Bowers & Wilkins
Bowers & Wilkins 6" In-Wall Speaker
Best discreet in-wall speaker for high-fidelity home audio enthusiasts.
The Bowers & Wilkins CWM664 is an elegantly engineered in-wall speaker designed to deliver high-quality sound discreetly. It features a 1-inch soft dome tweeter for detailed high-frequency performance and a 6-inch woven glass fiber bass/midrange driver. A convenient three-position high-frequency switch allows for fine-tuning the sound to your specific listening environment. Installation is made simple with the QuickDog™ fixing system, ensuring a secure and straightforward setup.
$450.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
501
/ 6576
#501 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
-69%
Below average
Frequency Range
4535
/ Hz – kHz
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking signature high-fidelity sound in a discreet form
- Design-conscious homeowners wanting clutter-free, invisible audio solutions
- Long-term residents needing reliable, moisture-resistant architectural hardware
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused shoppers looking for affordable entry-level audio
- DIY beginners intimidated by complex drywall and wiring projects
- Listeners with non-standard wall cavities seeking predictable acoustic performance
Performance breakdown
High-Frequency Clarity
Soft dome tweeter delivers crisp, detailed highs without harshness.
Installation Simplicity
QuickDog system makes mounting these speakers remarkably fast and secure.
Bass Response
Woven glass fiber driver provides punchy, controlled low-end performance.
Acoustic Customization
Three-position EQ switch allows precise tuning for any room's acoustics.
Design Integration
Minimal-width border ensures a clean, unobtrusive look in any wall.
Environmental Versatility
Robust build quality allows for reliable performance in high-humidity spaces.
Key Specs
Frequency Range
45Hz – 35kHz
Recommended Amp Power
25 – 130w
Sensitivity
87.5dB
Impedance
8 ohms
Frame height
12.4"
Frame width
8.7"
Cut-out height
11"
Cut-out width
7.2"
Features
- 1" soft dome tweeter for detailed high frequencies
- 6" woven glass fiber bass/midrange driver
- Three-position high-frequency EQ switch for sound customization
- QuickDog™ spring clamp mounting system for easy installation
- Plug-and-play functionality
- Studio-engineered performance for home environments
- Elegant minimal-width border aesthetic
- Suitable for high-humidity installations
What customers say
Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the Bowers & Wilkins in wall speakers for their exceptional audio quality, noting superior clarity and a detailed soundstage that surpasses typical architectural models. The ability to reproduce nuanced highs and mids precisely makes them excellent for critical listening. A key theme is the immersive experience; the sound seems to emanate naturally from the room, achieving a truly invisible audio presence. Build quality is consistently cited as robust and premium, reflecting durability and discreet aesthetics. While performance is highly valued, the premium price point is the main point of hesitation for some consumers, slightly tempering the overall value perception despite the high quality delivered.
Know before you buy
Yes, the CWM664 is designed to be suitable for high-humidity environments, making it a reliable choice for bathrooms or kitchens where moisture is a concern.
This switch allows you to adjust the treble output to better suit your room's acoustics. You can use it to boost or cut high frequencies if your space sounds too bright or too dull.
Installation is straightforward thanks to the QuickDog™ spring clamp system. It uses a simple, tool-free mechanism that secures the speaker firmly into your wall cutout.
These speakers perform best with an amplifier providing between 25 and 130 watts per channel. This range ensures you have enough headroom to drive them effectively without distortion.
The CWM664 is designed as an open-back speaker, so a back box is not strictly required for installation. However, using one can help control sound leakage into adjacent rooms and improve bass consistency.
Yes, with a mounting depth of 3.7 inches, these speakers are designed to fit comfortably within the depth of a standard 2x4 stud wall.
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