Bowers & Wilkins
Bowers & Wilkins 704 S3 Floor Standing Speaker
Best floor-standing speaker for audiophiles seeking precise, high-fidelity home sound.
Immerse yourself in exceptional audio with the Bowers & Wilkins 704 S3 Mocha Floor Standing Speaker. Engineered for unparalleled fidelity, it boasts an iconic Tweeter-on-Top configuration and a decoupled FST™ Continuum cone midrange driver with Biomimetic Suspension for crystal-clear sound. Twin Aerofoil Profile bass drivers deliver robust low-end performance, while the carbon dome tweeter ensures precise detail. This speaker is designed to provide a truly transparent and captivating listening experience, bringing your music and movies to life with stunning realism.
$4500.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1902
/ 6865
#1902 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
+207%
Above average
Height
44
/ in
Who it's for
- Apartment dwellers needing high-end sound in compact spaces
- Audiophiles seeking precise imaging and crisp high-frequency clarity
- Design-conscious homeowners matching speakers to modern furniture
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused buyers avoiding additional high-current amplifier costs
- Bass enthusiasts craving deep, visceral low-end impact
- Casual listeners seeking an entry-level audio investment
Performance breakdown
High-Frequency Clarity
Carbon dome tweeter delivers exceptional detail and shimmering, distortion-free highs.
Midrange Transparency
Biomimetic suspension ensures vocals and instruments sound remarkably natural and open.
Bass Authority
Twin Aerofoil drivers provide punchy, controlled low-end without muddying the mix.
Soundstage Imaging
Tweeter-on-top design creates a wide, precise soundstage for immersive listening.
Build Integrity
Solid construction and premium materials reflect high-end engineering and durability.
Amplification Efficiency
90dB sensitivity makes these speakers relatively easy to drive for most amplifiers.
Key Specs
Height
44 in
Width
11.4 in
Depth
14.6 in
Weight
63.5 lbs
Impedance
8 ohms
Sensitivity
90 dB
Frequency Response
46Hz - 28kHz
Manufacturer Warranty
5 Year
Features
- Iconic Tweeter-on-Top design
- Decoupled FST™ Continuum midrange driver
- Revolutionary Biomimetic Suspension
- Twin Aerofoil Profile bass drivers
- High-performance carbon dome tweeter
- Continuum™ cone for neutral sound
- Minimized midrange interference
- Solid Body Tweeter housing
What customers say
The 704 S3 garners acclaim for its superior build quality and sophisticated design. Many find the Mocha finish a stylish enhancement to contemporary homes. Reviewers highlight its refined sound, delivering impressive clarity without dominating the space. Its slender form is ideal for those desiring high performance with a minimal footprint. The meticulous craftsmanship underscores its premium appeal and market standing, offering a blend of elegance and acoustic excellence that truly satisfies.
Know before you buy
By housing the tweeter in a separate, solid body on top of the cabinet, the speaker minimizes diffraction and vibration. This results in a more open, spacious soundstage and improved imaging compared to traditional integrated designs.
This technology replaces the traditional fabric spider in the midrange driver with a minimalist composite design. It significantly reduces unwanted air pressure and coloration, leading to greater transparency and cleaner midrange performance.
At 44 inches tall and with a relatively slim footprint, the 704 S3 is designed to fit comfortably in most medium-to-large living spaces. However, because they are floor-standing speakers with twin bass drivers, ensure you have enough clearance from walls to prevent the bass from becoming boomy.
With a sensitivity of 90 dB and an 8-ohm impedance, these speakers are relatively efficient and can be driven well by a wide range of high-quality integrated amplifiers or receivers. We recommend pairing them with an amplifier that offers stable power delivery to fully realize the potential of the Aerofoil bass drivers.
The twin Aerofoil Profile bass drivers provide a robust and punchy low-end down to 46Hz, which is sufficient for most music listening. If you are using these in a home theater setup or prefer deep, cinematic sub-bass, you may want to add a dedicated subwoofer.
The Continuum cone is designed to provide a neutral and precise sound by avoiding the abrupt transitions in behavior that can occur with traditional drive unit materials. It ensures that midrange frequencies remain clear and free from the distortion that often colors vocal performances.
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