Bowers & Wilkins
Bowers & Wilkins CCM 664
Best in-ceiling speaker for audiophiles seeking discreet, high-fidelity home audio.
The Bowers & Wilkins CCM664 is a ceiling speaker designed to deliver high-quality sound discreetly. It features an adjustable tilt-offset 1-inch soft dome tweeter for precise sound direction and a 6-inch black woven glass fiber bass/midrange driver for rich audio reproduction. A three-position EQ switch allows for optimized off-axis response, ensuring a better listening experience from various positions. Installation is straightforward, making it a cost-effective solution for premium in-ceiling audio.
$234.50
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
501
/ 6576
#501 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
-84%
Below average
Frequency Range
4535
/ Hz – kHz
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking precise, high-fidelity sound in a ceiling speaker
- Listeners needing flexible sound dispersion for off-axis room layouts
- Homeowners wanting a clean, minimalist aesthetic with simple installation
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for affordable whole-home audio solutions
- Movie lovers requiring deep, cinematic bass without extra equipment
- Renters or homeowners avoiding permanent structural modifications to ceilings
Performance breakdown
Sound Dispersion
The tilting tweeter ensures crisp audio reaches every corner of the room.
Installation Ease
Quick-mount hardware makes ceiling integration straightforward for most DIY enthusiasts.
Bass Response
Woven glass fiber drivers deliver punchy, controlled lows for their compact size.
Aesthetic Integration
The magnetic, low-profile grille disappears seamlessly into any ceiling surface.
Tuning Flexibility
Three-position EQ switch allows for precise sound tailoring based on placement.
Audio Clarity
Studio-grade engineering provides exceptional detail across the entire frequency range.
Key Specs
Frequency Range
45Hz – 35kHz
Recommended Amp Power
25 – 130w
Sensitivity
87dB
Impedance
8 ohms
Frame diameter
9.5"
Cut-out diameter
8"
Depth
5.2"
Protrusion
0.2"
Features
- Adjustable tilt offset tweeter for improved off-axis treble response
- Three-position EQ switch for optimized sound
- 6" black woven glass fiber bass/midrange driver
- Easy and quick installation
- Magnetically secured grille for a clean finish
- 2-Way design for balanced audio
- Engineered by studio monitor experts
What customers say
Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the Bowers & Wilkins CCM 664 for its exceptional audio clarity and detailed soundstage, confirming its high-fidelity reputation in an architectural format. The Nautilus tweeter delivers crisp, non-fatiguing highs, significantly elevating both music and home theater experiences. Users find the robust construction and proprietary fixing system make installation surprisingly straightforward. Highly valued features include the adjustable tweeter angle and equalizer switches, allowing precise sound tuning for various room acoustics. While the price is premium, the consensus is that the seamless integration and true audiophile performance justify the investment. This speaker is celebrated as a top-tier choice for serious listeners seeking discreet, high-performance sound.
Know before you buy
Yes. The CCM664 features a tilt-offset tweeter that allows you to manually angle the high-frequency output toward your preferred seating position for better clarity.
The EQ switch helps compensate for the speaker's position in the room. It allows you to fine-tune the sound balance, ensuring the audio remains clear and accurate even if the speaker is mounted off-axis from your listening spot.
These speakers are designed as 'open-back' units, meaning they do not strictly require a back box for operation. However, using an optional back box can help contain sound leakage to other rooms and provide more consistent bass performance.
The speaker features a slim, magnetically secured grille that sits nearly flush with your ceiling, protruding only 0.2 inches. It provides a clean, minimalist look that blends seamlessly into most interior designs.
These speakers are compatible with amplifiers rated between 25 and 130 watts per channel. This wide range makes them easy to drive with most standard home theater receivers or multi-room audio amplifiers.
You will need a circular cutout with a diameter of 8 inches. Ensure you have at least 5.2 inches of depth behind the ceiling surface to accommodate the speaker housing.
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