A/B comparison · Speakers

Bowers & Wilkins 685 S2 vs KEF Reference 1

Specs from both manufacturer datasheets Updated May 23, 2024

CH A

Bowers & Wilkins 685 S2

Channel A · Bookshelf · 2017

CH B

KEF Reference 1

Channel B · Bookshelf · 2014

Bowers & Wilkins 685 S2 KEF Reference 1

20 Hz 100 1k 10k 20k

Rows won, of 11 compared Bowers & Wilkins 0 · KEF 1 · tied or not compared 10

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Built from both structured spec sheets. The delta chip sits on the winning side; rows with no defensible winner carry no chip.

Sound & drivers

2-way Configuration 3-way

1x 0.98" Tweeter + 1x 6.5" Mid-woofer Drivers 1x 1" Tweeter + 1x 5" Midrange + 1x 6.5" Woofer

49 Hz to 22 kHz ±3 dB · 52 Hz to 22 kHz extended Frequency responseReference not published 45 Hz to 28 kHz 40 Hz to 35 kHz extended

Not published Max SPL 111 dB

Ported (Bass Reflex) Enclosure Ported (Bass Reflex)

Not published Port tuning 38 Hz

Power, electrical, physical

88 dB 2.83 V/1 m SensitivityReference not published 85 dB

8 Ω Impedance 8 Ω

25 W Amp range 50 to 300 W

343 mm Height · weight 442 mm

3 yr Warranty 5 yr +2 yr

A higher sensitivity figure means the same loudness from less amplifier power. Values come from each manufacturer datasheet.

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Bowers & Wilkins 685 S2

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