Bowers & Wilkins Performance Series CWM652

Product Info:

• • ideal for an in-wall music system, or as the front- or rear-channel speakers of a Bowers & Wilkins home theater system
  • 5″ aramid fiber woofer
  • 1″ soft dome tweeter
    • three-position switch optimizes high-frequency output to best suit the acoustics of your room
  • frequency response: 54-50,000 Hz (-6 dB)
  • recommended amplifier power: 25 to 100 watts
  • sensitivity: 86 dB
    • high-current amplification from a quality power amp or integrated amplifier is recommended for best performance
  • magnetic grille is paintable to match your décor
  • cutout dimensions: 6″W x 9″H
  • overall dimensions: 7-1/2″W x 10-7/16″H
  • mounting depth: 3-3/4″
  • warranty: 5 years
  • MFR # FP29653
  • Item # 749CWM652

• Specs:

  Features
  Quantity in Package	Pair
  Tweeter	Soft-Dome
  Aimable Tweeter	No
  Woofer Composition	Kevlar
  Woofer Surround	Rubber
  Connector Type	Spring post
  Bi-Amp Inputs	No
  Built-in Back-box	No

  Moisture Resistance
  Indoor (Moisture-resistant)	No
  Outdoor (Partial Exposure)	No
  Outdoor (Full Exposure)	No

  Specs
  Tweeter Size	1
  Midrange Size	N/A
  Woofer Size	5
  Speaker Shape	Rectangle
  Cutout Width	6
  Cutout Height	9
  Mounting Depth	3.75
  Power Range (Watts)	25-100
  Sensitivity	86 dB
  Impedance (Ohms)	8
  Frequency Response	54-50kHz
  Parts Warranty	5 Years
  Labor Warranty	5 Years

  Features

  Two-Way Driver Design: The Bowers & Wilkins CWM652 in-wall loudspeaker utilizes a two-way driver design featuring a 1″ soft-dome tweeter and a 5″ Kevlar cone woofer with rubber surround and die-cast basket for clear high frequencies, natural midrange, and smooth bass.

  High-Frequency Level Switch: A 3-position high frequency level switch is located on the front baffle of the in-wall loudspeaker. The center position of the switch gives a normal level high frequency response. The HF+ boost position can be useful where the listening environment is acoustically absorbent, for instance where carpets, soft furnishings and curtains predominate, or where the speakers are covered by curtains or wall hangings. The HF- cut position may be preferred where the listening environment is acoustically reflective, for instance where hard floors and glass predominate.

  Gold-Plated Spring-Post Terminals: The B&W CWM652 in-wall loudspeaker is outfitted with gold-plated, spring-post terminals that will accommodate bare speaker wire (up to 12AWG), pin connectors, and banana plugs (single only). The gold-plated terminals provide excellent audio signal transfer and resists corrosion.

  Magnetic & Paintable Grilles: The Bowers & Wilkins CWM652 includes easy-to-install magnetic grilles that are also paintable. The grille protrudes 0.25″ from the wall.

  In-Wall Installation: The B&W CWM652 requires a rectangular cutout and is secured in the wall via the included mounting frame with integrated “QuickDogs” spring-loaded clamps that tighten using phillips-head screws. The cutout will need to measure 6″ (w) x 9″ (h) x 3.75″ (d). Make sure there is a least 0.75″ of clearance around the cutout opening for the integrated “QuickDogs” clamps. The mounting clamps will accommodate 0.25″ to 1″ thick drywall.

  Note: Before installing CWM6 Series in-wall speakers you should ensure that the wall locations chosen are free of obstructions such as pipe work, ducting or wiring that will interfere with the installation. In existing drywall construction, use a stud-finding tool to help you map the wall construction and a pipe detector to scan the proposed installation locations.

  Applications: The Bowers & Wilkins CWM6 Series in-wall loudspeakers are suited for distributed audio, 2-channel stereo, and multi-channel home theater applications.

  • Distributed Audio: For applications where single CWM6 Series speakers are required to operate independently to provide background audio, they can be mounted as installation convenience and architecture dictate. The only acoustic constraint to bear in mind is that corner locations will result in significantly emphasized low frequencies and should be avoided.
  • 2-Channel Stereo: For applications where a pair of CWM6 Series speakers is to be used for conventional stereo reproduction, they should be located between 10′ and 16.5′ apart and a similar distance in front of the listening area.
  • Home Theater: For applications where multiple CWM6 Series speakers are to be used for multi-channel home theater system, the left and right front speakers should be located either side of the screen approximately 20″ away. The center channel speaker should be located either directly above or below the screen or, in the case of an acoustically transparent screen, directly behind. Surround channel CWM6 Series speakers should be located just behind and either side of the listening position.

  Notes:

  • Try to avoid corner locations for any of the speakers and to ensure that the acoustic environment around each speaker is similar.
  • The nature of the installation of in-wall speakers means that it is sometimes impractical to locate them in the acoustically ideal positions. In these cases they should be located as close as is practical to the ideal positions.

  What’s in the box:

  • • Bowers & Wilkins Performance Series CWM652 owner’s manual If you need assistance accessing this owner’s manual, please give us a call.
    • 2 In-wall loudspeakers
    • 2 Mounting frames
    • 2 Grilles
    • 2 Paint mask
    • 2 Cut-out templates
    • Quick Start Guide
    • Template
    • Warranty Information