CM2 vs 685 S2
The 685 S2's sensitivity is 87 dB against the CM2's 89 dB. Both share impedance (8Ω), woofer (6.5"), and ways (2).
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LoudspeakersBookshelf SpeakersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$400
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About the CM2
The Bowers & Wilkins CM2 is a compact 2-way stand-mount or bookshelf loudspeaker from the CM series, featuring a 25mm alloy dome high-frequency unit and a 165mm woven Kevlar cone bass/midrange driver. It sports a brushed aluminium baffle and real wood veneer finishes such as Maple or Rosenut, emphasizing a clean, modern design. Optimized for smaller rooms with its vented-box system, Flowport technology for smooth airflow, Nautilus tweeter for focused highs, and Kevlar cones to minimize standing waves. The CM series has been discontinued and replaced by newer models.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 89 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 8Ω
- Frequency Response
- 65 Hz - 20 kHz
- Power Handling
- 120W
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 50W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 120W
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
- 200 × 325 × 278 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 8.5 kg (19 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Maple, Rosenut, Black Ash
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 89 dB
Impedance: 8Ω
Frequency: 65-20000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions