685 S2 vs Acoustic Energy AE100²
The AE100²'s impedance is 6Ω against the 685 S2's 8Ω and its low-frequency extension 51 Hz against 52 Hz. Both share sensitivity (87 dB) and ways (2).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$375
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About the 685 S2
The Bowers & Wilkins 685 S2 is a compact two-way bass-reflex standmount loudspeaker from the 600 Series. It combines a 165 mm woven Kevlar® bass/midrange driver with a 25 mm decoupled double-dome aluminium tweeter featuring Nautilus™ tube loading. The speaker has a 52 Hz–22 kHz frequency response (±3 dB), 87 dB sensitivity, an 8-ohm nominal impedance, and a recommended amplifier power of 25–100 W. It was offered in Black Ash and White finishes.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 87 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 8Ω
- Frequency Response
- 52 Hz - 22 kHz
- Power Handling
- 100W
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 25W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 100W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 6.5"
- Driver Count
- 2
- Enclosure Type
- ported
- Crossover Frequency
- 4.0 kHz
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 190 × 345 × 324 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 6.8 kg (15 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Black Ash, White
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 87 dB
Impedance: 8Ω
Frequency: 52-22000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions