ASW CDM

About the ASW CDM

The Bowers & Wilkins ASW CDM is a high-performance sealed subwoofer weighing approximately 72 pounds (32.5 kg) and featuring a powerful 1,000 watt amplifier designed by Philips. It offers enormous output and a frequency response extending an octave below most common subwoofers, with deep bass down to about 16-17 Hz in its flattest EQ setting. The cabinet is a conventional cubical design measuring 15.4 x 15.6 x 19.3 inches (392 x 396 x 490 mm) including grille and controls, excluding feet or spikes. It includes four M6 threaded inserts for attaching rubber floor bumpers or spikes. The ASW CDM provides about the same frequency response as the larger 15" ASW850 and ASW855 models but with less maximum output. It is known for its clean, transparent bass delivery and solid build quality. The subwoofer has selectable EQ settings (A and B) to tailor bass extension and output level, with the A setting boosting bass deeper and the B setting allowing louder playback with less deep bass emphasis. It was originally The subwoofer is sensitive to placement and cable quality, requiring careful setup to maximize performance. It is considered a serious, high-end subwoofer suitable for demanding audio systems.