Without question, these hold up in my large living room VERY WELL. They sound incredible and paired with the appropriate center channel its changed my experience watching anything at home and i love it!