Bowers & Wilkins 603 S3 – Premium Floorstanding Speakers

The Bowers & Wilkins 603 S3 stands as the flagship of the 600 Series, combining precision engineering, elegant design, and room-filling performance. With a Titanium Dome tweeter, Continuum™ FST midrange, and dual paper bass drivers, it delivers wide, balanced sound with deep, controlled bass and sparkling detail across every genre.

Key Features

• Decoupled Double-Dome Titanium Tweeter: Extends treble with remarkable accuracy and reduced resonance for lifelike high-frequency detail
• Continuum™ FST Midrange Driver: Ensures smooth, natural vocal clarity and open midrange presence
• Dual 165 mm Paper Bass Drivers: Deliver powerful, well-controlled low end with dynamic impact
• Rear-Firing Flowport™: Minimizes turbulence using a golf-ball-style surface texture for cleaner bass response
• Enhanced Crossover & Bracing: Uses premium components and internal reinforcement inspired by the 700 Series to reduce cabinet coloration
• Elegant Finishes: Available in Black, White, or Oak with magnetic grilles for a clean, modern look

Customer Benefits

The 603 S3 delivers a dynamic, spacious listening experience suited for both music and film. Its blend of clarity, scale, and precision creates an immersive soundstage where every instrument and vocal shines naturally. Despite its power, it retains composure and refinement, making it ideal for long listening sessions.

Quick Specs

• Configuration: 3-way vented-box floorstanding speaker
• Drivers: 25 mm Titanium tweeter, 150 mm Continuum midrange, 2 × 165 mm paper bass drivers
• Frequency Range: 46 Hz – 28 kHz (±3 dB); 29 Hz (–6 dB)
• Sensitivity: 90 dB (2.83 V/1 m)
• Nominal Impedance: 8 Ω (min 3 Ω)
• Recommended Amp Power: 30 – 200 W into 8 Ω
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 102 cm × 26 cm × 34 cm (with plinth)
• Weight (each): 27.5 kg

What’s in the Box

• 2 × Bowers & Wilkins 603 S3 speakers
• 2 × removable magnetic grilles
• 2 × plinths with spikes
• 2 × foam port plugs
• Rubber feet
• Mounting screws
• Documentation

Use Cases / Ideal For

Perfect for medium to large rooms where immersive sound and visual elegance are equally valued. Suitable for stereo hi-fi systems or as main front speakers in a premium home-theater setup.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Expansive soundstage with rich, balanced tonality
• Elegant, modern aesthetics with robust construction
• Excellent midrange articulation and bass depth for its size

⚠️ Cons:

• Rear port requires generous placement from the wall for best bass
• Performs best with a quality amplifier capable of stable power delivery

The Bowers & Wilkins 603 S3 blends engineering precision with timeless design, producing powerful, detailed, and emotionally engaging sound. A statement floorstanding speaker that elevates every listening experience—available at Soundium.