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Acoustic Energy 103 vs B&W 685 S2 Comparison

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Brand and Model Specifications

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Manufacturer Acoustic Energy Bowers & Wilkins
Model 103 685 S2
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Release Date 2014 2017
HifiSpecs Rating - -
Amazon Rating - -
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Technical Specs

Technical characteristics of the speakers.

Amplification Type Passive Passive
Crossover Type 2-Way 2-Way
Enclosure type Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
Frequency Range (+/-3 dB)[Hz] 40 - 32000 49 - 22000
Frequency Range (-6dB)[Hz] - -
Maximum SPL [dB] - -
Sensitivity (2,83 V/1 m)[dB] 89 88
Nominal Impedance (Ohms) 8 8
THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) - -
Recommended Amplifier Power [W] 175 25
Crossover Frequency [Hz] - 4000
Bass Reflex Tuning Frequency [Hz] - -
Driver Units

Tweeter: 1 x 28mm AE custom fabric dome
Mid/Bass Drivers: 2 x 110mm anodised aluminium cone

Tweeter: 1 x 25mm aluminium dome
Mid/Bass Drivers: 1 x 165mm kevlar cone

Connectivity Wired Wired
Inputs Single Wire Single Wire
Outputs - -
Magnetic Shielding No No

Placements and Distances

Where and how to put them.

Form Factor Floor Shelf, Stand
Distance from Wall [cm] 15 15

Dimensions and Weight

Physical characteristics of the speakers (without stands).

Length ~ in
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~0 cm
~7.5 in
~190.5 mm
~19.05 cm
Width ~185 in
~4699 mm
~469.9 cm
~12.8 in
~325.12 mm
~32.51 cm
Height ~ in
~0 mm
~0 cm
~13.5 in
~342.9 mm
~34.29 cm
Weight (Single Speaker) ~14 lb
~6350.29 g
~6.35 kg
~15 lb
~6803.89 g
~6.8 kg
Shipping Weight ~28 lb
~12700.59 g
~12.7 kg
~30 lb
~13607.77 g
~13.61 kg

Colors and Accessories

List of available colors and optional accessories.

Colors
  • Black ash
  • Walnut vinyl
  • High gloss white vinyl.
  • Black Ash
  • Light Oak
  • Red Cherry
  • Wenge
Accessories

Detachable Grilles Yes No

Price and Warranty

Satisfaction is (not) guaranteed.

Warranty 3 Years 3 Years
Amazon Price

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