Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3

Receivers and amplifiers for the 606 S3

Each pairing is checked by our compatibility engine: the speaker's impedance against the amplifier's rated minimum, and height decoding for height speakers. Whether it plays loud enough depends on how far you sit, which the 3D editor works out for your room.

606 S3 specifications

Every value comes from the sources under References, last retrieved September 15, 2026. To check it against the rest of your system, use the compatibility checker.

Questions about the 606 S3

What receiver do I need for the 606 S3?

One rated for 8 Ω speakers. In our catalogue, Denon AVR-S570BT, Emotiva BasX A-700 and Yamaha RX500A are rated to drive it.

Is the 606 S3 4 ohm or 8 ohm?

The Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3 has a nominal impedance of 8 Ω. Use a receiver or amplifier rated down to 8 Ω or lower.

How much power does the 606 S3 need?

Bowers & Wilkins recommends an amplifier of 30–120 W. Its sensitivity is 88 dB (2.83 V, 1 m). How much of that you use depends on how far you sit and how loud you listen, which the 3D editor works out for your room.

How low does the 606 S3 go?

The Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3 is rated down to 52 Hz. Below that, a subwoofer takes over; where the bass actually lands depends on your room's modes.

How big is the 606 S3?

The Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3 measures 189 × 344 × 300 mm (7.4 × 13.5 × 11.8 in, width × height × depth) and weighs 7.05 kg (15.5 lb).

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References

1. Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3: Spec sheet, bowerswilkins.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
2. Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3: Manufacturer product page, bowerswilkins.com, retrieved September 15, 2026