Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 – Floor Standing Speaker

Founded in Worthing, West Sussex, in 1966, Bowers & Wilkins is a renowned British audio brand specializing in highfidelity loudspeakers and headphones. Acquired in recent years, they continue to uphold a legacy of innovation in acoustic performance.

Key Technologies in Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 Floorstanding Speakers
The Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 Floorstanding Speakers integrate advanced technologies from the flagship 800 series. Notable features include a 1″ decoupled carbondome tweeter housed in a
SolidBody “tweeterontop” aluminium pod for superb resonance control. The 6″ Continuum™ cone FST midrange with biomimetic suspension and decoupling ensures clean, transparent vocals and instrument reproduction. Three 6.5″ variablethickness Aerofoil™ profile woofers manage deep,articulate bass, aided by Flow port or downwardfiring port configurations.

Placement, Room Size & Acoustic Matching
Ideally, the Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 Floorstanding Speakers should be placed a foot or more from walls to allow the downward firing port to breathe—distance of around 18″ is recommended. An equilateral triangle orientation with the listening position is recommended for stereo performance; proper toein and room treatment can enhance soundstage and imaging.

Price Range and Availability in India
In India, the Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 Floorstanding Speakers are available via authorized dealers and etailers. Pricing ranges is approximately between 9,55,000 – 12,70,000/- inclusive of the taxes
and duties depending on the colours and finish.

Pros and Cons of Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 Floorstanding Speakers
Pros: Exceptional clarity and detail in midrange and treble, very neutral profile. Clean, articulate, tightly controlled bass thanks to Aerofoil woofers and downward firing port. Wide and immersive soundstage with precise imaging.

Cons:Requires powerful amplifier, especially to handle impedance dip to around 3 Ω.Slightly cool or bright tonal character; may sound unforgiving with poor source material.

Materials, Colours & Sizes Available

The Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 Floorstanding Speakers feature a ported MDF cabinet with lacquered finish. They come in Gloss Black, Satin White, Mocha, and occasionally Rosewood or premium
finishes like Midnight Blue Metallic (Signature edition). The dimensions are roughly 1138 mm tall (≈44.8″) including plinth and tweeterpod, width 192 mm (≈7.6″), depth 354 mm (≈13.9″).

Best known for what kind of music?
The Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 Floorstanding Speakers excel with detailed, dynamic music across genres—from classical and acoustic performances to live concert recordings. They reveal subtleties in jazz, orchestral, and vocal tracks with superb realism. Their neutrality makes them versatile, avoiding coloration that could favor one genre over another.

FAQs
Do Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 Floorstanding Speakers work well with vinyl and stereo setups?
Absolutely—they are ideal in highquality stereo systems or vinyl rigs. Their transparency and tonal accuracy bring out nuances, though pairing with a clean, robust amplifier and a quality source is essential.
Are Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 Floorstanding Speakers suitable for Indian apartment acoustics?
They can work well in larger Indian living rooms or dedicated listening rooms. In compact spaces, proper placement (away from walls) and room treatment can counteract bass overemphasis. Their downwardfiring port helps with placement flexibility.
What amplifier power is recommended?
Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3 Floorstanding Speaker is a passive speaker and requires a separate amplifier or AV receiver. Recommended amp power is 30W – 300W into 8 ohms.